The Merriam-Webster word of the year for 2023 is “authentic,” in an era of deepfakes, post-truth, and the rise of artificial intelligence. According to Peter Sokolowski, editor at large, the great interest in the word was due to a crisis of authenticity, as consumers question authentic portrayals of art, cuisine, and self. This trend was …
Geert Wilders, a fiery Dutch politician, has been a controversial figure in the Netherlands and worldwide. Threatened with death by Islamic extremists and convicted of insulting Moroccans, Wilders has drawn comparisons with Donald Trump. Despite facing challenges, Wilders recently celebrated a massive election victory, positioning himself to form the next government and possibly become the …
The Hague, Netherlands (AP) — Often compared to former US President Donald Trump, Geert Wilders has faced threats from Islamic extremists, legal trouble for insulting Moroccans, and once being barred from entering Britain for his controversial views. Now, Wilders has secured a commanding victory in the Dutch election, positioning himself to form the next ruling …
(Bloomberg) — Amid ongoing industry drama, OpenAI has announced the return of Sam Altman and a full overhaul of its board, signaling a significant shift that has captivated Silicon Valley and the global AI ecosystem. Allegedly, these changes in leadership point to evolving industry priorities and new regulatory and commercialization clarities with regards to AI …
(Bloomberg) — A stunning reversal has taken place at OpenAI, the company that has been the center of a drama that’s captivated Silicon Valley and the global AI industry. Sam Altman is making a return as the chief executive officer, and the initial board will be led by Bret Taylor, a former co-CEO of Salesforce …
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III Under Fire for Controversial Skin A buyable cosmetic skin in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III is sparking controversy and is set to be removed after receiving backlash from the gaming community. Phantom Liberty DLC and V’s Fate in Cyberpunk 2077 Find out more about what’s to come in …
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who made a public campaign announcement on Twitter, is under fire for not directly condemning Elon Musk for his recent endorsement of an anti-Semitic post on the platform. This controversy comes as Jewish Americans are dealing with a concerning increase in hate crimes. The situation began when a user, who identified …
Homewood Mountain Resort at Lake Tahoe has made a bold decision. After departing from a members-only approach, the resort is now open to the public. This move comes after much anticipation from skiers and snowboarders alike. Under new management, Homewood Mountain Resort aims to maintain its status as a premier winter destination. As a 1,260-acre …
Good morning, Quartz readers! Here’s the latest news you need to know: 1. The US is investing $3.5 billion in upgrading the electrical grid to withstand extreme weather events like wildfires. 2. US president Joe Biden met with Israeli leaders but did not meet Arab leaders as planned, leaving questions about relief supplies entering Gaza. …
Stephen Colbert Takes Time Off from Hosting The Late Show Due to COVID-19 Recovery Stephen Colbert, the beloved host of The Late Show on CBS, will be stepping away from his hosting duties for the remainder of the week as he continues to recover from a bout of COVID-19. In a heartfelt message shared on …