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Thousands of authors urge AI companies to stop using work without permission
Thousands of authors are demanding AI companies like OpenAI and Meta to cease using their work without permission or payment. The problem explained: Text-based generative AI applications such as GPT-4 and Bard are reported to scrape the Web for authors’ content, without permission or compensation, to produce new content in response to users’ prompts. * […]
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Explosions disrupt traffic on a key bridge from Crimea to Russia’s mainland
Explosions disrupted traffic early Monday on the Kerch Bridge, which links the Russian mainland to annexed Crimea, reportedly causing at least two deaths and one injury. Attack Details: Russian media reported two explosions on the bridge, which authorities labeled a “terrorist attack” allegedly conducted by Ukrainian special forces using sea drones. * A section of […]
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Tour de France teams ask fans to behave better after a mass pileup in latest stage
Tour de France leader Jonas Vingegaard and several teams appeal to fans for better behavior after a mass crash during the 15th stage of the race. The incident: The 15th stage of Tour de France was marred by a mass crash involving about two dozen riders. * The crash was reportedly caused by a spectator […]
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Flash floods kill at least 4 people in Pennsylvania as storms sweep the Northeast
Destructive flash floods in Pennsylvania have resulted in the deaths of at least four people, as storms sweep across the North-eastern US. Event overview: Heavy rainfall on Saturday evening caused flash flooding in Pennsylvania. * This led to the deaths of four people in Upper Makefield Township, located along the Delaware River. * Three people—an […]
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Jane Birkin, British actress, singer and French icon, dies at 76
British actress, pop singer, and French icon Jane Birkin passed away at age 76. Biographical snapshot: Birkin, known for epitomizing the effortless French-chic style, was an international star based in France. She was born in London and adopted France as her home country. * Her fame grew through a musical and romantic partnership with French […]
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Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic to win Wimbledon, his second major trophy
Carlos Alcaraz, a 20-year-old from Spain, triumphed over Novak Djokovic to win Wimbledon, netting his second major trophy. Big game overview: Alcaraz defeated Djokovic, halting his 34-match winning streak at Wimbledon. * Alcaraz achieved a win despite starting poorly, with a final score of 1-6, 7-6 (6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4. * Djokovic, who was aiming […]
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A deal that lets Ukraine export grain during its war with Russia is about to expire
The U.N.-backed deal that has enabled Ukraine to export grain during its war with Russia is due to expire, with an unclear future. The initiative in context: The “Black Sea Grain Initiative” has facilitated the international shipment of corn, wheat, barley, and other food products from three designated Ukrainian ports since July last year. * […]
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Iran’s morality police return in a new campaign to impose Islamic dress on women
Iranian authorities have announced a new campaign enforcing Islamic dress codes for women, with morality police patrolling again after a 10-month hiatus. Public uproar: Nationwide protests erupted after 22-year-old Mahsa Amini died in custody of the morality police last year. * These protests calling for the overthrow of Iran’s theocratic government largely declined after a […]
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Lionel Messi makes it official and signs with Inter Miami
Soccer superstar Lionel Messi has officially signed with Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami, a deal that could advance the team significantly. Breaking news: Messi’s contract with Inter Miami became official on Saturday, weeks after he declared that he would be joining the team. * Messi’s first match for Inter Miami could be as soon as […]
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9 bodies are pulled from a flooded tunnel in South Korea as rains cause flash floods
Rescuers in South Korea have extracted nine bodies from a flooded tunnel, and the heavy rains responsible have caused flash floods and landslides across the country, claiming 37 lives since July 9. The event: The bodies were found in a tunnel within the city of Cheongju, where around 15 vehicles were trapped due to flash […]