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Nick Frost and the Wallabies were left dejected after their agonising defeat to Ireland in Dublin. Photo: AP PHOTO Joe Schmidt's emotional return to Dublin has fallen agonisingly flat as Ireland edged his Wallabies 22-19 in a scrappy but absorbing Test to provide a sobering end to what had begun as such a promising northern tour odyssey. Black Friday Sale Subscribe Now! Login or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & app The digital version of Today's Paper Breaking news alerts direct to your inbox Interactive Crosswords, Sudoku and Trivia All articles from the other regional websites in your area Continue Back at his old Aviva Stadium stamping ground where he led Ireland to so much European glory over six heady years, Schmidt's valiant Australia just couldn't quite spoil Irish rugby's 150th anniversary celebrations on Saturday (Sunday AEDT). Yet Schmidt wouldn't be downhearted, insisting he was proud and predicting that despite the ledger reading two wins and two losses on tour, his team had made significant progress. Taniela Tupou on an intercept break that led to an Australia penalty. (AP PHOTO) "They demonstrated a level of grit that you need if you're going to be competitive with the Lions and Ireland, the No.2 team in the world, and we made them work pretty hard," said Schmidt. "We'd love to have got the W ourselves, but from where we started at the end of last November, to where we are now, there's more confidence in what we're delivering." Indeed, the Wallabies came so close. It was maybe their best performance on tour, highlighted by a stirring defensive performance, towering efforts from their back-rowers, a fine try for Max Jorgensen, and 14 points from the immaculate boot of Noah Lolesio. Still, on an emotional day with veteran replacement Cian Healy becoming Ireland's most capped player on his 134th appearance, Ireland weren't to be denied as they came from 10-0 down early and 19-15 behind after 62 minutes to finally seal the deal in the 73rd with replacement prop Gus McCarthy's decisive score from a rolling maul. Ultimately, Ireland deserved their three-try win in Andy Farrell's last match as coach before he takes a sabbatical to forge the Lions side who'll travel to Australia for a three-match Test series next July and August. But the Englishman reckoned he'd seen enough to know Schmidt's Wallabies will be a handful. Max Jorgensen scooting over for an early try for the Wallabies. (AP PHOTO) And yet, it could have been so much more. Schmidt was disappointed by a "conservative" streak emerging as his side clung on to a narrow lead after the break, and also by their failure to take advantage of a couple of searing breaks from inspirational captain Harry Wilson and rampaging prop Taniela Tupou before halftime. "You can't beat Ireland with a sledgehammer; you've got to get the scalpel out, and you've got to be accurate. A disappointment is that I felt we probably opened them up just enough times to get enough scoreboard separation," shrugged Schmidt. That's the next big step for his developing Wallabies; to consistently get the job done in close finishes, as they did against England. Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, recovered from his arm stinger, had a fourth promising outing of the tour, using some of his high-ball prowess and clever distribution to set up the attack which nearly put Andrew Kellaway in the right-hand corner and eventually resulted in Jorgensen's try on the left edge after a swift, slick switch. Lolesio slotted over all five kicks but indiscipline occasionally betrayed them again with the otherwise superb Rob Valetini's illegal forearm tackle setting up the first concerted Irish pressure, ending with flanker van der Flier ploughing over four minutes after Jorgensen's score. Though 13-5 up at the break, the Wallabies had been fortunate that there'd been some slapdash handling from the Irish, including two dropped passes by the hosts' Australian prop Finlay Bealham. After two more Lolesio three-pointers gave Australia a narrow lead, Healy's arrival for his Irish record-breaking moment provided the hosts with the extra surge of adrenaline after the 37-year-old had been given a hero's welcome. And though Kellaway held up one charge heroically on his own line, the dam eventually cracked for McCarthy's pushover. Still the Wallabies pressed forward, but their late substitution of Lolesio for debutant Tane Edmed came to nothing as the unfortunate replacement lasted just three minutes before banging his head and having to go off again for HIA. Alas, a record-extending 19th debutant of the year lasted a shorter time than any of the previous 18. 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In 1970, the groundbreaking invention known as the “Ultrasonic Bath” captured the world’s attention at the Japan World Exposition. Created by Sanyo Electric, today known as Panasonic Holdings Corp, this innovative device was likened to a futuristic human washing machine. The egg-shaped pod provided an unusual bathing experience by automatically filling with hot water, utilizing ultrasound waves, and deploying massage balls to knead users’ bodies. Fast forward over five decades, and this unconventional idea is poised for a resurgence with a modern twist. Human washing machine Osaka-based Science Co is set to unveil an upgraded version of the human washing machine, called the “Mirai Ningen Sentakuki” or “Future Human Washing Machine.” This highly anticipated device will be showcased at the Osaka Healthcare Pavilion and receive support from local government organizations. Attendees at the expo will have the opportunity to see the machine in action and experience its unique features firsthand. Science Co is already working on a consumer-grade model designed for home use, which will bridge the gap between exhibition novelty and practical functionality. During an informational lecture in October, chairman Yasuaki Aoyama shared that the prototype is well on its way to completion, with approximately 70% of its development finalized. The company plans to offer trial experiences to 1,000 visitors during the expo, allowing seven to eight daily users to reserve a spot through a dedicated web platform. Fighter jet-inspired This human washing machine has undergone a striking transformation, now resembling the cockpit of a sophisticated jet fighter. Its sleek, modern design features a transparent cover that opens with a pivoting motion. Once seated in the ergonomically designed center, users are surrounded by warm water that partially fills the chamber. Embedded advanced sensors monitor vital signs such as pulse rate, allowing for precise temperature adjustments to ensure a gentle and secure washing experience. Adding to the innovation, the integrated artificial intelligence system evaluates each user’s emotional state—relaxed or excited—and projects tailored visual displays onto the transparent cover’s interior, enhancing tranquility and rejuvenation. This process, including washing and drying, can be completed in 15 minutes, offering a compact yet immersive self-care experience. AI-enhanced The revival of the human washing machine aligns with broader trends toward health technology, smart devices, and the increasing integration of AI into our daily routines. The fusion of biometric sensors and AI-driven emotional analysis represents a significant advancement in personalized wellness solutions. Such devices are revolutionizing various industries, blending convenience with cutting-edge innovation. From a market perspective, introducing a home-use model could disrupt the personal care sector, targeting consumers who prioritize efficiency, luxury, and avant-garde design. Concepts like this pave the way for a future filled with more automated, AI-enhanced self-care solutions, potentially touching everything from fitness equipment to medical diagnostics. As technology continues to evolve, the ability to customize experiences according to individual preferences will likely drive the shift towards hyper-personalization in our daily lives. In this light, the human washing machine transcends its quirky origins to become a symbol of what is possible at the intersection of technology and everyday living, highlighting the future of wellness and self-care. Its emergence signals a nostalgic nod to the past and a visionary leap into a high-tech future where personal care is seamlessly integrated with advanced technology.
A 7-year-old dispute between tech leaders Elon Musk and Sam Altman over who should run OpenAI and prevent an artificial intelligence "dictatorship" is now heading to a federal judge as Musk seeks to halt the ChatGPT maker's ongoing shift into a for-profit company. Musk, an early OpenAI investor and board member, sued the artificial intelligence company earlier this year alleging it had betrayed its founding aims as a nonprofit research lab benefiting the public good rather than pursuing profits. Musk has since escalated the dispute, adding new claims and asking for a court order that would stop OpenAI’s plans to convert itself into a for-profit business more fully. The world's richest man, whose companies include Tesla, SpaceX and social media platform X, last year started his own rival AI company, xAI. Musk says it faces unfair competition from OpenAI and its close business partner Microsoft, which has supplied the huge computing resources needed to build AI systems such as ChatGPT. “OpenAI and Microsoft together exploiting Musk’s donations so they can build a for-profit monopoly, one now specifically targeting xAI, is just too much,” says Musk's filing that alleges the companies are violating the terms of Musk’s foundational contributions to the charity. OpenAI is filing a response Friday opposing Musk’s requested order, saying it would cripple OpenAI’s business and mission to the advantage of Musk and his own AI company. A hearing is set for January before U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers in Oakland. At the heart of the dispute is a 2017 internal power struggle at the fledgling startup that led to Altman becoming OpenAI's CEO. Musk also wanted the job, according to emails revealed as part of the court case, but grew frustrated after two other OpenAI co-founders said he would hold too much power as a major shareholder and chief executive if the startup succeeded in its goal to achieve better-than-human AI known as artificial general intelligence , or AGI. Musk has long voiced concerns about how advanced forms of AI could threaten humanity. “The current structure provides you with a path where you end up with unilateral absolute control over the AGI," said a 2017 email to Musk from co-founders Ilya Sutskever and Greg Brockman. “You stated that you don't want to control the final AGI, but during this negotiation, you've shown to us that absolute control is extremely important to you.” In the same email, titled “Honest Thoughts,” Sutskever and Brockman also voiced concerns about Altman's desire to be CEO and whether he was motivated by “political goals.” Altman eventually succeeded in becoming CEO, and has remained so except for a period last year when he was fired and then reinstated days later after the board that ousted him was replaced. OpenAI published the messages Friday in a blog post meant to show its side of the story, particularly Musk's early support for the idea of making OpenAI a for-profit business so it could raise money for the hardware and computer power that AI needs. It was Musk, through his wealth manager Jared Birchall, who first registered “Open Artificial Technologies Technologies, Inc.”, a public benefit corporation, in September 2017. Then came the “Honest Thoughts” email that Musk described as the “final straw.” “Either go do something on your own or continue with OpenAI as a nonprofit,” Musk wrote back. Musk didn't immediately respond to emailed requests for comment sent to his companies Friday. Asked about his frayed relationship with Musk at a New York Times conference last week, Altman said he felt “tremendously sad” but also characterized Musk’s legal fight as one about business competition. “He’s a competitor and we’re doing well,” Altman said. He also said at the conference that he is “not that worried” about the Tesla CEO’s influence with President-elect Donald Trump. OpenAI said Friday that Altman plans to make a $1 million personal donation to Trump’s inauguration fund, joining a number of tech companies and executives who are working to improve their relationships with the incoming administration. —————————— The Associated Press and OpenAI have a licensing and technology agreement allowing OpenAI access to part of the AP’s text archives.
In a Champions League fixture on Tuesday night, Feyenoord came back from 3-0 down to draw with Manchester City 3-3. İlkay Gündoğan and Erling Haaland scored for City, with Haaland bagging two goals. Advertisement Feyenoord got two goals in quick succession after City had gone 3-0 up, with Anis Hadj-Moussa scoring in the 75th minute with Santiago Gimenez joining him on the scoresheet for Feyenoord in the 82nd minute. City are now in 15th place in the Champions League table, with Feyenoord in 20th place. Inter Milan have moved to the top of the Champions League table after they beat RB Leipzig. An own goal from Castello Lukeba in the 27th minute proved enough to see Inter come out on top at the end of the 90 minutes. Advertisement A 5-1 scoreline saw Arsenal come out on top against Sporting. Goncalo Inacio pulled a goal back for Sporting shortly after the half-time break. Barcelona are now in second place after a victory over Brest. Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski were the goalscorers for Barcelona, with Lewandowski's two goals earning him a spot with Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in the 100 Champions League goals club . Historic. pic.twitter.com/af5IBzehXQ Advertisement — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) November 26, 2024 PSG's Ousmane Dembélé got sent off in the second half against Bayern Munich. The scoreline there was 1-0. Kim Min-jae's goal in the 38th minute for Bayern Munich was enough for them to see off PSG. Atlanta put on a show against Young Boys, coming out on top with a scoreline of 6-1. Advertisement Both Mateo Retegui and Charles De Ketelaere scored twice, with Sead Kolasinac and Lazar Samardzic getting themselves one goal each. The scoreline between Bayer Leverkusen and RB Salzburg was in favour of Leverkusen, who won by a five-goal margin. Florian Wirtz scored twice, with Alejandro Grimaldo, Patrik Schick, and Aleix Garcia all joining him on the scoresheet. Was. Für. Ein. Abend. 🔥😮💨 🔙 #B04SAL 5:0 pic.twitter.com/UkefkbESQY — Bayer 04 Leverkusen (@bayer04fussball) November 26, 2024 Earlier today, Atlético Madrid thrashed Sparta Praha 6-0, while AC Milan beat Slovan Bratislava 3-2. On Wednesday, Crvena zvezda will take on VfB Stuttgart at 5:45pm as SK Sturm Graz go up against Girona. At 8pm, Liverpool will take on Real Madrid while Aston Villa face Juventus and Monaco and Benfica go head-to-head. PSV will face Shakhtar Donetsk, Celtic will play Club Brugge, Bologna will take on LOSC and Dinamo Zagreb go up against Borussia Dortmund all at 8pm too.ESPN, TNT Sports Tag-Team on Emirates NBA Cup Production in Las Vegas
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Landmark lawsuit brought on behalf of thousands of survivors of child sexual abuse images and videos (CSAM) traded on Apple platforms CUPERTINO, Calif. , Dec. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This weekend, a class action lawsuit was filed against Apple on behalf of thousands of survivors of child sexual abuse for knowingly allowing the storage of images and videos documenting their abuse on iCloud and the company's defectively designed products. The lawsuit alleges that Apple has known about this content for years, but has refused to act to detect or remove it, despite developing advanced technology to do so. The plaintiffs are being represented by Marsh Law Firm. Additionally, Heat Initiative is providing some support for this lawsuit as part of the organization's broader Ignite program , which provides legal and advocacy support for victims of child sexual abuse through referrals, research, and funding to empower them to use their voices and hold technology companies accountable. The images and videos of the plaintiffs' childhood sexual abuse, which have been stored thousands of times, would have been identified and removed had Apple implemented its 2021 "CSAM Detection" technology. However, Apple terminated the program after its announcement. Other leading technology providers have been proactively detecting and reporting illegal child sex abuse images and videos for more than a decade. Apple's belated efforts, and subsequent cancellation, leave it among the very few major platforms that do not engage in proactive detection and removal. The full complaint, as well as a fact sheet and other supporting materials, can be found HERE . "The knowledge that images of my abuse are still out there is a never-ending nightmare – Apple could have stopped this, but has chosen not to act," said Jane Doe , a plaintiff in the lawsuit. "Apple has the technology to stop this from continuing, yet they knowingly turn a blind eye. This isn't just about my story – it's about standing up for every survivor who deserves safety and dignity. Apple has a responsibility to protect us, and I'm here to demand that they fulfill it." "Today, thousands of brave survivors are coming forward to demand accountability from one of the most successful technology companies on the planet. Apple has not only rejected helping these victims, it has advertised the fact that it does not detect child sex abuse material on its platform or devices thereby exponentially increasing the ongoing harm caused to these victims," said Margaret E. Mabie , Partner at Marsh Law Firm, representing the plaintiffs. "Our clients have endured unimaginable abuse, and yet Apple's top executives continue to ignore their pleas, fully aware that this illegal contraband remains on their platform. By abandoning their state-of-the-art detection program without offering an alternative, Apple has chosen to prioritize its own corporate agenda over the lives and dignity of survivors. This lawsuit is a call for justice and a demand for Apple to finally take responsibility and protect these victims." "Apple wants people to think they are the 'responsible' tech company, and this lawsuit demonstrates clearly that, on this issue, they are not," said Sarah Gardner , Founder and CEO of the Heat Initiative, an organization dedicated to encouraging leading technology companies to combat child sex abuse on their platforms. "The plaintiffs and countless other survivors of child sexual abuse are forced to relive the worst moments imaginable because Apple refuses to implement common sense practices that are standard across the tech industry. They will argue that this is a privacy issue, but they are failing to acknowledge the privacy and basic humanity of the children being raped and sexually assaulted in the videos and images Apple stores on iCloud." In August 2021 , Apple announced it would implement a new "CSAM Detection" feature, which would have identified known child sexual abuse material in iCloud using NeuralHash, a type of hashing technology that Apple developed. However, after the program was announced, Apple executives reversed their decision and ultimately killed the implementation of the program . At the same time, in 2023, five major tech companies collectively reported more than 32 million pieces of child sexual abuse images and videos on their platforms– Apple reported only 267 . The lawsuit is seeking injunctive relief for Apple to implement basic child safety measures on behalf of the plaintiffs. The claim of negligence and failing to fulfill their duty of care resulting in harms to the plaintiffs stems from two main factors: Apple's failure to implement any plan to detect illegal child sexual abuse images and videos when they have full knowledge of its existence on their platform violates their duty of care. If the "CSAM Detection" feature had been implemented, the plaintiffs' illegal child sexual abuse images would have been detected and removed. Instead they remain on iCloud and devices today, continuing to cause the plaintiffs harm. Marsh Law Firm focuses its legal practice exclusively on representing survivors of sexual abuse and online exploitation. They are a survivor-focused, trauma-informed, and justice-oriented law firm that advocates for clients both in and out of the courtroom to secure justice and hold perpetrators and the institutions that enable abuse accountable. Heat Initiative is a collective effort of concerned child safety experts and advocates encouraging leading technology companies to combat child sexual abuse on their platforms. Heat Initiative sees a future where children's safety is at the forefront of any existing and future technological developments. The Heat Initiative's Ignite program catalyzes impact litigation to hold technology companies accountable to their duty to prevent and address the sexual exploitation of children on their platforms. Contact: press@heatinitiative.org View original content: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/apple-sued-for-knowingly-hosting-child-sexual-abuse-material-on-its-products-failing-to-protect-survivors-302325571.html SOURCE Heat InitiativeTrump's lawyers rebuff DA's idea for upholding his hush money conviction
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