Google is developing a new AI-powered search engine called Project Magi to compete with Microsoft's Bing, which is powered by generative AI technology. Google is also making changes to its existing search engine to make it more AI-friendly, introducing features such as natural language processing. Industry analysts are closely watching Google's efforts to stay ahead of the competition and ensure its search engine remains the go-to choice for users.
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Abdelaziz and Wilson, two parents from Las Vegas, have had their fraud convictions overturned by a federal appeals court on Wednesday. The pair were found guilty in 2021 of paying bribes to get their kids into elite universities as part of the “Operation Varsity Blues” scandal. The appeals court ruling is a major victory for the two parents, and could have implications for other parents who were charged in the scandal. It remains to be seen how the ruling will affect the college admissions process going forward.
A clinical trial has found that a wearable patch may help prevent severe allergic reactions in toddlers with peanut allergies. The patch, named Viaskin, works by exposing the body to small doses of peanut protein over time, allowing the body to build up a tolerance. If successful, it could provide a much-needed solution for parents of children with peanut allergies and potentially be available in the near future.
Israeli military airstrikes against the Islamic Jihad militant group in the Gaza Strip have resulted in the death of a senior commander and 25 Palestinians, including fighters and civilians. The Israeli army has reported over 500 rockets fired from Gaza, with no casualties reported in Israel so far. Egypt is attempting to broker a cease-fire, but the efforts have been faltering.
Jacklyn Zeman, the beloved screen actor who portrayed Barbara “Bobbie” Spencer across more than 800 episodes of ABC’s “General Hospital,” has passed away at the age of 70 after a short battle with cancer. Her death was announced by “General Hospital” executive producer Frank Valentini, who praised her positive energy and professional attitude. Zeman was remembered fondly by her co-stars and fans alike, and her career spanned over five decades.
Joran van der Sloot, the suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Natalee Holloway, will be temporarily extradited to the U.S. to face charges of extortion and wire fraud related to Holloway's mother. Van der Sloot is currently serving a 28-year sentence in Peru for the 2010 killing of a college student, and it is unclear how long he will remain in the U.S. or if he will be returned to Peru to serve out the remainder of his sentence.
At a CNN town hall in New Hampshire, a group of Republican candidates and potential candidates for president in 2024 strongly condemned and rejected former President Donald Trump after he was found liable for sexual abuse and defamation. Despite the audience siding with Trump more often than the moderator, the group was unified in their condemnation, a stark contrast to the 2016 election when Trump was the Republican nominee. This is a reminder that the political landscape has changed significantly since then, and the Republican party is no longer willing to accept Trump’s behavior.
Tom Holland, star of the upcoming Apple TV+ mini-series "The Crowded Room," has revealed that his role in the show has helped him to recognize his own mental health triggers and stressors. He hopes that the series will help to destigmatize mental health issues and encourage people to seek help. The series follows Danny, a teen whose mental health is called into question after he is arrested for a crime he may not have committed, and premieres June 9 on Apple TV+.