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Council to vote on proposal to further reduce senior OC Transpo faresPrince Harry and Meghan Markle have no intention of relocating from their Californian base, prepared to contest any potential deportation bids, as disclosed by Express.co.uk. A source with close connections indicated the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have firmly entrenched California as their residence and are resolved to stay despite any risk of expulsion from the United States. "There are no plans [for the Sussexes] to move from the US," asserted one insider. Another source commented: "Harry and Meghan feel at home in California, and they won't be leaving there without a fight." Adding that, "They have a very good legal team, and they have a lot of support behind them to ensure that they will be able to remain in the United States." Currently, Prince Harry, aged 40, is embroiled in legal action regarding his immigration status in the US. In his autobiography 'Spare', he confessed to previous substance use which includes cocaine, cannabis and psychedelic mushrooms; such admissions might lead to a rejection of his visa application. The Heritage Foundation, a right-wing policy institute, is demanding to see Harry's visa documents, insisting that his drug use should have prevented his entry into America, reports the Express . Although a court has recently decided Harry's visa files are to remain private, this aspect could undergo change were Donald Trump to assume the presidency once again. President-elect Trump, who is 78, previously hinted this year he may contemplate deporting Harry should visa-related complications arise. "I wouldn't protect him. He betrayed the Queen. That's unforgivable. He would be on his own," the president-elect remarked at the Conservative Political Action Conference in February. Following Donald Trump's victory, reports have come out suggesting that his past comments about deporting Harry might have worried the Sussexes. However, insiders claim that "Harry and Meghan are not fazed by the comments Trump made because they believe they have done everything correctly," adding, "Meghan is a US citizen, and Archie has just started a new school, so to leave the place they call home isn't even an option." Settled in Montecito since stepping down from Royal duties, the couple has allegedly bought a lavish £3.6 million villa in Portugal, not far from Princess Eugenie's holiday spot. But sources say, "The villa in Portugal is more an investment than anything else and construction hasn't even been completed yet," clarifying that the property is intended as a second home, a haven for vacations, and a wise fiscal endeavour rather than a main residence.
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The total on the Steelers-Browns game on “Thursday Night Football” has dropped a whopping five points amid a weather forecast of rain and snow in Cleveland. The consensus total is 361⁄2 after opening at 411⁄2. A Caesars Sportsbook bettor in Nevada wagered $52,500 to win $50,000 on the AFC North clash to go under 37 (-105). “I know the weather is supposed to be bad but it’s also a product of these two teams don’t generate a lot of offense,” Red Rock Resort sportsbook director Chuck Esposito said. Pittsburgh, which has gone over in four of its last five games, is a consensus 31⁄2-point favorite after the line opened at 41⁄2. “Sharps are on Cleveland +4,” Westgate vice president of race and sports John Murray said. “Most of the bigger bets are on Cleveland. The ticket count is very lopsided on Pittsburgh.” The action on the game at Station Sports is also one-sided. “It did go down to 31⁄2 and it was from some sharp play, but 85 percent of the tickets are on the Steelers,” Esposito said. “We’re going to need the Browns.” Pittsburgh (8-2, 8-2 ATS) has won and covered its last five games this season, though the home team has won and covered the last five meetings between these division rivals. Cleveland (2-8, 3-7 ATS) has lost its last two games and seven of its last eight. A Caesars bettor in Ohio wagered $27,295.95 on the Steelers at the alternate line of -81⁄2 (+168). At BetMGM, 90 percent of the spread bets and 84 percent of the money are on Pittsburgh.Daily Post Nigeria Tinubu will release Nnamdi Kanu – Bianca Ojukwu Home News Politics Metro Entertainment Sport News Tinubu will release Nnamdi Kanu – Bianca Ojukwu Published on November 26, 2024 By Favour Olekanma The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has announced that President Bola Tinubu will release Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). This was made known during the 13th memorial anniversary of the late Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu in Owerri on Tuesday. Ambassador Ojukwu emphasized that President Tinubu recognized the significance of Kanu’s release, which would help unveil criminal elements exploiting IPOB to instigate chaos in the Southeast. “President Tinubu understands the importance of Kanu’s release. It will expose the masqueraders behind the violence and help restore order. I will do whatever it takes to ensure His Excellency grants this request. “The release of Nnamdi Kanu is essential to distinguishing genuine freedom fighters from criminals causing mayhem in the Southeast,” Ojukwu stated. She pointed out that the Igbo people were not known for harming their own and urged for collective efforts to reclaim the region from criminality and insecurity. The ambassador also condemned the violent “sit-at-home” orders imposed in the Southeast, noting that they contradict the principles of self-determination and have hindered economic activities in the area. “Ndigbo are enterprising and their brother’s keepers. We must reclaim our land and continue to promote the ideals for which Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu stood,” she said. DAILY POST recalls that Nnamdi Kanu has been in custody since he was repatriated from Kenya. Related Topics: Bianca Ojukwu Nnamdi Kanu Tinubu Don't Miss Nigeria Customs returns stolen Rolls Royce, Lamborghini, other exotic cars to Canada You may like Kano Anti Graft Agency arrests 26 trailers of diverted Tinubu repackaged Rice Refinery: Never say never – Presidency mocks Obasanjo over old comment against Tinubu Tinubu leaves for France Wednesday – Presidency Tinubu seeks Senate confirmation of General Oluyede as Chief of Army Staff Tinubu felicitates with Atiku Abubakar on 78th birthday Port Harcourt Refinery: Tinubu celebrates, tasks NNPCL on Warri, Kaduna Advertise About Us Contact Us Privacy-Policy Terms Copyright © Daily Post Media Ltd
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Doctored images have been around for decades. The term "Photoshopped" is part of everyday language. But in recent years, it has seemingly been replaced by a new word: deepfake. It's almost everywhere online, but you likely won't find it in your dictionary at home. What exactly is a deepfake, and how does the technology work? RELATED STORY | Scripps News Reports: Sex, Lies, and Deepfakes A deepfake is an image or video that has been generated by artificial intelligence to look real. Most deepfakes use a type of AI called a "diffusion model." In a nutshell, a diffusion model creates content by stripping away noise. "With diffusion models, they found a very clever way of taking an image and then constructing that procedure to go from here to there," said Lucas Hansen said. He and Siddharth Hiregowdara are cofounders of CivAI, a nonprofit educating the public on the potential — and dangers — of AI. How diffusion models work It can get complicated, so imagine the AI – or diffusion model – as a detective trying to catch a suspect. Like a detective, it relies on its experience and training. It recalls a previous case -– a sneaky cat on the run. Every day it added more and more disguises. On Monday, no disguise. Tuesday, it put on a little wig. Wednesday, it added some jewelry. By Sunday, it's unrecognizable and wearing a cheeseburger mask. The detective learned these changes can tell you what it wore and on what day. AI diffusion models do something similar with noise, learning what something looks like at each step. "The job of the diffusion model is to remove noise," Hiregowdara said. "You would give the model this picture, and then it will give you a slightly de-noised version of this picture." RELATED STORY | Scripps News got deepfaked to see how AI could impact elections When it's time to solve the case and generate a suspect, we give it a clue: the prompts we give when we create an AI-generated image. "We have been given the hint that this is supposed to look like a cat. So what catlike things can we see in here? Okay, we see this curve, maybe that's an ear," Hiregowdara said. The "detective" works backward, recalling its training. It sees a noisy image. Thanks to the clue, it is looking for a suspect — a cat. It subtracts disguises (noise) until it finds the new suspect. Case closed. Now imagine the "detective" living and solving crimes for years and years. It learns and studies everything — landscapes, objects, animals, people, anything at all. So when it needs to generate a suspect or an image, it remembers its training and creates an image. Deepfakes and faceswaps Many deepfake images and videos employ some type of face swapping technology. You've probably experienced this kind of technology already — faceswapping filters like on Snapchat, Instagram or Tiktok use technology similar to diffusion models, recognizing faces and replacing things in real time. "It will find the face in the image and then cut that out kind of, then take the face and convert it to its internal representation," Hansen said. The results are refined then repeated frame by frame. The future and becoming our own detectives As deepfakes become more and more realistic and tougher to detect, understanding how the technology works at a basic level can help us prepare for any dangers or misuse. Deepfakes have already been used to spread election disinformation, create fake explicit images of a teenager, even frame a principal with AI-created racist audio. "All the netizens on social media also have a role to play," Siwei Lyu said. Lyu is a SUNY Empire Innovation Professor at the University of Buffalo's Department of Computer Science and Engineering, and the director of the Media Forensics Lab. His team has created a tool to help spot deepfakes called "DeepFake-o-meter." "We do not know how to handle, how to deal, with these kinds of problems. It's very new. And also requires technical knowledge to understand some of the subtleties there," Lyu said. "The media, the government, can play a very active role to improve user awareness and education. Especially for vulnerable groups like seniors, the kids, who will start to understand the social media world and start to become exposed to AI technologies. They can easily fall for AI magic or start using AI without knowing the limits." RELATED STORY | AI voice cloning: How programs are learning to pick up on pitch and tone Both Lyu and CivAI believe in exposure and education to help combat any potential misuse of deepfake technology. "Our overall goal is that we think AI is going t impact pretty much everyone in a lot of different ways," Hansen said. "And we think that everyone should be aware of the ways that it's going to change them because it's going to impact everyone." "More than just general education — just knowing the facts and having heard what's going to happen," he added. "We want to give people a really intuitive experience of what's going on." Hansen goes on to explain CivAI's role in educating the public. "We try and make all of our demonstrations personalized as much as possible. What we're working on is making it so people can see it themselves. So they know it's real, and they feel that it's real," Hansen said. "And they can have a deep gut level feel for tthe impact that it's going to have." "A big part of the solution is essentially just going to be education and sort of cultural changes," he added. "A lot of this synthetic content is sort of like a new virus that is attacking society right now, and people need to become immune to it in some ways. They need to be more suspicious about what's real and what's not, and I think that will help a lot as well."
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A grand opening was hosted on November 22 for the new permanent location of the Martensville-Warman Early Years Family Resource Centre (MWEYFRC) – a safe, welcoming space offering free programming and supports to families with children under the age of six. Representatives from the various partners involved in the creation and operation of the MWEYFRC gathered at 7 Centennial Drive North in Martensville for the ribbon-cutting ceremony. In truth, the centre has already been offering programming in the area since spring, but the staff lacked a permanent space; as such, they operated out of the Warman High School and ran programs in different city parks. The permanent location, a former Credit Union in close proximity to local parks, was only secured this fall, and the public has been able to access the centre’s services since early October. “In the short amount of time that we’ve been in our permanent location, we’ve seen an infinite amount of smiles and joy when families come to the centre, whether it’s for drop-in play or our most popular program, our Sip n’ Chat,” said centre co-ordinator Emily Martens. The YMCA of Saskatoon is the main operating partner of the centre, in collaboration with Prairie Spirit School Division. DeAnn Mercier, CEO of the Saskatoon YMCA, said they also operate two other Early Years Family Resource Centres in the city: one location in Fairhaven that has been open since 2020, and another in Brighton that opened in 2024. “These locations have since welcomed over 31,000 visiting families through their doors, and we know the centre in Martensville will be just as successful,” said Mercier. While it is not a daycare, Mercier summarized the centre’s purpose as being “a space to play with your child, meet people and get advice from early childhood professionals, all for free.” The services provided are guided by four program pillars of early learning, parent education, family wellness and community information and referrals. Mercier noted the value of just being able to hear from other people that what you are going through as a new parent is normal, and it’s OK for your child to make a mess. “Sometimes you just need to hear someone else say that, and you need a third space where you can get out of your house with your kids,” she said. Funding for the MWEYFRC is provided through the provincial Ministry of Education’s Early Years Branch. Warman MLA Terry Jenson, who brought greetings on behalf of Education Minister Everett Hindley, said the provincial government has opened a total of 21 such centres in 19 communities, including Saskatoon and Regina, Prince Albert, Estevan and the Battlefords. “The work done here ... and at all the Saskatchewan Early Years Family Resource Centres are making tremendous impacts on families throughout the province,” he said. “I’m a parent, so I can relate. We didn’t have a facility like this when my kids were young. So it’s going to be a very, very beneficial space.” As a lifelong educator, a parent and an uncle, Martensville Mayor Kent Muench indicated he was aware of how vital this type of support is for young children, not just in terms of their graduation rates from school but also in terms of their future success. He added that in the communities of Martensville and Warman, “we really value a place that is safe and provides opportunities for families.” Warman Mayor Gary Philipchuk also commented that as a teacher and former vice principal at Warman High School, he understood and personally witnessed the value of a solid early learning foundation and providing access to resources to families with young children. He said he wished his parents had access to a centre like this when he had been younger. “Being a parent and not having relatives close by can be scary, and something that we need support with. The Early Years Centre brings together parents who might be in similar situations, and the benefits of having them are immeasurable,” he said. Neda Wilson of the Prairie Spirit School Division, who co-chairs the management committee that oversees the centre, said the division serves as the dedicated accountability partner, helping to oversee the centre’s development. This includes engaging in community planning, advising on the budget and helping shape the strategic direction of the centre, as well as managing service agreements and securing funding when needed. All of this is “critical” to ensuring the centre’s sustainability and impact, she added. Wilson said the management committee includes not just the division and the cities of Martensville and Warman, but also agencies like Regional Kids First, the Ministry of Social Services and the Saskatchewan Health Authority. “This centre is not just a building. It’s a symbol of our shared commitment to children and families, fostering a brighter future for our communities,” Wilson said. The grand opening ceremony was concluded by Martens sharing a story about the impact of the centre: the story of a family who had brought their child to one of their painting programs, which was the child’s first experience with “messy play.” She said, “The parent was filled with joy as they saw their child experimenting with paint, and how focused he had become.” The next day, the family had bought paint for the child, and it had a noticeable effect on his behaviour and engagement with activities. “This is just one of many positive stories we receive from families and the benefits they take with them when they leave the centre,” Martens said.Aston Villa march on in Champions League after beating RB Leipzig
Alexa is Amazon's virtual assistant, a household helper that plays music, reminds people of appointments and other events, and answers myriad questions. However, sometimes, the responses seem a bit off, leaving users frustrated or, most likely, bizarrely amused. While Alexa is a technological marvel, here are a few reasons that make it appear "dumb" sometimes. AI technologies like Alexa utilize internal mechanisms of elaborate logical steps to interact with user commands. However, problems with Alexa are not made to be 'artificially intelligent' in the way any human being is endowed with intelligence. Rather, it is built on processing lots and lots of data, where the user inputs only look for certain patterns. This method is effective, for example, in straightforward questions such as what the weather is like or turning on and off smart speaker issues systems. Conversely, this proves difficult with vague queries, colloquialisms, or sentences with excessive context. When someone asks Alexa to set the alarm for sunset, its algorithm setting might miscalculate how to set her alarm, considering that the time changes often for daylight saving. Though it is possible to communicate with the device in over 50 languages, Alexa troubleshooting tends to crack under pressure when faced with an accent or background noise. Because of this, the Stanford researchers also discovered that when faced with non-native speakers of the English language, there would be a 19% chance of them being understood incorrectly, leading to irrelevant replies and smart speaker issues . Alexa limitations have always relied on external sources like the internet but sometimes manage to include rather old or inaccurate information, especially concerning current events and particulars. Additionally, their responses lack detail as they tend to be short, funny, or retire to some abstract questions, such as ' Why do we exist ?' This can be perceived as unhelpful when a thoughtful and profound explanation is expected. Alexa limitations have always relied on external sources like the internet but sometimes manage to include rather old or inaccurate information, especially concerning current events and particulars. Additionally, their responses lack detail as they tend to be short, funny, or retire to some abstract questions, such as ' Why do we exist ?' This can be perceived as unhelpful when a thoughtful and profound explanation is expected. For instance, users will likely be disappointed when Alexa troubleshooting fails to follow vague commands such as "play that song I like" since they may expect her to comprehend contextual relevance and emotional expression to the extent of a real-life human assistant. A recent study by Voicebot.ai revealed that 58% of users expect "some improvements" to be made on the devices, but the highs are usually not met in terms of updates. Problems with Alexa have a learning curve due to the development of Amazon's AI technology and the user's experience. Upgrades target problems, but sometimes lapses still occur. With advancing technology, Alexa will be more efficient in carrying out complex activities, indicating improvements made and troubles to come. The issues experienced by Alexa limitations are a factor of the limitations of artificial intelligence at the moment rather than a shortcoming. Over time, it gets better. However, users can help by enunciating words, articulating specific requests, and lowering themselves to the level of the expectations of a virtual assistant.
An executive order issued by DeSantis in 2023 suspending then-State Attorney Monique Worrell from office is still in effect, argued state attorney Andrew Bain in a message sent to staff on Monday. The governor appointed Bain to the 9th Judicial Circuit to replace Worrell, who beat him in last month's election to retake the Orlando metro area's top prosecutor's office. “While I accept the results of the election and wish to do everything I can to ensure the Office is successful going forward, I do not yet feel I can assist her in that transition,” Bain wrote. Worrell's new term is slated to begin Jan. 7, 2025. She is one of two elected state attorneys, both Democrats, who DeSantis has removed from office. DeSantis said Worrell failed to prosecute minors and didn’t seek mandatory minimum sentences for gun crimes, putting her central Florida district in danger. She disputed his criticism as false and politically driven . DeSantis and other Republicans across the U.S. have called Democratic prosecutors' decisions into question. Bain said in the email shared with the AP that Worrell's suspension must be resolved by either another executive order by DeSantis or a decision by the Florida Senate, which reviews the cases of elected officials suspended from office. “Without one of these things, I do not feel I can lawfully assist in a transition to an individual whose lawful suspension was affirmed by the Florida Supreme Court ,” Bain wrote. “We are living through an unprecedented legal event without clear answers.” Representatives for Bain did not respond to phone and email inquiries from the AP. A statement posted to the state attorney's website Monday appeared to contradict Bain's message to staff. “The state attorney is ready and willing to ensure a smooth transition,” reads a message released by the agency's public information office. “The state attorney’s term ends Jan. 6, 2025, and he will no longer be in office. Ms. Worrell’s term will begin Jan. 7, 2025. It is the intent of the state attorney to enforce the will of the people.” Worrell criticized Bain's statements as a “betrayal of democratic principles” and argued that the executive order suspending her expired with the 2024 election. “No executive order, no political maneuver, and certainly no personal grievance can override the will of the people,” Worrell said in a statement. “Any delay in the transition process is a direct affront to the very people this office serves.” A spokesperson for DeSantis pointed to the statement released by the state attorney's public information office and didn't respond to other questions from the AP. ___ Kate Payne is a corps member for The Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.Sean 'Diddy' Combs' third bid to be released on bail won't be decided until next week