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Cohere launches an open source voice model specifically for transcription
Relatively light at just 2 billion parameters, the model is meant for use with consumer-grade GPUs for those who want to self-host it. It currently supports 14 languages.
This cow uses tools like a primate—and scientists are stunned
A cow named Veronika has stunned scientists by using tools in a flexible and purposeful way. She chooses different ends of a brush depending on the part of her body and adjusts her movements accordingly. This level of tool use is incredibly rare and...
Deepfake X-rays are so real even doctors can’t tell the difference
Deepfake X-rays created by AI are now convincing enough to fool both doctors and AI models. In tests, radiologists had limited success identifying fake images, especially when they didn’t know they were being shown. This opens the door to risks like...
Two drone strikes on civilian targets kill 28 people in Sudan
Market in North Darfur and truck carrying civilians in North Kordofan hit as civil war approaches fourth yearAt least 28 civilians have been killed in two separate drone strikes in Sudan, according to health workers, as the country’s brutal civil...
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy says US has linked security guarantees to ceding of Donbas
Ukrainian president says peace deal proposed by US includes handing over land to Russia. What we know on day 1,492 Continue reading...
Vivid dreams may be the secret to deeper, more restful sleep
Vivid dreams might be doing more than just entertaining your mind at night. Researchers found that immersive dreaming can actually make sleep feel deeper and more refreshing, even when brain activity is high. Surprisingly, people reported their...
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Middle East war live: Israel-Lebanon ceasefire continues as Trump hopes for peace deal
Ocean species are disappearing before scientists can even find them
Iran-backed Houthis join war with attack against Israel
G7 allies press Rubio on US Iran plans, discuss Strait of Hormuz
'No Kings' protests — Trump critics rally across the US
Palestine Action supporters arrested as London’s Met Police reverse policy
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لماذا يفكر الألمان في ترك وظائفهم والعمل بالخارج؟
أظهر استطلاع أن ثلثي عاملي ألمانيا خصوصا ذوي الدخل المرتفع يفكرون بالعمل خارجها وثلثهم استفسروا فعلا بشأن فرص عملهم ببلدان أخرى، بهدف تحسين الأجور وجودة الحياة وتقليل الضرائب. لكن معظمهم لا يريدون البقاء هناك بشكل دائم.
AI, VR, learning of the future at any age, on a free digital campus with over 600 courses
Germany’s Schleswig-Holstein has launched a digital campus with over 600 online and in-person courses on AI, virtual and augmented reality and other cutting-edge technologies. It is free of charge and open to all.
В Крыму приостановлен прием детей в летние лагеря, включая "Артек"
Назначенный РФ "глава" Крыма Аксенов сообщил, что до 1 сентября прием в детские группы в лагерях на полуострове запрещен. При этом в Севастополе заезд на смены 24 и 25 июня состоится, сообщил "губернатор" Развожаев.
Дитер Болен назвал победу Украины в войне "худшим сценарием"
Экс-участник Modern Talking Дитер Болен вновь высказался о войне в Украине и назвал победу Киева "худшим сценарием". Многие СМИ в Германии раскритиковали эти слова, обвинив музыканта в игнорировании реальности.
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As Cuba's power crisis deepens, Havana's residents speak out
Under pressure from the Trump administration, the Cuban government has announced a sweeping package of economic reforms — a historic opening, marking the gradual liberalisation of the communist regime. But the island is still running on empty:...
Colombia election: Hard-right candidate claims victory
Right-wing presidential candidate, Abelardo de la Espriella, won 49.66% of the Colombians' votes, according to preliminary results. Outgoing President Gustavo Petro said "neither candidate can be declared president."
EN DIRECT, guerre au Moyen-Orient : après un message menaçant de Donald Trump, la délégation iranienne quitte le lieu où se déroulaient les discussions en Suisse, mais maintient les pourparlers
Un diplomate iranien proche des négociations a affirmé à l’AFP que son pays restait « engagé » dans les discussions avec Washington, alors que le président américain a enjoint plus tôt à Téhéran d’empêcher ses alliés au Liban, en référence au...
Czechia: Thousands march in support of public media funding
Prime Minister Andrej Babis' government has been accused of seeking to take control over Czech public media. The plan would leave broadcasters with a 15% funding cut and no guarantees of continued future funding.
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French heatwave drives up demand for AC, despite concerns
The second early-season heatwave of the year has brought the return of a politically-charged issue. That of air-conditioning - for decades, France has been notoriously reticent to adopt the technology - currently just 25% of French households have...
Read this before you vibe-code another app
Bob Starr was delighted with his vibe-coded website. "Boomberg" showed how much US tax money is going to tech companies, and Starr launched it online immediately after making it. It wasn't until months after the site went live that he realized there...
Wahlsieg für rechten Kandidaten De la Espriella in Kolumbien
Die Stichwahl um das Präsidentenamt in Kolumbien hat der Rechtsaußen-Bewerber Abelardo de la Espriella gewonnen. Der Sieg über seinen linken Rivalen Ivan Cepeda fiel allerdings knapp aus und könnte angefochten werden.
Mbappé eyes ‘special’ Iraq match, says France more offensive than past World Cup squads
France captain Kylian Mbappé said Les Bleus’ abundance of talent up front gives them a more offensive edge than at the past two World Cups as they aim to book a place in the knockout stage on Monday with victory over Iraq – in a game that will see...