Cathy Li

3 weeks ago | weforum.org | Cathy Li

This round-up brings you key digital technology stories from the past fortnight. Top digital technology stories: New guide addresses online harm and digital risks; Microsoft to launch AI cybersecurity 'agents'; Fashion retailer to use AI-generated models. As digital platforms increasingly shape daily life, the risks of online harm, including misinformation and exploitation, continue to rise – issues recently spotlighted in the Netflix series Adolescence.

1 month ago | sitkasentinel.com | Cathy Li

A conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 1972 Halibut Point Road was approved and a zoning variance to increase the maximum allowable structure height at Nancy Court was postponed by the Planning Commission at its regular meeting March 5. Cruise ship-related zoning also was discussed, a continuation of the annual code review conducted by the Commission at the beginning of each year. All commission members were present, and all decisions were passed unanimously.

2 months ago | channelnewsasia.com | Cathy Li

GENEVA: In a lab in Singapore, an AI algorithm accelerates cancer detection, helping doctors pinpoint malignant cells with unprecedented speed and accuracy. On a farm in Kenya, sensors powered by AI analyse soil conditions in real time, guiding farmers toward precision irrigation that boosts crop yields while conserving water. Meanwhile, in the Arctic, machine learning models process satellite imagery to track ice sheet changes, giving scientists an early warning system for rising sea levels.

2 months ago | sitkasentinel.com | Cathy Li

Harris Island Lot Subdivision Fails Details Category: News Created on Friday, 21 February 2025 16:15 Hits: 7 By CATHY LI Special to the Sentinel A preliminary plat for a minor subdivision on Harris Island was denied, and a replat to facilitate the vacation of Neva Street was approved by the Planning Commission at its regular meeting Wednesday. The meeting was held with only three of the five commission members present, making approval by all three necessary to pass any motion. The Harris...

2 months ago | sitkasentinel.com | Cathy Li

20 YEARS AGO February 2005 Photo caption: Baranof Barracuda swimmers pose with their awards won at the Speedo Great Alaska Open in Homer. From left are Ben Adams, Alex Dailey, Ben Campen, Andrew Vallion, Jamie Gorman, Gavin McGowan, Caitlin Way, Mallory Kempton-Hein, Alexandra Broschat and Alex Weissberg. 50 YEARS AGO February 1975 Arrowhead Bowling League’s Dave Pearson, Al Aitken, Stumpy Baughn, Frank Brush and John D. Abbott Jr. bowled 200s. High series were bowled by Aitken, Baughn and Abbott.