OpenAI calls for US to lead global effort on AI standards
OpenAI on Monday called for the United States to lead a global effort on establishing standards for developing artificial intelligence as CEO Sam Altman prepares to brief the United Nations this week.
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California declares state of emergency ahead of El Nino
California's governor on Monday declared a state of emergency as the US west coast readies for what is expected to be a damaging El Nino.
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South African ostriches plucked alive for luxury fashion: report
South African ostrich farms are using mechanical pluckers to remove feathers from living birds destined for major luxury fashion brands in techniques that are cruel and painful, animal welfare group World Animal Protection said on Monday.
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South Africa arrests three more suspects, after nine women murdered
Two South African women appeared in court on Monday over the killing of one of nine women found dead in a neighbourhood east of Johannesburg -- a series of murders that have sparked alarm and anger.
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US networks halt Trump coverage in revolt over White House ban
US television networks staged an extraordinary revolt Monday when they effectively boycotted coverage of President Donald Trump in protest at his decision to ban three leading outlets from the White House.
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Carse needs time away from England, says captain Brook
England white-ball captain Harry Brook says Brydon Carse needs time away from international cricket following a turbulent few weeks for the fast bowler.
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Paramount settles with US states to clear Warner Bros. mega-merger
Paramount has reached a settlement with a group of US states that clears the way for its takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, US media reported Monday, creating a Hollywood empire spanning television, news and cinema.
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NOWPayments Releases Cross-Chain Payout Data Revealing Key Performance Benchmarks Across TRON, BNB Chain, and Solana
NOWPayments today published new empirical data analyzing six months of enterprise payout activity, offering a comparative performance benchmark across TRON, BNB Smart Chain, Solana, Bitcoin, and Ethereum to help businesses select optimal blockchain rails based on speed, transaction volume, and cost efficiency.
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Climate crisis a job for world leaders, not just activists: UK FM
The world's climate change crisis is a security issue that belongs on the desks of generals and prime ministers, not just green campaigners, Britain's foreign minister said Monday, as world leaders convene for the UN General Assembly's high-level week.
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British Museum bans photos of Bayeux Tapestry as crowds linger
The British Museum has banned visitors from taking pictures of the Bayeux Tapestry in order to keep the crowds flowing through an unprecedented London exhibition, a spokesperson confirmed Monday.
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