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Apr
26

It isn't just Boeing that's bleeding billions — major US airlines are hemorrhaging cash too

A Boeing manufacturing plant. Toby Scott/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images It's not just Boeing. Airlines are facing big losses as well.Southwest Airlines and American Airlines posted losses in the first quarter of 2024.Southwest CEO Bob Jordan said Boeing's aircraft delivery delays "are very painful." Boeing isn't the only company grappling...

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Apr
26

I just watched Critical Role's heartbreak prince make fans lose their minds for 6 hours on Twitch. It shows why his crew rules nerd world.

Critical Role's Liam O'Brien took his fans on a wild jaunt through the "Candela Obscura" Fairelands on Thursday night. Critical Role The finale of "Candela Obscura: The Circle of the Crimson Mirror" aired on Thursday night.The six-hour stream, helmed by Critical Role's Liam O'Brien, was a terrifying end to the series.The stream shows why CR continu...

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Apr
26

A dietitian wants you to know pasta isn't the enemy. Here are 5 ways to make your favorite carb even healthier.

Pasta can be part of a healthy diet. Eugenio Marongiu/ Getty Carbohydrates are an important part of a balanced diet, and pasta can be a great source. Lisa Valente, a registered dietitian, shared five ways to make your pasta dishes even healthier.These include adding protein and vegetables and choosing the least processed jarred sauces. The myth tha...

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Apr
26

An Oklahoma tourist says he faces 12 years in prison in the Caribbean after he mistakenly left 4 bullets from a hunting trip in his carry-on duffel bag

Motorboat pulling an inflatable seat over the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea in front of a busy beach. Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos Islands. Margaret Whittaker/Design Pics Editorial/Universal Images Group via Getty Images Ryan Watson was on vacation when he was charged with illegally carrying ammo into Turks and Caicos.He and his wife...

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Apr
26

Microsoft's going to keep spending big as AI continues to boom

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Microsoft plans to boost spending on AI and cloud services as demand rises.The company made $26.7 billion in revenue this quarter from cloud products, including Azure.Microsoft's spending commitment follows leaked plans to acquire 1.8 million AI chips in 2024. Microsoft won't slow down its ar...

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Apr
26

Newly minted RNC chair Lara Trump says they've got lawsuits cooking in 81 states. There are 50 states.

Lara Trump was elected cochair of the Republican National Committee in March 2024. The former TV-news producer is married to former President Donald Trump's son, Eric. Timothy A. Clary/AFP via Getty Images Lara Trump says the RNC has been working hard to tackle voter fraud ahead of the upcoming elections."We have lawsuits in 81 states right now," L...

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Apr
26

AuditBoard upgrades its risk management platform with built-in LLM descriptions

Prior to AuditBoard, many auditors relied on off-the-shelf spreadsheet software which they had to manually adjust to fit their needs.Read More

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Apr
26

Microsoft and Alphabet just proved AI boom has room to run

Google CEO Sundar Pichai and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella both attributed part of their strong quarterly performance to their companies' investment in AI. Justin Sullivan, Ethan Miller/Getty Images Microsoft and Alphabet reported quarterly earnings that beat Wall Street's expectations.Their CEOs said that their profits are in part thanks to their co...

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Apr
26

CEOs make the message clear on AI's big payoff: Be patient

Mark Zuckerberg, Sam Altman, and Elon Musk are just a few of the CEOs making big bets on AI. Andrew Caballero-Reynolds, Halil Sagirkaya, Beata Zawrzel/Getty Images Major companies are pouring vast amounts of resources and money into artificial intelligence.But many have yet to see any significant returns on their investment.CEOs hope to re-assure s...

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Apr
26

A woman moved to Florida after her home burned in the Lahaina fires, and the cheapest Maui rental she could find was $10,000 a month

Thousands of families were displaced by the fires on Maui, Hawaii, in August. Mario Tama/Getty Images The fires in Maui, Hawaii, displaced 6,200 families, many of whom are still looking for housing.Some locals have left the state altogether, while others are desperate to stay in their communities.Lawmakers are weighing a bill aimed at curbing short...

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Apr
26

I never wanted to have kids in the US. Now, I'm happily raising a toddler in Germany.

Susannah Edelbaum is happily raising her toddler in Berlin. Susannah Edelbaum Susannah Edelbaum got inspired to move from New York to Berlin 10 years ago while visiting friends.She ended up getting married and having a baby in Germany but has struggled with a lot of bureaucracy.She was impressed with the postpartum care and has no interest in going...

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Apr
26

Intel reports 9% YoY Q1 growth, driven by computing, AI and edge products

Intel announced its earnings under its new financial structuring model as it seeks to establish itself as a leader in AI hardware.Read More

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Apr
25

The 10 best large litter boxes for big cats in 2024

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more The best large litter boxes give big cats the extra space they need to eliminate comfortably. Chewy; KittyGoHere; Boxscoop/Business Insider Whether you have one cat or five, providing them with one of the best large litter boxes will save you headaches and...

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Apr
25

Trump feared for campaign, not family, as sex scandals were caught and killed, ex-Enquirer CEO tells hush-money jury

Donald Trump waves to reporters as he enters the courtroom for his hush-money trial in New York. Reuters/Spencer Platt A key "catch-and-kill" witness testified for a third day on Thursday in Trump's NY hush-money trial.Ex-National Enquirer publisher David Pecker described scrambling to bury Trump's secrets.When a porn star and Playboy Bunny both ca...

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Apr
25

Bird flu particles were found in pasteurized milk. A former surgeon general says he isn't changing what he eats.

Driver Tony Kanaan of Brazil takes the traditional drink of milk after winning the 97th running of the Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Jeff Haynes/Reuters H5N1 avian influenza, also called bird flu, is spreading through US chickens and now cattle.The FDA discovered genetic material from the virus in grocery store milk.Former su...

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Apr
25

Synthesia takes next leap in AI video with ‘expressive avatars’

Synthesia says healthcare companies could use the new technology to create more empathetic videos for their patients or marketing teams could use it to convey excitement and optimism in their demo clips.Read More

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Apr
25

RIP Blizzcon 2024: Blizzard promises reveals at other events

Blizzard is shelving Blizzcon for 2024. Instead, the developer plans to make major announcements at other industry trade shows and events.Read More

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Apr
25

Activision Blizzard and AbleGamers’ fundraiser champions inclusive design

Activision Blizzard and AbleGamers have launched a fundraising campaign, as part of the company's work together on inclusive design.Read More

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Apr
25

Macro concerns kept games investors cautious in Q1 2024 I InvestGame

Gaming investments totaled $2.2B in Q1 2024 according to InvestGame. Investors remain risk-averse with few exit options on the table.Read More

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Apr
25

Mon Protocol exposes MetalCore Web3 game to Pixelmon’s 1.1M players

Studio369, the game development company behind blockchain-powered multiplayer shooter MetalCore, has teamed with Pixelmon.Read More

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