AI-powered virtual conversations with World War II veterans are New Orleans Museum's newest feature
NEW ORLEANS (AP) – An interactive exhibit opening Wednesday at the National World War II Museum uses artificial intelligence to introduce visitors to images of veterans, including Medal of Honor recipients who died in 2022. You can have virtual conversations. At the New Orleans museum, you can ask questions of wartime Civil War heroes and supporters of the U.S. war effort, including military nurses, aircraft factory workers, and dancers who performed in USO shows. Orrin Pickens, a 102-year-old military veteran featured in the project, had the opportunity to have a videotaped conversation with the twins at the museum on Wednesday. He said, “I'm making history.”
A London court will rule on Tuesday whether WikiLeaks' Assange can challenge his extradition to the US
LONDON (AP) — A London court is scheduled to rule on whether WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange can challenge his extradition to the United States on espionage charges. On Tuesday morning, two judges at the High Court are expected to rule on whether Mr Assange can appeal in England. His lawyers fear that if he loses, he could be immediately sent to the United States to face charges. However, Mr Assange's lawyers are likely to ask the European Court of Human Rights to block his extradition. The US government argued in a hearing last month that Mr Assange was putting lives at risk by requesting, stealing and indiscriminately releasing confidential government documents. Mr Assange's lawyers argued that he risked a “blatant denial of justice” if sent to the US.
President Trump's social media company begins trading on the Nasdaq on Tuesday
Trump Media & Technology Group, whose flagship product is social networking site Truth Social, will begin trading on the Nasdaq stock market on Tuesday. Shareholders of Digital World Acquisition Corp., a publicly traded shell company, voted Friday to approve a deal to merge with President Trump's media business. Trump Media & Technology Group's common stock will trade under the ticker symbol “DJT.”
Bryan Cranston is the face of Major League Baseball's promotional campaign.
NEW YORK (AP) – Emmy, Tony and Olivier Award winner Bryan Cranston is a key figure in Major League Baseball's promotional campaign ahead of the start of his second consecutive season, with several people at Dodger Stadium. He is filming a video that spotlights the stars of. The actor is the voice of the “Anything Can Happen” campaign, which launched on Monday following changes to video advertising rules last year. The new ad features two-way star Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers, fellow MVP Ronald Acuña Jr. of the Atlanta Braves, Corbin Carroll of Arizona and Elie Delacruz of Cincinnati.
Vinicius remains the target of racial abuse ahead of Spain vs. Brazil 'one-skin' match
MADRID (AP) – Spain will host Brazil on Tuesday at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium in a soccer friendly aimed at combating racism. The “One Skin” game was originally planned after Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior was targeted last year while playing for Valencia. The Brazilian player, who is black, had tears in his eyes after being racially abused by some Valencia fans. The incident sparked an explosion of support for Vinicius, and calls for action from the Spanish authorities and society at large. At the time, many saw this as a turning point in the fight against racism in Spanish football. However, after about 10 months, Vinicius continued to receive racist abuse in Spain.
'Morning Joe' host Ronna McDaniel's hiring as a contributor adds to NBC's internal criticism
NEW YORK (AP) — Morning Joe hosts Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski follow Chuck Todd in hiring former Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel as a paid contributor. criticized in public. The morning show hosts said they learned about the hire through the media and objected to McDaniel's role in supporting former President Donald Trump's election denialism. They said she would not appear on the show in her capacity as a paid analyst for NBC News. NBC announced McDaniel's hiring on Friday. She said she will provide the network with an insider's perspective on politics and how the current Republican Party works.
Nearly $2 billion is up for grabs as Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots soar
The stars aligned like never before in the lottery world, with two jackpots totaling nearly $2 billion. The Mega Millions prize is estimated at $1.1 billion and the Powerball jackpot is estimated at $800 million, marking the first time that his two near-national lottery games have each grown so much at the same time. Both huge prizes are the result of several months with no big winners, but the bigger the jackpot, the more people will play the game, and the more likely someone, somewhere, will eventually win big. You're more likely to get it. The next Powerball drawing is Monday night. Mega Millions jackpot numbers are drawn on Tuesday nights.
Maple syrup in New Jersey: Have a problem with it?
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (AP) — Welcome to New Jersey, known around the world for Tony Soprano, turnpike toll booths, chemical plants, and… maple syrup. If southern universities get their way, that sticky, sweet brown stuff on pancakes could someday come from New Jersey. Stockton University, located near Atlantic City, is using a $1 million federal grant to create a viable syrup industry using a type of maple tree common in southern New Jersey. I'm researching what's going on. This tree produces only half as much sugar as the maple of Vermont, the maple syrup capital.
Man who survived California mountain lion attack that killed brother is expected to recover
GEORGETOWN, Calif. (AP) – Authorities say an 18-year-old California man who lost his brother in a mountain lion attack is expected to recover. The death of a 21-year-old boy Saturday in a remote area northeast of Sacramento was the state's first fatal cougar collision in 20 years. The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office said a young man called to say he and his brother had been attacked near Georgetown. His brother died at the scene. Officials said the surviving brother underwent surgery. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife said its lifeguards found the cougar and euthanized it.
Comedian Kevin Hart joins elite group of Mark Twain Award winners for American humor
WASHINGTON (AP) — Kevin Hart rose through the open mic and comedy clubs of his hometown of Philadelphia to become one of the country's most famous performers. Hart is currently the recipient of the Mark Twain Award for American Humor, and the award ceremony was held Sunday night at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington. Hart has honed his unique style, which combines his small stature, expressive face, and agile tone, to make his stand-up act a success. His films have earned him more than $4.23 billion worldwide. The Mark Twain Award annually recognizes a performer who has had a lasting impact on humor and culture.
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