(The Center Square) — A Texas man will pay more fines after using an AI-generated copy of then-President Joe Biden’s voice that urged New Hampshire Democrats not to vote in the 2024 presidential primary. The ruling by U.S. District Court judge Steven J. McAuliffe accepted a special magistrate's report and recommendations that previously ordered Steve Kramer to pay $7,500 in damages with post-judgment interest to each of the three individual plaintiffs involved in the lawsuit. The judge ordered a default judgment against Kramer, who has refused to participate in the court proceedings. The League of Women Voters, one of several groups that signed onto the lawsuit, praised the ruling and said it will prevent unscrupulous groups and individuals from using the technology to spread lies and misinformation. "This victory sends a clear message: the right to vote is sacred, and new technology will not be a shield for those who seek to suppress it," Liz Tentarelli, president of the League of Women Voters of New Hampshire, said in a statement. "The court’s decision affirms that deceptive, AI-generated robocalls designed to intimidate and confuse voters are a direct assault on our democracy and will not be tolerated." Kramer, of New Orleans, admitted generating a message sent to thousands of New Hampshire voters two days before the state’s Jan. 23, 2024, presidential primary. The message urged voters not to vote in the primary. Biden wasn't on the New Hampshire ballot, because of a dispute between the state and national party over the primary date, but his supporters had organized a write-in campaign on his behalf. "It's important that you save your vote for the November election," the recorded message told voters in Biden's voice. "Your votes make a difference in November, not this Tuesday." In court, Kramer testified that the recording was a publicity stunt intended to highlight the potential harms of artificial intelligence platforms to political communication. He argued that because Biden wasn't on the New Hampshire primary ballot, there was no harm done to the defendants. A jury in a criminal trial held in June acquitted Kramer of 11 felony voter suppression charges, each of which was punishable by up to seven years in prison. Lingo Telecom, the company that transmitted the robocalls, agreed to pay $1 million in a settlement with the Federal Communications Commission last year. Kramer was fined $6 million by the FCC but has told media outlets that he won't pay the fine. The federal court ruling comes as Congress considers a bill that would allow the Trump administration to preempt state regulations on artificial intelligence. On Tuesday, a bipartisan group of attorneys general from New Hampshire and 35 other states sent a letter to Congress opposing the plan, warning of the rising online harm and the growing influence of artificial intelligence. "If Congress is serious about grappling with how AI’s emergence creates opportunities and challenges for our safety and well-being, then the states look forward to working with you on a substantive effort," they wrote.

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(The Center Square) — A Texas man will pay more fines after using an AI-generated copy of then-President Joe Biden’s voice that urged New Hampshire Democrats not to vote in the 2024 presidential primary. The ruling by U.S. District Court judge Steven J. McAuliffe accepted a special magistrate's report and recommendations that previously ordered Steve Kramer to pay $7,500 in damages with post-judgment interest to each of the three individual plaintiffs involved in the lawsuit. The judge ordered a default judgment against Kramer, who has refused to participate in the court proceedings. The League of Women Voters, one of several groups that signed onto the lawsuit, praised the ruling and said it will prevent unscrupulous groups and individuals from using the technology to spread lies and misinformation. "This victory sends a clear message: the right to vote is sacred, and new technology will not be a shield for those who seek to suppress it," Liz Tentarelli, president of the League of Women Voters of New Hampshire, said in a statement. "The court’s decision affirms that deceptive, AI-generated robocalls designed to intimidate and confuse voters are a direct assault on our democracy and will not be tolerated." Kramer, of New Orleans, admitted generating a message sent to thousands of New Hampshire voters two days before the state’s Jan. 23, 2024, presidential primary. The message urged voters not to vote in the primary. Biden wasn't on the New Hampshire ballot, because of a dispute between the state and national party over the primary date, but his supporters had organized a write-in campaign on his behalf. "It's important that you save your vote for the November election," the recorded message told voters in Biden's voice. "Your votes make a difference in November, not this Tuesday." In court, Kramer testified that the recording was a publicity stunt intended to highlight the potential harms of artificial intelligence platforms to political communication. He argued that because Biden wasn't on the New Hampshire primary ballot, there was no harm done to the defendants. A jury in a criminal trial held in June acquitted Kramer of 11 felony voter suppression charges, each of which was punishable by up to seven years in prison. Lingo Telecom, the company that transmitted the robocalls, agreed to pay $1 million in a settlement with the Federal Communications Commission last year. Kramer was fined $6 million by the FCC but has told media outlets that he won't pay the fine. The federal court ruling comes as Congress considers a bill that would allow the Trump administration to preempt state regulations on artificial intelligence. On Tuesday, a bipartisan group of attorneys general from New Hampshire and 35 other states sent a letter to Congress opposing the plan, warning of the rising online harm and the growing influence of artificial intelligence. "If Congress is serious about grappling with how AI’s emergence creates opportunities and challenges for our safety and well-being, then the states look forward to working with you on a substantive effort," they wrote.

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(The Center Square) – On Tuesday, Girmay Zahilay, 38, was sworn in as King County executive, making him the youngest person to ever hold the position. He is also the first immigrant and the first refugee to lead Washington state's largest county. Zahilay was sworn in five weeks earlier than usual because he is replacing the appointed executive, Shannon Braddock, who stepped in after the resignation of Dow Constantine in April. Constantine resigned to become the CEO of Sound Transit, ending a 15-year tenure in that position. Since winning election, Zahilay outlined four principal ideas that his administration will follow, which he calls “the four B's for a better future”: Breaking the cycle of homelessness, crime and addictionBuilding better governmentA boots-on-the-ground approachBuilding more affordable housing In his remarks following his swearing in, Zahilay spoke on the challenges King County faced during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, including housing affordability issues, protecting public health and expanding crisis resource centers throughout the region. “If we can get through all of that, then I know we can design solutions and find stability in this new era of threats we’re going through,” Zahilay said. “Whether it’s the historic affordability crisis that so many people in our home are experiencing right now. Whether it’s the massive cuts coming from the federal government, I know we will face the next set of challenges the same way we faced the last set: side-by-side.” Zahilay’s first task as county lead will be to fill his District 2 seat on the King County Council that he held for nearly six years. He will provide three possible candidates to serve as temporary representative until a new candidate is elected in November 2026. The council will then make an appointment to serve out the remainder of the term. Zahilay stated he will only nominate individuals who do not intend on running in next year’s election, and will instead serve as a “caretaker” appointment. During the Tuesday' meeting, county council members praised Braddock for her leadership during her short term as executive, especially regarding challenges with federal funding and handling a $175 million general fund deficit without cuts to essential county services.

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(The Center Square) – On Tuesday, Girmay Zahilay, 38, was sworn in as King County executive, making him the youngest person to ever hold the position. He is also the first immigrant and the first refugee to lead Washington state's largest county. Zahilay was sworn in five weeks earlier than usual because he is replacing the appointed executive, Shannon Braddock, who stepped in after the resignation of Dow Constantine in April. Constantine resigned to become the CEO of Sound Transit, ending a 15-year tenure in that position. Since winning election, Zahilay outlined four principal ideas that his administration will follow, which he calls “the four B's for a better future”: Breaking the cycle of homelessness, crime and addictionBuilding better governmentA boots-on-the-ground approachBuilding more affordable housing In his remarks following his swearing in, Zahilay spoke on the challenges King County faced during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, including housing affordability issues, protecting public health and expanding crisis resource centers throughout the region. “If we can get through all of that, then I know we can design solutions and find stability in this new era of threats we’re going through,” Zahilay said. “Whether it’s the historic affordability crisis that so many people in our home are experiencing right now. Whether it’s the massive cuts coming from the federal government, I know we will face the next set of challenges the same way we faced the last set: side-by-side.” Zahilay’s first task as county lead will be to fill his District 2 seat on the King County Council that he held for nearly six years. He will provide three possible candidates to serve as temporary representative until a new candidate is elected in November 2026. The council will then make an appointment to serve out the remainder of the term. Zahilay stated he will only nominate individuals who do not intend on running in next year’s election, and will instead serve as a “caretaker” appointment. During the Tuesday' meeting, county council members praised Braddock for her leadership during her short term as executive, especially regarding challenges with federal funding and handling a $175 million general fund deficit without cuts to essential county services.

La empresaria compartió una foto abrazando a su hija Isabella en un momento de enorme revuelo mediático.

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La empresaria compartió una foto abrazando a su hija Isabella en un momento de enorme revuelo mediático.

Владимир Путин прибыл в Бишкек и встретился с президентом Кыргызстана Садыром Жапаровым в его новой резиденции "Ынтымак Ордо" ("Ставка Согласия"). С собой Путин привез делегацию из семи министров, главы ЦБ, руководителей "Росатома" и "Роспотребнадзора", а также миллиардеров Абрамовича и Бажаева

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Владимир Путин прибыл в Бишкек и встретился с президентом Кыргызстана Садыром Жапаровым в его новой резиденции "Ынтымак Ордо" ("Ставка Согласия"). С собой Путин привез делегацию из семи министров, главы ЦБ, руководителей "Росатома" и "Роспотребнадзора", а также миллиардеров Абрамовича и Бажаева

L'arrivée de camions citernes à Bamako permet une nette amélioration de la disponibilité de carburant depuis deux jours. Après le léger mieux déjà constaté depuis deux semaines, ce nouvel élan suscite l'enthousiasme, mais se limite pour le moment à la capitale. Les dispositifs administratifs et militaires récemment mis en place semblent porter leurs fruits. Selon les autorités de transition, l'approvisionnement en carburant serait même supérieur à ce qu'il était avant le début du blocus imposé par les jihadistes du Jnim depuis début septembre. Mais les chiffres présentés ne correspondent pas à la réalité.

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L'arrivée de camions citernes à Bamako permet une nette amélioration de la disponibilité de carburant depuis deux jours. Après le léger mieux déjà constaté depuis deux semaines, ce nouvel élan suscite l'enthousiasme, mais se limite pour le moment à la capitale. Les dispositifs administratifs et militaires récemment mis en place semblent porter leurs fruits. Selon les autorités de transition, l'approvisionnement en carburant serait même supérieur à ce qu'il était avant le début du blocus imposé par les jihadistes du Jnim depuis début septembre. Mais les chiffres présentés ne correspondent pas à la réalité.

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A former vice president with an Iowa-based convenience store chain is suing the company, alleging gender discrimination by a female executive accused by her colleagues of hating men. Stuart Taylor, a former Kum & Go vice president, is suing the company and Chief Marketing Officer Tracy Ging in U.S. District Court for the Southern District […]

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A former vice president with an Iowa-based convenience store chain is suing the company, alleging gender discrimination by a female executive accused by her colleagues of hating men. Stuart Taylor, a former Kum & Go vice president, is suing the company and Chief Marketing Officer Tracy Ging in U.S. District Court for the Southern District […]

По последним данным, 36 человек погибли, 279 пропали без вести в результате пожара в высотном жилом комплексе «Ван Фук Корт» в районе Тай По на севере Гонконга, сообщает South China Morning Post, ссылаясь на данные местных властей. Один из погибших — сотрудник пожарной службы. 29 человек госпитализированы, семеро из них находятся в критическом состоянии.

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По последним данным, 36 человек погибли, 279 пропали без вести в результате пожара в высотном жилом комплексе «Ван Фук Корт» в районе Тай По на севере Гонконга, сообщает South China Morning Post, ссылаясь на данные местных властей. Один из погибших — сотрудник пожарной службы. 29 человек госпитализированы, семеро из них находятся в критическом состоянии.

وزیر خارجه کشورمان گفت: تبادل زندانیان میان دو کشور مذاکره و نهایی شده و اکنون تنها منتظر تکمیل روندهای حقوقی و قضایی در تهران و پاریس است.

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وزیر خارجه کشورمان گفت: تبادل زندانیان میان دو کشور مذاکره و نهایی شده و اکنون تنها منتظر تکمیل روندهای حقوقی و قضایی در تهران و پاریس است.

U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kansas, renews call for firm, fair negotiations to bring an end to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kansas, renews call for firm, fair negotiations to bring an end to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Residential streets will get plowed under certain circumstances. The post What to know about Indy’s new snow removal policy appeared first on Mirror Indy.

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Residential streets will get plowed under certain circumstances. The post What to know about Indy’s new snow removal policy appeared first on Mirror Indy.

Al final de la tarde, en un buen cuenco, un tacacá servido bien caliente es un plato indispensable en las ciudades amazónicas. Hecho a base de productos de la yuca, camarón seco y jambú –la hierba de los dientes–, el plato tiene origen indígena y es preparado por las llamadas tacacaceras. Ahora, el oficio de estas cocineras, que son las guardianas de la receta, es considerado patrimonio cultural del país por el Instituto del Patrimonio Histórico y Artístico Nacional (Iphan). En general, las recetas de tacacá son secretos de familia transmitidos de generación en generación. Cada una tiene su manera de equilibrar la alcalinidad de la goma con la acidez del tucupí, condimentados con achicoria, albahaca e incluso ajo, variando en cada puesto de venta. A partir de su registro como patrimonio, le corresponde al Iphan elaborar un plan de salvaguardia para este bien. La medida debe incluir formas de divulgación gastronómica, gestión de los pequeños negocios, acceso a materias primas y mejora de los puntos de venta. Orgullo Con 71 años, Maria de Nazaré, la tía Naza, cuenta que aprendió a hacer el plato con su abuela y su madre. Hace 15 años que la venta del producto, en Manaos, es su principal fuente de ingresos. "El tacacá siempre existió en mi vida; yo vendía al final de la tarde, después del trabajo, frente a mi casa. Formé a dos nietos abogados, dos médicos y un periodista." Nazaré estuvo en Brasilia esta semana y participó en la reunión del Iphan que tomó la decisión. "Ser tacacacera es tener orgullo de nuestros ingredientes únicos. La culinaria amazónica está viva, es potente y merece ser celebrada", afirmó. Con el paso de los años, el caldo de tacacá ha aceptado variaciones. Se sirve con cangrejo, palomitas de maíz e incluso en versión vegana, con palmito o aceitunas. Tacacacera Maria de Nazaré Oliveira, Tia Naza, con hojas de jambu. Foto: Tia Naza/Arquivo Pessoal - Tia Naza/Arquivo Pessoal Investigación Para convertir el oficio de tacacacera en patrimonio cultural, el Iphan organizó un proyecto de investigación y documentación sobre la tradición involucrada en la preparación del plato y los saberes relacionados, desde la compra de los ingredientes hasta la comercialización. El trabajo se realizó en asociación con la Universidad Federal del Oeste de Pará (Ufopa). El equipo estuvo en siete estados documentando y escuchando a las cocineras sobre el registro como patrimonio cultural. En el dossier que fundamentó la decisión de inscribir el oficio en el Libro de los Saberes, el Iphan explicó que las tacacaceras son "detentoras de saberes y secretos" y dan continuidad "no solo a los modos de hacer de un plato elaborado, sino a formas de sociabilidad". Estas mujeres también son responsables de transmitir, paso a paso, un "conocimiento exclusivo", de modo que la práctica no se pierda, dice el texto. Historia El tacacá es típicamente indígena, pero su comercialización se registró a finales del siglo XIX, con la expansión urbana en la Amazonía y la escasez de trabajo. En aquel entonces, las mujeres pasaron a vender alimentos en la calle como estrategia de supervivencia, conciliando el cuidado del hogar y el sustento.

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Al final de la tarde, en un buen cuenco, un tacacá servido bien caliente es un plato indispensable en las ciudades amazónicas. Hecho a base de productos de la yuca, camarón seco y jambú –la hierba de los dientes–, el plato tiene origen indígena y es preparado por las llamadas tacacaceras. Ahora, el oficio de estas cocineras, que son las guardianas de la receta, es considerado patrimonio cultural del país por el Instituto del Patrimonio Histórico y Artístico Nacional (Iphan). En general, las recetas de tacacá son secretos de familia transmitidos de generación en generación. Cada una tiene su manera de equilibrar la alcalinidad de la goma con la acidez del tucupí, condimentados con achicoria, albahaca e incluso ajo, variando en cada puesto de venta. A partir de su registro como patrimonio, le corresponde al Iphan elaborar un plan de salvaguardia para este bien. La medida debe incluir formas de divulgación gastronómica, gestión de los pequeños negocios, acceso a materias primas y mejora de los puntos de venta. Orgullo Con 71 años, Maria de Nazaré, la tía Naza, cuenta que aprendió a hacer el plato con su abuela y su madre. Hace 15 años que la venta del producto, en Manaos, es su principal fuente de ingresos. "El tacacá siempre existió en mi vida; yo vendía al final de la tarde, después del trabajo, frente a mi casa. Formé a dos nietos abogados, dos médicos y un periodista." Nazaré estuvo en Brasilia esta semana y participó en la reunión del Iphan que tomó la decisión. "Ser tacacacera es tener orgullo de nuestros ingredientes únicos. La culinaria amazónica está viva, es potente y merece ser celebrada", afirmó. Con el paso de los años, el caldo de tacacá ha aceptado variaciones. Se sirve con cangrejo, palomitas de maíz e incluso en versión vegana, con palmito o aceitunas. Tacacacera Maria de Nazaré Oliveira, Tia Naza, con hojas de jambu. Foto: Tia Naza/Arquivo Pessoal - Tia Naza/Arquivo Pessoal Investigación Para convertir el oficio de tacacacera en patrimonio cultural, el Iphan organizó un proyecto de investigación y documentación sobre la tradición involucrada en la preparación del plato y los saberes relacionados, desde la compra de los ingredientes hasta la comercialización. El trabajo se realizó en asociación con la Universidad Federal del Oeste de Pará (Ufopa). El equipo estuvo en siete estados documentando y escuchando a las cocineras sobre el registro como patrimonio cultural. En el dossier que fundamentó la decisión de inscribir el oficio en el Libro de los Saberes, el Iphan explicó que las tacacaceras son "detentoras de saberes y secretos" y dan continuidad "no solo a los modos de hacer de un plato elaborado, sino a formas de sociabilidad". Estas mujeres también son responsables de transmitir, paso a paso, un "conocimiento exclusivo", de modo que la práctica no se pierda, dice el texto. Historia El tacacá es típicamente indígena, pero su comercialización se registró a finales del siglo XIX, con la expansión urbana en la Amazonía y la escasez de trabajo. En aquel entonces, las mujeres pasaron a vender alimentos en la calle como estrategia de supervivencia, conciliando el cuidado del hogar y el sustento.

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Gov. Ron DeSantis may get a chance to appoint up to 25 additional judges in his final year in office if the Florida Legislature goes along with a new request from the state Supreme Court. DeSantis has repeatedly boasted about his efforts to reshape Florida’s judicial branch, including the state Supreme Court. Five of the […]

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Gov. Ron DeSantis may get a chance to appoint up to 25 additional judges in his final year in office if the Florida Legislature goes along with a new request from the state Supreme Court. DeSantis has repeatedly boasted about his efforts to reshape Florida’s judicial branch, including the state Supreme Court. Five of the […]

Following the busiest year on record for the U.S. National Park Service, which saw more than 331 million visitors in 2024, the Department of the Interior announced this week changes to how national parks will be accessed next year. The major change is the implementation of resident and nonresident fees for national parks, an idea […]

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Following the busiest year on record for the U.S. National Park Service, which saw more than 331 million visitors in 2024, the Department of the Interior announced this week changes to how national parks will be accessed next year. The major change is the implementation of resident and nonresident fees for national parks, an idea […]

O direito e a segurança das mulheres têm sido pontos centrais das eleições em Honduras, que serão realizadas no próximo domingo (30) e contam com uma hondurenha entre os principais candidatos à presidência. No país mais violento da América Central, a impunidade em relação à violência de gênero chega a 90%, segundo dados oficiais.

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O direito e a segurança das mulheres têm sido pontos centrais das eleições em Honduras, que serão realizadas no próximo domingo (30) e contam com uma hondurenha entre os principais candidatos à presidência. No país mais violento da América Central, a impunidade em relação à violência de gênero chega a 90%, segundo dados oficiais.

El británico cierra su temporada más amarga sin un solo podio y con dudas sobre su futuro.

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El británico cierra su temporada más amarga sin un solo podio y con dudas sobre su futuro.

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Following the busiest year on record for the U.S. National Park Service, which saw more than 331 million visitors in 2024, the Department of the Interior announced this week changes to how national parks will be accessed next year. The major change is the implementation of resident and nonresident fees for national parks, an idea […]

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Following the busiest year on record for the U.S. National Park Service, which saw more than 331 million visitors in 2024, the Department of the Interior announced this week changes to how national parks will be accessed next year. The major change is the implementation of resident and nonresident fees for national parks, an idea […]

Дуже складно когось переконати, що тут немає політичного сприяння – Радіна

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A hometown Hall of Famer whose signature move is the "619," Rey Mysterio Jr.’s legacy is carried on by his son Dominik, aka "Dirty Dom."

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A hometown Hall of Famer whose signature move is the "619," Rey Mysterio Jr.’s legacy is carried on by his son Dominik, aka "Dirty Dom."

As winter closes in across much of North America, migratory birds are heading south to warmer climes and more abundant food. But until recently, scientists didn’t have a good understanding of exactly where they went. Researchers from the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology U.S. analyzed observations from eBird, a global […]

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As winter closes in across much of North America, migratory birds are heading south to warmer climes and more abundant food. But until recently, scientists didn’t have a good understanding of exactly where they went. Researchers from the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology U.S. analyzed observations from eBird, a global […]