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The carbon footprint of human activity has never been more evident, especially when it comes to travel. New research by scientists at the University of Leeds has shed light on the often overlooked emissions from long-distance travel. The research offers a new perspective on the scale of travel’s contribution to the current climate crisis.“The transport sector accounts for 30% of global energy consumption and 37% of global carbon dioxide emissions. Despite its significant share of national emissions, the transport sector is one of the most difficult to decarbonize,” the study authors write.“For example, between 1990 and 2019, emissions from other…
Some of the state of Florida’s most sensitive records may now be in the hands of cybercriminals.The group says it will release 100 gigabytes of data from the Florida Department of Health (F-DOH) unless the state pays.The city of Jacksonville Beach, Ascension Health Care System and the Florida Department of Health all have one thing in common: They’ve been hacked by cybercriminals who are holding the stolen data for ransom.The I-TEAM has learned that F-DOH vital statistics information was targeted in the latest breach. Scott Shoberg, a cybersecurity expert and CEO of Berkeley Varitronics, explains that medical and health information…
The British have voted and the count is underway as the UK prepares for a radical change in direction.Observers expect a landslide victory for the left-wing Labour Party, which would make its leader, Keir Starmer, prime minister and end 14 years of Conservative rule.“Today Britain can begin a new chapter,” Starmer said as the vote opened on Thursday. “A new era of hope and opportunity after 14 years of chaos and decline.”Indeed, according to Ipsos UK exit polls on Thursday night, Starmer’s party is leading with around 410 seats, equivalent to an overall majority of 170.A winning party must win…
The big picture Anthony Mackie has revealed a new Captain America costume for The best of worlds . The film will star Harrison Ford as Thunderbolt Ross and Giancarlo Esposito as the villain. Captain America: Brave New World is scheduled for release on February 14, 2025. Anthony Mackie revealed a new look at his new Captain America costume for the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe film, Captain America: Brave New Worldduring a special Fourth of July celebration. With the film’s release fast approaching, MCU fans are eagerly awaiting the first trailer. While we’ll have to wait a little longer for the…
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In a series of recent filings with the SEC, major technology companies including Microsoft, Google, Meta, and NVIDIA have highlighted the significant risks associated with the development and deployment of artificial intelligence (AI).These revelations reflect growing concerns about AI’s potential to damage reputations, attract legal liability and attract regulatory scrutiny.AI ConcernsMicrosoft expressed optimism about AI, but warned that poor implementation and development could cause “reputational or competitive harm or liability” for the company itself. It highlighted the broad integration of AI into its offerings and the potential risks associated with these advances. The company highlighted several concerns, including flawed algorithms,…
By Rachel Bowman for Dailymail.com Published: 5:27 p.m. EDT, July 4, 2024 | Update: 5:29 p.m. EDT, July 4, 2024 A Louisiana father and son decorated their home with a huge American flag to celebrate the Fourth of July.John Beard and his son Jayden draped the colossal Old Glory over their home to show their patriotism.The 50-foot, 60-pound flag was a gift from a Navy veteran who served four tours in Iraq.The Beards didn’t have a flagpole tall enough to display the giant Old Glory, so they meticulously placed it on their house. “It’s very emotional for me. We love…
Visitors to Anthrocon 2024 lined up outside the David L. Lawrence Convention Center seven hours before registration opened Thursday. More than 17,000 people are expected to attend the four-day event, a gathering of free-spirited people immersed in the creativity of animal costumes. “There are literally hundreds of furry conventions around the world. This is the only one that has this kind of drive, this heart, this enthusiasm,” Anthrocon CEO Samuel Conway said, praising Pittsburgh. “It comes from the city that surrounds us.” Conway said the event began as a small, intimate party in a technical college dorm in Albany, New…
Down angle icon An angle icon pointing down. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Biden met with Democratic governors in an attempt to silence calls for him to drop out of the 2024 race.The Biden team used excuses and accusations to explain away its poor performance in the debates. During the meeting, Biden said he needed more sleep and would stop holding events after 8 p.m. Joe Biden has a new solution to calm worries after his abysmal debate against Donald Trump last week: He just needs more rest.Biden, who now faces mounting pressure to drop out of the race after his performance…
Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images The results are in, and Keir Starmer is on track to be Britain’s next Prime Minister. The nationwide exit poll, which is not 100% accurate but rarely far off, has forecast an enormous majority for the Labour Party over the Conservatives of 279 seats, a majority that has been predicted by virtually every poll for months. According to the exit poll, Labour will win 410 seats, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak‘s Conservatives will take 131 and the Liberal Democrats are in third on 61. There are 650 up for grabs. If the exit poll comes true,…