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The Sun
14-05-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia calls for urgent reforms of UN peacekeeping operations
BERLIN: Malaysia has called for bold and forward-looking reforms in the United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping operations to ensure greater effectiveness and safety of personnel in the face of increasingly complex global challenges. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said that peacekeepers today face emerging challenges, adding that the dynamic geopolitical landscape underscores the importance of continued evolution in UN Peacekeeping. He said that in that context, Malaysia believes two key shifts are essential to advancing meaningful reform. 'Firstly, equipping our peacekeepers with technologically advanced equipment and weaponry is paramount. The strategic integration of cutting-edge technology into peacekeeping operations serves as a powerful deterrent against hostile entities. 'This integration will significantly enhance our forces' capability to respond swiftly and effectively to emerging threats in peacekeeping missions. A technologically empowered peacekeeping force not only projects strength and moral authority but also reinforces the collective resolve to uphold peace and security,' he said. Mohamed Khaled said this during his intervention for High-Level Session II - Peacekeeping Reform: More Effective and Safer Peacekeeping during the UN Peacekeeping Ministerial 2025 forum, held here today. He added that the UN must emphasise capacity-building more because, as a longstanding troop-contributing country, Malaysia strongly believes in the critical importance of training, particularly in areas that enhance interoperability, facilitate knowledge-sharing, and improve peacekeepers' overall safety and effectiveness. 'As missions grow more complex, it is imperative that we invest in training programmes that not only develop core operational competencies but also prepare personnel to integrate and utilise advanced technologies effectively. 'At the same time, we must ensure that our institutional frameworks and policies evolve in tandem with these technological developments. This includes revising operational doctrines, updating standard operating procedures, and establishing clear guidelines for the ethical and responsible use of emerging technologies,' he said. Mohamed Khaled emphasised that peacekeeping reform lies at the intersection of technology, training, and policy. 'By equipping our peacekeepers with modern tools, investing in comprehensive capacity-building, and ensuring our institutional frameworks remain agile and responsive, we can build a force that is not only operationally ready and effective but also guided by strong values and a deep sense of responsibility,' he said. The biannual forum brings together the country's top leaders and officials who support the security mission under the UN. Mohamed Khaled took the opportunity to voice his views and renew the country's commitment to supporting the global security effort.
Telegraph
04-05-2025
- Business
- Telegraph
AI-authored books about ADHD ‘for sale on Amazon'
Amazon has been accused of allowing AI-authored books about ADHD to be sold on its platform. The online marketplace has been targeted by those looking to sell cheap-to-publish books written by artificial intelligence, which can include unhelpful or dangerous misinformation. Chatbots now appear to be writing books about the condition, according to The Guardian. a US company that detects content produced by AI, analysed samples from eight books obtained by The Guardian. The firm then awarded a rating of 100 per cent to each of the samples for its AI detection score, effectively confirming it was highly confident that the books were written by a chatbot. Texts highlighted by the newspaper as being suspected AI-authored reads include Navigating ADHD in Men: Thriving with a Late Diagnosis and Men with Adult ADHD: Highly Effective Techniques for Mastering Focus, Time Management and Overcoming Anxiety. Robot-written texts It comes after AI were accused of copying a Holocaust survivor's memoir last week. Other robot-written texts have included mushroom-foraging books, travel guides and weight-loss recipe books. Michael Cook, a computer science researcher at King's College London, told The Guardian that it was 'frustrating and depressing to see AI-authored books increasingly popping up on digital marketplaces' particularly on health and medical topics, which could result in misdiagnosis or worsen conditions. Yet he added that Amazon's business model incentivised this kind of practice as it made 'money every time' shoppers purchased books, regardless of whether the work was 'trustworthy or not'. An Amazon spokesman told The Guardian: 'We have content guidelines governing which books can be listed for sale and we have proactive and reactive methods that help us detect content that violates our guidelines, whether AI-generated or not. We invest significant time and resources to ensure our guidelines are followed and remove books that do not adhere to those guidelines. 'We continue to enhance our protections against non-compliant content and our process and guidelines will keep evolving as we see changes in publishing.' Threat to creative industries High-profile artists have repeatedly warned of the threat AI poses to the UK's creative industries. More than 1,000 artists have urged ministers to abandon plans to allow their work to be used in the training of AI models. Last month, Abba's Bjorn Ulvaeus joined the row over government plans to water down copyright laws for the benefit of big tech companies. Speaking to The Times, the Swedish star said: 'Copyright is the oxygen which creators and the creative economy depend on for their existence and survival. 'They cannot be sacrificed. Unfortunately, there is an alternative and, in my opinion, more dangerous view, driven by profit-seeking tech companies. That view favours a weaker rights framework and broad exceptions to copyright.'
Yahoo
04-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
AI-authored books about ADHD ‘for sale on Amazon'
Amazon has been accused of allowing AI-authored books about ADHD to be sold on its platform. The online marketplace has been targeted by those looking to sell cheap-to-publish books written by artificial intelligence, which can include unhelpful or dangerous misinformation. Chatbots now appear to be writing books about the condition, according to The Guardian. a US company that detects content produced by AI, analysed samples from eight books obtained by The Guardian. The firm then awarded a rating of 100 per cent to each of the samples for its AI detection score, effectively confirming it was highly confident that the books were written by a chatbot. Texts highlighted by the newspaper as being suspected AI-authored reads include Navigating ADHD in Men: Thriving with a Late Diagnosis and Men with Adult ADHD: Highly Effective Techniques for Mastering Focus, Time Management and Overcoming Anxiety. It comes after AI were accused of copying a Holocaust survivor's memoir last week. Other robot-written texts have included mushroom-foraging books, travel guides and weight-loss recipe books. Michael Cook, a computer science researcher at King's College London, told The Guardian that it was 'frustrating and depressing to see AI-authored books increasingly popping up on digital marketplaces' particularly on health and medical topics, which could result in misdiagnosis or worsen conditions. Yet he added that Amazon's business model incentivised this kind of practice as it made 'money every time' shoppers purchased books, regardless of whether the work was 'trustworthy or not'. An Amazon spokesman told The Guardian: 'We have content guidelines governing which books can be listed for sale and we have proactive and reactive methods that help us detect content that violates our guidelines, whether AI-generated or not. We invest significant time and resources to ensure our guidelines are followed and remove books that do not adhere to those guidelines. 'We continue to enhance our protections against non-compliant content and our process and guidelines will keep evolving as we see changes in publishing.' High-profile artists have repeatedly warned of the threat AI poses to the UK's creative industries. More than 1,000 artists have urged ministers to abandon plans to allow their work to be used in the training of AI models. Last month, Abba's Bjorn Ulvaeus joined the row over government plans to water down copyright laws for the benefit of big tech companies. Speaking to The Times, the Swedish star said: 'Copyright is the oxygen which creators and the creative economy depend on for their existence and survival. 'They cannot be sacrificed. Unfortunately, there is an alternative and, in my opinion, more dangerous view, driven by profit-seeking tech companies. That view favours a weaker rights framework and broad exceptions to copyright.' Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Press and Journal
02-05-2025
- Business
- Press and Journal
cHeRries Conference in Aberdeen to explore how to make change truly work
Change is an inevitable part of business, but managing it effectively can mean the difference between success and stagnation. At this year's cHeRries Conference, held at Aberdeen's P&J Live, Sarah Beaumont, director of HR at Hunter Adams, will explore this challenge in her session titled Empowering Effective Change. Some Press and Journal online content is funded by outside parties. The revenue from this helps to sustain our independent news gathering. You will always know if you are reading paid-for material as it will be clearly labelled as 'Partnership' on the site and on social media channels. This can take two different forms. This means the content has been paid for and produced by the named advertiser. This means the content has been paid for and approved by the named advertiser but written and edited by our own commercial content team. Her session will focus on HR's critical role in navigating change, particularly in today's climate of continuous economic, political, and legal shifts. 'At the core of every successful transformation is an effective HR function,' Sarah explained. 'HR isn't just about implementing change; it's about aligning people, processes, and strategic goals to ensure a seamless transition.' She noted that many businesses underestimate how ongoing change can create major issues if not managed properly. 'There can be a marked a decline in performance when people are constantly adapting to new systems, structures, or even something as seemingly small as a job title change,' said Sarah. 'If businesses don't manage change properly, they risk disengagement, inefficiency, and ultimately, failure to achieve their objectives.' Her session will delve into the impact of change on employee performance and provide practical steps for businesses to take employees on the journey with them. She'll highlight the importance of clear communication, strategic alignment, and ensuring employees understand the why behind changes, not just the what. Sarah's insights are drawn not only from her years in HR leadership roles but also from hands-on experience leading large-scale transitions. Sarah also spent a year in Spain working with a global B2B travel tech company where she created a global performance management framework whilst navigating a complex three-way acquisition. With a career spanning industries from oil and gas to HR consultancy, she brings a wealth of experience in guiding organisations through transition. Sarah worked at General Electric for seven years before joining Hunter Adams and was at the forefront of change management, working on initiatives like GE's transferable skills programme. That saw her bring talent from industries such as mining, nuclear, and construction into oil and gas. She was also trained in the company's Change Acceleration Programme, an experience that sparked her passion for effective transformation strategies. In her role at Hunter Adams, Sarah leads on all people based initiatives, all of which touch on the change management agenda and support clients at a strategic level providing commercial HR advice. 'It's something I've got a real passion for,' she said. 'We can't stop change from happening. But we can manage how we lead people through it. That's what makes the difference between success and failure.'
Yahoo
17-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Do you know an outstanding Shreveport woman? nominate her today
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The Shreveport Mayor's Women's Commission (SMWC) is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 Helpful, Effective, and Responsible Advocates (HERA) Awards. More Local News We need your help and nominations to honor women who make a difference in our communities daily. HERA Award represents women who have exhibited dedication and commitment to helping and participating in programs that benefit women and youth in Shreveport, Louisiana. The nomination deadline is Friday, March 7, 2025, at 5 p.m. The Shreveport Mayor's Women's Commission will celebrate National Women's History Month with a kick-off Breakfast on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 7 a.m. and its annual Cora M. Allen Luncheon on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 11 a.m. Both events will be held at the Shreveport Convention Center. 'Moving Forward Together! Women Educating and Inspiring Generations' is this year's theme for the 44th anniversary National Women's History Celebration. Nominate an outstanding Shreveport woman here Mayor Tom Arceneaux and the Shreveport Mayor's Women's Commission will host these events to recognize local women for their untiring and selfless volunteer efforts to be Helpful, Effective, and Responsible Advocates (HERA) for Shreveport women and youth. The goals of the Shreveport Mayor's Women's Commission (SMWC) are as follows: Advocacy: Shreveport Mayor's Women's Commission (SMWC) addresses social, economic, and political concerns and advocates for opportunities for women and young people to gain employment and entrepreneurship skills and credentials and move into and advance into employment. Education: SMWC promotes literacy and youth involvement in community affairs so that they may become contributing members of society. Quality of Life: SMWC promotes healthy families and our community through awareness and education, as well as opportunities for women to achieve success at work, at home, and in the community. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
