‘Doomers’ Review: Hunkered Down, Debating the Peril and Promise of A.I.
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Vance doubles down on AI stance in Paris
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Inflation picks up speed after Trump promised to ‘rapidly’ bring down prices
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Google Rolls Back AI Promises and DEI Measures as Staff Ask, ‘Are We the Bad Guys Now?’
Google’s unofficial motto used to be ‘Don’t be evil,’ but that sentiment sits in sharp contrast to recent leadership decisions that have angered some employees.Inc. - Feb. 6 -
Adobe’s New AI Promises to Help Your Company Tackle Tricky Contract Language. Should You Let It?
AI has taken big steps into the realm of legalese. Now, Adobe’s new tool is meant to strip the mystery from complex contractual language.Inc. - Feb. 6 -
From Dad Energy to Pickleball Hustlers and AI, Super Bowl Advertising Promises Entertainment
From nostalgic reboots to AI-driven innovations, Super Bowl ads offer small businesses a masterclass in humor, engagement, and cultural relevance. Here’s what brands can learn from the high-stakes ...Inc. - Feb. 7 -
Intel shares rise after VP Vance promises to safeguard American AI and chips
Intel shares rallied on Tuesday after Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. will protect American artificial intelligence technologies.CNBC - Feb. 11 -
Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra Review: AI Snoozefest
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Who’s using AI the most? The Anthropic Economic Index breaks down the data
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European soccer weekend review: Liverpool KO turns FA Cup upside down
The lower leagues showed Liverpool and the Premier League that they can't buy the FA Cup.ESPN - Feb. 10 -
Review: Don't let details bog you down and 'Captain America: Brave New World' works, despite itself
The screenplay of the latest movie in the MCU tries to be too many things to too many prior adventures, but at its core is a resonant story about Black heroism.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Why Apple may get the ‘last laugh’ in AI as rivals double down on spending craze
Apple will have more free cash flow at its disposal and can “pawn off” AI spending on other big technology companies, one analyst said.MarketWatch - Feb. 11 -
As Off Broadway Crews Unionize, Workers See Hope, Producers Peril
Workers say the move is overdue, but theater companies fear it will drive up costs in a wounded sector that has yet to recover from the pandemic.The New York Times - Feb. 10 -
The tragedy of Britain’s assisted dying debate
If the bill does go through, it is so narrowly drawn that few people will qualifyFinancial Times - 4d -
Brand Revolution or Evolution? The Debate Is Over
Meet the mini-lution model, how today’s brand marketers make an impact in a media-shattered world.Inc. - 2d -
Mayor Adams May Avoid a Criminal Trial. He Still Faces Political Peril.
The criminal case against Mr. Adams may be in jeopardy, but his political future now seems more imperiled amid heightened calls for his resignation or dismissal.The New York Times - 4d -
Avowed Review
Avowed's impactful and satisfying combat is undone by a widely unbalanced upgrade system and an uninteresting story that wastes its potential.GameSpot - 5d -
Patrick Mahomes Is on the Cusp of Ending a Debate With Tom Brady
If Kansas City wins the Super Bowl, there’s no question who the greatest playoff quarterback is, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Feb. 8 -
Don’t let the loophole lobby decide the tax debate
Republicans took one step forward during the 2017 reforms, and this is their chance to avoid taking two steps back.The Hill - 4d -
Raisins or not? Pudding debate splits island nation
The debate over a beloved dish has reignited as Antiguans and Barbudans seek to preserve their cultural heritage.BBC News - 2d -
Pressley on Trump promise to lower costs: ‘How’s that going?’
Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) slammed President Trump over his promise to lower everyday costs for Americans, asking “How’s that going?” “Donald Trump ran on a promise to bring down costs for ...The Hill - Feb. 11 -
A Promising New Development for Millions of People With Liver Disease
Recent research suggests that a new approach could help even patients with advanced forms of fatty liver disease.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
Germany's Scholz slams Merz on AfD cooperation in heated TV debate
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Viewers surveyed thought Scholz won debate against rival Merz
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Germany's Scholz describes Trump's Gaza proposal as a 'scandal' in election debate
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has described President Donald Trump’s suggestion that the U_S_ could take ownership of the Gaza Strip, relocate its population and redevelop it as a “scandal.”ABC News - Feb. 9 -
Greens: Climate change ignored in German election TV debate
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Smuggling gangs have taken hold, Cooper says during border debate
MPs are holding a debate in the House of Commons on Labour's plans to overhaul border measures.BBC News - Feb. 10 -
Making sense of the penny debate as Trump calls for halt in production
President Donald Trump says he has directed the Treasury Department to stop minting new pennies, citing the rising cost of producing the one-cent coin. NBC News’ Brian Cheung explores the spirited ...NBC News - Feb. 10 -
Morning Report — It's bears vs. bulls in House budget debate
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Israel, Gaza and the uneasy debate about the war and its victims
The October 7 atrocity, mass Palestinian deaths . . . three new books tackle questions of blame, victimhood and the region’s future securityFinancial Times - 4d -
Contraception for capybaras: Buenos Aires suburb’s rodent plan stirs debate
Government in Nordelta approves plans to control numbers of world’s largest rodent – but not all are in agreement. A contraception debate is gripping one of Argentina’s most notable luxury ...The Guardian - 2d -
After years of debate, Trump upends transgender sports landscape with the stroke of a pen
Donald Trump’s campaign promise to block transgender women and girls from competing in female sports has opened up a slew of investigations of federally funded schools and athletics organizations ...NBC News - 2d -
German election candidates clash over economy in four-way TV debate
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Mainstream politicians target far-right candidate in fiery German election debate
Co-leader of Alternative for Germany becomes focus in four-way televised debate a week before national pollsFinancial Times - 2d -
Germany's Scholz: Peacekeeping debate premature as Ukraine war rages
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'Like a footballer being banned for the summer' - Sinner ban sparks tennis debate
Liam Broady believes Jannik Sinner's three-month doping ban has been timed to impact the world number one's career "as little as possible".BBC News - 1d -
'Buffy' resurrected: Sarah Michelle Gellar promises fans a faithful reboot is underway
'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' star Sarah Michelle Gellar confirms a reboot is in the works, telling fans 'we will only make this show if we know we can do it right.'Los Angeles Times - Feb. 8 -
RFK Jr. Made These Promises to Win Key Senator's Vote
This is a MedPage Today story. Sen. Bill Cassidy, MD (R-La.), said he received numerous pledges from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the Trump administration to protect medicine and science -- ...ABC News - Feb. 9 -
New inflation numbers are at odds with Donald Trump’s promise to lower prices
The president repeatedly claimed he would lower prices during the election campaign, but that’s not an easy task. Inflation gains speed despite Trump vow to ‘rapidly’ cut prices As tens of ...The Guardian - 6d -
Many Groups Promised Federal Aid Still Have No Funds and No Answers
Judicial rulings have unfrozen some grants awaited by nonprofits, states and companies, but the reprieve has been uneven and many fear the relief is only temporary.The New York Times - 6d
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Operator, a new computer-using tool from OpenAI, is brittle and occasionally erratic, but it points to a future of powerful A.I. agents.The New York Times - Feb. 2 -
Banks Sell $4.7 Billion of X’s Debt, in a Sign of Investor Demand
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Meta Said to Explore Incorporating in a Different State
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Elon Musk Casts Doubt on Trump’s $100 Billion Stargate A.I. Announcement
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