Today’s Focus of Attention

FDA says lab-grown chicken is safe to eat

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed that cultured chicken is safe for consumers and approved GOOD Meat’s cultured chicken cell material in a move to clear its way to the US stores.
GOOD Meat is not the only company to get the green light from the FDA. In November 2022, UPSIDE Foods became the first company to receive regulatory approval to sell its cultured chicken in the United States.
Both UPSIDE Foods and GOOD Meat use cells from chickens to make their products.
What is cultured meat, and how is it made?
Cultivated meat, also cultured meat or lab-grown meat, is the alternative to regular meat. It is made in labs from animal cells and grown in factories.
Its production is more sustainable than livestock farming and slaughtering, and of course, eco-friendly.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/fda-says-lab-grown-chicken-is-safe-to-eat/
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Final Warning on Climate Crisis: act now or it’s too late

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the scientific body of the United Nations, issued a “final warning” on the climate crisis.
In its Sixth Assessment Report, prepared by hundreds of scientists, eight years of research and thousands of pages, the UN panel summarised its findings in one message: act now or it will be too late.
The IPCC study detailed how extreme weather has destroyed vast swathes of the world and led to deaths, wrecked homes, floods, droughts, hunger, and the loss of vital ecosystems.
The point of no return for the climate’s damage is if the thermometer reaches over 1.5°C higher than pre-industrial levels, so this IPCC report could be the last one if we don’t step up in limiting global temperatures.
Antonio Guterres, the United Nations Secretary General, said that the report is “a clarion call to massively fast-track climate efforts by every country, every sector, and on every timeframe.”
“Our world needs climate action on all fronts: everything, everywhere, all at once.”
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/final-warning-on-climate-crisis-act-now-or-its-too-late/
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You cannot copyright AI-generated images / US Copyright Office

The United States Copyright Office informed that any images produced by writing a prompt to any artificial intelligence model, such as Midjourney or Stable Diffusion, cannot be copyrighted in the US.
USCO said it is the same when a buyer gives instructions to a commissioned artist.
The new guidance, published in the Federal Register, states that AI models identify what the prompter wishes to have depicted, but the machine determines how those directions are implemented in its output.
It also wrote: “When a technology receives solely a prompt from a human and produces complex written, visual, or musical works in response, the ‘traditional elements of authorship’ are determined and executed by the technology, not the human user.”
To grant copyright protection, a considerable level of human creativity must be involved. So, AI cannot produce copyrighted work.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/copyright-ai-generated-images/
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The Middle East’s green energy ambitions

The Middle East is shifting to green energy, with Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the UAE investing in cutting-edge solar and hydrogen technologies to secure their position in the clean energy market. 
The Middle East is well-suited for the production of green energies like hydrogen. The constant exposure to high solar irradiation and the persistent winds make the region ideal for developing zero-emission solutions.
But this is not something they want to begin in a few decades; they are currently working on it and have big plans in that regard.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/the-middle-east-green-energy-production/
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Pollution rampant - Only 13 countries with healthy air in the world

Air pollution skyrocketed to mind-blowing levels in 2022 in approximately 90% of the countries, with only 13 being in the healthy air-quality zone. 
Every year, about 7 million people die from air pollution, while billions suffer from the effects of the poor air quality they breathe. Inhaling venomous air, whether it comes from the combustion of fossil fuels or wildfires, is linked to diseases from lung cancer and strokes to asthma.
In parallel, the economic cost of the financial system is enormous, estimated at $8tn.
Today’s episode is about a report published by IQAir, a Swiss company that specialises in air purification products and services but also monitors air quality worldwide, providing real-time data and alerts for free.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/pollution-crisis-only-13-countries-with-healthy-air/
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Mutual Funds, Index Funds, or ETFs – Which one is the best investment option?

Mutual Funds, Index Funds, and ETFs are all great investment options; but it's important to understand the differences between them. 
Mutual Funds were the first on the scene and offer the benefit of pooled investing, but with high fees.
Index Funds arrived later but carry lower fees and automatic reinvestment.
Finally, ETFs act like stocks and provide the same as Index Funds, except automatic reinvestment.
Before putting money in anything, be it stocks, real estate, or funds, we must research as much as possible since all the options available have their own advantages and disadvantages.
The important point here is to invest, because having cash in a bank only decreases the value of our labour’s fruit.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/difference-between-mutual-funds-index-funds-and-exchange-traded-funds/
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The Top 10 Hydrogen Companies in the World

Hydrogen has been present in the industrial sector for decades, for instance, to produce ammonia, which is a part of fertilisers; in the production of methanol, used as a solvent; in the food industry to hydrogenate vegetable oils; to make silicon and other semiconductor materials; in the welding field, etc.
But since hydrogen has proven to be a clean and renewable energy source, albeit still expensive, companies leading the sector are investing in huge facilities to meet the growing demand. This is because many businesses and factories need to slash their carbon emissions and reach net-zero by 2050.
Today, we’ll look at the top leading hydrogen generation companies and how they are working on producing more to respond to the market.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/the-top-10-hydrogen-companies-clean-energy-demand/
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How to lose weight by just walking a few minutes a day

We all walk every day. When we wake up and go to the bathroom to brush our teeth, then to the kitchen, climb the stairs, and finally work or study.
Some of us even walk to buy our groceries instead of using the car. Apart from saving money, it’s a positive behaviour that offers many advantages.
And that is the focus of today’s article: the benefits of walking to lose weight and stay healthy.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/how-to-lose-weight-by-just-walking-a-few-minutes-a-day/
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Managing Debt: How I paid off my loans and credit cards

For many of us, debt is a reality that can impact our financial stability and, needless to say, our wellbeing. Whether it is a student or car loan, credit card, or mortgage, dealing with debt is daunting and overwhelming.
While credits are useful for financing big purchases, high levels of indebtedness increase stress, limit our ability to save and create our emergency fund, and, of course, endanger our future.
However, with the right strategies, we can shatter the chains of debt, even if the water has reached our necks.
I’m not an expert in the field, but I want to share how I got rid of almost 90% of my financial obligations, from assessing and prioritising debt to planning and staying on track.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/how-to-get-rid-of-all-my-debts/
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History of Everyday Objects

We often take for granted the objects that make up our everyday lives. From toothbrushes to pencils, from gas stoves to toilets, from silverware to toothpaste, many of the things we use daily have a rich and fascinating past.
Several of these items were developed over centuries of trial and error, while others evolved from primitive versions to their contemporary counterparts.
For example, toothpaste has been around since the early Egyptians, while pencils and pens date back to the 16th century. Toilets, on the other hand, started in the 17th century and have since been improved with modern mechanisms.
This episode takes a trip through the past of these everyday things, giving interesting insights into human history and how technology has evolved over time.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/a-journey-through-the-history-of-everyday-objects/
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What is digital real estate? Is it worth investing in it?

Digital real estate is a subgroup of what is known as digital assets. At the same time, a digital asset is anything that has value and exists online, including domain names, social media accounts, famous websites, or apps.  
For instance, if you register an easy-to-remember popular domain name focused on a specific target, such a URL is considered a “blue chip” and has a price.
Other examples are sites or social media apps since they have tonnes of data attached to billions of users; that information is super valuable as it’s connected to different businesses.
Nevertheless, digital assets are not limited to only online addresses, social media accounts, or apps.
With the surge of the Metaverse, you could own digital plots of land in the virtual world and transform them into sources of income.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/what-is-digital-real-estate-is-it-worth-investing-in-it/
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Top Five Toy Companies and their Most Iconic Toys

Toys have existed since the beginning of time as educational and creative tools for children, with roots stretching back thousands of years. The oldest toy found is a spinning top in King Tut’s tomb from around 3,000 years ago.
The wooden Yo-Yo, first mentioned in Ancient Greece in 500 BCE, the kite, with its origins in China, and clay animal figures on wheels in India from about 2,500 BCE, are examples of toys from antiquity.
But with the rise of the toy industry in the 20th century, these playthings evolved dramatically, becoming more sophisticated and technologically advanced.
Toy businesses are constantly innovating and bringing to life products to engage and delight children and adults, showing no signs of slowing down in the years to come.
In this episode, we will look at the major players in the toy business and their most cherished products of all time.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/the-top-five-toy-companies-and-their-most-iconic-toys/
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The Hydrogen Revolution: the race for sustainable energy has started

We are amid an energy transformation, a quest to find a clean, and renewable source of power, and hydrogen, one of the most promising sources, can revolutionise how we access, store and use energy, while providing environmental benefits.
The potential of this source is limitless and offers an actual solution to reducing the effects of transport on our surroundings; one kilo of hydrogen can do the same as 4.5 kilos of diesel.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/the-hydrogen-revolution-the-race-for-sustainable-energy/
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Teamwork - Discover the 9 Types of Team Players in an Organisation

“The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” Aristotle.
Teamwork offers a wealth of advantages to any small or large business. By acting together, individuals leverage each other’s strengths, help the team achieve their goals, and allow for the sharing of ideas, resources, and knowledge, resulting in faster and more efficient solutions.
Team participation enhances creativity and innovation, while also providing motivation that can facilitate success.
Working as a team ensures everyone is in sync and taken into consideration, while forming a powerful collective and reducing the stress and risks associated with a particular task.
What kind of team player are you?
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/the-9-types-of-team-players-in-an-organization/
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Rich vs. Poor - What is the secret to be wealthy?

Have you ever thought about why some people are filthy rich while others barely have one bite to fill their mouth?
Is there any secret formula to make a huge capital that none of us are aware of?
Today’s episode is about money strategies, financial freedom, and why the rich are rich and the poor are poor, although we know money is not the only way to measure success.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/what-is-the-secret-to-be-rich/
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Passwords and Passkeys: What are the Differences and Which One is More Secure?

The long wait to end password-based logins seems to have ended. We are leaving the password tunnel and entering a passwordless territory.
Passwords are dead. Long live Passkeys
Passkeys and Passwords are often used interchangeably, but they are totally different.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/what-is-the-difference-between-passwords-and-passkeys/
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The 12 Best Websites for Online Courses

Something we learnt from the pandemic was that, apart from working remotely, we could also educate ourselves online.
In 2020, online education boomed as an increased number of people resorted to their computers to get knowledge since lockdowns restricted everybody from being outside.
Henceforth, for many, it became the new normal, as e-learning is affordable compared with traditional methods.
Online education has been around for a long time, but the pandemic made digital education popular. Millions have turned to e-learning as they can start their training whenever they want, study from anywhere, and rewind videos to take the same lesson as many times as they need.
Whether you are looking to learn a new skill or just hone your current ones, this type of training offers you a way to gain knowledge that might be beneficial to your present or future career.
In this episode, we’ll talk about the different platforms offering online courses that could help you find a new job or make extra money.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/best-sites-for-online-education/
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10 Tips to Become debt free

Everyone should understand the basics of personal finance. From budgeting and investing, to debt management and insurance, learn how to make smart money choices. Get the financial tools you need to be more successful!
Your financial well-being is essential; thus, it is quite important to educate yourself and stay informed of all the aspects of managing your money.
The point of this episode is to show you the fundamentals of personal finance: budgeting, emergency funds, and long-term planning, plus an insight into helpful resources to be debt-free.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/personal-finance-debt-free-ways-to-get-out-of-debt/
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ChatGPT vs. Google: Which one is better?

Some people fear ChatGPT will dethrone Google in only two years. Do you believe that?
ChatGPT has been a boom since its release in November 2022. ChatGPT jumped to fame when the media reported millions were using it to write high school and university assignments. “Eureka! I found it!” said many students.
At least for a while, Google will continue on the iron throne. But it doesn’t mean it will be this way forever.
I can’t imagine ChatGPT as a menace to Google. I feel it is an amazing tool that, if used correctly, could get our feet out of the mud.
Let’s see ChatGPT as a friend of Google, not as its enemy, let alone a threat.
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How to Study Effectively: A Guide for Students and Workers of All Ages

Apart from learning faster, studying effectively allows you to keep information for longer periods of time, and get better marks on assignments.
But during this process, your focus might be threatened by distractions that may not be aligned with your objectives.
This episode gives you some practical tips and tricks for making the most of your learning time, whether you are in high school, at university, or just a lifelong learner.
https://todaysfocusofattention.com/how-to-study-effectively-a-guide-for-students-and-workers-of-all-ages/
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