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Body found in burned van on Mulholland Drive in Woodland Hills

Authorities are investigating after a body was found in a burned van in Woodland Hills Tuesday morning. The burning vehicle was reported at 7:23 a.m. in the 21000 block of Mulholland Drive near Rosario Road, according to Nicholas Prange of the Los Angeles Fire Department and Officer Marin of the Los Angeles Police Department. After… [...]

Woman hospitalized after social media stunt goes wrong in Orange County Target

A new social media challenge involving people putting buckets on the heads of strangers and filming their reactions went horribly wrong when a woman in Tustin fainted after a group of young men targeted her. The incident happened Sunday afternoon at a Target store in Tustin. Lana Clay-Monaghan, a new mom of twin [...]

3rd vehicle slams into cars stopped for previous crash in Buena Park; 1 dead, 2 injured

A San Diego man is dead and two other people are injured after a driver crashed into the occupants of two vehicles who had stopped after a previous collision in Buena Park Monday night. The deceased, identified only as a 33-year-old man, was a passenger in one of the two vehicles that had stopped in… [...]

Migrants start fire at Mexico detention center, killing 40

Migrants fearing deportation set mattresses ablaze at an immigration detention center in northern Mexico, starting a fire that killed at least 40 people, the president said Tuesday, in one of the deadliest events ever at a Mexican immigration lockup. Hours after the fire broke out late Monday, rows of bodies were laid out under shimmery… [...]

Planets on Parade: 5 will be lined up in night sky this week

Keep an eye on the sky this week for a chance to see a planetary hangout. Five planets - Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Uranus and Mars - will line up near the moon. WHERE AND WHEN CAN YOU SEE THEM? The best day to catch the whole group is Tuesday. You’ll want to look to the… [...]

Mariah Carey and Megan Thee Stallion headline L.A. Pride in the Park

Get ready lambs and hotties, two major stars are set to headline the 2023 L.A. Pride in the Park. Those performers are Mariah Carey and hip-hop star Megan Thee Stallion. Megan will be the main act on June 9, and Carey is set to headline on June 10. "I'm thrilled and honored to be a… [...]

El Monte launches guaranteed income program for residents

Select El Monte residents will be eligible to receive an extra $500 a month for 12 months as a part of the city’s new guaranteed income program. El Monte city officials announced Tuesday that the new income program would serve as a way to “help alleviate the negative effects of COVID-19 El Monte residents experienced,”… [...]

Northbound 5 Freeway reopens in Lebec hours after shooting

Northbound lanes of the 5 Freeway were finally reopened in Lebec Tuesday morning, hours after a shooting occurred on the highway. Officers responded to reports of a man who was brandishing a gun on the side of the freeway around 7:30 p.m. The suspect was also accompanied by a woman, Fort Tejon CHP Officer Williams… [...]

This sticker allows doctors to speed in California

A little-known part of California's vehicle code gives doctors the legal right to break speeding laws - so long as they are responding to an emergency. Vehicle Code 21058 allows a physician responding to an emergency call to be exempt from some of the laws governing speed limits. According to the California Medical Association, the… [...]

Home prices, home sales climb in Southern California

Home prices edged higher in Southern California last month, marking the first increase since the spring of last year, according to new data from the California Association of Realtors. The median sale price of existing single-family homes in the region was $745,000 in February, a month-over-month increase of 0.9%. The increase can be largely attributed… [...]

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  • This sticker allows doctors to speed in California March 28, 2023
    A little-known part of California's vehicle code gives doctors the legal right to break speeding laws - so long as they are responding to an emergency. Vehicle Code 21058 allows a physician responding to an emergency call to be exempt from some of the laws governing speed limits. According to the California Medical Association, the […]
  • El Monte launches guaranteed income program for residents March 28, 2023
    Select El Monte residents will be eligible to receive an extra $500 a month for 12 months as a part of the city’s new guaranteed income program. El Monte city officials announced Tuesday that the new income program would serve as a way to “help alleviate the negative effects of COVID-19 El Monte residents experienced,” […]

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Carlos Moreno Wanted to Improve Cities. Conspiracy Theorists Are Coming for Him.

Researchers like Carlos Moreno, the professor behind a popular urban planning concept, are struggling with conspiracy theories and death threats. [...]

A Campaign Aide Didn’t Write That Email. A.I. Did.

The swift advance of artificial intelligence in politics is already blurring the boundaries between fact and fake. [...]

What’s Hot on TikTok? Defending Its C.E.O.

After lawmakers grilled TikTok’s chief executive last week, the app’s users argued that the platform should not be banned in the United States over national security concerns. [...]

Fox News Fires Abby Grossberg, the Producer Who Accused the Network of Coercion

The producer, Abby Grossberg, has said the network pushed her to give a false deposition in a $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit. [...]

Twitter Says Parts of Its Source Code Were Leaked Online

The leak adds to the challenges facing the Elon Musk-owned company, which is trying to identify the person responsible and any other people who downloaded the code. [...]

Elon Musk Values Twitter at $20 Billion

The billionaire bought the social media company for $44 billion in October and took it private. [...]

TikTok Stars Visit D.C. as Creators Turn into Temporary Lobbyists

On the bus, off the bus and all over Capitol Hill with creators turned temporary lobbyists. Wait, does anybody need a bathroom break? [...]

Man at Center of Jan. 6 Conspiracy Theory Demands Retraction From Fox

A lawyer for Ray Epps has demanded that the Fox host Tucker Carlson publicly apologize for “false and defamatory statements” that Mr. Epps served as a federal agent during the… [...]

Fox Argues Top Executives Weren’t Involved in Voter Fraud Broadcasts

Lawyers for the company, which faces a $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit, are pushing for a judge to rule in their favor before a trial. [...]

Conservatives Aim to Build an A.I. Chatbot of Their Own

After criticizing A.I. companies for liberal bias, programmers started envisioning right-wing alternatives, making chatbots a new front in the culture wars. [...]

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Hospitals Are Increasingly Crowded With Kids Who Tried to Harm Themselves, Study Finds

Hospitalizations for pediatric suicidal behavior increased by 163 percent over an 11-year period, an analysis of millions of hospital admissions in the United States found. [...]

Over-the-Counter Narcan Could Save More Lives. But Price and Stigma Are Obstacles.

The Food and Drug Administration is expected this week to allow the overdose-reversal medication to be sold without a prescription, a step toward making it a common emergency tool. [...]

You May Need That Procedure. But Do You Really Need an Escort?

Following even basic screenings and operations, patients often must arrange for someone to deliver them home. For older people, it can be a tall order. [...]

California’s Plan for Cheaper Insulin Collides With Big Pharma’s Price Cuts

The state awarded a $50 million contract to produce less costly treatments, but moves by major suppliers might undercut the initiative before any new product emerges. [...]

In Mississippi, a Choice to Forgo Medicaid Funds Is Killing Hospitals

Mississippi is one of 10 states, all with Republican-led legislatures, that continue to reject federal funding to expand health insurance for the poor, intensifying financial pressure on hospitals. [...]

North Carolina Expands Medicaid After Republicans Abandon Their Opposition

The state’s Democratic governor signed a bill expanding the health insurance program for low-income people days after the measure cleared the Republican-controlled legislature. [...]

Should You Get Another Covid Booster?

Britain and Canada have authorized another round of booster shots for older and immunocompromised citizens. So far, U.S. officials haven’t followed suit. [...]

The Income Gap Is Becoming a Physical-Activity Divide

Nationwide, poor children and adolescents are participating far less in sports and fitness activities than their more affluent peers. [...]

These Devices Sickened Hundreds. The New Models Have Risks, Too.

Duodenoscopes — tubular cameras threaded into the intestine — with disposable parts were supposed to be safer. But the parts can fall off in the body, the F.D.A. warned. [...]

Have AI Chatbots Developed Theory of Mind? What We Do and Do Not Know.

Some researchers claim that chatbots have developed theory of mind. But is that just our own theory of mind gone wild? [...]

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And it all began with a hobbyist “messing about and experimenting with shapes.” [...]

One of the Luckiest Lightning Strikes Ever Recorded

Brazilian researchers captured on camera the brief moment when lightning rods on buildings released an upward discharge to attract incoming lightning. [...]

Have AI Chatbots Developed Theory of Mind? What We Do and Do Not Know.

Some researchers claim that chatbots have developed theory of mind. But is that just our own theory of mind gone wild? [...]

A Sting Operation to Save Elephants, With No Stings

While live bees can be used as a deterrent to keep elephants away from farms, a new technology fills in for cases where a buzz without the sting is preferable. [...]

Forty-one bent or twisted iron nails, unearthed from a second-century imperial burial site, were meant to keep the deceased in their place. [...]

The Shark ‘Didn’t Look Right.’ Was It a Plastic Toy?

Scientists have retracted a study that showed a rare goblin shark washed up on a Greek beach after other researchers voiced doubts about the find. [...]

A Paler Uranus Emerges in the Latest Hubble Telescope Image

A pair of images, taken eight years apart, show changes to the ice giant planet as spring arrives in the northern hemisphere. [...]

By analyzing seven samples of hair said to have come from Ludwig van Beethoven, researchers debunked myths about the revered composer while raising new questions about his life and death. [...]

Oumuamua Was a Comet After All, a Study Suggests

Astronomers offer “a surprisingly simple explanation” for the curious behavior of the interstellar visitor in 2017. [...]

Over-the-Counter Narcan Could Save More Lives. But Price and Stigma Are Obstacles.

The Food and Drug Administration is expected this week to allow the overdose-reversal medication to be sold without a prescription, a step toward making it a common emergency tool. [...]

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World of Tech

How to Set Up and Use an eSIM for International Travel

The digital version of the SIM card, included on many newer phones, is set to become prevalent. It also offers affordable cellular data abroad. [...]

How Parents Can Talk About AI and ChatGPT With Their Kids

Artificial intelligence can make adults nervous, but experts say exploring it as a family is the best way to understand its pros and cons. [...]

How Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant Lost the AI Race

The virtual assistants had more than a decade to become indispensable. But they were hampered by clunky design and miscalculations, leaving room for chatbots to rise. [...]

New Tricks for Old Apps

If you haven’t used some of your phone’s preloaded programs in years, the software may surprise you with updated or hidden features. [...]

How Some Gen Z Instagram Users Post to Facebook: Unwittingly

Teenagers and young adults are flummoxed. The reason it keeps happening involves an online prompt and product design. [...]

Why Countries Are Trying to Ban TikTok

Governments have expressed concerns that TikTok, which is owned by the Chinese company ByteDance, may endanger sensitive user data. [...]

Tech Is Allowing Businesses to Overcharge You in Tips

Payment apps and touch screens have made it easy for merchants to ask us for preset gratuity amounts. We don’t need to succumb to the pressure. [...]

How to Clear Out Digital Clutter

Hint: Tackle your photos last. [...]

Why You Should Listen to Twitter on Two-Factor Authentication

Elon Musk was right: Text messages are not the most secure way to protect your account. [...]

Chatbots Are Not Sentient. Here’s How They Work.

No, chatbots aren’t sentient. Here’s how their underlying technology works. [...]

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Exynos Connect U100 is a chipset for short-range, broad-frequency solutions that require pinpoint tracking. The post Samsung unveils ultra-wideband chipset appeared first on TechRepublic. [...]

PURPOSE Recruiting an Artificial Intelligence Architect with the right combination of technical expertise and experience will require a comprehensive screening process. This Hiring Kit from TechRepublic Premium provides an adjustable… [...]

PURPOSE Hiring the right Autonomous Systems Engineer requires a specific and precise recruitment process, supported by a thorough understanding of the project requirements. This Hiring Kit from TechRepublic Premium provides… [...]

The ChatGPT rival will draw from Google’s vast library of information – but isn’t ready for business yet. The post Google opens Bard AI wait list appeared first on TechRepublic. [...]

Adobe launched a palette of products and innovations for Experience Cloud, Experience Manager and more at its event, but the key advance is generative AI, centered on Adobe Firefly, a… [...]

Learn how this cryptocurrency campaign operates and its scope. Then, get tips on protecting vulnerable Kubernetes instances from this cybersecurity threat. The post First Dero cryptojacking campaign targets unprotected Kubernetes… [...]

Copilot, a natural language bot that can pull from data across the Microsoft 365 suite, is now in testing with select commercial customers. The post Microsoft adds Copilot AI productivity… [...]

AI-generated phishing emails, including ones created by ChatGPT, present a potential new threat for security professionals, says Hoxhunt. The post Humans are still better at creating phishing emails than AI… [...]

The GPT-4 language model is now available for ChatGPT Plus subscribers. Developers can join an API waitlist.  The post OpenAI debuts GPT-4 after year of training on Azure supercomputer appeared… [...]

A natural language AI writing assistant is the latest in Grammarly’s attempts to assist with professional writing. The post GrammarlyGo uses AI to write your emails appeared first on TechRepublic. [...]

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  • Samsung unveils ultra-wideband chipset March 27, 2023
    Exynos Connect U100 is a chipset for short-range, broad-frequency solutions that require pinpoint tracking. The post Samsung unveils ultra-wideband chipset appeared first on TechRepublic.
  • Hiring kit: Autonomous systems engineer March 23, 2023
    PURPOSE Hiring the right Autonomous Systems Engineer requires a specific and precise recruitment process, supported by a thorough understanding of the project requirements. This Hiring Kit from TechRepublic Premium provides an adjustable framework your business can use to find, recruit and ultimately hire the right person for the job. From the hiring kit: DETERMINING FACTORS, […]
  • Hiring kit: Artificial intelligence architect March 23, 2023
    PURPOSE Recruiting an Artificial Intelligence Architect with the right combination of technical expertise and experience will require a comprehensive screening process. This Hiring Kit from TechRepublic Premium provides an adjustable framework your business can use to find, recruit and ultimately hire the right person for the job. From the hiring kit: DETERMINING FACTORS, DESIRABLE PERSONALITY […]
  • Google opens Bard AI wait list March 22, 2023
    The ChatGPT rival will draw from Google’s vast library of information – but isn’t ready for business yet. The post Google opens Bard AI wait list appeared first on TechRepublic.
  • Adobe launches Firefly generative AI creative engine at Summit March 22, 2023
    Adobe launched a palette of products and innovations for Experience Cloud, Experience Manager and more at its event, but the key advance is generative AI, centered on Adobe Firefly, a new visual tool for creative teams. The post Adobe launches Firefly generative AI creative engine at Summit appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Grab the training on a special price drop, ending 4/3. The post Learn how to deploy ChatGPT in your business with this $20 training appeared first on TechRepublic. [...]

GPTZero can tell you whether a document, report or other item was possibly written by a human or by AI. Here’s a step-by-step guide on using GPTZero for this purpose.… [...]

PURPOSE Hiring the right Autonomous Systems Engineer requires a specific and precise recruitment process, supported by a thorough understanding of the project requirements. This Hiring Kit from TechRepublic Premium provides… [...]

PURPOSE Recruiting an Artificial Intelligence Architect with the right combination of technical expertise and experience will require a comprehensive screening process. This Hiring Kit from TechRepublic Premium provides an adjustable… [...]

Many have tried out ChatGPT’s conversational AI for business but feel they need more information before making it part of their jobs. The post Employees want more training on AI… [...]

The ChatGPT rival will draw from Google’s vast library of information – but isn’t ready for business yet. The post Google opens Bard AI wait list appeared first on TechRepublic. [...]

Adobe launched a palette of products and innovations for Experience Cloud, Experience Manager and more at its event, but the key advance is generative AI, centered on Adobe Firefly, a… [...]

Micmonster is an AI-assisted text-to-voice tool with a library of over 600 voices that can record audio in 140 different languages and save time and money; it’s a tool no… [...]

Enterprise accounting software is designed for large companies and businesses. Here are the top eight enterprise accounting software suites. The post 8 best enterprise accounting software for 2023 appeared first… [...]

Google jostles with AI rivals as it releases a large language model API and other developer tools. The post Google Cloud opens enterprise AI tools to developers appeared first on… [...]

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  • Learn how to deploy ChatGPT in your business with this $20 training March 27, 2023
    Grab the training on a special price drop, ending 4/3. The post Learn how to deploy ChatGPT in your business with this $20 training appeared first on TechRepublic.
  • How to use GPTZero to check for AI-generated text March 27, 2023
    GPTZero can tell you whether a document, report or other item was possibly written by a human or by AI. Here’s a step-by-step guide on using GPTZero for this purpose. The post How to use GPTZero to check for AI-generated text appeared first on TechRepublic.
  • Hiring kit: Artificial intelligence architect March 23, 2023
    PURPOSE Recruiting an Artificial Intelligence Architect with the right combination of technical expertise and experience will require a comprehensive screening process. This Hiring Kit from TechRepublic Premium provides an adjustable framework your business can use to find, recruit and ultimately hire the right person for the job. From the hiring kit: DETERMINING FACTORS, DESIRABLE PERSONALITY […]
  • Hiring kit: Autonomous systems engineer March 23, 2023
    PURPOSE Hiring the right Autonomous Systems Engineer requires a specific and precise recruitment process, supported by a thorough understanding of the project requirements. This Hiring Kit from TechRepublic Premium provides an adjustable framework your business can use to find, recruit and ultimately hire the right person for the job. From the hiring kit: DETERMINING FACTORS, […]
  • Employees want more training on AI tools before using them for work March 22, 2023
    Many have tried out ChatGPT’s conversational AI for business but feel they need more information before making it part of their jobs. The post Employees want more training on AI tools before using them for work appeared first on TechRepublic.
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