The following are the top 10 world news events in the year of 2024 selected by Xinhua: China’s head-of-state diplomacy opens new chapter In 2024, Chinese President Xi Jinping attended three major diplomatic events at home: the Conference Marking the 70th Anniversary of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum, and the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. He made four important visits abroad — to Europe, Central Asia, and Latin America, attended a…

A cancer treatment developed by Russian specialists will be provided free of charge to citizens of the country. This was announced by Andrey Kaprin, Chief Oncologist of the Russian Ministry of Health and an academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences. The use of the vaccine on patients is scheduled for early 2025. According to Kaprin, cancer treatment drugs are typically expensive when they enter the market, but this vaccine is intended to be accessible to the entire population. His…

Tanzanian exhibitors were in the spotlight at the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE) held in Shanghai, east China, from 5 to 10 November. Participating in the expo for the seventh time, the country was among one of the six guests of honour for this year and saw more Tanzanian firms joining in.  Jackson Mponela, production manager for commerce and development of a Tanzanian processor of agricultural products such as beeswax and honey, saw the CIIE as a good opportunity…

The University of South Africa (Unisa) is set to introduce a compulsory academic integrity course for all students beginning in the 2025 academic year. The academic integrity course is designed to equip students with foundational knowledge and practical skills to navigate their studies ethically and responsibly. Key topics include the principles of academic integrity, academic writing, strategies to avoid plagiarism, ethical usage of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, and the importance of ethical decision-making in assessments and research. This comprehensive approach…

Kollam is becoming the first city in India to launch a 24/7 online court, offering litigants an unprecedented digital platform for filing and resolving cases without the need for physical presence or paperwork. The cour represents a transformative leap in the country’s justice system, designed to ensure seamless and round-the-clock access for citizens, as reported by News9, a partner of TV BRICS. By enabling electronic submission of evidence and virtual hearings, the system is expected to significantly reduce case backlogs…

Digital avatars have become a standard feature on e-commerce platforms. As virtual hosts, they emulate human behaviour, broadcast live programmes without interruption, and present “Made in China” products to foreign consumers, thanks to their proficiency in multiple languages. The impressive efficiency of these digital avatars is made possible by the colossal computing power that enables them to perform their functions.  “This year, the storage requirements of the digital avatars have increased significantly, by approximately 500 times compared to last year.…

Egypt’s Minister of Education Abdel-Latif spoke about an important initiative aimed at ensuring that students gain the necessary programming skills after graduation. He emphasised that Egypt has the largest pre-university education system in the Middle East and North Africa. This is reported by ahramonline. Regarding secondary education, Abdel-Latif stressed that the ministry is striving to bring the curriculum in line with international standards and better prepare students for the workforce.  This year’s new system reduces the number of subjects studied…

Indian Union Minister for Education Shri Dharmendra Pradhan is set to announce the establishment of three AI Centres of Excellence (CoE) focussing on healthcare, agriculture, and sustainable cities. This initiative is part of India’s vision for “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India) and aims to foster a robust AI ecosystem in key sectors. This is reported by ANI, a partner of TV BRICS. According to the Indian Ministry of Education, the CoEs will be spearheaded by leading academic institutions, working in consortium…

The 6th World Media Summit opened on October 14 in the Chinese city of Urumqi. This year’s theme is “Artificial Intelligence and Media Transformation.” Fu Hua, President of Xinhua News Agency, the event organiser and a partner of TV BRICS, emphasised during the opening ceremony that innovations, including artificial intelligence (AI), are enhancing content creation efficiency by approximately 70 per cent. “We should adhere to the principle of empowerment rather than replacement, consistently emphasising the central role of humans. The…

As the sixth World Media Summit (WMS) unfolds, media professionals from around the globe are engaged in dynamic discussions, offering insights into emerging opportunities, tackling pressing challenges, and exploring new avenues for collaboration. With a focus on innovation and unity, this summit is more than just an occasion of comparing notes among global media professionals, but a vital platform for fostering international information connectivity and promoting cultural exchanges, which represents a significant step, with the collective effort of the global…