20 m. ago Protester interrupts Microsoft Copilot keynote, says company has ‘blood on its hands’

A protester interrupted Microsoft’s Copilot-focused keynote Friday afternoon, calling attention to the company’s reported dealings with the Israeli military. “Shame on you,” the protester said. “You claim that you care about using AI for good, but Microsoft sells AI weapons to the Israeli military […] All of Microsoft has blood on its hands.” Microsoft Head […]

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28 m. ago Q&A: Fruit flies are a major source of inspiration in robotics

Researchers at EPFL's Neuroengineering Laboratory, led by Pavan Ramdya, aim to replicate the workings of the brain of the common fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster. EPFL spoke with Ramdya about the exciting prospects for robotics.

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29 m. ago Something Else for Europe and the U.S. to Disagree About: ‘Free Speech’

The two have long been divided on whether speech can be restricted, and when. Under the Trump administration, the gap is widening.

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32 m. ago Startups Weekly: Stay tuned for the Rippling espionage movie

Welcome to Startups Weekly — your weekly recap of everything you can’t miss from the world of startups. Want it in your inbox every Friday? Sign up here. This week reminded us that different startups share a different approach to news: Some choose to remain quiet for a very long time, even about their acquisition […]

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62 m. ago Klarna and StubHub delay IPOs because of Trump tariff turmoil

Both firms hoped to raise at least $1 billion in their public market debuts.

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64 m. ago Popular brands of liquid eggs are recalled over bleach contamination concerns

Over 200,000 pounds of Egg Beaters and Bob Evans products were recalled over potential cleaning solution contamination. The USDA says that health risks are low, but consumers should still steer clear.

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67 m. ago Microsoft’s Copilot can now browse the web and perform actions for you

For its 50th birthday, Microsoft is teaching its AI-powered Copilot chatbot a few new tricks. Copilot can now take action on “most websites,” Microsoft says, enabling it to book tickets, reserve restaurants, and more. The bot has gained the ability to remember specific things about you, similar to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, like your favorite food and […]

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69 m. ago Powell Warns Trump’s Tariffs Risk Stoking Even Higher Inflation and Slower Growth

Jerome H. Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve, says the central bank’s “obligation” is to ensure that a “one-time increase in the price level does not become an ongoing inflation problem.”

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71 m. ago Rubio Warns Russia that U.S. Patience on Ukraine War Is Running Out

Whether the Kremlin is serious about peace talks to end the Ukraine war will become clear soon, the secretary of state said.

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73 m. ago Higher prices are likely for these 10 grocery items when tariffs hit

A trip to the grocery or liquor store is about to become even more expensive, economists say. From seafood to olive oil, these items will likely cost more under President Trump's tariffs.

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79 m. ago National Endowment for the Humanities staff put on immediate leave

A majority of NEH employees received an email placing them on immediate leave. The news comes just days after many humanities councils across the country were told their grants would be terminated.

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86 m. ago Washington Lottery Cash Pop, Pick 3 results for April 3, 2025

Washington Lottery Cash Pop, Pick 3 results for April 3, 2025  Kitsap Sun

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87 m. ago Burning heavy fuel oil with scrubbers found to be the best available option for bulk maritime shipping

When the International Maritime Organization enacted a mandatory cap on the sulfur content of marine fuels in 2020, with an eye toward reducing harmful environmental and health impacts, it left shipping companies with several main options.

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94 m. ago The Strange Allure of Watching Other People Tear Up Their Homes

D.I.Y. influencers indulge our most ambitious housing fantasies — and cash in on them.

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95 m. ago Barack Obama, Kamala Harris Peddle Fear About Trump Admin; Former POTUS Defends Colleges Shielding Jew Haters

Former President Barack Obama and failed presidential candidate Kamala Harris on Thursday night attacked the 47th president's actions as dangerous and "unconstitutional." The post Barack Obama, Kamala Harris Peddle Fear About Trump Admin; Former POTUS Defends Colleges Shielding Jew Haters appeared first on Breitbart.

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97 m. ago Turbine raises $22M to help VC investors get cash without selling their stakes

Since IPOs slowed to trickle a few years ago, limited partners who invest in venture capital funds have had one giant problem: a dearth of liquidity. Lack of cash returns has been especially troublesome for wealthy individuals or their small family offices — who manage the assets of the wealthy — that made substantial investments […]

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1 hour ago The Censors Are Mad: EU to Slap Elon Musk's X with $1 Billion+ Fine

EU regulators are gearing up to impose massive fines exceeding $1 billion on Elon Musk's X for alleged violations of a landmark law aimed at censoring online discussions. The post The Censors Are Mad: EU to Slap Elon Musk’s X with $1 Billion+ Fine appeared first on Breitbart.

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1 hour ago New approach reliably integrates 2D semiconductors with dielectrics

Two-dimensional (2D) semiconductor materials could enable the development of smaller yet highly performing electronic components, thus contributing to the advancement of a variety of devices. While significant strides have been made in the synthesis of 2D semiconductors with advanced electronic properties, their clean transfer onto substrates and reliable integration in real devices has so far proved challenging.

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1 hour ago Seattle Seahawks 2025 free agency: Strange things are afoot at the VMAC

Seattle Seahawks 2025 free agency: Strange things are afoot at the VMAC  Field Gulls

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1 hour ago Columbia Displays More Aggressive Posture in Dealing With Demonstrators

Students chained to a gate were removed by security officials. It came as the university planned to deploy 36 officers empowered to remove people from campus.

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