China wants to dominate in AI — and some of its models are already beating their U.S. rivals

A Boston-based 3D printing company created a harness for a green sea turtle named Charlotte, who suffered from "bubble butt syndrome" due to a boat wound, enabling her to swim normally again. The harness, made with the help of Adia and New Balance Athletics, includes a weight system to adjust for the air bubble causing the tilting. Volunteers with 3D printing expertise are sought to replicate the design to assist more sea turtles with the...

The article discusses the Toronto Maple Leafs' preparations for the playoffs this year, questioning whether they are better equipped than in previous seasons. It highlights the team's performance and strategies leading up to the postseason, analyzing key players and potential challenges they may face. The article also explores how the Maple Leafs are working to strengthen their game and increase their chances of success in the playoffs. Full Article

Keir Starmer faces a setback as the new prime minister of Mauritius criticizes the deal to grant sovereignty over the Chagos Islands, citing concerns over expected benefits. The strategic location of the islands in the Indian Ocean, which includes a UK-US military base, adds complexity to the agreement. Despite initial government support, doubts arise over the handover following Dr. Ramgoolam's comments, with Chagossians seeking to return after being expelled in the 1970s, and the International...

The U.K. is developing regulations to govern the use of copyrighted material by tech companies for AI training. A consultation has been launched to provide clarity on obtaining and using intellectual property for AI training. Some artists and publishers are concerned about companies like OpenAI and Google using their content without permission to train large language models, leading to legal disputes such as the one between The New York Times and Microsoft/OpenAI, and Getty Images...

Father and stepmother of a 10-year-old girl in England were sentenced to life in prison for her murder, with the uncle receiving 16 years for causing or allowing her death. The family fled to Pakistan after her death, but returned to Britain and were arrested. The trial exposed horrific abuse details, including more than 70 fresh injuries, leading to calls for reforms in the child protection system to prevent such tragedies from recurring. Full Article

Senior Russian general Igor Kirillov was killed in a bomb blast in Moscow, with Ukraine's Security Service claiming responsibility. The bombing, which occurred outside an apartment building, resulted in Kirillov's death along with his assistant, with the explosive device being remotely operated. Russia has opened a criminal case, treating the incident as a terrorist attack, while Ukraine accuses Kirillov of war crimes for using banned chemical weapons during the invasion of Ukraine. Full Article