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Social Media Explorer
9 months ago
Online marketing

Artificial Intelligence Will Dramatically Impact Facebook And Instagram. Here's How - Social Media Explorer

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getty Artificial intelligence has invaded every area of life.AI is a great tool for those who are looking for a job.It can prepare you to succeed in an interview.Siri, an AI bot in cars that uses voice recognition to give directions and send texts has made this process much easier.
FanSided
9 months ago
National Football League

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver makes same mistake twice, arrested in south Florida

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Antonio Callaway was arrested for driving on a suspended license.University of Florida's own Antonio Callaway was arrested in the sunshine state on Saturday due to an outstanding warrant for driving with a suspended license.If that sounds familiar, it's because Callaway was arrested for the same offense and then some back in 2018.
www.fastcompany.com
1 year ago
Career

How to handle tricky tactics during a job offer negotiation

At their core, job offers are negotiations.This is especially true if you are highly qualified in a sought-after position.But what if the hiring manager's negotiation skills are better than yours?Or what if they are trying to use psychology to rush you to a decision?You have to understand the dark side of negotiation to be able to combat it, says Rene Rodriguez, author of Amplify Your Influence.
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
Los Angeles Rams

Alex Grinch says USC can't rush defensive overhaul. 'You can't microwave it'

(Wally Skalij / Los Angeles Times)

When Alex Grinch sat down to process the disastrous end to his debut season as USC's defensive coordinator, he started with the worst of the worst.The explosive plays.The missed tackles.The mental breakdowns.Considering the nearly 2,000 combined yards his defense surrendered over its final four games, there was plenty to sift through in November and December alone.
Speckyboy Design Magazine
1 year ago
Graphic design

How to Plan a Redesign of a WordPress Multisite Network

There's a lot to love about WordPress multisite.It allows for hosting multiple websites on a single installation of the content management system (CMS).And it offers a great way to share themes, plugins, and even content among a related group of sites.For example, multisite is often used by larger organizations like universities, governments, and retail franchises.
BBC News
1 year ago
UK politics

What weapons are being given to Ukraine by the UK?

Ms Truss will make the pledge on her first foreign trip as prime minister, to the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
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Portland Mercury
9 months ago
Portland

Four-Month Pause on MAX Red Line Service to PDX Starts This Weekend

The longest service interruption in TriMet's history is set to start Sunday, June 18.The public transit agency will halt MAX Red Line service between the Gateway Transit Center and Portland International Airport (PDX) for 126 days.The closure will leave PDX and three other Red Line stops-Mt.Hood, Cascades, and the Parkrose/Sumner Transit Center-without light rail service as TriMet works to complete renovations for its "A Better Red" project.
Medium
1 year ago
Data science

The Use of AI for Ambulance Calls Cause Concern for Paramedics

With the launch of AI assisting emergency responders with dispatched calls, the head of the association representing paramedics is concerned about possible technical issues.In a report by the CBC, Ambulance New Brunswick rolled out a new AI-powered dispatch system, moving its older radio-based system as a backup.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Which services are affected by Wednesday's transport strikes in the UK?

More rail and road disruptions await commuters returning to work after the festive season in Britain as thousands of workers at Network Rail and train operators walk out on the second day of the strike.Bus drivers joined rail workers in the industrial action on Wednesday.Around half of Britain's railway lines are closed and only a fifth of services are running, with people being advised to travel only if absolutely necessary.
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www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

STI cases reach record highs

Cases of gonorrhoea in England have reached record highs, new figures show.Meanwhile, the number of syphilis cases diagnosed in England has reached the highest level since just after the Second World War.Infectious syphilis diagnoses increased to 8,692 in 2022, the largest annual number since 1948, new figures from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) show.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

ScotRail warns of travel disruption due to strikes

Train passengers have been warned to expect significant disruption this week as rail workers take further strike action in a dispute over pay, jobs and conditions.The RMT union has announced its members at Network Rail will take strike action on January 3, 4, 6 and 7.The dispute does not involve ScotRail staff but will have a major impact on the train operator's ability to provide services as many of the Network Rail workers walking out occupy safety-critical roles.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Sturgeon urges Harper to intervene in rail dispute as more strikes loom

Scotland's First Minister and the STUC are urging the UK Transport Secretary to intervene immediately to help end the dispute which has been severely disrupting rail travel.Nicola Sturgeon said Mark Harper must work with the trade unions to secure a railway that benefits users, staff and the wider public.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

ScotRail passengers warned of disruption in fresh wave of strikes

ScotRail customers have been warned to expect significant disruption during the latest wave of train strikes.Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union who are Network Rail employees will walk out on Saturday November 5, Monday November 7 and Wednesday November 9 in an increasingly bitter dispute over pay and working conditions.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Union ballots sixth form teachers on strike action over pay award

Sixth form teachers in England are being balloted on strike action after they backed pay rising to exceed the cost of living.
Poynter
10 months ago
Media industry

A CNN star speaks out about Trump town hall and other media news and links - Poynter

A major CNN personality has spoken publicly about the network hosting former President Donald Trump in a town hall last week.While accepting the Columbia Journalism Award and delivering the school's commencement address Wednesday night, CNN chief international anchor Christiane Amanpour said she met with CNN boss Chris Licht to voice her displeasure over the town hall.
Futurism
10 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Trump Shares AI Voice-Cloned Fake Video of Anderson Cooper

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Former President Donald Trump is once again making it quite clear that in the run-up to the 2024 election, he won't be shying away from synthetic content.In the wake of his controversial CNN town hall appearance last Wednesday night, Trump took to his social media platform Truth Social on Friday morning to share yet another piece of AI-generated material: a foul-mouthed, voice-cloned video featuring longtime CNN anchor Anderson Cooper explaining that Trump, in no uncertain terms, had succeeded in his town hall appearance.
Silver Screen and Roll
1 year ago
LA Lakers

After the Rui Hachimura trade, the Lakers need to either trade Russell Westbrook... or re-sign him

After a fourth-quarter rally lifted the Lakers past the Pacers on Thursday night for a much-needed victory, Darvin Ham was once again questioned about his decision to close the game with Russell Westbrook on the floor despite a 2-16 shooting night that included four turnovers (and 10 assists).Ham, as he's shown he will do in these situations, supported his player (who, simply by the nature of the question was coming under a bit of fire), and explained how Russ offered value defensively and that, along with the rest of his teammates, was locked in with the type of focus and determination the team needed down the stretch to pull out a critical win.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Egg prices haven't come down with inflation. Here's why.

As some inflation-hiked food costs and supply chain woes have started to fall, eggs are one corner of the supermarket where prices have remained stubbornly high.Egg prices hit historic peaks ahead of the December holidays, when egg demand is at its highest.But even slight decreases in recent weeks mean shoppers in the United States started the new year facing far higher than average costs.
Medium
1 year ago
Data science

Is Data Processing Capacity Important When Choosing Data Visualization Tools for Your Business?

Data processing capacity can have a major impact on the performance of any data visualization tool.Finding the right data visualization tool is about balancing your business's on-premises computing resources and your data processing needs.What determines data processing capacity and how can businesses balance computing power and data visualization tools?
Truthout
1 year ago
Left-wing politics

In Every State With Abortion on the Ballot, Voters Defended Reproductive Rights

Abortion rights were explicitly on the ballot in multiple states in the 2022 midterms, and voters' message on the subject was resounding: In red states, blue states and swing states, every proposal that aimed to restrict abortion rights has been rejected, and every measure to support abortion rights has passed.
ProFootballTalk
1 year ago
Dallas Cowboys

Odell Beckham Jr. targets mid-November return - ProFootballTalk

For the second straight year, receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will have a chance to pick a potentially winning horse roughly halfway through the race.
Hubspot
10 months ago
Online marketing

How the Writer's Strike Could Impact Marketing and Advertising

Welcome to HubSpot Marketing News!Tap in for campaign deep dives, the latest marketing industry news, and tried-and-true insights from HubSpot's media team.Hollywood screenwriters are now two weeks into their strike against major networks and streaming companies.The strike, which is expected to last well into summer, began on May 2 after six weeks of failed negotiations between the Writers Guild of America (WGA) which represents over 11,000 working screenwriters, and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) which negotiates on behalf of major entertainment companies including Disney, Paramount, and Amazon.
www.standard.co.uk
10 months ago
London

100,000 homeowners facing mortgage blow in London

L ondon homeowners face a 700 million mortgage bombshell this year as thousands of borrowers on cheap fixed deals are forced to refinance them at far higher rates.More than 100,000 fixed-rate loans secured on homes in the capital are due to expire between now and the end of the year, mostly five and two-year deals taken out in 2018 and 2021 respectively when mortgage rates were at all-time lows of around the two per cent mark.
www.standard.co.uk
1 year ago
London

Police probe after four American Bulldogs found dead in plastic bags in Thamesmead Lake

P olice are hunting the owner of four American Bulldogs which were found dead in body bags dumped in a south London beauty spot.
Puck Prose
10 months ago
National Hockey League

The 2023 NHL Draft Lottery will drastically impact the future of the league

The 2023 NHL Draft Lottery will take place on Monday night.This event is going to have a major impact over the future of the NHL.The 2023 NHL Draft has a lot of great talent for teams to consider adding to their franchise, but the number one overall pick is different than any other this summer, as Connor Bedard is expected to be drafted in this spot.
Puck Prose
1 year ago
National Hockey League

The Arizona Coyotes had a very good World Juniors showing

The 2022-23 World Junior Championships have come to an end.It was an incredible tournament for everyone to watch as some of the best prospects in the world came together and represent their countries.Few NHL teams had as much fun watching as the Arizona Coyotes.Team Canada took the Gold Medal over the Team Czechia squad that ended up with the Silver.
Pinstripe Alley
10 months ago
New York Yankees

Yankees 7, Rays 8: Six-run lead vanishes, division deficit reaches 10

Another stinker.Let's get through it.The Yankees got out ahead early, with multiple guys contributing to the 6-0 lead.Gerrit Cole wore down, the club blew a golden chance to score in extra innings, and the Rays didn't waste their chance.All three games this weekend were games of inches, but the Yankees just couldn't pull enough of those inches together.
Los Angeles Times
10 months ago
LA food

Wild or farmed? Pacific or Atlantic? Here's what to know about bluefin tuna

(Brandon Ly / Los Angeles Times)

Although bluefin tuna is commonly found at sushi restaurants throughout Los Angeles, many diners might not be aware of what it means to eat a particular species or how it's sourced.The more you know about bluefin tuna, the better equipped you are to make decisions about whether to consume it.
Battery Power
10 months ago
Atlanta Braves

Braves-Mets rained out Sunday, doubleheader scheduled for Monday

Sunday's game between the Atlanta Braves and the New York Mets has been postponed again due to rain.It will be made up as part of a straight doubleheader on Monday starting at 1:10 p.m. ET.Today's game against Atlanta has been postponed due to rain.It will be made up as part of a single admission doubleheader tomorrow, Monday, May 1 beginning at 1:10 p.m. https://t.co/I7Pf8Q8cyf-
Battery Power
1 year ago
Atlanta Braves

Braves News: Pitchers and catchers report, Bally Sports nears bankruptcy, more

Wednesday was the widely celebrated baseball season milestone of pitchers and catchers reporting, which signifies the beginning of spring training.With that being said, this was overshadowed by the news of the day, which was that Diamond Sports missed it's debt payment, entering a 30-day grace period, after which the league can void it's broadcasting deals with the company.
Stanley Cup of Chowder
11 months ago
Boston Bruins

Affiliate Report: Providence begins Calder Cup quest, Maine on the brink

With the regular season done and dusted, the Boston Bruins ' minor league affiliates are both still in contention for a title.The Providence Bruins, fresh off an Atlantic Division title, finally begin its postseason campaign on Friday against the Hartford Wolfpack.Up in Maine, the Mariners situation is a bit more dire.
Boston.com
1 year ago
Boston Bruins

Bruins' Brad Marchand on recovery from hip surgery: 'I thought I'd feel better now than I do'

Bruins "I still have little ways to go before the playoffs."It's been over nine months since Brad Marchand went under the knife for major surgery on both of his hips.Five months later, he was back on the ice for the Boston Bruins.It was an impressive turnaround for the 34-year-old winger, who has gone out and posted 54 points (19 goals, 35 assists) in 54 games this season.
www.nytimes.com
11 months ago
NYC music

Stolen or Original? Hear Songs From 7 Landmark Copyright Cases.

Ed Sheeran is on trial, accused of borrowing from Marvin Gaye.Listen to the tracks at stake in lawsuits involving George Harrison, 2 Live Crew, Led Zeppelin and Katy Perry that may shape his case.Image The family of the soul star Marvin Gaye (left) sued Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams (right) over their song Blurred Lines.
www.amny.com
1 year ago
New York Knicks

Knicks' NBA Draft plans could be impacted by Mavericks' tailspin | amNewYork

The New York Knicks entered this season all set up for success in the upcoming NBA Drafts.They have 10 first-round draft picks from 2023 to 2029 and six potential first-round picks in just the next three drafts.That's an impressive collection of picks that give the Knicks the flexibility to consolidate picks to move up and draft elite talent or package picks for star-caliber NBA players.
KQED
1 year ago
California

Tornado Touches Down In LA County, Damages Several Buildings | KQED

It was a rare sight in the LA County city of Montebello on Wednesday after a tornado ripped through the city, damaging 11 buildings.One person was injured.Latest Storms Continue To Hit Farming Communities Hard In The State
As the latest atmospheric river ravaged the state this week, some communities are left with more mess to clean up.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 year ago
Design

Meet Block, the "world's first" flush toilet built from wood chips - Yanko Design

Finland-based design company Woodio designed a toilet built entirely from wood composite.The wood composite was used to create everything from the seat to the toilet.Wood composite is supposed to be a pretty sustainable material since it produces 99% fewer emissions in its production than ceramics.The toiled is called 'Block', and was built using a material that Woodio founder Petro Lahtinen developed himself.
Streetsblog USA
1 year ago
San Francisco

Study: Why Repealing Helmet Laws Doesn't Necessarily Decrease Helmet Use

One Washington county's decision to stop requiring cyclists to wear helmets by law was associated with an increase in helmet use, a new study finds - and that finding could have a major impact for advocates of equitable cycling legislation nationwide.Improving safety for cyclists on the road should be a no-brainer.
Creative Bloq
1 year ago
Graphic design

Is the minimalist logo trend destroying brands?

Anyone keeping an eye on logo design over the past few years may have noticed a certain trend.Logos have been getting simpler, flatter and more minimalist.For many, this makes sense.A simple logo is easy to recall and it has the flexibility to work in small digital uses such as in favicons and app icons.
Independent
1 year ago
Graphic design

Andy Warhol works to feature in Ireland's largest exhibition of pop art

Works by Andy Warhol are to be shown in Dublin as part of Ireland's largest display of pop art.
he Pop Art Pioneers exhibition at Gormleys will showcase 2 million euro worth of works by Warhol and fellow US artists Roy Lichtenstein, Keith Haring and Robert Indiana.It will feature Warhol's silkscreen portraits, Lichtenstein's The Den, Haring's graphic designs and Indiana's LOVE artworks.
NESN.com
1 year ago
Boston Red Sox

Red Sox, Orioles Will Need To Rely On Young Stars To Compete In AL East

Devers has the ability to prove he can the be the centerpiece for Boston

We wrap up our American League East preview with the teams with the longest division odds: the Boston Red Sox and Baltimore Orioles.I said it before Boston had the highest win percentage in spring training and I'm saying it even more confidently now: Don?t sleep on the Red Sox.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
OMG science

How to see without eyes or a protein that senses light

Light-sensing proteins are found throughout all domains of life.Even single-celled microbes carry proteins that respond to light.And animals have light-sensitive organs in a huge range of shapes and architectures.All of these seem to operate along the same principles: Photons are absorbed by a protein that responds by allowing ions to flow across a membrane.
Pats Pulpit
1 year ago
New England Patriots

New England Patriots links 2/14/23 - Follow the leader? Pats have their own blueprint for success

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Karen Guregian tells us what the Pats can learn from the Chiefs, Super Bowl LVII. 1. Offensive improvement a must.Khari Thompson suggests the Patriots should copy the Eagles' blueprint for success in 2023./So they can lose in the Super Bowl?I think not.Ian Logue (PatsFans) Five Patriots post-Super Bowl thoughts.
Pats Pulpit
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Pats Pulpit Picks: Who will be the big winners of Week 14?

The Week 14 Sunday slate features 11 matchups with seven coming at 1 p.m. ET, three in the 4 p.m. ET window, and a primetime game at 8:20 p.m. ET.The Minnesota Vikings (+2) will be traveling to the Detroit Lions (-2) with kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. ET.The Vikings have been impressive all season and come in at 10-2 but are underdogs to the 5-7 Lions.
Pats Pulpit
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Wind could impact Patriots-Bills game on Thursday

Remember when the New England Patriots and Buffalo Bills met in Week 13 last year and weather conditions had a major impact on their prime time meeting?Well, it looks like this season's Week 13 matchup between the two AFC East rivals could be similar.While the forecast for the Thursday night meeting between the 6-5 Patriots and 8-3 Bills does not project the same wind gusts the two teams experienced last December, wind could yet again play a role in the contest.
Boston.com
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Devin McCourty said why the Patriots were 'locked in' during shutout win over Lions

The Patriots' defense made several big stops throughout Sunday's win.
The Patriots were "locked in" on Sunday, according to safety Devin McCourty - and it sure looked like it.
Boston.com
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Patriots lose to Packers on last-minute field goal in Bailey Zappe's debut

The Patriots took the Packers to overtime, but Aaron Rodgers orchestrated a game-winning drive.
Boston.com
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Here's the latest update on Jakobi Meyers ahead of Patriots' matchup vs. Ravens

Meyers's status "will be determined later this week."
The Red Sox lost to the Reds 5-1 on Wednesday.Boston begins a four-game series in New York against the Yankees this evening at 7:15 p.m.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Europe news

Follow the 600-mile front line between Ukrainian and Russian forces

Year of war

Warning: This graphic requires JavaScript.Please enable JavaScript for the best experience.Over the last year, the war in Ukraine has morphed from a multi-front invasion that included Kyiv in the north to a conflict of attrition largely concentrated along a 600-mile stretch in the east and south.
the Guardian
1 year ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war live news: at least 17 killed in attack on housing in Zaporizhzhia

Shelling in the south-eastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia has killed at least 17 people, city official Anatoliy Kurtev has said.
MLB Trade Rumors
1 year ago
Major League Baseball

MLBPA Head Tony Clark On League Economics, TV Deals, Minor League CBA

The newly-formed economic reform committee comprised of five team owners drew some criticism from MLB Players Association executive director Tony Clark, who told The Athletic's Evan Drellich that " the underlying theme " of the committee is reducing and controlling player payroll rather than any significant reshaping of the league's business.
Austin Monitor
1 year ago
Austin

Dripping Springs neighbors object to plans for outdoor music venue - Austin Monitor

Monday, February 27, 2023 by Chad Swiatecki
Residents of rural Hays County are pushing hard against a planned 5,000-seat outdoor music venue that will sit along a two-lane road and potentially impact water flowing into the Edwards Aquifer.Plans for the venue emerged last year from California-based Lexor Investments, which is seeking to build the concert venue on 32 acres at 14820 Fitzhugh Road.
Austin Monitor
1 year ago
Austin

Pedestrians accounting for a higher proportion of Austin traffic fatalities - Austin Monitor

Tuesday, December 6, 2022 by Nina Hernandez
Despite city efforts to implement its Vision Zero strategy and end traffic fatalities in Austin, crash deaths and injuries are on the rise.Pedestrians in particular are accounting for a higher percentage of fatalities.So, what can the city do to start making an impact?
Bavarian Football Works
1 year ago
Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich's Thomas Muller laments missed chances, but loves end result in victory over Union Berlin

Bayern Munich 's Thomas Müller had himself a day during his team's 3-0 victory over Union Berlin in the Bundesliga."We were really lively - for example, the way we managed to break free in attack.We need to be active like that," Müller said after the game ( via FCBayern.com)."We were always on the move and aggressive in the tackle.
BBC News
1 year ago
UK politics

NI Protocol: Questions to ask about a possible new deal

The UK and EU are on the brink of an agreement which would reform the Northern Ireland Protocol.The protocol is the part of the Brexit deal which sets Northern Ireland's trade rules.It keeps Northern Ireland inside the EU's single market for goods.That keeps the Irish land border open but means products arriving into NI from the rest of the UK are subject to checks and controls.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Manchester City

I am ashamed': Guardiola apologises to Gerrard for raising Anfield slip

Pep Guardiola has apologised to Steven Gerrard for his shame at citing the slip that had a major impact on Manchester City's 2013-14 title triumph.The manager referred to the incident last week when offering reasons not to strip titles from City should the club be found guilty of any of the Premier League charges.
Digiday
1 year ago
Artificial intelligence

Digiday+ Research: When it comes to emerging tech, agencies and publishers only have eyes for AI

* By Julia Tabisz



Agencies and publishers have always had to be on the lookout for the next big thing when it comes to emerging technology.This year, it turns out, that means bracing for the impact of artificial intelligence.This is according to a Digiday+ Research survey of nearly 200 agency and publisher professionals that found that AI is expected to have a major impact on both the buy side and the sell side in the coming years.
www.france24.com
1 year ago
France news

France, UK working on new deal to combat illegal migration ahead of summit

French President Emmanuel Macron meets with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on the sidelines of the COP27 climate summit in Egypt's Red Sea resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh on November 7, 2022.Ludovic Marin, AFP France and Britain are working on a new deal to thwart migrants crossing the Channel, which could be agreed at a summit between leaders Emmanuel Macron and Rishi Sunak later this week, a French official said Wednesday.
Futurism
1 year ago
Education

89 Percent of College Students Admit to Using ChatGPT for Homework, Study Claims

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Educators are battling a new reality: easily accessible AI that allows students to take immense shortcuts in their education - and as it turns out, many appear to already be cheating with abandon.Online course provider Study.comasked 1,000 students over the age of 18 about the use of ChatGPT, OpenAI's blockbuster chatbot, in the classroom.
Chicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

Gina Caneva: I am a skilled professional thanks to the teachers at UIC. They deserve proper compensation.

On Tuesday, faculty at the University of Illinois at Chicago went on strike, stopping classes across campus.The faculty's union is fighting for higher compensation, improved mental health services, job security for nontenured track faculty and faculty discipline practices.I got my bachelor's and master's degrees from UIC and am currently a doctoral student.
Yahoo
1 year ago
Chicago White Sox

White Sox' Eloy Jimenez has 'surprise' for Spring Training

Eloy Jiménez has 'surprise' for Spring Training originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago Things will be different for Eloy Jiménez this season.With Andrew Benintendi taking over as the White Sox primary left fielder, Jiménez is preparing for a position change to right field.With any luck 2023 will be the year Jiménez surpasses 100 games played for the first time since his rookie season, too.
South Side Sox
1 year ago
Chicago White Sox

Today in White Sox History: January 2

1946
The White Sox buy pitcher Alex Carrasquel and shortstop Fred Vaughn from Washington.While Carrasquel would throw just three career games for the South Siders, his nephew Chico Carrasquel would make a major impact with the club.Interestingly, after acquiring Chico in 1949, the White Sox dealt away Uncle Alex for relief pitcher Luis Aloma - who would also act as Chico's English interpreter.
www.cnn.com
1 year ago
Health

A sound you can't hear but may one day change your life

Undergoing clinical trials around the world is a brain surgery that doesn't need an incision or produce any blood yet drastically improves the lives of people with essential tremor, depression and more.The procedure, known as a focused ultrasound, aims sound waves at parts of the brain to disrupt faulty brain circuits causing symptoms.
Battery Power
1 year ago
Atlanta Braves

Braves News: Potential trades, Cy Young results, more

The Mariners decided they needed another outfielder, as they are likely to trade away Jesse Winker, so they traded a good reliever with a few years of team control and a prospect for one year of Teoscar Hernandez from the Blue Jays.Meanwhile, the end-of-season awards process continues to discredit itself.
www.thisislocallondon.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

How has COVID-19 affected UK businesses?

How has COVID-19 affected UK businesses?(Image: Natheshaini Jeyamayooran) The global impact of the coronavirus disease outbreak has been unprecedented.The pandemic is having a major impact on the workplace.Aside from the hazard to public health, the economic and social disruptions endanger millions of people's long-term livelihoods and well-being.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Rams push to prevent future Tom Brady roughing the passer calls

The Los Angeles Rams are planning to propose a rule change that will allow roughing the passer calls to be reviewable in the future.The Rams want to make roughing the passer calls reviewable
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported this morning that the Rams are planning to submit a rule to the league's competition committee in the offseason that would make all roughing the passer calls subject to replay review.
the Guardian
1 year ago
UK politics

Sixth-form teachers in England to vote on strike action over pay

Teachers in sixth-form colleges in England are the latest workers to be balloted over strike action in pursuit of an above-inflation pay rise.
Soccer News
1 year ago
Real Madrid

Arsenal linked with Real Madrid star Eden Hazard - Soccer News

Arsenal are interested in signing Eden Hazard from Real Madrid in the January transfer window, according to .The report has claimed that the Premier League club have made contact with last season's La Liga and UEFA Champions League winners and have asked about bringing the Belgian attacking midfielder to the Emirates Stadium in the middle of the campaign.
ESPN.com
1 year ago
San Francisco 49ers

49ers WR Samuel, RB Mitchell to return for finale

SANTA CLARA, Calif.-- The San Francisco 49ers could have their full complement of playmakers for the regular-season finale with receiver Deebo Samuel and running back Elijah Mitchell set to return from injuries.Coach Kyle Shanahan said Friday that Samuel will have no injury designation and is cleared to play Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals for the first time since being carted off with injuries to his knee and ankle in a Week 14 win over Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

ScotRail warns of travel disruption in January due to strikes

Train passengers have been warned to expect significant disruption next week as rail workers take further strike action in a dispute over pay, jobs and conditions.The RMT union has announced its members at Network Rail will take strike action on January 3, 4, 6 and 7.The dispute does not involve ScotRail staff but will have a major impact on the train operator's ability to provide services as many of the Network Rail workers walking out occupy safety-critical roles.
BBC News
1 year ago
London

Train strikes: Drivers to walk out in pay row

Rail passengers face more disruption this weekend with train drivers at 11 companies set to walk out on Saturday as part of a long-running pay row.The strike by the Aslef union is set to affect people travelling to Christmas markets and major sporting events.Passengers are being advised to check before they travel.
www.dw.com
1 year ago
London politics

Pakistan: Imran Khan and supporters cry foul over attack DW 11/04/2022

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan is in a stable condition after being shot in the leg on Thursday during an attack on a protest march which his supporters claimed was an assassination plot.The 70-year-old cricketer-turned-politician, who was ousted from power earlier this year, was waving to supporters from an open-topped truck when bullets were fired just outside the town of Gujranwala, Punjab province.
www.dw.com
1 year ago
London politics

Pakistan: Imran Khan, his supporters call foul over attack DW 11/04/2022

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan is in a stable condition after being shot in the leg on Thursday during an attack on a protest march which his supporters claimed was an assassination plot.The 70-year-old cricketer-turned-politician, who was ousted from power earlier this year, was waving to supporters from an open-topped truck when bullets were fired just outside the town of Gujranwala, Punjab province.
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
Los Angeles

Los Angeles gas prices fall for 16th day in a row, likely to keep dropping

Gas prices in Los Angeles fell to a 16-day low Friday, down almost 34 cents from a week ago - a trend experts are hopeful will continue.
Insider
1 year ago
Marketing

Ads with 'blatant' election disinformation about the upcoming US midterms got approved by TikTok and Facebook, researchers say

TikTok and Facebook approved ads with "blatant" disinformation about the US midterms, a report found.
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
Los Angeles Rams

The Times' top 25 boys' basketball rankings

A look at the top 25 high school boys' basketball teams in the Southland.Rk.SCHOOL (W-L); Comment (rk.last week) 1. HARVARD-WESTLAKE (16-1); Trent Perry establishes himself as elite point guard (1)
2. BISHOP MONTGOMERY (17-0); Showdown with Harvard-Westlake on Saturday (4)
3. CORONA CENTENNIAL (11-3); There won't be any more losses for weeks (2)
4. WEST RANCH (16-1); Takes on Etiwanda on Saturday (3)
5. SANTA ANA MATER DEI (12-2); Trinity League play begins this week (6)
6. SIERRA CANYON (13-3); Big win over Bishop Gorman (7)
7. RANCHO CHRISTIAN (7-6); Kevin Patton Jr. was magnificent at Damien (25)
8. SHERMAN OAKS NOTRE DAME (9-5); Losing after a 25-point lead raises uncertainty (5)
9. ST.
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
Los Angeles Rams

NFL readers Q&A: Will Rams get legit backup QB? What's with Brandon Staley's logic?

The Rams seems to add a superstar to the injury list each week, this week it is Aaron Donald, and have lost a record five in a row with Sean McVay as head coach.As they try to find healthy bodies to put on the playing field, the Chargers have gotten some back and are well within reach of a playoff spot.
Silver Screen and Roll
1 year ago
LA Lakers

The Lakers need to switch up their defensive coverages

As the Lakers continue to try to tread water without Anthony Davis, they're learning more and more about the strengths and weaknesses of their current roster and how some of these disparate parts best fit together to form more cohesive units that can help the team win games.A key part of this process is better understanding what players can and cannot do on both ends of the floor, particularly on defense.
Boston.com
1 year ago
Boston Celtics

'Be who you are': 6 takeaways as Jaylen Brown leads Celtics over Timberwolves late

Celtics "Tonight was an example of how things can be going terribly wrong and then [be] able to just stay with it."The Celtics snapped a three-game skid with a 121-109 victory over the Timberwolves on Friday, led by Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum who combined for 66 points.Here are the takeaways.
Hardwood Houdini
1 year ago
Boston Celtics

3 Takeaways as Boston Celtics scorch the Knicks 133-118

The Boston Celtics came out to Madison Square Garden Saturday night with a 5-3 record fresh off a narrow win over the Chicago Bulls.On the other side, the New York Knicks have a modest 4-4 record, after a very tumultuous start.The Celts would be without the services of veteran big Al Horford, as customary on any back-to-back to preserve his aging body.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Europe politics

Infamy, infamy the Brexit legions have still got it in for Sunak

Classical scholars must surely see parallels between the embarrassing sequence of prime ministerial changes in the British government this year and events in AD68-69 in the ancient Rome so beloved of Boris Johnson.AD68-69 was the year of the four emperors.First there was Galba, murdered by soldiers of his Praetorian Guard  this year's parallel being the removal of Johnson by his long-suffering cabinet.
ProFootballTalk
1 year ago
New York Giants

Giants add Kenny Golladay and Mark Glowinski to injury report, both questionable vs. Commanders - ProFootballTalk

The Giants have added two players to the injury report for Sunday's game against the Commanders.Starting right guard Mark Glowinski is now listed as questionable with a back injury, while wide receiver Kenny Golladay is questionable with an illness.Neither player was listed on Friday's injury report.
Copyblogger
1 year ago
Writing

Freelance Writing Clients: 5 Pro Tips That Help You Find Terrific Prospects

I once recorded a podcast episode with Seth Godin where we talked about storytelling.During our conversation, he made a point that I thought was fascinating when it comes to finding better freelance writing clients.Seth's version of storytelling isn't just crafting a plot in the traditional sense - the classic "The queen died, and then the king died of grief."
Brooklyn Paper
1 year ago
Brooklyn

BQE to close for three weekends next year for 'emergency repairs' * Brooklyn Paper

Sections of the BQE's triple cantilever will be closed for three weekends between March and October next year while "emergency repairs" are made to areas around Clark Street, Grace Court and the Joralemon Street garage, Department of Transport reps told a community meeting last week.Queens-bound lanes will be closed for all three weekends, while Staten Island bound traffic will be less affected with just one lane closed on the first weekend, DOT Executive Director, BQE, Design Build and Emergency Contracts Tanvi Pandya told the 60-plus Brooklyn locals gathered on Zoom  for the presentation.
www.90min.com
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

How HyperMotion 2.0 works in FIFA 23

FIFA 23 Mbappe in action in-game / Courtesy of FIFA 23 An updated Machine Learning (ML) algorithm was developed to make the most of all the new motion captures and implement them effectively into a match.As is the case on the real pitch, players need to be able to react to anything and everything, from deflections to teammate movements, and the new ML system makes that a real possibility.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

What the stats tell us might happen at Qatar 2022

What can previous World Cups tell us about what to expect in Qatar?Is this year's World Cup tougher?Should teams who qualified through the play-offs be written off now?Does playing in Asia suit certain countries?We look at these factors - as well as many others - to see which teams could be well placed for a successful World Cup.
https://www.rogerebert.com/
1 year ago
Film

Causeway movie review & film summary (2022) | Roger Ebert

Here, in acclaimed theater director Lila Neugebauer 's feature filmmaking debut, Lawrence gets to operate in a lower, more intimate register.It seems freeing for her somehow-the lack of makeup, the subtle rhythms, the unhurried pace.She's still the Girl on Fire, but the flame is a bit softer, urging you to lean in and feel its warmth.
Editor In Leaf
1 year ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs to Get Their Best Defenseman Back Soon

The Toronto Maple Leafs are almost back at full strength.Though the Toronto Maple Leafs have had many injuries since training camp started, other than Timothy Liljegren missing time with a hernia, those injuries haven't really been detrimental to the team.Sure, there are those who think the Leafs need to go out and replace Jake Muzzin, but those people probably don't realize how much Muzzin had declined recently.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
Music

The Clock Strikes: Time for Taylor Swift's New LP, Midnights'

The Easter eggs have been thoroughly examined for clues.
The marbled vinyl has been pressed and sorted into collectible variants.
The fan hashtags are cued up.
It is time for a new Taylor Swift album.
Harvard Business Review
1 year ago
Business

Research: When Consumers Feel Less Powerful, They Seek More Variety

How powerful do you feel right now?
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Mental health

Everyone struggled': life in UK's unregulated supported housing

They're actually people who are housed in this precarious and dangerous, really low-quality, exempt supported accommodation.Mark was forced into the house share, a type of exempt accommodation for vulnerable people that is supposed to provide support for tenants, after he quit his job as a live-in carer during lockdown.
Amazic
1 year ago
DevOps

5 ways to reduce cloud costs for Kubernetes systems - Amazic

The cost of Kubernetes systems is on the rise, making it increasingly difficult for businesses to take advantage of the benefits of this powerful platform.
Nytimes
1 year ago
New York City

Bernard McGuirk, 64, Dies; Imus Producer Through Rise, Fall and Return

The two men were fired because of a racist exchange about the Rutgers women's basketball team, marring, but not ending, their shared radio success.
www.vice.com
1 year ago
Science

NASA Successfully Punched an Asteroid Off-Course In Planetary Defense Test, Agency Announces

Humanity has moved a celestial body for the first time, representatives of NASA's Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART), confirmed during a press briefing on Tuesday.
Cubbies Crib
1 year ago
Chicago Cubs

Chicago Cubs: 5 positive takeaways from the 2022 season

Although the 2022 Cubs season is all but done with two games to play, it is evident that there are more solid pieces on this roster than we once believed.
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Thankfully, the farm system has dramatically improved under Hoyer's purview, with a handful of young players making a major impact at the big league level, including Justin Steele, Hayden Wesneski and Christopher Morel.
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That being said, there are some positives we can take away from the 2022 team as we gear up for the offseason.
Cubbies Crib
1 year ago
Chicago Cubs

Chicago Cubs: 5 positive takeaways from the 2022 season

Although the 2022 Cubs season is all but done with two games to play, it is evident that there are more solid pieces on this roster than we once believed.
...
Thankfully, the farm system has dramatically improved under Hoyer's purview, with a handful of young players making a major impact at the big league level, including Justin Steele, Hayden Wesneski and Christopher Morel.
...
That being said, there are some positives we can take away from the 2022 team as we gear up for the offseason.
Let's take a look at 5 such takeaways.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Should Dallas Cowboys cash in on Cooper Rush's trade value when Dak returns?

Plenty of Cowboys fans thought their season might take a precipitous downturn once they lost Dak Prescott to injury.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

NFL power rankings, Week 4: How far did Bucs, Chiefs and Bills fall?

Congratulations to the undefeated Miami Dolphins and Philadelphia Eagles.
The Local Europe
1 year ago
France politics

Courtier: Should you hire a broker when buying property in France?

"It's now more important than ever to work closely with a reputable broker.Work in France - if you're currently not working, then an obvious option is to take up some work in France - although if you are in France on a visa, you need to check whether your visa allows you to work.Fees vary between different areas and different businesses, but the average fee is €2,000, which amounts to around one percent of the purchase price.The advantage of the euro is that you're not limited to finding work only in France, but could work in any EU country - including the anglophone ones like Ireland - and get your salary in euros.
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