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Chinese zoo denies its sun bears are people in costume
A zoo in eastern China has denied suggestions that some of its bears were people dressed in costume after videos of a Malayan sun bear standing on its hind legs – and looking uncannily human – went viral, fueling rumors and conspiracy theories on Chinese social media.
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Mitch McConnell to step down from GOP leadership position in the Senate
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell will step down as GOP leader in November, the Kentucky Republican announced on the Senate floor Wednesday, marking the end of an era on Capitol Hill and setting up a high-stakes race for his successor.
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Hutchinson suspends presidential campaign
Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson announced Tuesday he’s ending his presidential campaign following a dismal showing in Monday night’s Iowa caucuses, which were dominated by former President Donald Trump.
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella ‘optimistic’ about AI's future
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said during the World Economic Forum in Switzerland on Tuesday that he is “hopeful” and “optimistic” about the future of artificial intelligence, but that countries should be on the same page when it comes to embracing a set of industry standards.
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Ava DuVernay Dives Into the 'Origins' in Insightful Conversation
Ava DuVernay Talks ‘Origins’; Says ‘All the ‘isms’ sit on top of this thing called caste’ + Inclusion of Book Burning Scene
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Hyundai and Rhizome Collaborate to Unveil the Future of Art and Technology with 'Seven on Seven' (7x7) Relaunch
Iconic Program Returns with a Focus on Artificial Intelligence, Uniting Visionary Artists and Technologists
Hyundai Motor continues partnership with Rhizome of the New Museum for the 2024 edition of ‘Seven on Seven’ (7x7), the iconic art and technology program 7x7 pairs artists with technologists to make something new, with the results presented at a public conference on January 27 at the New Museum The partnership highlights Hyundai Motor’s commitment to fostering innovation and creativity, with this year’s program exploring AI’s impact on various aspects of life
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Congressional probe finds communications gear in Chinese cranes, raises spying concerns
Some Chinese-made cranes used at US ports contain communications equipment with no clear purpose or record of their installation, according to a new congressional investigation that will heighten US concerns that the cranes could be used for surveillance or sabotage.
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Justice Served: Humble Man Receives Life Sentence for Fatal Shooting of Girlfriend in 2021
In a landmark verdict, a 32-year-old man from Humble has been sentenced to life in prison for the tragic shooting of his girlfriend during a heated argument back in 2021. Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg made the announcement, marking a pivotal moment in the pursuit of justice for the victim, 27-year-old Ryniscia Sanford.
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Trump vs. Comey: Who Will America Trust?
Trump fired Comey last week
Sources confirm Comey wrote memos of some of his encounters with Trump
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Successive Waves of Massive Storms Cover Tahoe Ski Resorts in Six Feet of Snow, Forecasts Calling for Additional Accumulations of 3 to 5 Feet
Jubilant Skiers and Snowboarders Rejoice as Resorts 100% Open; Ideal Conditions for January's Learn to Ski or Snowboard Month
Lake Tahoe ski resorts are in the midst of a potentially historic storm cycle with more than six feet of fresh snow already on the ground and forecasters calling for additional accumulations of more than 3 to 5 feet heading into next week. Perfectly timed for January's Learn to Ski or Snowboard Month, Lake Tahoe resorts are making it easy for guests to stick to their New Year's resolution to hit the slopes this season and elevate their riding to the next level.
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A Timeline of a Historic Oscars Blunder
Director Barry Jenkins said he "speechless" after his movie "Moonlight" was announced as the winner of best picture on Sunday night, following an unprecedented moment in Oscars history. And he wasn't the only one.
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Cleveland Murder Suspect Steve Stephens Kills Himself After Pursuit
Steve Stephens, the Cleveland murder suspect who posted video of the slaying on Facebook, killed himself in Pennsylvania after a police chase, officers said Tuesday.
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Man Dragged off United flight Has Concussion, Will File Suit, Lawyer Says
The passenger forcefully removed from a United Airlines flight this week has a concussion and broken nose, his attorney told reporters Thursday, adding that the 69-year-old physician will file a lawsuit.
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Here's how NASA fared under Trump
President Donald Trump ignited a months-long political battle in 2017 when he appointed Jim Bridenstine, a Republican congressman from Oklahoma, to run NASA.
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No Supreme Court nominee yet, but McConnell already on the cusp of having the votes
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has been steadfast that the US Senate will vote on President Donald Trump's nomination to the Supreme Court this year. In less than three days -- and before a nominee has even been selected -- it appears McConnell is already on track to have the votes.
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How the Parkland students pulled off a massive national protest in only 5 weeks
Just five weeks ago, a gunman killed 17 of their friends and teachers at school and changed the course of their lives. This weekend, the students of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School led a historic march for gun control, what they called a March for Our Lives.
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Trump's CIA pick faces growing Hill scrutiny over destruction of interrogation tapes
President Donald Trump's choice to run the CIA has privately faced a barrage of questions from senators over her role in the Bush-era destruction of CIA interrogation tapes, but she still hasn't alleviated a number of concerns about the matter ahead of her confirmation hearings.
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The stunning downfall of Bear Stearns and its bridge-playing CEO
Bear Stearns was on fire. And its colorful chairman, Jimmy Cayne, was playing cards. The smallest investment bank on Wall Street had survived the Great Depression, Black Monday and the September 11 terror attacks. But by March 2008, clients and trading partners were bolting the firm because it had made huge bets on what turned out to be toxic mortgages.
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AboutThatCar.com: 2018 Volvo V90, S90, XC60
When Volvo picked us up at the airport I and my riding partner climbed into the back seats of what turned out to be a 2018 XC90 Excellence. It was the most luxurious utility vehicle I had ever been in.
