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Google has upgraded its Gemini AI platform to be faster and more accurate by making the Gemini 1.5 Flash large language model (LLM) to more users and rolling out a handful of new features. The updated Gemini aims to entice a broader set of users, including many who might experience Gemini for the first time, thanks to its new integration with various Google platforms and expansion across more countries.The Gemini 1.5 Flash LLM has been accessible to a limited number of users who have subscribed and paid for Gemini Advanced for some time, but it is now available to anyone using...

The best version of Google Gemini is now out for more people, teens included

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The Google Pixel 9 series will debut a new Magic Editor AI photo feature that’ll enable users to completely reimagine photos, according to a new leak. Promo materials for the Pixel 9 series, which will be revealed at a Made by Google event on August 13, speak of a “Reimagine with” feature for the controversial Magic Editor series.

Pixel 9 Magic Editor update will let you “Reimagine” photos

OpenAI has unveiled a new way to search with its AI search engine, SearchGPT. Currently, the new AI search engine is only a prototype, and hopeful users will need to join a waitlist to gain access. Google Search has been the go to choice for finding things on the internet...

OpenAI Unveils SearchGPT, An AI Search Engine To Challenge Google

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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In a wave of unexpected newsunexpected newsunexpected newsunexpected news, Piggly Wiggly has shuttered its store in Brookfield, Wisconsin, leaving customers feeling as if they've lost a family member. The closure, originally set for June 15, was moved up abruptly, catching shoppers off guard as the aisles emptied out with a clearance sale offering 50% off all merchandise.

500-store Grocery Chain Closes Location, Shoppers Cry.

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Bill Gates sure is strict on how his children use the very technology he helped bring to the masses.In a recent interview with the Mirror, the tech mogul said his children were not allowed to own their own cellphone until the age of 14. "We often set a time after which there is no screen time, and in their case that helps them get to sleep at a reasonable hour," he said. Gates added that the children are not allowed to have cellphones at the table, but are allowed to use them for homework or studying.

Bill Gates explains the ‘safest’ age to give a kid a cellphone

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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

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Find out if you can beat the scores of people at Harvard and Princeton.

The “World’s Shortest IQ Test” Has Only 3 Questions – But Can You Get Them Right?

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Here’s a story that’s making waves in the retail world: Conn's HomePlus, a well-known discount furniture chain, has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. And the news isn’t just about numbers—it’s about real people and places, so let’s dive into what’s happening.

Another retail giant has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is shutting down several stores.

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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(MA) Meet Gary, a small little Dachshund with a big personality! This pup grew up living comfortably in a home with his owner who adored him. Sadly, tragedy struck when Gary's owner passed away unexpectedly, leaving him all on his own.

Little Dachshund Who Lost His Owner Now Looking For A New Family

Samsung’s first Android 15 and One UI 7 beta is set to get a release as soon as July 29, according to Max Jambor, a reliable Samsung tipster. What’s notable about the Android 15 beta is just how big it is. According to rumors, we’re expecting several UI and feature changes, including new icons, home screen and lock screen changes, a revamped camera UI, and a version of the iPhone’s Dynamic Island.

Your Samsung phone could get a huge update on July 29

If you're a Samsung phone user, the company is making a change you'll need to pay attention to. For the past two years, Samsung has been phasing out its Samsung Messages app in favor of Google Messages. Samsung's messaging app has continued to be available -- since the Galaxy S22 -- but Google's app was the default option.

Samsung Messages is getting bumped for Google's app. Here's how to prepare

(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

On Thursday, July 25, Mark Zuckerberg confirmed that Meta's communications app WhatsApp has now reached 100 million active users in the United States. The hugely popular messaging service hit the milestone just over ten years after Meta purchased the app in 2014 for an astonishing $19 billion. It's the first time WhatsApp has revealed user U.S. numbers since Meta acquired the app, which is the most popular messaging service in the world with over two billion registered users worldwide.

Mark Zuckerberg Reveals WhatsApp Has Reached 100 Million Active Users in the U.S.

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A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

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Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg published an essay on the importance and benefits of open source AI, highlighting how it has benefitted Meta already.

Mark Zuckerberg shares an important message about the future of AI

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Dear Google, who wants an AI-written fan letter?

It starts innocuously enough, with a father talking about how much his daughter loves Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone (she “might even be the world’s number one Sydney fan”)....

Dear Google, who wants an AI-written fan letter?

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