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Here Comes The Sun: A Kirsten Dunst exclusive and an artistic provocateur
Kirsten Dunst has spent the better part of her life in front of the camera. In a "Here Comes The Sun" exclusive, she discusses freedom from fear and other lessons learned from acting. We also have ...CBS News - 4d -
I Put Nvidia’s RTX 50-Series Laptop GPU to the Test. Here’s What I Found
Multi-frame generation has real potential to improve the gaming experience on cheaper laptops, but Nvidia’s RTX 5090 laptop GPU isn’t the huge leap you’re waiting for.Wired - 3d -
Anthropic scientists expose how AI actually ‘thinks’ — and discover it secretly plans ahead and sometimes lies
Anthropic has developed a new method for peering inside large language models (LLMs) like Claude, revealing for the first time how these AI systems process information and make decisions. The ...VentureBeat - 3d -
Tencent invests $1.25B in Ubisoft’s new core games operating division
Tencent has invested $1.25 billion in a new Ubisoft operating division that includes the core games Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six brands. Ubisoft, the French video game ...VentureBeat - 3d -
RFK Jr. Turns to a Discredited Vaccine Researcher for Autism Study
David Geier has been hired as a senior data analyst at H.H.S. According to several people, he will examine any potential links between vaccines and autism that were debunked long ago.The New York Times - 3d -
Law Firm Skadden Arps Seeks Deal to Avert Trump Executive Order
The discussions come as President Trump has taken aim at WilmerHale, another big law firm. Other major firms are said to be trying to cut deals with the White House.The New York Times - 3d -
Weather tracker: Heavy rain alerts in Queensland as floods cut off towns
Wettest March day for 15 years in some parts of northern Australian state, while storms and hail hit Mediterranean. More heavy rain has hit Queensland, Australia, just weeks after the devastation ...The Guardian - 3d -
How Amir Satvat finds jobs for thousands of game industry people | The DeanBeat
Amir Satvat is the undisputed game job champion. During gaming's worst job downturn over the past 2.5 years, Satvat has helped 3,500 find work.VentureBeat - 2d -
Far-Right Influencers Are Hosting a $10K-per-Person Matchmaking Weekend to Repopulate the Earth
The Natal Conference, which costs up to $10,000 to attend, features multiple matchmaking strategy sessions and onsite ministers so attendees can get married, WIRED has learned.Wired - 2d -
A Maker of Sewage-Based Fertilizer Leaves Town Amid a Toxic Crisis
Ranchers in Texas claim livestock was sickened by ‘forever chemicals’ in fertilizer made from sewage sludge. Now Synagro, a Goldman Sachs-backed firm, has lost a deal to manufacture there.The New York Times - 2d -
Elon Musk sells X to his own xAI for $33 billion in all-stock deal
Elon Musk has sold social media site X to his own xAI artificial intelligence company in a $33 billion all-stock deal, the billionaire announced on FridayABC News - 2d -
Law Firms Jenner & Block and WilmerHale Sue Trump Administration to Block Executive Orders
The president has targeted firms that he claims have “weaponized” the legal system. On Friday, Jenner & Block and WilmerHale fought back in court, while Mr. Trump said he’d reached a deal with ...The New York Times - 2d -
Film academy apologizes for not naming 'No Other Land' co-director in response to attack on him
The organization that bestows the Academy Awards has apologized to “No Other Land” co-director Hamdan Ballal after mounting criticism following its response to the violent attack on the Oscar winnerABC News - 2d -
‘A tree zoo’: endangered conifers a living legacy of Kent pinetum’s centenary
Bedgebury national pinetum has become a vital ark for rare evergreen trees, which are often unfairly maligned. With the exception of Christmas trees, conifers are not widely cherished. People tend ...The Guardian - 2d -
Danish foreign minister scolds Trump administration for its criticism of Denmark and Greenland
The Danish foreign minister has scolded the Trump administration for its “tone” in criticizing Denmark and Greenland, saying his country is already investing more into Arctic security and remains ...ABC News - 1d -
Venice says it will host Bezos wedding and denies reports of possible disruptions for the city
The city of Venice has confirmed it will host the wedding of multi-billionaire Jeff Bezos and fiancée Lauren Sanchez, denying reports the famous Italian city would be invaded by hundreds of ...ABC News - 1d -
The Observer view on JD Vance: spurned in Greenland and humiliated at home, the vice-president should resign
His foolish foreign trip and the response to the Signal chat leak reflect the irresponsibility of White House team. Not for the first time, JD Vance, America’s outspoken vice-president, has made a ...The Guardian - 1d -
Hegseth calls Japan indispensable in the face of Chinese aggression
U_S_ Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has called Japan an “indispensable partner” in deterring growing Chinese assertiveness in the region and announced upgrading the U_S_ military command in Japan ...ABC News - 1d -
Justin Welby says he forgives serial abuser John Smyth
Welby ‘profoundly ashamed’ of comments he made after resigning as archbishop of Canterbury over scandal. The former archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has said he forgives a serial abuser at the ...The Guardian - 22h -
Sexual assault allegations seem to be a badge of honor in Trump’s America. Was #MeToo an epic failure?
The push to end sexual violence has sparked a revenge campaign setting fire to women’s rights and pushing young men to the right. But organizers can learn from the movement’s losses. Dressed in his ...The Guardian - 23h -
Primoz Roglic wins Volta a Catalunya title as late charge denies Juan Ayuso
Roglic wins final stage in Barcelona for second title Local favourite Ayuso has to settle for runners-up slot Primoz Roglic made a late charge to take the lead from the local favourite Juan ...The Guardian - 19h -
Iran dissident still reeling from aftermath of foiled murder plot: ‘I’ve been living in a nightmare’
Masih Alinejad is a vocal critic of Tehran who recently was pursued by hitmen for her advocacy of Iranian women. Masih Alinejad has long held fast fighting for women’s rights in Iran despite ...The Guardian - 20h -
Calling all fashion models … now AI is coming for you
As fashion brands create AI ‘twins’ with models’ permission, some believe this is just another form of exploitation. The impact of AI has been felt across industries from Hollywood to publishing – ...The Guardian - 19h -
Rashford scores first goals for Villa in easy win in FA Cup quarterfinals
Marcus Rashford has scored his first goals for Aston Villa to help his new team beat second-tier Preston 3-0 and reach the FA Cup semifinals for the first time since 2015ABC News - 18h -
Goldberg dismisses Waltz’s Signal leak defense: ‘Numbers don’t just get sucked into other phones’
Atlantic editor says Trump adviser’s defense for accidentally adding him to war plans chat was implausible. Atlantic magazine editor Jeffrey Goldberg has dismissed the explanation offered by ...The Guardian - 16h -
Turkey’s cautionary tale: The fall of the courts is the fall of freedom
Turkey's descent into authoritarianism began with judicial independence being dismantled, and now Erdogan has arrested his most formidable political rival, leading to mass protests and a warning to ...The Hill - 15h -
‘Mission South Africa’: How Trump Is Offering White Afrikaners Refugee Status
The United States has banned most refugees, including 20,000 people who were already ready to travel to the United States before President Trump took office. But Mr. Trump is making one exception.The New York Times - 15h -
Trump says ‘there are methods’ for seeking third term in White House
In interview Trump said he wasn’t joking when he alluded to a purported loophole for a third term as president. Donald Trump has said there are “methods” – if not “plans” – to circumvent the ...The Guardian - 14h -
Trump’s U.S.A.I.D. Cuts Hobble Earthquake Response in Myanmar
While China, Russia and other nations have rushed emergency response teams to the devastated country, the U.S., once a leader in foreign aid, has been slow to act.The New York Times - 13h -
Sidney Crosby's OT power-play goal carries Pittsburgh past Ottawa 1-0
Sidney Crosby scored a power-play goal in overtime and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Ottawa Senators 1-0 on Sunday. Crosby has eight goals and 15 points during a 10-game point streak. Crosby ...Yahoo Sports - 10h -
TalkSPORT Advises Arsenal to Pursue PSG Standout to Replace Gabriel Martinelli
Arsenal will again fall short of winning the Premier League, as Liverpool has a 12-point gap with nine matchdays to go. As a result, the Gunners will look to see this summer what they can do to ...Yahoo Sports - 10h -
UND forward Dylan James to return for senior season
Mar. 30—GRAND FORKS — Dylan James has been one of UND's best defensive forwards since he stepped onto campus in the fall of 2022. The offense started popping this season — he scored 14 goals as a ...Yahoo Sports - 9h -
Former UND standout Treysen Eaglestaff commits to South Carolina
Mar. 30—GRAND FORKS — Former UND men's basketball star Treysen Eaglestaff has committed to South Carolina, his agent confirmed to On3 Sports on Sunday. Eaglestaff was drawing interest from some of ...Yahoo Sports - 9h -
Kerr to rejoin Australia's squad for the first time since her trial in Britain
Sam Kerr has expressed “sincere regret” in a meeting with Football Australia over her contentious recent court case in Britain, and will rejoin the Matildas squad this week as she continues her ...Yahoo Sports - 9h -
Maryland men’s basketball coach Kevin Willard leaving to take job at Villanova
BALTIMORE — Maryland men’s basketball coach Kevin Willard has left the program to become the next coach at Villanova, which announced the hire Sunday morning. In a statement published a few hours ...Yahoo Sports - 8h -
James Bond should not be a woman due to franchise’s ‘profound sexism’, says Helen Mirren
Actor says she is opposed to the possibility of a female 007 and that cinema should focus on telling stories of ‘extraordinary’ real female spies. Helen Mirren has said that James Bond should never ...The Guardian - 10h -
Ukraine war briefing: Trump sanctions threat on Russian oil buyers could hit China, India
Trump threatens Putin over ceasefire; Russia claims it has taken control of a Donetsk village. What we know on day 1,132. China and India could be affected if Donald Trump introduces tariffs of ...The Guardian - 5h -
Udinese striker Lorenzo Lucca on Manchester United’s radar, Napoli also vying for his signature
Manchester United’s primary priority in the summer will be to bring in a ruthless finisher with Rasmus Hojlund’s struggles laid bare this season.The Dane only has eight goals this season and only ...Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Ronald Araujo and Gerard Martin discuss Barcelona’s 4-1 win over Girona – ‘We have a strong mentality’
Barcelona’s commanding 4-1 win over Girona highlighted the impressive mentality that Hansi Flick’s squad has cultivated. Captain Ronald Araujo took a moment after the match to underline the team�...Yahoo Sports - 4h -
‘Stop that Estevao!’ – Chelsea player puts one of best defenders in Brazil on floor with skill
Chelsea’s new signing Estevao Willian has been spotted putting one of the best defenders in Brazil on the floor with some brilliant skill.The winger will arrive at Chelsea in the summer and is set ...Yahoo Sports - 4h
