French river police practice on the Seine ahead of Olympics opening ceremony
A large police operation is planned for the event on 26 July which will see more than 90 boats on the Seine for 6 kilometres.
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Ernest Hemingway’s Favorite Hamburger Recipe
Image via Wikimedia Commons In 2013, the food writer Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan stumbled across an article in the Boston Globe describing a trove of digitized documents from Ernest Hemingway’s home in Cuba that had been recently donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and
Climate scientists urge responsible use of AI as Google’s emissions soar by 48% since 2019
Scientists have asked individuals to think twice before using AI to generate memes.
P!nk Cancels Switzerland Concert Due to Health Concerns
"I’ve been advised that I’m unable to continue with the show tomorrow," the singer wrote on Instagram
Japan top court says forced sterilisation unconstitutional
The ruling brings to an end a decades-long fight for justice by victims who were forcibly sterilised.
Michel Franco’s ‘Dreams,’ Starring Jessica Chastain, to Be Sold by The Match Factory (EXCLUSIVE)
International rights to “Dreams,” the next film from Mexican filmmaker Michel Franco, whose “Memory” competed at Venice last year, will be sold by his regular partner The Match Factory. “I usually work with The Match Factory, and we have an ongoing collaboration,” he tells
Not lame at all: Duck tails GrabFood delivery rider in the Philippines, wins praise for hard work
“Grab duck” trails in a long line of animals that have had the occasional “odd jobs”.
What we know about the India crush that killed 121
The incident that took place during a religious gathering is among the deadliest crushes in India in a decade.
Converge (YC S23) Is Hiring a Founding Account Executive
Article URL: https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/converge/jobs/vpxyPWD-founding-account-executive Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=40863470 Points: 0 # Comments: 0
Lil Yachty Gets A Visit From His Future Self In Gift From Jake Paul
Lil Yachty's likeness has been used to promote Jake Paul's new body wash, and the rapper is completely shocked by the marketing campaign.
Pakistan has met all requirements for IMF bailout deal, finance official says
KARACHI - Pakistan is looking to clinch a staff level agreement on an International Monetary Fund bailout of more than $6 billion this month after addressing all of the lender's requirements in its annual budget, its junior finance minister told Reuters.
Ready furr their close-up: How cats became Hollywood's hottest stars
A flurry of feline protagonists has proven to be catnip to cinemagoers - but we demand more awards recognition meow.
Karlovy Vary Proxima Competition Entry ‘Chlorophyll’ Unveils Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)
Variety is debuting the trailer (above) for Ivana Gloria’s feature debut “Chlorophyll” (Clorofilla), which will receive its international premiere Wednesday as part of the Proxima Competition at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival. The film starts with a young girl, Maia, dashing
A Bugatti car, a first lady and the fake stories aimed at Americans
Article URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c72ver6172do Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=40863248 Points: 15 # Comments: 2
Orbán pushes for ceasefire with Russia in milestone Kyiv visit
The Hungarian premier visited Ukraine's capital for the first time since Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022, offering suggestions for ending the war.
From depression to bipolar disorder: What experts say about recovering from mental health conditions
Contrary to the notion that recovery from some mental illnesses is impossible, research shows that many people can fully recover and lead fulfilling lives.
Google's greenhouse gas emissions jump 48% in five years
Article URL: https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/07/googles-greenhouse-gas-emissions-jump-48-in-five-years/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=40863229 Points: 15 # Comments: 2
How will France's far-right National Rally impact Brussels? | Radio Schuman
How could France's second legislative election this Sunday (7 July) affect the European Parliament? Radio Schuman talked to a National Rally MEP to find out.
Genting bus crash: Driver claims trial to charges of driving dangerously, not having valid licence
The driver pleaded not guilty to the two charges.
Thailand considers end to 52-year-old afternoon booze ban to woo tourists
More than half of the Thais are unhappy with PM Srettha’s performance.
Euro 2024: All-time top scorer Cristiano Ronaldo says this is his last European Championship
Ronaldo scored more than anyone else throughout a record six editions between 2004 and 2024.
Blackbird numbers plummet in south of England amid potential spread of virus
Experts believe songbird is suffering from Usutu virus, first detected in UK in 2020 Beloved by Shakespeare and the Beatles, the blackbird and its sweet song have captured the imagination of Britons for centuries. But now the songbird is facing decline, and the British public
Is the Franco-German axis over? Brothers of Italy think so
What’s behind Meloni’s disappointment over the EU job nomination package?
Thai court sets July 17 for next hearing in opposition Move Forward party case
BANGKOK - Thailand's Constitutional Court on Wednesday set July 17 as the next hearing date for a case seeking the dissolution of the popular opposition Move Forward party, which has 30% of the seats in the lower house of parliament.
Bob’s Stores closing all locations after 70 years in latest US retail casualty
Bob's Stores will liquidate its inventory at its 21 locations throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
BTS’ Jimin and Jung Kook Go on the Ultimate Road Trip in New Travel Show
The eight-part series, Are You Sure?! , will debut on Aug. 8
Tesla shares rocket as Q2 deliveries exceed estimates
Tesla reported the second-quarter electric vehicle (EV) delivery number better than analysts' estimates but saw the second consecutive yearly decline, partly blamed on the closure of a German plant.
Women, children trapped at church in Sudan's capital endure hunger, bombardment
Trapped in a Catholic mission sheltering dozens of women and children from the war raging on the streets of Khartoum, Father Jacob Thelekkadan punched new holes in his belt as the supplies of food dwindled and he grew thinner.
I Received an AI Email
Article URL: https://timharek.no/blog/i-received-an-ai-email Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=40862865 Points: 237 # Comments: 150
240,000 people evacuated in China rainstorms
China has been enduring extreme weather conditions in recent months, including heat waves.
How 14 years of Conservative government have changed Britain
Having presided through austerity, Brexit and the pandemic, among other challenges, the Tories are deeply unpopular heading into the general election on Thursday.
From Paris Syndrome to sky high prices: Is the City of Lights all it's cracked up to be?
As the Olympics draws ever closer, many of us are thinking more of Paris - here's everything you need to know before taking a trip.
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'Shrinkflation' stickers come into force in French supermarkets
The state is seeking to protect consumers and their wallets against deceptive packaging, although some retailers are critical.
Africa: A United Africa Is Now the Only Path to the Climate Justice
[African Arguments] In the face of some nations' foot-dragging tactics, a pan-African front is all the more imperative, writes the chair of the African Group of Negotiators.
Africa: Lumumba Assassination - New Angle On the 20th Century's Longest Murder-Conspiracy
[African Arguments] At 99, the memory of Patrice Lumumba only grows stronger, as a new book uncovers fresh details about his gruesome assassination 64 years ago.
ECB’s Lagarde foresees a bumpy road to 2% inflation amid uncertainties
ECB President Christine Lagarde highlighted the complex journey towards the 2% inflation target at the ECB Forum on Central Banking in Sintra.
Malaysia trials second QR code system at Johor border crossing with Singapore
Known as MyRentas, it can be used by bus passengers at Bangunan Sultan Iskandar CIQ in Johor Bahru.
Reproducibility in Disguise
Article URL: https://fzakaria.com/2024/07/02/reproducibility-in-disguise.html Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=40862683 Points: 38 # Comments: 17