The winners for the 2023 Sidewise Awards for Alternate History were announced August 12, 2024 at the World Fantasy Convention in Glasgow, Scotland. WINNER: Cahokia Jazz, Francis Spufford (Faber & Faber; Scribner) Julia, Sandra Newman (Mariner) Wages of Sin, Harry Turtledove (CAEZIK SF & Fantasy) Sunset Empire, Josh Weiss (Grand...

2023 Sidewise Award Winners

The 2024 Aurora Awards winners for the best SF and fantasy by Canadians have been announced. WINNER: The Valkyrie, Kate Heartfield (HarperVoyager) Bad Cree, Jessica Johns (HarperCollins Canada) Silver Nitrate, Silvia Moreno-Garcia (Del Rey) Moon of the Turning Leaves, Waubgeshig Rice (Random House Canada) The Marigold, Andrew F. Sullivan (ECW)

2024 Aurora Awards Winners

The May/June 2024 issue of Asimov’s includes three novellas, making it perfect for readers wanting to sink their teeth into some longer short fiction. The first of the three, opening the issue, is “Barbarians” by Rich Larson. Yanna and his partner Hilly have been hired to take a pair of creepy rich twins on an expedition into a decaying deepswimmer. Hilly is essentially a head in a jar after taking the fall for a job that went wrong and ending up in a prison that disposes of its inmates’ bodies in order to save space. Hilly runs things from the ship while Yanna tries to cope with his guilt, keep his clients alive, and determine their true motive. It turns out the twins are searching for a bio-coded vault that will open only for their genetic line, which their sister is after as well. Dangers and double-crossing abound in a fast-paced story with a cinematic feel. Larson has a talent for building worlds and characters with depth and a feeling of life extending beyond the page. This novella is no exception, with its evocative descriptions and the complicated, entangled histories of its characters. Very nicely done.

A.C. Wise Reviews Short Fiction: Asimov’s

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

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Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

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Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

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Black women have continuously carved out spaces and created businesses that resonate with their communities. Sometimes they even choose to keep the businesses within the family and partner with none other than their own sister. Here are some inspiring stories of Black sister-owned businesses making waves. McBride Sisters Wine Company View this post on Instagram… Continue reading Check Out These Black Sister Owned Businesses

Check Out These Black Sister Owned Businesses

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

This episode of HIV unmuted introduces a new host and format for the award-winning IAS podcast. Our host, Juan Michael Porter II, the Senior Editor for TheBody/TheBodyPro, takes a deep dive with a single guest in an intimate conversation that gives the listener a glimpse of the guest – who they are and how they got into this work – and an understanding of their topic of expertise.

HIV Unmuted - The Game-Changing Research from AIDS 2024

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

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Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

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In a new book, former employees of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation discuss the pressure-cooker work environment that surrounded a domineering and brilliant Bill Gates.

Inside the stressful culture at the Gates Foundation and what it was like to work with Bill and Melinda Gates, according to former employees

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, recently shared their furry friends who have been waiting the longest to find their forever homes. From a puppy who is housebroken and loves toys to a little five-year-old dog who is a great snuggle buddy and loves other dogs, each dog is unique but has one thing in common- they need a family who will love them. Get to know these five great dogs below, and don't forget to leave a comment to let me know which pup stole your heart!

Local Animal Rescue Shares Dogs Who've Been Looking For Love The Longest

Cisco will cut thousands of jobs in a second round of layoffs this year as the networking equipment maker shifts focus to higher-growth areas, including cybersecurity and AI, according to people familiar with the matter. The number of people affected could be similar to or slightly higher than the previous layoff and will likely be announced as early as Wednesday alongside the company’s fourth-quarter results, said the sources, who were not authorized to speak publicly. Cisco laid off 4,000 employees in February.

Cisco announces second round of layoffs

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Great news for foodies in the Quincy area! The Quincy Chamber of Commerce has announced the highly anticipated return of the Taste of Quincy Food Festival, marking its first occurrence since 2019. "We're thrilled to kick off the summer with a spectacular local food festival, hosted along the beautiful waterfront at the Adams Inn!" the Chamber stated, expressing their excitement.

Popular Quincy Food Festival Returns For First Time in 4 Years!

A lawsuit that several artists filed against Stability AI, Midjourney, and other AI-related companies can proceed with some claims dismissed, a judge ruled yesterday. Many artists allege that popular generative AI services violated copyright law by training on a dataset that included their works and, in some cases, that users of these services can directly reproduce copies of the work. Last year, Judge William Orrick allowed a direct copyright infringement complaint against Stability, operator of the popular Stable Diffusion AI image generator. But he dismissed a variety of other claims and asked the artists’ attorneys to amend them with more detail.

Artists’ lawsuit against Stability AI and Midjourney gets more punch

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She was born Margaret Ann Lipton on August 30, 1946, in Manhattan, New York, and she died at only 72 years old on May 11, 2019, in Los Angeles, California. Her stage name was Peggy Lipton, and she was best known for roles on The Mod Squadand Twin Peaks.

A Look Back at the Life and Tragic Death of Peggy Lipton, star of TV's 'Mod Squad' and 'Twin Peaks'

Get ready for an afternoon filled with live music, fun activities, and local vendors. The Friends of Ruth Gordon Amphitheater has invited the community to join them for the Friends Rock Music Festival on Sunday, August 11th from 2 PM until 8 PM. This free-to-attend festival promises a day filled with a diverse lineup of artists and bands, offering something for every music lover. Performances will include:

Live Music, Delicious Food & More: Don't Miss This Free Music Festival in Quincy

GN Diamond, an industry leader for finished diamond jewelry and for both loose lab and natural diamonds, has earned the 2024 Vendor of the Year for Loose Goods from the Retail Jewelers Organization (RJO). This marks GN Diamond’s third RJO Vendor of the Year for Loose Goods award in the last four years, having also been awarded in 2021 and 2022. The RJO awards are selected by the retail membership and are given to draw attention and recognize outstanding members for excellence in sales, service and support.

GN Diamond awarded 2024 RJO Vendor of the Year for Loose Goods

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2023 Analog AnLab and Asimov’s Readers’ Awards Winners

Winners for the 2023 Analog Analytical Laboratory (AnLab) Awards and the 38th Asimov’s Readers’ Awards, have been announced, with many finalists available to read online. Analog...

2023 Analog AnLab and Asimov’s Readers’ Awards Winners

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