5 Takeaways From the Haley-DeSantis Debate and Trump's Town Hall
Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis traded attacks in the Republican primary debate, while Donald Trump basked in his frontrunner status on a different TV network.
The debate showcased the race for second place, with Haley and DeSantis focused on attacking each other rather than presenting a cohesive vision or targeting Trump. [ more ]
Just how open are the leading open source AI platforms?
The debate around truly open source AI platforms persists as big tech companies like Meta release models with restrictions, causing contention in the industry. [ more ]
Here are four key takeaways from Monday night's California Senate candidate debate
Garvey focused on criticizing political insiders, blaming them for issues like homelessness and crime. He also criticized President Biden's handling of the border crisis.
Garvey advocated for cutting regulations to allow more housing development and criticized the government's ineffective spending on the homelessness crisis. [ more ]
Fact check: Here's what was true, false and almost true at the California Senate debate
The debate for the California U.S. Senate seat became heated when three House Democrats targeted Republican Steve Garvey.
There are two elections for the seat: a special election to fulfill the remainder of Sen. Dianne Feinstein's term and a full six-year term election. [ more ]
Wizards of the Coast Denies "Magic: The Gathering" Art Was AI-Generated, Then Admits It Was
Wizards of the Coast initially denied using AI in a recent promo image but later admitted to using generative AI.
The controversy highlights the debate around the use of generative AI tools in creative fields, raising concerns about the impact on artists' livelihoods. [ more ]
Technological advancements have led to greater wealth inequality, making it unlikely that AI will lead to a more equitable distribution of wealth and resources.
The debate around AI is disproportionately influenced by the super-rich, limiting other perspectives from being heard. [ more ]
Opinion | Before the DeSantis-Newsom Debate, Let's Look at Their Economic Records
The debate between Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida and Gov. Gavin Newsom of California will feature two highly opinionated, philosophically different governors who are diametrically opposed.
California has the edge in median incomes, research universities, and tech, while Florida has cheaper housing, lower taxes, lower unemployment, a growing population, and less violent crime.
California is more unequal than Florida, with higher median household incomes but also a higher poverty rate. [ more ]
Lara Trump Imagines Fist-Fight Between Trump and Joe Biden: This Guy Already Knows What Would Happen'
Lara Trump imagines a hypothetical fist-fight between Donald Trump and Joe Biden, highlighting the contrast between their physical abilities and willingness to debate. [ more ]
Biden's Howard Stern Interview Is Exactly What the Campaign Should Have Been Doing All Along
Biden expressed willingness to debate Trump, criticized media for not being tough enough, and faced backlash from conservative critics for his stories. [ more ]
The Great Debate: Could We Ever Travel through Time?
Time travel is a perennial topic of science fiction, with the debate on its plausibility being an intriguing one.
Einstein's special theory of relativity suggests that time flow is relative to speed, opening the possibility for extreme versions of time travel within plausible physics. [ more ]
Student's Killing Pushes Italy to Confront Violence Against Women
Debate in Italian Senate over new law on protections for women centered around Giulia Cecchettin, a 22-year-old student whose violent death has sparked national attention.
The case highlights the pervasive issue of violence against women in Italy, where chauvinistic attitudes persist at all levels of society.
Italy's Interior Ministry has recorded over 100 cases of women killed this year by intimate partners, making the issue a pressing concern. [ more ]
A big gamble': Rishi Sunak's Rwanda plan faces crunch week in Commons
Conservative whips warned party moderates that if the Rwanda bill failed, it could be the end of Rishi Sunak's premiership.
The prime minister faces rebellions from both right-wing and centrist members of his party over the bill's provisions on deportation and legal appeals. [ more ]
A growing chorus of politicians in Germany are considering whether to ban the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
The debate is colored by Germany's Nazi past, with some viewing a ban as an imperative rooted in historical experience while others fear it could backfire. [ more ]
A growing chorus of politicians in Germany are considering whether to ban the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
The debate is colored by Germany's Nazi past, with some viewing a ban as an imperative rooted in historical experience while others fear it could backfire. [ more ]
A growing chorus of politicians in Germany are considering whether to ban the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
The debate is colored by Germany's Nazi past, with some viewing a ban as an imperative rooted in historical experience while others fear it could backfire. [ more ]
The GOP debate field was asked about Trump. But most of the stage's attacks focused on Nikki Haley.
Republican presidential candidates mostly targeted each other instead of criticizing former President Trump, showing his continued influence within the party.
Nikki Haley is seen as a threat by other candidates, who perceive her as a challenge to directly taking on Trump. [ more ]
What the Heck?' CNN's Debate Plans Leave New Hampshire Officials Confused.
CNN announced a debate for the 2024 presidential campaign at Saint Anselm College in New Hampshire, but the college was not aware of the event.
There is a competing debate scheduled by ABC News at Saint Anselm College three days earlier, which has the approval of the college and state officials. [ more ]
Gavin Newsom Wants Fox News Viewers to Hear Him Out
Gavin Newsom has been preparing for his debate with Ron DeSantis through interviews with Sean Hannity on Fox News.
The debate between Newsom and DeSantis will provide contrasting views of America's future in polarized times.
The stakes are high for both leaders, as DeSantis' presidential candidacy has faded and Newsom has positioned himself for a potential White House run. [ more ]
California versus Florida: A look at the states before Gov. Newsom debates Gov. DeSantis
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and California Gov. Gavin Newsom will have a televised debate moderated by Sean Hannity on Nov. 30.
Negotiations for the debate stalled for weeks over proposed rules, with Newsom's side emphasizing no cheering, hype videos, or crutches requested by DeSantis. [ more ]