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A recent photo of Sarah Dzafce, Miss Finland, sparked global outrage after she made a “slanted-eyes” gesture while eating Chinese food. The 22-year-old, who recently won the Miss Universe title, apologized for her actions, claiming a friend had added the offending caption to her social media post. However, Finnish MPs have come to her defense, … Read more
The idea that most Americans live in poverty if they earn $140,000 has sparked concern among experts. However, the claim lacks concrete evidence and oversimplifies the issue. According to the Census Bureau, a family of four needs to earn at least $32,130 to avoid poverty. But some argue that this number is too low and … Read more
Warner Bros. Discovery’s board of directors has unanimously rejected Paramount Skydance’s all-cash bid to acquire the company, valued at around $108 billion. The rejection comes after the WBD board accused Paramount Skydance of consistently misleading shareholders about the financing behind its takeover bid, calling it inferior to Warner Bros.’ planned merger with Netflix. According to … Read more
Microsoft is warning businesses about a known issue with Message Queuing (MSMQ) that’s causing enterprise apps and Internet Information Services (IIS) sites to fail. The problem primarily affects users with Windows 10 22H2, Windows Server 2019, and Windows Server 2016 devices that have installed specific security updates. The issue is caused by changes to the … Read more
I still use Google Messages as my primary text messaging app on my Android phone, and I’ve never regretted it until recently. However, a feature that once impressed me has now become a point of frustration – the auto-delete OTP in Google Messages. This feature was initially a genius capability that I praised when it … Read more
The UK’s reliance on AI chatbots for mental health support is a growing concern. Rising NHS waiting lists and one in five young people living with a mental health condition have led many teenagers to turn to these tools, including ChatGPT. While AI offers benefits, it can’t replace the human element in mental care. Dr … Read more
Warner Bros. Discovery has rejected Paramount’s $30 per share hostile takeover bid, calling it an “illusory” offer and citing concerns about the financing arrangement backed by Saudi royal families. The company claims that the current plan to sell most of its media assets to Netflix is a better deal for shareholders. The decision comes after … Read more
A recent report by Aura has found alarming evidence of violent roleplays among kids using AI companion apps. The study analyzed data from 3,000 children aged five to 17 and discovered that 42% turned to AI for companionship, with 37% engaging in conversations about violence, including themes of sexual violence. These interactions showed a significant … Read more
Maryland Democrats have overridden Governor Wes Moore’s veto on a reparations study, securing a top priority for the state’s Legislative Black Caucus. The vote comes after lawmakers deliberated their positions on examining and repairing the generational harm caused by the country’s history of slavery and state-sanctioned discrimination. The Democratic majority nullified Moore’s veto, with lawmakers … Read more