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Brie Larson, the Oscar-winning actress best known for starring in Room and Lessons in Chemistry, is to make her UK stage debut next year in a Greek tragedy. The 34-year-old will star in Elektra, an adaptation of Sophocles’ play which has been translated by poet Anne Carson. Larson described the drama as a “timeless story” and said she “couldn’t be more excited” to be joining the production, directed by Daniel Fish. The show will launch in Brighton in January. It will play there for a week before transferring to the West End for the remainder of its three-month run. Larson…
Junior doctors in England have accepted the government’s offer of a 22% pay rise over two years, ending their long-running dispute. Members of the British Medical Association backed the deal with 66% voting in favour. Nearly 46,000 took part in the online ballot. It brings to an end the 18-month dispute, which saw junior doctors take part in 11 separate strikes. But the BMA warned it expected more above-inflation pay rises in future years or there would be “consequences”. The offer was made by Health Secretary Wes Streeting in late July – just weeks after Labour won the election. He…
In a significant decline on Wednesday, Wall Street experienced its most substantial drop in several months, as the rapid surge often criticized as excessive lost further strength. The S&P 500 witnessed a 1.4% decline, marking its most significant slide since April. This follows a consecutive second loss for the index, occurring shortly after it achieved a peak not seen in 16 months. The Dow Jones Industrial Average saw a decrease of 348 points, equivalent to a 1% drop, while the Nasdaq composite faced a more substantial fall of 2.2%. Following Fitch Ratings’ decision to lower the credit rating of the…
Christina Hall, the popular HGTV personality, assures homeowners that she won’t pass any judgment if you extend an invitation to her at your residence. “Absolutely no judgment,” emphasized the TV star in a recent interview. “Unless your home falls into the extreme categories of hoarding or extremely unclean conditions, I’m genuinely open-minded. I’ve experienced diverse living situations and environments.” Renowned for her roles in HGTV’s “Christina on the Coast” and “Christina in the Country,” Hall possesses a remarkable skill of analyzing floorplans and envisioning potential transformations to enhance the functionality of a space. Renovation holds a special place in her…
AMES, Iowa (AP) — Hunter Dekkers, the quarterback for Iowa State, has been alleged to have engaged in gambling on Cyclones sports events, which encompassed a football game. He was formally charged on Tuesday for tampering with records connected to an ongoing investigation by the Iowa Criminal Division concerning sports gambling. The official complaint asserts that Dekkers made a total of 366 online bets, accumulating a sum exceeding $2,799. The documentation indicates that these bets encompassed 26 athletic events affiliated with Iowa State, alongside a football match in 2021 against Oklahoma State, during which Dekkers held the position of a…
Spending sufficient time with ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence chatbots reveals their tendency to produce false information. Termed as hallucination, confabulation, or simply fabricating content, this issue now poses a challenge for businesses, organizations, and high school students who rely on generative AI systems to compose documents and accomplish tasks. Some individuals employ these systems for critical tasks such as psychotherapy or researching and writing legal briefs, making the potential consequences quite significant. According to Daniela Amodei, co-founder and president of Anthropic, the company behind the chatbot Claude 2, virtually all existing models suffer from some degree of hallucination. Amodei…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Several elected officials in California are appealing to Taylor Swift to consider postponing her Los Angeles concerts in a display of solidarity with striking hotel workers. Led by Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, dozens of state and local politicians have signed an open letter, drawing attention to the fact that her tour significantly boosts the revenue of hotels in the region, leading to exorbitant charges for accommodations when she is in town. The letter highlights the unfortunate situation faced by many hotel workers, such as housekeepers, who are struggling to afford housing close to their workplaces. Some…
In Pittsford, New York, Damar Hamlin experienced a whirlwind of emotions, including trepidation, as he donned his pads for the first training camp practice after the life-altering event he endured seven months ago. During a game, he suffered a cardiac arrest and had to be revived on the field. However, amid the challenges, Hamlin found solace in his unwavering faith in God and himself. The unwavering support from his family and teammates played a significant role in his journey to recovery and gave him the strength to take this crucial step towards resuming his playing career. Reflecting on the momentous…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Angus Cloud, the 25-year-old actor known for his portrayal of the drug dealer Fezco “Fez” O’Neill on the HBO series “Euphoria,” has passed away. Cloud’s publicist, Cait Bailey, confirmed his death, stating that he died on Monday at his family residence in Oakland, California. However, the cause of death has not been disclosed. In a heartfelt statement, Cloud’s family bid farewell to their beloved Angus, describing him as an artist, a friend, a brother, and a son. “Last week, Angus buried his father, and the profound loss had a significant impact on him,” the family expressed.…
Houston (AP) — Despite being selected as the second overall pick in this year’s draft, quarterback C.J. Stroud remains unfazed by the fact that the Panthers immediately designated Bryce Young, the first selection, as their starting quarterback on Day 1 of training camp. In contrast, the Houston Texans have opted to make Stroud compete for the position. “I’m genuinely happy for Bryce, but we each have our own unique circumstances,” Stroud asserted on Sunday. “My focus is on improving myself and contributing to the team’s success. It’s not about who starts or who doesn’t; it’s about preparing for our Week…