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Saudi Ministry Launches Program to Introduce AI to All Segments of Society

Saudi ministry launches program to introduce AI to all segments of society. (SPA)
Saudi ministry launches program to introduce AI to all segments of society. (SPA)
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Saudi Ministry Launches Program to Introduce AI to All Segments of Society

Saudi ministry launches program to introduce AI to all segments of society. (SPA)
Saudi ministry launches program to introduce AI to all segments of society. (SPA)

The Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, in collaboration with the National e-Learning Center, has launched a specialized training program aimed at introducing AI to students, technology professionals, and anyone else interested in learning about it.
The program seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts of AI. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of AI, its types and basic principles, and its applications in healthcare, education, finance, and technology, the Saudi Press Agency said on Monday.
The primary goal is to promote awareness and continuous learning about AI, enabling participants of all ages and levels of experience to gain a profound understanding of this subject. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive a certificate.

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Madeira Wildfire Brought under Control after 11 Days

Smoke rises as a wildfire burns at Curral das Freiras, Madeira, Portugal August 17, 2024, in this screen grab obtained from a social media video. netmadeira.com/via REUTERS /File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights
Smoke rises as a wildfire burns at Curral das Freiras, Madeira, Portugal August 17, 2024, in this screen grab obtained from a social media video. netmadeira.com/via REUTERS /File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights
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Madeira Wildfire Brought under Control after 11 Days

Smoke rises as a wildfire burns at Curral das Freiras, Madeira, Portugal August 17, 2024, in this screen grab obtained from a social media video. netmadeira.com/via REUTERS /File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights
Smoke rises as a wildfire burns at Curral das Freiras, Madeira, Portugal August 17, 2024, in this screen grab obtained from a social media video. netmadeira.com/via REUTERS /File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights

Firefighters have brought under control a large forest fire in the Portuguese island of Madeira that had been burning for 11 days, but authorities said on Sunday they would remain on the ground to stop it flaring up again.

The blaze, which started on Aug. 14, has burnt more than 5,000 hectares (12,000 acres) of vegetation, mostly in mountainous areas where the slopes are steep and the access is often difficult, Reuters reported.

"The fire has now been brought under control, but cannot yet be considered extinguished so the teams will remain vigilant on the ground to prevent possible reignitions," regional civil protection commander Antonio Nunes told news agency Lusa.

Attempts to fight the flames have been hampered by adverse weather conditions, including high temperatures, strong winds and low humidity.

EU authorities provided two Canadair planes to help put out the blaze. The regional government said there had been no injuries, no houses torched and no essential infrastructure destroyed.

The Atlantic island of Madeira is an autonomous region of Portugal with around 250,000 residents and is a popular tourist destination.

Rising global temperatures due to climate change have led to more frequent wildfires, from southern and eastern Europe to North America and parts of Asia.