Science-Tech

Japan’s bright red ‘post-box-on-wheels’ takes a turn around Tokyo streets

In an age of rising demands for contact-free, human-less services, Japan Post Co. unveiled on Wednesday a self-driving mail delivery robot to address the citizens postal needs amid the coronavirus pandemic. Designed with built-in cameras and sensors, the bright red, trolley-sized robot wheeled down Tokyo’s Chiyoda Ward, dodging people on the sidewalks, utility poles in […]

‘Tweets for death’ a huge no-no, says Twitter, backlash pours in near-instant

Twitter has issued a statement saying that tweets publicly wishing for President Donald Trump’s death following his positive coronavirus diagnosis violate their abusive behaviour policy and could result in suspension. The statement, published on Friday, has sparked a backlash within the Twitter community, with many people describing it as hypocritical. The POTUS’s announcement prompted some people to hope […]

Dubai ruler launches first Arab mission to explore moon

As a continuation of the UAE’s strategy in exploring outer space, and strengthening its scientific leadership in the field of space science and research in the region, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister launched and Ruler of Dubai, the UAE project to explore the moon, the first Arab mission […]

Free parking for ‘electro-cars’, says RTA, urges drivers to switch to green

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, unveiled an initiative for exempting electric vehicles licensed in Dubai from public parking fees for two years starting from July 1, 2020. The step supports Dubai’s Green Mobility Strategy by encouraging the use of this type of vehicles. “This initiative complements a previous initiative launched in 2018 designating parking […]

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