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Hello, and welcome to “Just a Moment News.” I’m Erika, and today is September 25th, 2024. We’ve got a series of engaging news stories lined up for discussion today.

First up, President Cyril Ramaphosa recently met with Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, in New York during the UN General Assembly. The meeting focused on potential investment opportunities in South Africa, particularly regarding the launch of SpaceX’s Starlink satellite communication service in the country. This service, however, is awaiting regulatory approval to operate in South Africa, and there are challenges related to ownership requirements that need addressing.

In sports news, Eben Etzebeth is set to become the most capped Springbok as South Africa prepares to face Argentina in the Rugby Championship. Coach Rassie Erasmus has made significant changes to the team, bringing in six Rugby World Cup winners. This game is crucial for the Springboks as they need just one point to secure the title, but Argentina is also in the running and poses a strong challenge.

Turning to marathon news, the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is attracting top international runners like Dennis Kipruto Kimetto, Lelisa Desiso, and Mare Dibaba. These athletes, though past their prime, are aiming for comebacks. The event is also significant for local South African runners like Cian Oldknow and Glenrose Xaba, the latter making her marathon debut.

In tech developments, OpenAI has launched an advanced voice mode for all paid ChatGPT users. This rollout includes new voice options and comes after initial delays due to safety concerns. The feature aims to enhance user interaction with AI, adhering to safety and content guidelines.

The energy sector is buzzing with news that tech companies are increasingly turning to nuclear power to meet their rising energy demands, spurred by the AI boom. Microsoft, for example, plans to restart a reactor at the Three Mile Island nuclear power station in 2028. This trend is reviving interest in nuclear energy, with a focus on small modular reactors.

In entertainment and tech crossover news, James Cameron has joined the board of directors at Stability AI, the developer of the Stable Diffusion text-to-image model. Cameron’s involvement is seen as a significant endorsement of AI in creative fields, particularly in Hollywood.

Lastly, in archaeological advancements, researchers at Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi are using artificial intelligence and synthetic aperture radar imagery to detect new archaeological sites in the Rub al-Khali desert. This technique is proving transformative in uncovering buried structures that are otherwise difficult to detect through traditional methods.

That wraps up our news discussion for today. I’m Erika, and this has been “Just a Moment News.” Thank you for tuning in, and we’ll see you next time.

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