Bluesky Goes Dark in Mississippi Over Age Verification Law
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Our Response to Mississippi’s Age Assurance Law - Bluesky
A new Mississippi law requires us to block full access to Bluesky unless all users complete age checks. We have concerns about this law’s implementation.Bluesky
U.S. government takes 10% stake in Intel
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Intel Corporation today announced an agreement with the Trump Administration to support the continued expansion of American technology and manufacturing leadership. Under terms of the agreement, the United States government will make an $8.9 billion investment in Intel common stock, reflecting the confidence the Administration has in Intel to advance key national priorities and the critically important role the company plays in expanding the domestic semiconductor industry.The government’s equity stake will be funded by the remaining $5.7 billion in grants previously awarded, but not yet paid, to Intel under the U.S. CHIPS and Science Act and $3.2 billion awarded to the company as part of the Secure Enclave program. Intel will continue to deliver on its Secure Enclave obligations and reaffirmed its commitment to delivering trusted and secure semiconductors to the U.S. Department of Defense. The $8.9 billion investment is in addition to the $2.2 billion in CHIPS grants Intel has received to date, making for a total investment of $11.1 billion.
Donald J. Trump: "It is my Great Honor to report that the United States of America now fully o...
It is my Great Honor to report that the United States of America now fully owns and controls 10% of INTEL, a Great American Company that has an even more incredible future.Trump's Truth
70% of Japan smartphone games bypass in-app payments to avoid IT giants
70% of Japan smartphone games bypass in-app payments to avoid IT giants
Nearly 70 percent of popular Japanese smartphone games have introduced external payment systems for items and services to avoid hefty commission fees from U.S. tech giants Google LLC and Apple Inc., a Kyodo News tally showed.KYODO NEWS (Japan Wire by KYODO NEWS)
Physicians embrace AI note-taking technology: ‘There is literally no other intervention in our field that impacts burnout to this extent’
Physicians embrace AI note-taking technology
“There is literally no other intervention in our field that impacts burnout to this extent,” says Rebecca Mishuris, chief medical information officer at Mass General Brigham.Ryan Jaslow (Harvard Gazette)
This month in Servo: new image formats, canvas backends, automation, and more!
This month in Servo: new image formats, canvas backends, automation, and more! - Servo aims to empower developers with a lightweight, high-performance alternative for embedding web technologies in applications.
Another record month, plus devtools improvements and creature comforts for servoshell users.Servo
Egyptian Officials in New York Beat Two Gaza Protesters on Video. The NYPD Arrested the Protesters.
The protesters’ parents said the officials beat their sons with chains at Egypt’s U.N. mission. The NYPD arrested the brothers for assault.
4chan refuses to pay UK Online Safety Act fines, asks Trump admin to intervene
4chan asks US to “invoke all legal levers” in fight against Online Safety Act.
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The "Super Weight:" How Even a Single Parameter can Determine a Large Language Model's Behavior
The "Super Weight:" How Even a Single Parameter can Determine a Large Language Model's Behavior
A recent paper from Apple researchers, "[The Super Weight in Large Language…Apple Machine Learning Research
Trump says he’ll keep extending TikTok shutdown deadline
President Donald Trump is calling national security and privacy concerns related to TikTok and its Chinese parent company highly overrated.
https://apnews.com/article/trump-tiktok-china-extension-deadline-4a66fbd0e485db5b3da83c176f22ad11
US | Colorado judge rejects plea deal for funeral director who acknowledged abusing 191 corpses
A Colorado judge has rejected a plea agreement for a funeral home owner who acknowledged abusing 191 corpses.
Former Top Biden Spokesperson Admits Israel Sabotaged Ceasefire Deals as US Blamed Hamas
The former State Department spokesperson effectively admitted he and the president repeatedly lied about negotiations.
Archived version: archive.is/newest/truthout.org…
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13,000+ Back Grassroots Push for DNC to Approve Ban on Corrupting Dark Money
Ahead of the DNC's summer meeting, Our Revolution delivered a petition urging the ban of dark money in presidential primaries. Will the DNC prioritize voters over billionaire donors? #BanDarkMoney
13,000+ Back Grassroots Push for DNC to Approve Ban on Corrupting Dark Money
"For those of us focused on progressive social change," says the board chair of Our Revolution, secretive spending by corporations and the ultra-rich "has blocked candidates committed to our entire agenda including workers' rights, Gaza ceasefire…julia-conley (Common Dreams)
Israel Is Forcing Parents in Gaza to Watch Their Children Die of Hunger
“Imagine looking at your child, and you can’t feed him. You can’t do anything for him.”
Archived version: archive.is/newest/dropsitenews…
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US | North Carolina Supreme Court says bars' COVID-19 lawsuits can continue
The North Carolina Supreme Court has issued favorable rulings for bars seeking compensation from the state for COVID-19 restrictions.
Meta is going to stuff Midjourney AI images into your feed
Meta is making a big new partnership with Midjourney.
Meta is going to stuff Midjourney AI images into your feed
Meta is partnering with Midjourney and will license its “aesthetic” technology for future models and products, according to Alexandr Wang.Jay Peters (The Verge)
Bluesky blocks Mississippi under new age verification law
The Supreme Court declined to block the law earlier this month.
Bluesky blocks Mississippi under new age verification law
Bluesky has blocked access to Mississippi IP addresses thanks to HB 1126, an age verification law the Supreme Court recently let take effect.Adi Robertson (The Verge)
Why the Internet is Turning to Shit
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Why the Internet is Turning to Shit
Cory Doctorow’s new book is an insightful diagnosis of how Big Tech is making every app and website worse—even if his solutions leave something to be desired.Alex Skopic (Current Affairs Inc)
'Where's your America First?': US teenager stuck in Israeli jail for six months
The 16-year-old was detained by Israel over claims he threw rocks at a car. He has since lost around a quarter of his body weight in detention
Archived version: archive.is/newest/middleeastey…
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'Where's your America First?': US teenager stuck in Israeli jail for six months
In the early hours of the morning on 16 February, US citizen Zaher Ibrahim, his wife and two of his children were asleep in their home in the occupied West Bank. They woke to loud banging and shouting outside.Syma Mohammed (Middle East Eye)
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Can AI teach us how animals think?
Can AI teach us how animals think?
The surprising ways in which machine learning is decoding the animal mind.The Conversation
Canada looks to Germany to offset Trump tariff agenda
Prime Minister Mark Carney and senior Cabinet ministers will travel to Berlin to talk energy, defense and critical minerals.
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Saudi Arabia condemns Israel's genocidal 'crimes,' expresses alarm over famine
Saudi Arabia's foreign ministry on Friday sharply criticised Israel after the UN officially declared that a famine is taking place in Gaza.
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DA dropped charges against woman arrested for having an abortion after public outcry
Lizelle Gonzalez filed a complaint against local Texas officials after they charged her with murder for taking medication to end her pregnancy
Kilmar Abrego Garcia is 'Free' From Custody, En Route to Family in Maryland
Kilmar Abrego Garcia is free from custody and en route to Maryland, where he will await trial with his family. His lawyers argue he is facing a "vindictive" prosecution by the Justice Department.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia is 'Free' From Custody, En Route to Family in Maryland
He now awaits trial in what his lawyers argue is a "vindictive prosecution" by the Justice Department.stephen-prager (Common Dreams)
National Guard may run out of money because of Trump’s repeated deployments
The National Guard is preparing for its fall training programs, but President Donald Trump’s deployments are eating into its operational budget
Workers who developed cancer while building America’s nuclear weapons struggle to make medical claims after Trump cuts
Unless the Trump administration chooses to renew the compensation program former nuclear weapons employees who are hoping to receive assistance with their medical payments will no longer have the opportunity.
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Trump says Intel has agreed to give US government a 10% stake
Unprecedented deal comes after president demanded CEO Lip-Bu Tan to resign over his ties to Chinese firms
US health department moves to strip thousands of employees of collective bargaining rights
Union decries effort as illegal as department confirms it is ending its recognition of unions for some employees
Death toll from Israel's genocide in Gaza rises to 62,263, health ministry says
At least 62,263 Palestinians have been killed since Israel's genocide in Gaza started after 7 October 2023, according to the health ministry in Gaza.
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US | Hegseth fires general whose agency's intel assessment of damage from Iran strikes angered Trump
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has fired a general whose agency’s initial intelligence assessment of U.S. damage to Iran nuclear sites angered President Donald Trump.
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Apple reportedly in talks with Google to use Gemini AI in the revamped Siri
Apple is still lagging in generative AI, and a new report says the company may turn to its longtime frenemy Google for help, using Gemini as the foundation for a revamped Siri.
El Salvador is enforcing strict student dress codes to bring discipline back to schools
Principals in El Salvador have started greeting students at school gates to inspect haircuts and uniforms
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The Commandos Prepping Mexico Attacks
Trump’s war on cartels is a godsend for a special ops command with an identity crisis
Pentagon Confirms My Story on Mexico Attacks
Military will “eliminate the ability of these cartels to threaten” America, spokesman says
Colt confirms customer data stolen as Warlock ransomware auctions files
UK-based telecommunications company Colt Technology Services confirms that customer documentation was stolen as Warlock ransomware gang auctions files.
[Announcement] The Third Edict FAQ
Yesterday, we announced The Third Edict, our next major Content Update for Path of Exile 2. In this news post, we're answering the most frequently asked questions from our community regarding the upcoming update.
When does the Third Edict launch on all platforms?
The Third Edict will launch at 1PM August 29 PDT on all supported platforms, including the standalone PC client, Steam and Epic Games Store clients as well as Xbox Series and PlayStation 5.
Will there be an economy reset?
Yes. Your existing characters will be kept and still available to play in the Standard Early Access leagues, but the new Rise of the Abyssal league will have a fresh economy. The new league has new content and features and it's highly recommended that you play there. If you do decide to use your old character, just note that due to extensive balance changes, it is possible you will need to reallocate passive points, and the functionality of certain elements of your build might have changed.
How do I start playing in a new league?
When creating a character, select the Rise of the Abyssal banner.
Is there a special in-game mechanic that is available only in the Rise of the Abyssal league and not in the core game?
Yes, the Rise of the Abyssal league has its own exclusive mechanics, content, rewards and bosses not available in the core game. After the league is complete, we will decide which of these features will make it into the core game.
Will there be challenges / challenge rewards in the Rise of the Abyssal league?
No.
Do I need to create a new character and start the game from the beginning?
Yes, if you want to play the Rise of the Abyssal League. However, you can continue playing your existing characters in the Early Access league if you wish.
With the introduction of Act Four and the Interlude, where do I continue if I want to play my existing character in the Standard Early Access league?
If your Standard character has already reached the Endgame, you can continue playing there. Your character will lose some quest rewards that previously granted resistances, but your Spirit and Attributes values will remain unchanged. In some cases, your passive tree may need to be reallocated if you allocated points that have been removed. If you'd like to experience Act Four and the Interlude content, just go back to Act Three town, then talk to Alva to travel to Act Four.
In case you hadn't reached the Endgame and were playing on Cruel difficulty prior to the release of Third Edict, your character will be transferred to the end of Act Three where you can continue into Act Four. All previously earned quest rewards will remain unchanged.
What happens to my stash tabs if I start in a new Rise of the Abyssal league?
Any stash tabs you have purchased will be available to use in the Rise of the Abyssal leagues. Since a new league is a fresh economy, your stash in the new league will not contain any items from your stash in other leagues. All the items will be in Remove Only stash tabs in the Standard leagues.
Speaking of stash tabs, when will I be able to convert my existing Premium Stash Tabs into Merchant's Tab?
Once 0.3.0 releases next Friday, you will be able to convert your Premium Stash Tabs purchased before the launch into Merchant's Tabs from your account settings on the website.
Just to clarify, the option to convert your Premium Stash Tab to a Merchant's Tab will be made available on the Path of Exile 2 website when the 0.3.0 patch is deployed on August 29th (PST).
When will the Merchant's Tab be available in the store?
Merchant's Tabs will be available for purchase in the Path of Exile 2 shop once The Third Edict releases next Friday. You will also have the option to convert Premium Stash Tabs purchased prior to the 0.3.0 release. Premium Stash Tabs purchased after 0.3.0 release cannot be converted.
August 29th is not a deadline to convert your stash tabs by.
Is this a paid expansion?
No. If you're an existing Path of Exile 2 player, all you have to do is to download the content update.
With the launch of The Third Edict on August 29th, Path of Exile 2 will be available for free for three days. If you've been thinking about trying the game, this weekend is the perfect time! Find out more about the Free Weekend here.
Will there be a predownload?
Yes, we will make the torrent file for the standalone PC client available for predownloading the day before the launch. Console players will also be able to download the patch prior to launch. Please note that only players with access to Path of Exile 2 will be able to predownload the patch.
What information will be revealed before the launch?
Next week we will publish information about Item Filters, what to expect at launch day and new Twitch Drops.
Stay tuned!
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Path of Exile is a free online-only action RPG under development by Grinding Gear Games in New Zealand.Path of Exile
The censorship of Raven and Betanet by Hostinger
cross-posted from: lemmygrad.ml/post/8894778
Thoughts in this?They were trying to create a different Internet or different hosting website, but from what I understand.
“la mia forma di autismo è cercare la spilla di Kuromi nell’ufficio di Zelenskyy ogni volta che lo mostrano parlare”
Prima oggi ho scoperto una nuova cosa tanto incredibile e stupida allo stesso tempo… e raramente ne capitano di così buone, specialmente in un venerdì a caso. A quanto pare, Zelensky (…che in realtà si scrive Zelens’kyj, temo), nel suo ufficetto mezzo chic da presidente di un paese sotto legge marziale, tra tutte le spillette […]
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“la mia forma di autismo è cercare la spilla di Kuromi nell’ufficio di Zelenskyy ogni volta che lo mostrano parlare”
Prima oggi ho scoperto una nuova cosa tanto incredibile e stupida allo stesso tempo… e raramente ne capitano di così buone, specialmente in un venerdì a caso. A quanto pare, Zelensky (…che in realtà si scrive Zelens’kyj, temo), nel suo ufficetto mezzo chic da presidente di un paese sotto legge marziale, tra tutte le spillette di tipo vari reparti militari (credo; non ci capisco molto di questa roba) che tiene lì belle e fieramente inquadrettate… ne ha una di Kuromi. C-o-s-a??? 😳t.me/c/1230970294/59634
È una scoperta che io faccio ben in ritardo, grazie solo a questo post qui, ma sembra che non sia una completa novità. Infatti, stando a questo articolo, che tenta di fare un po’ luce sulla situazione sicuramente buffa ma per niente chiara, almeno da dicembre 2024 si sa che il presidente ha tale incredibile spilletta… Is Sanrio’s Kuromi Fighting for Ukraine? Badge on Wall Behind Zelenskyy Stands Out: . A quanto pare, questa è stata vista casualmente per la prima volta in un video-comunicato (che allego anche sotto) che, come dice l’articolo, non ha niente di rilevante di per sé per la questione. E quindi, la cosa è proprio pazzurda… 💀youtube.com/watch?v=yppVL7SRX5…
Per trovare un senso a questa visione certamente fatta di contrasti, un’ipotesi interessante viene quantomeno proposta, e cioè che questa spilla (ammesso sia una spilla, e non uno stemma, come molti degli altri… ripeto, sono igniorante), sarebbe del reparto speciale che si occupa dei droni, perché essendo un reparto hi-tech della difesa ci lavorano probabilmente svariati weeb. La scritta lì sopra, sempre stando agli sconosciuti su Internet (è troppo piccola perché io possa verificare personalmente, non sapendo l’ucraino), direbbe solo “distaccamento speciale”, quindi non si capisce. 💔
E… questa è tutta la lore che abbiamo a disposizione, a quanto pare: una miseria. Provando a cercare il nome del presidente in caratteri ucraini assieme alla parola Kuromi, ovviamente, non trovo niente, quindi la mia ricerca finisce qui, e ne sono triste. Ma comunque è assurdo che il signorone abbia una spilla militare di Kuromi, e io no… ok, io ho un segnalibro di essa, però provo comunque un po’ invidia, non so se mi spiego. 😓
- threads.com/@unseenjapanoffici… — unseenjapan.medium.com/is-sanr…
- x.com/cuhromi/status/186699857…
- bsky.app/profile/vokabre.bsky.…
- I have instructed the Prime Minister to increase funding for brigades. Address of President 09.12.24: youtube.com/watch?v=yppVL7SRX5…
- What is this Ukrainian unit? old.reddit.com/r/Military/comm…
- President Zelenskyy has a legit badge with a picture of Kuromi on it. old.reddit.com/r/sanrio/commen…
- President Zelensky has a Hello Kitty badge: old.reddit.com/r/Asmongold/com…
#difesa #Kuromi #military #stemmi #Ucraina #Ukraine #Zelensky #Zelenskyy
Is Sanrio’s Kuromi Fighting for Ukraine? Badge on Wall Behind Zelenskyy Stands Out
Is Sanrio’s Kuromi Fighting for Ukraine? Badge on Wall Behind Zelenskyy Stands Out Kuromi appears to have moved on from her beef with My Melody and now has a new enemy: Russia! Sanrio is always up …Unseen Japan (Medium)
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