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How the Smithsonian is using AI to connect artifacts from the American RevolutionThe Smithsonian Institution is using artificial intelligence to better understand its collection related to the American Revolution. The project is called Revolution Crossroads, and it aims to help the public and scholars connect objects across institutions such as the Library of Congress. The review was launched in the spring, and the goal is to uncover…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution3d agoWhole story →
CultureEducation
NY governor says Cornell rape accuser was 'failed' by people obligated to protect herNew York Gov. Kathy Hochul says the woman who accused members of a Cornell University fraternity of gang rape was “failed” by people obligated to protect her, including police and the county prosecutor. Hochul’s claim came during a news conference Friday in which she gave details on her decision to turn the case over to a special prosecutor, state…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution3d agoWhole story →
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Federal scholarship for private school and homeschooling opening to most kids in at least 30 statesThe Trump administration has proposed rules for a new federal scholarship program that launches at the start of next year. The scholarship can help families pay for private school, homeschooling and other educational expenses. Taxpayers who donate to the scholarship funds will get a federal tax credit. The program aims to support school choice and is…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution4d agoWhole story →
EducationEconomyfederal scholarship tax credit launch
Smart ring maker Oura puts off initial public offering due to market 'uncertainty'Smart ring maker Oura says it is postponing a planned initial public offering due to market “uncertainty.” On Tuesday, Oura said it’s delaying the IPO “despite strong demand.” Oura customers use the ring to monitor their health, including sleep patterns and fitness activity. The company gets the bulk of its revenue from ring sales, with the rest coming…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution6d agoWhole story →
EducationTechnology
Senate passes college sports bill that would rein in athlete payments and transfersThe Senate has passed a sweeping bipartisan bill that would regulate college sports. It's an attempt to end “chaos” in an industry that has been upended by skyrocketing athlete payments and near-unrestricted transfers between schools. Passage of the legislation Monday would be the strongest effort yet by Congress to set national regulations governing…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution7d agoWhole story →
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OpenAI pauses training of latest models after agents probed US government sites in unexpected waysOpenAI announced it has halted development of its latest artificial intelligence models hours after it disclosed its agents scouring federal government website acted in unexpected ways that suggest a lack of control. It's the second time in three months the company paused development. The decision also came after AI evaluator Transluce said Friday that…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution9d agoWhole story →
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New Jersey governor’s showdown with her No. 2 escalates over his alleged inappropriate behaviorNew Jersey’s Democratic governor is working to sever ties with her own lieutenant governor after he was accused of inappropriate behavior with women. Gov. Mikie Sherrill has given Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell until the end of the day Friday to step down. Caldwell, a Methodist pastor and former president of Centenary University, has disputed the allegations and…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution10d agoWhole story →
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Lawyers for Nolan Wells' family highlight cellphone data, autopsy report and push for investigationThe family of Nolan Wells is continuing to release pieces of their independent investigation, as they push for transparency from local investigators and for federal authorities to investigate. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump discussed the results of a forensic cellphone examination Thursday as well as official autopsy results that raised questions about…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution11d agoWhole story →
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Bill Clinton calls on leaders to fill gaps left by 'retreating governments'Former President Bill Clinton opened this year’s Clinton Global Initiative conference, calling on attendees to promise to “step into the void created by retreating governments” following cuts by the United States and other nations to foreign assistance. Clinton on Tuesday emphasized the importance of cooperation over short-term wins. He urged attendees…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution13d agoWhole story →
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Ex-Connecticut official flees to Greece before sentencing for corruptionA former Connecticut state budget official convicted of corruption fled the U.S. by boat and plane before his sentencing and is now a fugitive in Greece. That's according to his lawyer and federal prosecutors. Konstantinos Diamantis was scheduled to be sentenced Thursday in federal court in Bridgeport but did not appear. The prospects of returning…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution18d agoWhole story →
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UNC defensive coordinator Steve Belichick resigns, probe into conduct in football program concludesNorth Carolina defensive coordinator Steve Belichick has resigned from his position as the school concludes a probe into its football program. Steve Belichick is head coach Bill Belichick's son. The school released a statement Thursday morning saying Steve Belichick’s resignation would be effective in late October at the conclusion of a medical leave.…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution18d agoWhole story →
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Trump administration has cut or frozen $177 billion in grants across every state, analysis showsAn analysis finds that the Trump administration has cut or frozen up to $177 billion in federal grants since the president took office for his second term. On Wednesday, a nonprofit and a group of researchers and scientists released a tracking tool that shows the cuts have affected all states and the District of Columbia. Health, nutrition, the…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution19d agoWhole story →
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College sports bill clears first major hurdle in the SenateLegislation to broadly regulate college sports has cleared a first major hurdle in the Senate. The Senate voted Tuesday to consider the bill, a significant step forward as senators from both parties have made the legislation a priority. The bill aims to put guardrails around escalating spending in college sports as the industry struggles to adapt to a…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution20d agoWhole story →
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Protect College Sports Act gets renewed push and fresh opposition as college football returnsProponents of the Protect College Sports Act are pushing to pass the legislation through the Senate before the chamber breaks in the coming weeks. The bill aims to regulate escalating spending in college sports as schools can now pay players. Major conferences, Senate leadership and President Donald Trump support the bipartisan bill, but it faces…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution21d agoWhole story →
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Mahmoud Khalil lawsuit says Columbia failed to protect pro-Palestinian activistsPalestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil is suing Columbia University, alleging it failed to address harassment against him and other members of a pro-Palestinian campus group. The suit filed Monday in federal court in New York City says the university's deliberate indifference led to the doxing of multiple group members and Khalil’s detention by immigration…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution21d agoWhole story →
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Southeastern Conference leaders to discuss kicking LSU out of league over player eligibility disputeLeaders of the Southeastern Conference plan to meet Thursday to discuss possibly kicking LSU out of the conference. This follows a feud over whether players with NFL experience should return to college rosters. On Tuesday, the SEC amended a federal lawsuit, seeking a temporary restraining order to prevent LSU from blocking the meeting. A two-thirds vote…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution27d agoWhole story →
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