New Yorkers are divided over whether 34-year-old state assemblyman Zohran Mamdani has the experience to lead the nation’s largest city. Despite his young age, Mamdani has gained a strong following with his ambitious, progressive agenda and diverse base of support. Many voters have reservations about his ability to handle the challenges of being mayor, citing … Read more
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NotebookLM is often misunderstood as a note-taking tool, but its true purpose goes beyond just jotting down notes. At its core, it’s a research assistant that helps you understand and build on existing information. Unlike traditional note-taking apps, which have dedicated spaces for capturing thoughts and organizing ideas, NotebookLM waits for you to bring in … Read more
Baltimore County no longer qualifies as a “sanctuary jurisdiction” due to an agreement between local and federal authorities on immigration enforcement, according to officials. A memorandum of understanding allows Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to take custody of inmates deemed removable under federal law. The county was once included on the US Justice Department’s list … Read more
File Converter has revolutionized my file handling on Windows 11. This free and open-source tool can handle nearly any file type, including audio, images, videos, documents, and more. What sets it apart is its vast format support, which goes beyond the usual suspects like mp3, jpg, and docx. It also offers features like compression, resizing, … Read more
Authorities in China and the UK are working together to return $6.7 billion worth of stolen Bitcoins to their victims, but a dispute over compensation has emerged. Zhimin Qian, also known as Yadi Zhang, was convicted of running a fake investment scheme that duped 128,000 investors between 2014-2017. She stole more than 61,000 Bitcoins and … Read more
IonQ, a leader in quantum computing, has seen significant growth since its initial analysis. The company has raised $1 billion from Susquehanna, increasing its cash reserves to $1.68 billion and solidifying its debt-free status. With projected revenue of $26.99 million for Q3 2025 and a full-year guidance of $82-$100 million, IonQ is making progress toward … Read more
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An OpenAI chatbot has sparked concerns over its handling of sensitive topics like suicidal ideation. The company claims its updated model reduces non-compliant responses about self-harm and suicide by 65%. However, experts say the updates don’t go far enough to ensure user safety. Recently tested with several prompts indicating suicidal ideation, the ChatGPT GPT-5 model … Read more
Jazz Hampton, a newcomer to politics, has deep roots in Minnesota. Born and raised in Richfield and southwest Minneapolis, he grew up working at his mother’s restaurant, King Oscar’s. Before becoming a corporate lawyer, Hampton was inspired to create a live video app, TurnSignl, after Philando Castile’s death during a traffic stop in 2016. As … Read more