North Carolina athletic director Bubba Cunningham has expressed his disapproval of Florida State’s publicized intention to leave the ACC. During a recent board of trustees meeting, FSU president Richard McCullough stated that the Seminoles would consider departing from the conference unless there is a significant change to the revenue distribution model. Cunningham, in response to
The potential misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) in Hollywood has been described as a “deadly cocktail” by SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher. In the guild’s latest strike podcast, Drescher expressed concern over the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI), which can write scripts and digitally duplicate the images of actors, stunt performers, and background players. This
Warner Bros. Discovery, the media and entertainment conglomerate, recently released its second-quarter results, which fell below expectations in various areas. The company also reported a decline in subscriber totals compared to the previous quarter, generating concern among investors and analysts. At the end of the second quarter, global direct-to-consumer streaming subscribers stood at 95.8 million,
Greenpeace activists have taken a bold stance against Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s support for North Sea oil and gas drilling by covering his North Yorkshire home in oil-black fabric. Climbing on to the roof of the property by using ladders and ropes, four activists unfolded a massive 200 square meters of fabric as a symbolic representation
As the New York Mets make strategic moves to build for the future, owner Steve Cohen is determined not to let the team be embarrassed in the coming season. Cohen met with players, coaches, and the press, expressing his belief that the Mets will remain highly competitive in 2024. While acknowledging that the expectations were
Zack Snyder, the creative mind behind the surreal film Sucker Punch, has recently ignited the hopes of fans by shedding light on an unseen version of the movie. While an extended Blu-ray release added 18 minutes to the theatrical version, Snyder boldly declares that audiences have yet to witness the full extent of his vision.
China’s Cyberspace Administration (CAC) has recently announced new regulations concerning smartphone use for children under the age of 18. According to the CAC, these young users should not exceed two hours of smartphone usage per day. In addition, the CAC is proposing the implementation of “minor mode” programs, which would restrict internet access for users
As the summer heat continues to scorch southern Europe, travelers are rethinking their vacation plans to avoid the sweltering temperatures. This shift in interest may be a temporary response to an uncommon heatwave or a reflection of a larger climate change pattern. However, some tourists are not willing to wait and find out. Instead, they
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has commended a new initiative by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that is expected to reduce the federal deficit by $2.6 trillion over the next decade. This initiative is an extension of the Biden administration’s plan to reduce the deficit by $1 trillion through the Inflation Reduction Act. The IRS program
EV charging network operator EVgo has reported impressive second-quarter results, surpassing Wall Street’s expectations. The company’s revenue exceeded estimates, and it posted a narrower loss than anticipated. This positive performance is attributed to an increase in electric vehicle (EV) drivers using the EVgo network and a surge in revenue from its private-label eXtend unit. In