Reported 6 months ago
New York州議會週五通過了一項法案，允許父母阻止兒童看到社交媒體平台算法建議的貼文，這一法規旨在遏制評論家認為對兒童具有上癮性的訊息流。這項舉措來源於對兒童社交媒體使用不斷增加的關注，並在不同州和聯邦層面不斷推動對科技平台進行監管的情況下。該法案禁止平台向18歲以下人士顯示建議的貼文，而是只提供他們關注的帳戶的貼文。未成年人只有在具有法案定義的“可驗證的父母同意”時才能收到建議的貼文。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump positioned himself as a proponent for cryptocurrency and criticized the Democrats' efforts to regulate the sector during a San Francisco fundraiser where he raised $12 million, hosted by tech venture capitalists David Sacks and Chamath Palihapitiya. Trump emphasized his support for the crypto industry without specifying his policy, contrasting against President Biden who signed an executive order in 2022 to guide the responsible growth of digital assets. Trump's stance drew support from prominent venture capitalists and crypto investors in the liberal-leaning city, with his administration promising to halt the current regulation push against crypto if reelected.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
The US finalized less stringent vehicle fuel economy rules through 2031 than originally proposed, increasing Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) requirements to about 50.4 miles per gallon by 2031 from the current 39.1 mpg. The new rules were revised after lobbying from automakers and criticism from environmental groups, with the final regulations aimed at reducing compliance penalties for the industry.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
A woman adopted two homeless cats, thinking they were ordinary domestic shorthairs, but one developed a rare skin condition resulting in a coat that resembles a night sky full of stars. Named Gatsby, the bicolor cat has vitiligo, causing white speckles to appear on his black fur as he ages. The condition, purely cosmetic, may continue to change Gatsby's appearance as he grows older. Unlike cats with genetic mutations for fancy new breeds, there's no guarantee Gatsby's offspring would inherit his unique coat.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Céline Dion recently shared how stiff person syndrome impacts her daily life and singing career, likening it to someone strangling her throat. Diagnosed in 2022, she faces challenges with muscle spasms and stiffness, causing severe injuries. Despite this, she remains positive and hopes to return to the stage after undergoing therapy. Supported by her sister and fans, Dion embraces living with the condition one day at a time.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Key Square Group LP founder Scott Bessent, a notable Donald Trump supporter, accused Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen of influencing the economy to benefit President Joe Biden's reelection, claiming she controlled monetary policy through Treasury issuances. Bessent, a potential pick for a top economic post in a second Trump administration, criticized Yellen's actions regarding debt issuance decisions and financial conditions, while also expressing views on economic policy under a potential Republican administration, tax cuts, student loans, tariffs, and ultra-long bonds.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
NetChoice, representing companies like Meta and Craigslist, has filed a lawsuit against Georgia to stop a law that mandates online classified sites to gather information on high-volume sellers using cash or offline payment methods. The group argues that the law, set to take effect on July 1, violates federal laws, the First Amendment, and is vague. Supporters claim it's to combat theft, while opponents say it's overly broad and infringes on free speech and online activity outside the platforms' control.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
After a nerve-wracking audition, James Lafferty was on the brink of giving up acting before landing the role of Nathan Scott in One Tree Hill from 2003 to 2012.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
The strong job market under President Biden's administration, with the creation of 15.6 million jobs since he took office, has led to concerns over inflation due to increased demand for goods and services. Despite positive economic indicators like a 4.1% rise in real income and a 3.4% inflation rate, voters are focused on rising prices and stagnant approval ratings. While falling oil and gas prices offer some relief, concerns persist about the sustainability of the current economic growth and the potential impact on the upcoming elections.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Jill Vedder, born in 1977, is the wife of Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder. The couple married in 2010 and have two daughters together. Jill was a model and co-founded a nonprofit organization with Eddie to find a cure for epidermolysis bullosa. She is also an ambassador for Global Citizen and supports causes like Every Mother Counts. Active in activism, Jill appeared in one of Eddie's music videos and shares a passion for philanthropy and parenting with the rockstar.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Jake Gyllenhaal, in an interview with E! News about his show 'Presumed Innocent,' expressed gratitude for his godmother Jamie Lee Curtis, calling her his source of strength and love when needed. The actors share a close relationship, with Gyllenhaal mentioning he'd be honored to act alongside her in a project. The article also recounts moments when Gyllenhaal lived with Curtis and shared fond memories of their time together during the COVID-19 lockdown.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Around 500 people gathered at a Home Depot in New Rochelle to protest what activists claim is a ban on day laborers, despite the corporation denying such policy exists. Organized by the National Day Laborer Organizing Network, the rally aimed to support day laborers' right to make purchases while seeking work. This was the third protest related to tensions between the store and the local day laborer community, with activists delivering demands to the store manager to stop harassment and meet with workers.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Venezuela's annual inflation has decreased to a 10-year low of 59%, representing the slowest pace since 2014. The government's interventions in the currency market and cost-cutting efforts have contributed to easing consumer price pressure ahead of President Maduro's re-election campaign. Despite having the highest inflation rate in Latin America after Argentina, Venezuela's rate has significantly dropped from its 2019 peak of over 300,000%. The central bank's recent actions include spending millions to defend the bolivar and resuming monthly price data publication.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Packers running back Josh Jacobs has apologized for spreading misinformation regarding the NFL's guidelines on wearing green in Brazil, claiming it was a safety precaution due to gang associations. The NFL clarified that this was inaccurate, and Jacobs has apologized for the mistake, acknowledging his misinformed statement. The confusion was likely due to the Arena Corinthians venue in São Paulo, where the home soccer team avoids green due to a rivalry with Palmeiras. However, this does not apply to American football teams, and green will be seen on the field and in the stands for the Packers-Eagles game in Brazil.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
最新一篇文章谈到，AMD在人工智能芯片领域向Nvidia发出了挑战。文章指出，人工智能市场价值预计将在未来10年内增长到1.3万亿美元，而与人工智能相关的硬件市场从2022年的不到400亿美元可能增长到2032年的6400亿美元。文章还提到，AMD在Computex Taipei 2024展会上推出了面向下一代AI个人电脑的Ryzen AI 300 Series处理器和面向桌面的下一代AMD Ryzen 9000 Series处理器。分析师表示，尽管Nvidia目前在AI处理器市场处于领先地位，但AMD也不容忽视，并且正努力巩固其在AI领域的地位。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Under Biden's new federal rules, new vehicles sold in the U.S. will have to average about 38 miles per gallon of gasoline in 2031, up from about 29 mpg this year. The aim is to increase fuel economy by 2% per year for model years 2027 to 2031 for passenger cars and 2% per year for model years 2029 to 2031 for SUVs and light trucks. President Biden hopes that by 2030, half of all new vehicles sold in the U.S. will be electric to combat climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. These standards are expected to save billions of gallons of gasoline, cut carbon emissions, and save vehicle owners over $600 in gasoline costs during the lifetime of their vehicles.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
任何吃過西瓜的人可能都聽過同樣的警告：如果你吃下了西瓜籽，它會在你的胃裡生長。九歲時就該讓這個迷思消失，但仍有許多人更喜歡購買無籽西瓜。西瓜籽因其不佳的口感和干擾品嚐西瓜體驗而受到貶斥。然而，有些人甚至對食用它們感到懷疑。它們像櫻桃核一樣有毒嗎？我們應該吐出它們嗎？我們與註冊營養師薩曼莎·卡西蒂和紐約廚藝學院營養主任塞琳·貝奇曼交談，以區分食用西瓜籽的真相和虛構。西瓜籽是否安全可食？是的，西瓜籽完全安全可食。事實上，它們甚至帶有一些營養益處。一盎司西瓜籽含有七至八克蛋白質，相當於一個特大雞蛋、三盎司豆腐、半杯熟大豆或扁豆。一盎司西瓜籽還含有四克碳水化合物，超過 25% 的纖維。其中的一些最佳營養來源來自於維生素和礦物質的濃度，即鎂和鐵。每盎司西瓜籽含有兩毫克鐵。貝奇曼表示，這相當於男性成年人四分之一的飲食需求和女性成年人需求的 10%。卡西蒂補充說，鎂需要進行 300 多種功能，包括調節心律和身體的壓力反應，而鐵則通過在血液中運輸氧氣支持健康的能量水平。貝奇曼指出，西瓜籽對於需要其他鐵源的植物飲食者和懷孕的人來說是一種極好的零食。食用西瓜籽的風險是什麼？與任何其他食物一樣，最好是適量食用西瓜籽。你可以一邊享用水果一口一口地吃西瓜籽而不會有問題。事實上，你甚至可以單獨享用西瓜籽。一些零食品牌出售裝調味和烤製的西瓜籽，可作為脆脆的零食或沙拉配料，類似南瓜子。貝奇曼補充說，你應該檢查營養標籤，以了解預包裝西瓜籽的鈉含量。當你在飲食中增加更多西瓜籽時，最好慢慢開始。我們的大多數飲食不包含足夠的纖維，因此食用像西瓜籽這樣的高纖維食物可能最初會影響你的胃。它們在脂肪含量方面相對較高，每盎司 13 克，如果大量食用可能也會導致一些消化不適。多虧了我們的消化系統，我們不必擔心西瓜籽在我們的胃里發芽。但重要的是要注意我們吃東西的方式，以避免任何不愉快的副作用。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
After four years of attempts, the Peabody Awards ceremony will finally be held in Los Angeles on June 9. Initially planned for relocation in 2020, the event went virtual due to the pandemic, and the following year was canceled due to Hollywood strikes. This year, Peabody is set to make a comeback with 34 winners spanning various categories, emphasizing storytelling focused on social and political issues. Noteworthy awardees include FX’s 'The Bear,' HBO’s 'The Last of Us,' and critically acclaimed series like 'Last Week Tonight With John Oliver.' The event will also feature special achievement awards for icons like Mel Brooks and new talents like Quinta Brunson.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Investors in the US market are closely monitoring upcoming inflation numbers and the Federal Reserve meeting for indications on whether the recent rally to record highs is sustainable. With conflicting economic signals, including strong job data and slowing growth, investors are seeking clarity on the Fed's rate cut plans. Despite concerns about narrow market concentration and high valuations, expectations of strong corporate results and favorable macro conditions continue to support stocks. Political uncertainty ahead of the 2024 presidential election also adds to market nerves.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
A second pool of mosquitoes in Austin's 78744 ZIP code has tested positive for West Nile virus, prompting public health workers to distribute prevention tools and information door-to-door. The early positive tests are attributed to climate change, with a prediction of an active mosquito season. While no human cases of the virus have been reported yet, experts advise using insect repellent, draining standing water, and avoiding outdoor activities at dusk or dawn. The article also provides information on West Nile virus symptoms, treatment, and tips to keep mosquitoes out of yards, along with guidelines for choosing and using insect repellents effectively.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Source: BARRONS
Reported 6 months ago
Sarah Pidgeon discusses her role as Diana in 'Stereophonic,' a theatrical production that combines music and drama, portraying the struggles and relationships within a rock band. Pidgeon shares insights into her character's journey, the challenges of balancing personal and professional life, and the transformative impact of her Broadway debut performance as Diana. Despite the success and recognition, Pidgeon emphasizes the personal growth and fulfillment she has experienced through the role.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
During an episode of Live with Kelly and Mark, Kelly Ripa, the talk show host, humorously struggled to fit into a vintage skirt from her wardrobe that is around 20 years old. With comments from her co-host and husband, Mark Consuelos, Ripa joked about how the skirt might not survive the day. The playful moment showcased Ripa's willingness to repeat outfits and have a good laugh about it.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
A recent CoreLogic report revealed that in Q1 2024, U.S. homeowners with mortgages gained $1.5 trillion in equity over a year, with the average homeowner adding $28,000 in equity, the highest annual increase since late 2022. States like California, Massachusetts, and New Jersey saw equity increases more than double the national average. The total net equity reached over $17 trillion, with 62% of residential homes having mortgages. This rise in home equity has lifted 190,000 homeowners out of negative equity, now only affecting 1.8% of mortgaged homeowners. Negative equity decreased by 2.1% in Q1, amounting to 1 million homes nationwide.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 6 months ago
Source: INVESTORS