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    Sara Hooker Raises $50M to Challenge A.I.’s Conventional Wisdom

    Sara Hooker, a prominent computer scientist, has sparked controversy within the AI industry by launching her new startup, Adaption Labs, with a $50 million investment. Hooker's ambitious project challenges conventional wisdom that more computing power leads to larger and more capable models...
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    The Best Boutique Hotels in Los Angeles, From Hollywood Icons to Eastside Hideaways

    When it comes to experiencing Old Hollywood glamour in Los Angeles, few places compare to Chateau Marmont, a luxurious boutique hotel situated on iconic Sunset Boulevard. This storied institution has long been a hotbed for high-society soirees and celebrity sightings. Inside its 63 lavishly...
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    Prediction market rivals Polymarket and Kalshi stage dueling NYC stunts

    Rival prediction market sites stage high-profile grocery giveaway stunts in NYC, mirroring Mayor's campaign promise. In an apparent attempt to woo New Yorkers, rival gambling platforms Polymarket and Kalshi have announced a pair of free grocery giveaways that could potentially overshadow the...
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    The Navy Yard turns 25: A legacy of transformation and innovation

    Philadelphia's Navy Yard: From Industrial Decline to Thriving Metropolis Twenty-five years ago, the future of the former naval shipyard seemed bleak. After decades of decline and uncertainty, the yard had closed its gates in 1996, leaving behind tens of thousands of lost jobs and a vast, silent...
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    Dining across the divide: 'Zack Polanski is articulate and charismatic, rather like Boris Johnson'

    Zack Polanski's rise as a potential UK government minister has raised eyebrows, with some likening his charismatic personality to that of Boris Johnson. But what about those who have met him in person? In London, two women from different ends of the political spectrum, Moira and Ruth, shared...
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    Man attacks 40-year-old with baseball bat at NYC subway station, NYPD says

    Man Attacks Subway Rider with Baseball Bat in Bronx, NYPD Seeks Suspect A 40-year-old man was brutally attacked at a subway station in the Bronx on Thursday evening, leaving him with serious injuries. The suspect allegedly wielded a baseball bat and struck the victim multiple times on the face...
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    Colson Montgomery ready to take next steps as White Sox' centerpiece

    White Sox fans are holding onto hope as they look to the future, and one player is at the forefront of that optimism - shortstop Colson Montgomery. A pivotal offseason has set the stage for a season where Montgomery can take center field as the face of the franchise. A remarkable turnaround...
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    Human remains found under Kennedy overpass on Northwest Side identified nearly 14 years later

    A Decade-and-a-Half Later, Identity of Northwest Side Overpass Remains Revealed It's been over 14 years since a maintenance worker stumbled upon human remains while working under the Interstate-94 overpass on Cicero Avenue on the Northwest Side. The Illinois State Police have finally identified...
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    Why did Finland’s PM lose? Reporter explains the key issue voters cared about | CNN

    Finland's Sanna Marin Faces Defeat Amid Economic Concerns Finland's Prime Minister, Sanna Marin, has conceded defeat in the country's parliamentary election, with the right-wing National Coalition Party emerging victorious. The opposition party's win was attributed to a key issue that resonated...
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    NIH ends funding of research that uses human fetal tissue from abortions

    National Institutes of Health Bans Research Using Human Fetal Tissue from Abortions In a move that marks a significant shift in the agency's research priorities, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced it will no longer fund studies using human fetal tissue obtained from elective...
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    Michigan’s cannabis market shrinks as new tax threatens more closures, layoffs - Detroit Metro Times

    Michigan's cannabis market is experiencing a decline in sales, with the industry struggling to stay afloat due to an oversaturated supply and increasing competition. Since recreational cannabis sales began in December 2019, prices have plummeted, resulting in over 550 dispensaries and...
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    Opinion: Why is ‘60 Minutes’ amplifying the views of Marjorie Taylor Greene? | CNN

    CBS' 60 Minutes featured a recent segment with Marjorie Taylor Greene, the far-right Republican congresswoman from Georgia, in an interview that has sparked widespread criticism. Critics argue that by inviting Greene on the show, CBS is providing a platform to amplify her extreme views. In the...
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    Hearts stay clear of Celtic after Braga rescues late point against title rivals

    Hearts' Title Bid Stays Alive After Late Point Against Celtic A dramatic 1-1 draw at Tynecastle Park saw Hearts move four points clear of title rivals Rangers, thanks to a late equalizer from Stuart Findlay. Despite being outplayed for much of the contest, the Scottish Premiership leaders...
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    'Exclusively for the elite': why Mumbai's new motorway is a symbol of the divide between rich and poor

    The article discusses the impact of the construction of a coastal road in Mumbai on the local community, particularly fishermen and their families. The road has led to the loss of traditional fishing sites and breeding grounds, resulting in reduced earnings for fishermen and increased costs...
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    The surprising science of dreams and nightmares – podcast

    The Science of Dreams and Nightmares Dr. Michelle Carr, a leading sleep researcher, delves into the mysterious world of dreams and nightmares in her new book "Into the Dream Lab". According to Dr. Carr, research has shown that about 50% of our brain activity occurs during sleep, which is...
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    Death of Gesualdo review – a creepy and compelling combination of beauty and horror

    Death of Gesualdo: A Chilling Combination of Beauty and Horror The life story of Carlo Gesualdo is one that spirals further into darkness with each passing moment. The Italian nobleman's descent from fame to infamy is a tale of murder, madness, and a musical legacy that still sends shivers down...
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    Watch John Fogerty Revive Creedence Classics on 'Tiny Desk'

    John Fogerty Stole the Show at NPR's Tiny Desk, Reviving Creedence Classics with Passion and Heart. In a poignant performance, Creedence Clearwater Revival icon John Fogerty took to the stage of NPR's Tiny Desk, delivering impassioned versions of three Creedence classics and two solo tracks...
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    Regulators say DoorDash and Uber Eats chiseled NYC delivery workers out of $550M in tips

    New York City regulators have filed a scathing report accusing Uber and DoorDash of deliberately manipulating their app interfaces to discourage customers from tipping food delivery workers. The companies' actions, which took effect in December 2023, have cost employees over $550 million in tips...
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    Revisited: do medicinal mushroom products actually work? – podcast

    The world of medicinal mushrooms has exploded in recent years, with companies and consumers alike clamoring for products that promise to boost immunity, improve cognitive function, and even treat cancer. But do these products actually live up to their hype? According to a new podcast from The...
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    Flight Engineers Give NASA’s Dragonfly Lift - NASA

    NASA's Dragonfly mission is set to embark on a historic journey to Saturn's moon Titan in 2034, with the latest tests confirming its rotorcraft system is ready for lift-off. The Dragonfly rotor, designed by NASA's Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) team, has undergone rigorous...
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