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The Wall Street Journal - World
The Campus Review: Grading an Upstate Art Outpost
A former school outside of Hudson, N.Y., is converted into an exhibition space by galleries with Manhattan locations: Bortolami, James Cohan, kaufmann repetto, Anton Kern, Andrew Kreps and kurimanzutto. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Gas Stoves Head for the Ballot in Washington State
A voter initiative in November would save natural gas energy for homes and business. -
The New York Times - Business
On ‘Hard Fork,’ a Hard Look at the Future of Technology
Kevin Roose and Casey Newton reflect on the success of their podcast and look toward what’s next. -
CBS News - Top stories
National Women's Soccer League commissioner announces 2024 championship site
Jessica Berman, commissioner for the National Women's Soccer League, discussed why the historic stadium was chosen for the championship game and how the sport is growing. -
VentureBeat - Tech
Exclusive: Speech recognition AI learns industry jargon with aiOla’s novel approach
The company adapted OpenAI's Whisper model using its novel technique and improved its speech recognition accuracy by a significant margin. -
The Guardian - World
Shell to take hit of up to $2bn on Rotterdam and Singapore sites
Oil firm’s warning comes after it had to halt work on Europe’s largest biofuel project and sell refinery in Asia. Shell has warned investors that it will take an impairment charge of up to $2bn (£1.6bn) in its next set of results after it was ... -
Wired - Tech
Proton Is Launching Encrypted Documents to Take On Google Docs
Proton is adding an end-to-end encrypted documents editor to its privacy tools, boosting its competition with Google’s suite of productivity apps.Google -
Inc. - Business
Google Searches Prefer AI Spam to Real Content
Search engine optimization is theholy grailboost trafficto websites--but in the AI era, even Google's much-scrutinized search algorithm shows a preference for ripped-off, AI-generatedmaterial over original content.Google -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
It's time for the Seattle Seahawks to usher in the Mike Macdonald era
Pete Carroll was a Seattle legend, but a change was made ... and transitioning to new leadership isn't necessarily a bad thing. -
MarketWatch - Business
Trump Media to buy assets of WorldConnect Technologies in all-stock deal
Trump Media & Technology Group on Wednesday said it will acquire substantially all of the assets of WorldConnect Technologies.Donald Trump -
The Wall Street Journal - World
J2 Ventures Raises $150 Million to Finance 'Dual Use' Technologies
J2 Ventures has raised $150 million for its second venture fund, bolstering its strategy of backing startups and helping them secure capital through government grants and contracts. -
Inc. - Business
Google's AI Tool Is Driving Efficiency but Also Increasing Emissions
A new sustainability report from the tech giant says that itsgreenhouse gas emissions rose by almost half between 2019 and 2023.Google -
The New York Times - Top stories
Under Hurricane Watch, Texas Braces for Beryl as Tropical Storm Enters Gulf
A hurricane watch was issued for part of Texas as Beryl crossed the Gulf of Mexico early Saturday and was expected to strengthen over the weekend. -
ABC News - Sports
Jessica Campbell will be the first woman on an NHL bench as assistant coach with the Seattle Kraken
Jessica Campbell will become the first woman to work on the bench of an NHL franchise after the Seattle Kraken hired her as an assistant coach WednesdayNHL -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Seattle Kraken hire assistant coach Jessica Campbell in historic first for NHL
Jessica Campbell is the first woman to be hired as a full-time assistant coach in the league.NHL -
NBC News - Top stories
NHL gets its first female coach — an assistant with the Seattle Kraken
Jessica Campbell became the first female coach in the NHL when the Seattle Kraken named her an assistant Wednesday, the league announced.NHL -
Inc. - Business
Seattle Plastic Surgery Provider Fined $5 Million for Threats and Fake Reviews
The complaint said the clinic violated state and federal consumer protection laws by posting fictional positive reviews and forcing patients to sign NDAs to stop them from sharing negative comments. -
ABC News - Sports
Catie Griggs resigns as president of business operations for the Seattle Mariners
Catie Griggs has resigned as president of business operations for the Seattle Mariners -
ESPN - Sports
Almada, Atlanta Utd near Botafogo deal - Textor
Atlanta United's Thiago Almada will play for six months at Botafogo before moving to Lyon in January 2025 once the Brazilian club finalises the deal with the MLS outfit. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
LNG Exports Could Be a Boon for Climate and Security
If only the Biden administration can put good policy above the word of green activists and TikTok influencers.Climate -
Financial Times - World
UK stands out for its stability after election landslide, say investors
Calm in Britain’s financial markets following Labour victory contrasts with turmoil elsewhere in EuropeUnited Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
Greens secure four seats in best-ever UK result
Party captures all its targets after luring leftwing voters from Labour, as investors note clear support for climate actionUnited Kingdom -
GameSpot - Tech
Nintendo Sees Potential In Generative AI, But Won't Make Games Created "By Technology Alone"
Several video game companies have begun exploring how generative AI can help with the development process of their titles, but Nintendo isn't ready to embrace the technology just yet. When asked in a shareholder Q&A if the company had any ... -
MarketWatch - Business
‘Any technology stock with an AI story is rising too far and too fast,’ this veteran trader warns
The market is in a huge tech-led bubble — but you’d be wrong to bet against it. -
BBC News - Top stories
Learner driver failed theory test 60 times
The learner, who finally passed, notched up the highest number of fails for a single person in 2023. -
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Yahoo Sports - Sports
Djokovic hails Fearnley after tough Wimbledon test
British wildcard Jacob Fearnley takes a set off seven-time champion Novak Djokovic but falls short of creating a seismic shock at Wimbledon. -
The Guardian - World
Are at-home gut microbiome testing kits a scam?
Gut health has become something of a wellness buzzword – so we asked experts what the gut microbiome is and how it affects our health . Human bodies are mysterious. They are full of wonders (brains, kidneys) and horrors (earwax). We spend our ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
It's 90 Degrees. Time to Test the New 'Cooling Shapewear.'
Adding another layer of material during a heat wave sounds nuts. But the brands behind this new shapewear claim their fabric technology helps reduce sweat while smoothing women’s bodies. -
BBC News - Top stories
New Zealand beat England in thrilling first Test
New Zealand edge past England 16-15 in a thrilling opening Test in Dunedin to kickstart Scott Robertson's era as head coach with a win.New Zealand -
ESPN - Sports
Murray's farewell at Wimbledon starts with loss
Andy Murray's Wimbledon farewell got off to a difficult start as he was knocked out of the men's doubles in the first round alongside his brother Jamie. -
MarketWatch - Business
Jobless claims — aka layoffs — rise to 238,000 and stay near one-year high
New jobless claims have surged since the end of the school year, raising questions about whether it’s a temporary increase or a sign of rising layoffs. -
CBS News - Top stories
Wildfire near Sacramento, California, torches more than 2,000 acres
A wildfire north of Sacramento, California, fueled by oppressively high temperatures has burned more than 2,000 acres. It's one of multiple wildfires the state is fighting. CBS News Sacramento reporter Rachel Wulff has more.California -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Gold Futures Near Two-week Highs on Hopes for US Rate Cuts
Gold futures rose, nearing a two-week high, amid growing investor optimism for a U.S. interest rate cut. -
ESPN - Sports
Source: Iger, Bay near deal for Angel City FC
The dean of the USC Annenberg School, Willow Bay, and her husband, Disney CEO Bob Iger, are nearing a deal to purchase control of Angel City FC, a source familiar with the situation told ESPN. -
Financial Times - World
India’s ‘passion for gold’ fades as prices hover near record high
Some brides switch to artificial jewellery, although richest consumers have not been put off -
The Hill - Politics
Extreme pride in being an American stays near record low: Gallup
Extreme pride in being an American has stayed near a record low, according to a new Gallup survey. The Gallup survey released shortly before the Fourth of July holiday found 41 percent of Americans polled said they are “extremely proud” of their ... -
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NBC News - Top stories
Hurricane Beryl nears Mexico as authorities urge people to 'protect life and property'
Hurricane Beryl is set to make landfall on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula early Friday, bringing damaging winds, a storm surge of up to six feet and life-threatening surf and rip currents, forecasters said. -
The New York Times - Top stories
As Democratic Convention Nears, 2024’s Divided America Rhymes With 1924’s
Hearing echoes of Independence Day a century ago, when Americans were clashing over race, religion, immigration and presidential candidates.