Some Finalists Of 2023’s Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards

Nov 24 2023

A kangaroo playing an invisible guitar, penguins holding hands, a levitating seal and an otter dancing ballet – these are just some of the finalists of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards for 2023.

The competition is an attempt to reinforce conservation efforts of fauna all over the world by attempting to snap photos of the animals in funny situations or actions.

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The awards were born in 2015 when founder Paul Joynson-Hicks decided to take his own personal experiences with funny photos of animals and make it into a global initiative.

It has been going on ever since, and each year produces some of the most hilarious and adorable images of animals just doing their thing and being funny without them even knowing. Or do they…? Look at all the finalists here.

(Copyright belongs to all respective photographers and The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards)

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Weather Forecast For Weekend And Beyond

Nov 24 2023

According to the Meteorological Office weather reports, Malta is set to see a mixed bag of weather patterns over the upcoming week.

With a Friday that is set to be hit with thundery showers, the weekend will start off with more isolated showers and strong winds.

However, Sunday will un-ironically stick to its namesake and bring us a sunny day, despite temperatures still feeling like a cold 16 degrees celsius.

But the brief sunny respite will be short-lived as Monday is to see cloudy weather make a comeback, followed by isolated showers the following day.

It is the physical manifestation of not knowing what type of clothes to wear due to a very confused sky.

Which weather pattern do you enjoy most?

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Dogs At Sanctuary Play In Puddles Following Rain

Nov 24 2023

The Association for Abandoned Animals Sanctuary posted an adorable video of shelter dogs playing in puddles following the heavy rainfall that hit the islands.

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‘Rain is always a fun event for many of the dogs of AAA’, the shelter wrote. ‘Lots of jumping in the puddles, lots of barking and lots of excitement.’

A walk is being held by sport ambassador Jake Vella in aid of the AAA on December 17th at Mater Dei. Those wishing to attend are asked to donate a minimum €5 and meet at Mater Dei at 10:00am.

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Bill Gates Says AI Will Make 3 Day Work Weeks Possible

Nov 24 2023

According to Bill Gates, technology may pave the way for a three-day work week in the future.

Speaking on Trevor Noah’s “What Now?” podcast, the billionaire envisioned a society where machines handle the production of goods, potentially allowing humans to work less.

Gates sees a possibility where people don’t need a traditional five-day work week to sustain themselves if technology can efficiently manage tasks like food production.

While Gates acknowledges the positive changes AI could bring, he has previously highlighted the risks associated with its misuse.

In a blog post, he compared AI’s impact to that of the introduction of personal computers, stating that it won’t be as dramatic as the Industrial Revolution but still significant.

Interestingly, Gates is not alone in predicting a shorter work week. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon has also foreseen a 3.5-day work week for the next generation due to advancements in AI. Gates, who once considered sleep as lazy, emphasized that life’s purpose extends beyond jobs, highlighting a shift in perspective from his earlier Microsoft-centric years.

The concept of a four-day work week has been tested by companies globally, with some reporting positive outcomes in terms of work-life balance and efficiency.

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