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Why a CONVICTED Killer Just Walked Free After Murdering His FAMILY

The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned the murder convictions of Alex Murdaugh, who was found guilty of killing his wife and younger son.

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Tech
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Inside the COURTROOM Battle That Could Decide Who CONTROLS the Future of AI

Sam Altman and Elon Musk are facing off in a high-stakes trial that could alter the future of OpenAI and its most well-known product, ChatGPT. In 2024, Musk filed a lawsuit accusing OpenAI of abandoning its founding mission of developing AI to benefit humanity and shifting focus to boosting profits instead. Elon Musk, his financial manager and Neuralink CEO, Jared Birchall, and OpenAI cofounder Greg Brockman have already testified before the jury. Shivon Zilis, a former OpenAI board member who

The Verge·Tech·5h ago
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What Microsoft Is DESPERATELY Trying to Distance Itself From RIGHT NOW

Maybe I'm just punch drunk in my third week attending Musk v. Altman, but I have become very, very fond of Microsoft during the course of this trial. They don't want to be here any more than I do. Their opening statement was honestly one of the most Microsoft things I've ever seen. More than anything else, it was an ad for Microsoft that listed their products in some detail. The general implication, from that statement, was that this trial was absurd, their involvement was absurd, but you, ladie

The Verge·Tech·5h ago
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Sony's NEW Camera Costs $4,500 — And Photographers Are DIVIDED

It looks just like the A7R V, and other Sony cameras. | Image: Sony Sony announced its new flagship high-resolution camera, the A7R VI. The standout feature is its fully stacked full-frame sensor with 66.8 megapixels of resolution and up to 16 stops of dynamic range. That's only an increase of about six megapixels for the VI model, but its stacked architecture means a much faster readout speed for higher burst rates, better silent shooting with the electronic shutter, and improved video perfor

The Verge·Tech·5h ago
Business
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The Price SURGE That Just Hit a Four-Year HIGH — Here's What It Means

US producer prices post biggest gain in four years in April  Reuters Wholesale inflation jumps 6% in April on annual basis, biggest increase since 2022  CNBC Higher gas prices sent wholesale inflation soaring last month, likely signaling more pain ahead for consumers  CNN Wholesale Prices Jumped in April, in Latest Sign of War’s Economic Ripples  The New York Times US grocery prices rose in April, but gas spikes weren’t the only reason  AP News

Politics
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Why Trump's Tax Cuts Are Now a NIGHTMARE for Voters Facing INFLATION

Standing behind a downtown bar, Evan Duke smiled when he thought about no longer paying federal income tax on the hundreds of dollars in tips he earns on a busy night pouring beers and mixing drinks. But the 30-year-old said he cannot afford health insurance and worries about how higher costs for rent, food and fuel are affecting him and the patrons who slip cash into the jar at Pearl & Peril. “It’s kind of messy right now,” Duke said. Duke’s dilemma is an economic microcosm of Donald Trump’s se

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Health
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What the FDA Is HIDING About Vaccine Safety — And Why Scientists Are ALARMED

The FDA has blocked the publication of COVID-19 and shingles vaccine safety studies. What does this mean for public health? Image credit: Gerardo Vieyra/NurPhoto via Getty Images The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has blocked the publication of COVID-19 and shingles vaccine safety studies, citing concerns over their conclusions. Experts question the decision to withdraw the studies, since both vaccines have substantial evidence supporting their safety and effectiveness. Some experts say

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The DEADLY Virus Spreading on Cruise Ships That Health Officials Can't CONTAIN

Three passengers have died and several others have fallen ill aboard a cruise ship in a deadly hantavirus outbreak. AFP via Getty Images A cluster of three deaths among passengers aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has been linked to a deadly hantavirus outbreak. Human-to-human transmission of hantavirus is rare, but it appears to have spread among passengers, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). A suspected total of 7 cases has been identified, and investigators are wor

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The NEW Weight Loss Drug That Makes Zepbound Look OBSOLETE

A new GLP-1 drug shows promise for improving metabolic health and treating obesity-related diseases like liver disease. camacho9999/Getty Images A new weight loss drug called survodutide has shown promising results in a phase 3 clinical trial. The drug, which stimulates GLP-1 and glucagon receptors, led to a 16.6% drop in body weight. Survodutide also reduced waist circumference, an indicator of metabolic health. Experts hope the drug will be useful for both obesity and liver disease; howeve

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Why Doctors Just RENAMED a Condition Affecting Millions of WOMEN

After years of debate, global experts announced that PCOS will now be called PMOS to better reflect the multisystem effects it has on the body. Image Credit: ruizluquepaz/GettyImages Global experts have officially announced a change in name for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).  The condition will now be known as polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS).  This name change was made to reflect the multisystem effects the condition has on the body.  In a culmination of more than 10 years

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The Foods in Your PANTRY That Could Be Destroying Your HEART

European scientists are advocating for more education on the health harms of ultra-processed foods. Trinette Reed/Stocksy European scientists say ultra-processed foods increase the risks of a variety of health ailments, particularly heart disease. They recommend that medical professionals discuss the health dangers of ultra-processed foods with their patients. Experts agree that doctors should advise their patients on how to identify ultra-processed foods and reduce them in their daily diets

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The BREAKTHROUGH Treatment That Could Change Breast Cancer PREVENTION Forever

New research found that the drug endoxifen reduced mammographic breast density with fewer side effects. praetorianphoto/Getty Images A study has found promising results with the breast cancer prevention drug (Z)-endoxifen. The drug reduced breast density safely and with fewer side effects than tamoxifen. It also had fewer troublesome side effects than this standard preventive treatment. Experts say that if further research confirms these findings, the endoxifen could help increase compliance

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The Hospitals Where Patients Say They're Treated BEST in America

Healthgrades has announced the recipients of the 2026 Outstanding Patient Experience Awards. Healthgrades recently announced the recipients of the 2026 Outstanding Patient Experience Awards. The awards recognize hospitals that excel at delivering top-quality care while ensuring a positive patient experience. The 2026 recipients include 373 hospitals from 46 states and represent the top 15% of hospitals nationwide for patient experience. Healthgrades has announced the recipients of the 2026 O

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How This 74-Year-Old Is THRIVING 30 Years After an HIV DIAGNOSIS

Barbara Roberts has lived with HIV for 30 years. Now, a new FDA-approved medication is changing how she manages it at the age of 74. Barbara Roberts (pictured above) was diagnosed with HIV at the age of 44. Today, at 74, she continues thriving with the help of a new FDA-approved medication. In 1996, Barbara Roberts thought she had a bad case of the flu that wouldn’t go away. After several days of experiencing a high fever and sweating, she decided to go to the emergency room, where she wa

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Why Your OFFICE Air Might Be Ruining Your Skin and HAIR

A new viral theory circulating on social media platforms claims ‘office air’ can negatively affect the health and appearance of your skin and hair. Mihajlo Ckovric/Stocksy “Office Air Theory” is trending on social media, with claims that office environments can negatively impact skin and hair throughout the day. Experts say there is some truth to the trend, as low humidity and dry indoor air can dehydrate skin. Stress, screen time, hormones, and hygiene habits can also play a role. Staying h

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Why This Couple Said 'I Do' in the ICU While Fighting for LIFE

Daniel Phan was in heart failure and days from undergoing lifesaving surgery when he and his girlfriend, Julia, decided to get married — in the ICU. Daniel and Julia Phan on their wedding day in the ICU. Daniel Phan Daniel and Julia Phan met when they were kids after Daniel’s parents hired Julia’s mom to work at their nail salon. “We were the same age. I went to her house when I was, like, eight years old, not knowing she was going to be my future wife,” Daniel told Healthline. While the t

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What Your DREAMS Reveal About Your Mood the Next MORNING

Research shows that your dreams may affect your morning mood. Image Credit: Studio Firma/Stocksy A recent study has found that your dreams can affect your mood in the morning.  The study showed that those who experienced fear in their dreams were more likely to have a low mood upon waking.  The researchers suggest that dreams may help you process emotions.  Sleep is an important part of overall health, but the impacts of your dreams are less well understood. A study recently published in Sle

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Why Elon Musk Just ATTACKED Christopher Nolan's $250 Million EPIC

Elon Musk has doubled down on dissing Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” via new X posts and replies that mock the upcoming tentpole for casting Lupita Nyong’o and Elliot Page, the latter of whom previously worked with Nolan on “Inception.” Musk already came out swinging against “The Odyssey” in February amid rumors that Nyong’o would be […]

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The 'Little BAD News' Dolly Parton Just Revealed About Her HEALTH

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – JUNE 06: Dolly Parton speaks onstage during Kicking Off CMA Fest: A Special Conversation With Dolly Parton Hosted By Rachel Smith at Music City Center on June 06, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Terry Wyatt/WireImage) Dolly Parton shared a new health update with fans in an Instagram video. Though she didn’t specify exactly what health issues she’s facing, Parton noted previous challenges with her kidney health as well as weakened immune and digestive systems. T

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The 'ELLISON in the Room' Warner Bros. Execs Had to ADDRESS Before Unveiling Their BIGGEST Films

Warner Bros. Discovery opened its annual upfronts presentation to advertisers Wednesday with a tribute to the late, great Ted Turner led by CNN’s Anderson Cooper. Following a sizzle promoting every modern WBD property from James Gunn’s new “Superman” movie to HBO’s upcoming “Harry Potter” TV series, WBD’s presidents of U.S. advertising Ryan Gould and Bobby Voltaggio took […]

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Steve Earle and Steve Buscemi's Unexpected LOVE Letter to New York's DIVERSITY

Veteran singer-songwriter-actor Steve Earle and veteran actor-director Steve Buscemi are two people who would seem to have known each other for ages. Their work, whether it’s Earle’s vast catalog of songs (“Copperhead Road,” “Guitar Town”) and acting roles (“The Wire,” “Treme,” “Leaves of Grass”), or Buscemi’s formidable history of acting and directing (“Fargo,” “Reservoir Dogs,” […]

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The Spanish Titles Taking Over Global ENTERTAINMENT Right Now

Spanish titles to track at Cannes:  5 More Minutes  Director: Javier Ruiz Caldera  A Movistar Plus+ Original comedy written by top Spanish comic Berto Romero that follows a couple in crisis experiencing a time loop during a rural getaway.  Sales: Filmax Aida the Movie Director: Paco León This spinoff from the 2000s TV sitcom directed […]

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Why Pamela Anderson's COMEBACK Film Just Got Major Financial BACKING

Robbie Kruithoff, a filmmaker and investor, and William Nobel, a writer and producer, have launched Wrong Turn Productions, an independent studio that will develop and produce movies for a global audience. The duo says they will focus on making “entertaining” independent films that are “engineered for profitability.” The new venture is currently co-financing “Queen of […]

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How Georgia's Film Industry Is REINVENTING Itself for Local CREATORS

Innovation drives the Georgia production sector — it’s adapting in the face of a production decline and increased competition from Europe. “Studios are really looking inward. They’re incorporating more vertical integration. They’re doing partnerships and acquisitions,” says Jezlan Moyet, president of Georgia Entertainment. “They’re making sure that not only do they have the infrastructure, but […]

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The MAKE-OR-BREAK Summer That Could Decide Hollywood's FUTURE

No pressure, but Hollywood has a lot riding on summer movie season. The busy stretch from May to August is crucial for the industry, representing 40% of the annual box office. But consumer tastes have been rapidly shifting since the pandemic, so this year’s slate should reveal a great deal about what audiences will (or […]

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The HANDCRAFTED Fantasy Film From Laika That's Already Turning HEADS

Laika has unveiled the teaser trailer for “Wildwood,” its upcoming stop-motion feature film directed by Travis Knight with a script written by Chris Butler. The film is set to open nationwide in theaters on Oct. 23, and marks the studio’s first film since 2019’s “Missing Link.” “Wildwood” is based on the book written by Colin […]