Columbus, OH

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Thomas Smith

Spotting a few bugs in the house is typically a nuisance, but there's one in particular that should ring alarm bells for homeowners. If you come across the bug in the photo above, it's time to call in a professional.

Study This Photo--If You Find This Bug In Your House, You Need To Call in a Pro

Florida State

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Akeena

In the ever-fluctuating tech industry, not even sunny Florida is immune to the shadows of layoffs. This year, the technology sector has felt a significant impact, with major players like Microsoft and Google announcing cuts. Now, a key player in Florida’s tech scene, UKG, is also facing tough decisions, planning to lay off thousands of employees despite the broader economic backdrop of job growth.

A massive technology company based in Florida is laying off thousands of employees

The Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 18, 2024-- General Mills (NYSE: GIS) today announced Asheesh Saksena has been named Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, effective Aug. 26, 2024. He will report to Jeff Harmening, Chairman and CEO, join the Senior Leadership Team, and have global accountability for the company’s comprehensive strategic planning process and for building long-term, sustainable plans and capabilities to accelerate growth. Saksena succeeds Dana McNabb, following her prior appointment to Group President, North America Retail. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240718481803/en/ Asheesh Saksena has been named Chief Strategy & Growth Officer and will join General Mills’ Senior Leadership Team, reporting to Jeff Harmening, Chairman and CEO. (Photo: Business Wire)

General Mills Names Asheesh Saksena Chief Strategy & Growth Officer

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

One of the leading AI startups, Anthropic, is partnering with a venture capital firm, Menlo Ventures, to launch a new fund for AI startups. Menlo Ventures will provide the capital for the $100 million “Anthology Fund,” while Anthropic’s staffers and AI tech will help identify startups. Funding for early-stage startups through the fund will start at $100,000. The fund will focus on startups building AI safety tools and AI apps with “societal benefits,” echoing Anthropic’s mission to make AI more responsible.

Anthropic is following OpenAI to launch its own $100 million AI startup fund

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Tech giant Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) has announced a series of improvements to its artificial intelligence (AI) offerings to keep pace with industry heavyweights amid a frantic grab for market share. The improvements, designed to improve user experiences, were confirmed by the company’s VP for...

Amazon refines AI offerings to keep pace with industry rivals

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

The Independent

Google is in talks to make the biggest acquisition in its history, according to reports.The US technology giant is expected to pay $23 billion (£18bn) for cyber security firm Wiz, The Wall Street Journal reported, just four years after the startup was founded. The potential deal is nearly double the amount of Google’s biggest acquisition to date: the $12.5 billion takeover of Motorola Mobility in 2012.Wiz provides some of the world’s biggest companies with cloud security services, including BMW, EA and Salesforce. The US-based startup was valued at $12 billion in May in a Series E funding round that raised...

Google set to make largest acquisition in its 25-year history

FinanceBuzz

Bypass the coding craze and still cash in on the tech boom! Uncover 15 high-paying tech jobs perfect for non-techies seeking a career upgrade.

15 High-Paying Jobs in Tech (No Tech Skills Required)

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Have you ever walked out of a grocery store because the total at the register gave you sticker shock? Well, you're not alone. Recently, a shopper named Christy McTyre made headlines when she abandoned her entire cart at Winn Dixie after seeing her $108 bill—a cost she found outrageously high compared to other stores.

She left her cart at Winn Dixie when her bill was $108 – Walmart was $50 cheaper

Virginia State

Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful are pretty much unified in their expectations of what will happen between Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson) and Paris Buckingham (Diamond White), who recently announced their engagement.

The Bold and the Beautiful fans believe Thomas will dump Paris for Hope

Anika Jindal

The type of gasoline you use matters most when it comes to keeping your car running. While most gas stations claim to provide high-quality fuel, not all gasoline is created equally. You should avoid some gas brands that can ruin your car.

Worst Gas Brands That Can Ruin Your Car

Black Enterprise

The Black AI Consortium has officially launched in the technological sphere. The space looks to spark dialogue and advancement in AI with Black scholars at its helm.



Established in May, the Black AI Consortium provides a network for those interested in the science across the African diaspora. Members are encouraged to share ideas and provide insight into AI while addressing its current concerns. 



Its mission, reported by Black News, is to “cultivate a vibrant and supportive community where individuals of the African diaspora can share experiences, knowledge, and resources related to artificial intelligence.” The three creators are experts in their fields



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Black AI Consortium Launches For Tech Scholars Across Diaspora

“With more than 10 years of solar manufacturing experience, we have a very loyal customer base that trusts the quality and reliability of Mission Solar products,” says Sam Martens, President of Mission Solar Energy. “These new products are a direct response to customers who have been asking us to serve this industry segment.”

Mission Solar now assembling bifacial solar panels with M10 cell size

Sia Partners, a leading international, independent next-gen management and AI consulting firm, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Ready Set Rocket (RSR). The move enables Sia Partners to enhance digital and creative strategy assignments across the entire sales funnel by scaling RSR’s capabilities and reaching critical mass on the East Coast. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Sia Partners Acquires Digital Agency Ready Set Rocket

Phil Norman

Big changes are brewing at CNN as the network gears up for a major digital subscription launch later this year, but unfortunately, it comes with some tough news for its staff. CEO Mark Thompson revealed plans to lay off about 100 employees as part of a broad restructuring effort.

A major news company is laying off 100 employees amid digital expansion

The scenes between General Hospital cast members Eden McCoy (Joss Jacks) and Evan Hofer ( Dex Heller) are filled with so much chemistry that some fans believed the couple was dating offscreen.

General Hospital's Eden McCoy is dating actor Jonathan Heit and not her onscreen love Evan Hofer

The Department of the Air Force issued a presolicitation on Tuesday for new target-tracking technologies driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and other cutting-edge advancements. The presolicitation – issued by the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL) and posted to SAM.gov – calls for research to design, develop, test, evaluate, and deliver...

Air Force Seeks Tech for Next-Gen Target Tracking

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

Just look at that beautiful pup! Lima is an adorable 5-month-old Husky who is smart, friendly, and a total sweetheart. It’s hard to believe this sweet girl was brought to FAAS after being abandoned in a grocery store parking lot, tied to a pole with an electrical cord used as a leash. She was just a few months old.

Lima is Looking for Love

With physical stores remaining the lifeblood of retail, store operators are investing in new technologies to make operations more efficient and profitable — and to serve consumers in new and better ways. Optimizing network connectivity in stores is critical to keep customers coming back. In this webinar, Chain Store...

2024 Retail Store Experience Study: A look at how technology — including 5G — is transforming retail

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Join us for Episode #458 – “The High-Performing Shop Playbook” by Shopmonkey....

Next tech webinar: "The High-Performing Shop Playbook" by Shopmonkey

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