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Dutch woman, 29, granted euthanasia approval on grounds of mental suffering
Zoraya ter Beek, who has chronic depression, anxiety, trauma and unspecified personality disorder, expected to end her life soon. Europe’s slowly shifting attitudes towards assisted dyingA 29-year-old Dutch woman who has been granted her request ...The Guardian - World - Netherlands -
Vermont makes waves on data privacy
The Hill's weekly technology news digest. {beacon} Friday, May 17, 2024 Welcome to Tech Friday, a new joint project of The Hill and Pluribus News covering tech policy across government. Sign up to receive The Hill's newsletters here. Rather ...The Hill - Politics -
Howard Dean won't run for Vermont governor
Former Vermont Gov. Howard Dean (D) dashed speculation about another gubernatorial run Monday, deciding against a bid to challenge Republican Gov. Phil Scott. “In theory, this is a winnable race. But I’ve been in state and national politics for a ...The Hill - Politics -
Boeing whistleblower John Barnett died by suicide, police investigation concludes
Police released what they say was a suicide note left by Boeing whistleblower John Barnett.CBS News - Top stories -
Artiphon Chorda Review: A Nifty Toy for Non-Musicians
This digital fretboard is a unique standa-lone instrument and affordable intro to MIDI polyphonic expression (MPE).Wired - Tech -
The race for an AI-powered personal assistant
Google and OpenAI unveiled new tools to bring ‘intelligent systems’ a step closer. Will this be a milestone for generative AI?Financial Times - Business -
Courteney Cox: Designing woman
After studying design and architecture in college, Courteney Cox pursued modeling and acting, and is forever identifiable as "neat freak" Monica in the sitcom "Friends." Now she's an entrepreneur, creating a line of scented products for the home.CBS News - Entertainment -
Democrats Take Jewish Voters for Granted
We are liberal and support Israel. The party risks losing us by pandering to its antisemitic elements.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Unity for Humanity awards grants to drive social change
Unity, the maker of the Unity game engine, announced 2024 Unity for Humanity grant winners and honorees, all of whom will receive bespoke awards from a pool of $500,000. Judged based on the vision, impact, inclusion, and viability of their ...VentureBeat - Tech -
Tiger falters late in PGA Championship 1st round
Tiger Woods faltered late in his opening round at the PGA Championship and finished with a 1-over 72.ESPN - Sports - Golf -
Row erupts over portraits of Australia's richest woman
Gina Rinehart's campaign to have two portraits removed has sparked debate about art and censorship.BBC News - Top stories -
Three still held over murder of woman in Belfast
Kathryn Parton, 34, who suffered serious head injuries, was found dead on Wednesday.BBC News - Top stories -
Woman left homeless after canal boat stolen
Jolita Velickiene, who was forced to live in her car, wants those responsible to be arrested.BBC News - Top stories -
Man charged with murder of woman in east Belfast
A 43-year-old woman and a 22-year-old man also face charges related to Kathryn Parton's death.BBC News - Top stories -
Man acquitted in killing of pregnant woman, boyfriend in Kansas
Camrah Trotter, was killed as she called 911 after her boyfriend, 23-year-old Dominique Ray, was fatally shot.CBS News - Top stories -
Woman dies in attack by two registered XL bullies
The two dogs were seized by armed officers after being contained in a room at an east London home.BBC News - Top stories -
Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant vulnerable to malicious commands, study reveals
Amazon researchers uncover alarming vulnerabilities in speech AI models, revealing 90% susceptibility to adversarial attacks and raising concerns over potential misuse.VentureBeat - Tech - Google -
OpenAI’s Flirty New Assistant, Google Guts the Web and We Play HatGPT
It’s been a week of A.I. vertigo — the feeling that we’ve been dragged five years into the future and aren’t sure what to do about it.The New York Times - Tech - Google -
When classroom assistance comes with a rent-free room in shared flat
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Scarlett Johansson Said No, but OpenAI’s Virtual Assistant Sounds Just Like Her
Last week, the company released a chatbot with an option that sounded like the actress, who provided the voice of an A.I. system in the movie “Her.”The New York Times - Business -
Trump allies push bill to bar non-citizen voting, even though it’s already illegal
Hyping conspiracy theory that Democrats are bringing people into US to vote for Biden, extremists try to tie immigration to elections. Dozens of Donald Trump’s allies and election denialists, including extremists like lawyer Cleta Mitchell and ...The Guardian - World - Donald Trump -
Hong Kong will keep watching internet platforms for non-compliance with ban on protest song
Hong Kong’s leader says his government will keep monitoring for any non-compliance with a court order that bans a popular protest songABC News - World - Hong Kong -
Hong Kong will keep watching internet platforms for non-compliance with ban on protest song
Hong Kong’s leader says his government will keep monitoring for any non-compliance with a court order that bans a popular protest songABC News - Tech - Hong Kong -
Doncic a lesson in why Celtics fans shouldn't take Tatum for granted
As Jayson Tatum prepares for his fifth conference finals in seven seasons, John Tomase explains how the Celtics star has separated himself from his peers.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Grant's Take: Retail Sales Don't Point to Rate Cut Just Yet
Walmart earnings give a different signal than what the latest Commerce Department data delivered.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Biden announces grants to further desegregate schools on Brown vs. Board anniversary
The $20 million in new grants will go to creating magnet programs across the country to attract students across many backgrounds, the White House says.ABC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
I Took Career Advice From My Mom for Granted. Then She Died.
The financial assistance would be invaluable. But I miss the emotional support even more.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Paul McCartney is Britain's 1st billionaire musician, according to annual rich list
Paul McCartney is a billionaire Beatle.The Hill - Politics -
Preakness winner Seize the Grey is likely running in the 1st Belmont at Saratoga
The Belmont Stakes won't have a Triple Crown on the line after Seize the Grey beat Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan in the PreaknessABC News - Sports -
Ship that destroyed Baltimore bridge is moved from crash site for 1st time
The cargo ship that struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore in March was moved from the crash site on Monday morning.ABC News - Top stories -
Woman attacked by bull on Mexico beach after ignoring warnings
A bull charged at a woman on a beach in the Mexican state of Baja California Sur over the weekend as horrified tourists watched and warned her to back away.CBS News - World -
DNA leads to arrest of Ohio man in 1989 murder of Pennsylvania woman
The Lehigh County District Attorney announced charges against Michael Breisch, 65, for the murder of 78-year-old widow Rose Hnath in 1989 outside Allentown, Pennsylvania.CBS News - Top stories -
Woman who had mastectomy hosts life drawing event
Shelley Syme was diagnosed with breast cancer in August 2021, shortly after her 29th birthday.BBC News - Top stories -
This one food slashes your dementia risk by a third — if you’re a woman
If you’re female and want to avoid dementia, stock up on this.MarketWatch - Business -
Brady Tkachuk has goal, 3 assists in US 4-1 win over Poland at men's hockey world championship
Brady Tkachuk scored a goal and added three assists and the United States clinched a playoff-round berth with a 4-1 win over Poland in preliminary round play at the men’s world hockey championshipsABC News - Sports - NHL -
Bulls hire Wes Unseld Jr. as lead assistant coach under Billy Donovan, per report
Unseld was previously the head coach of the Wizards before getting fired in JanuaryCBS Sports - Sports -
Psychologist Adam Grant Says Your Overall Success at Work Comes Down to 3 Familiar Words
The always-brilliant Adam Grant offers a different spin on success and work-life balance.Inc. - Business -
Over 1 million claims related to toxic exposure granted under new veterans law, Biden will announce
President Joe Biden, intent on selling his legislative accomplishments this election year, will travel to New Hampshire to detail the impact of a law that helps veterans get key benefits as a result of burn pit or other toxic exposure during their ...ABC News - Health - Joe Biden -
White House lauds PACT Act as it hits 1 million toxin claims granted to vets
The White House on Tuesday announced that more than 1 million claims have been granted through the PACT Act, a landmark law passed in 2022 that gave veterans expanded access to apply for compensation and relief related to toxic exposures during ...The Hill - Politics -
Pakistan's Imran Khan appears via video link before a top court, for 1st time since his sentencing
Pakistani officials say imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan has appeared before a top court via video link, his first such appearance since he started serving his sentence for corruption last AugustABC News - World - Pakistan