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The Polaroid Flip, my favorite retro instant camera, is cheaper than ever

Instant cameras are gaining popularity as they provide a creative outlet free from the distractions of smartphones. The Polaroid Flip, priced at $184.99 today (a $35 discount), is currently available at this value through Polaroid’s website, which is its lowest price on record. Additionally, Amazon offers a bundle including the camera and two packs of […]

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Tod’s Festive Feast, the Capital’s Must-Visit Viral Christmas Streetfood Market

Tod’s Festive Feast has opened at Outernet London, featuring a curated selection of popular food vendors. This event aims to provide a unique culinary experience for visitors and will continue until December 28th, 2023. Organized by Eating With Tod, a well-known food influencer in the UK, the market hosts a variety of vendors known for

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Flood catastrophe awakens volunteerism in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka has been severely impacted by Cyclone Ditwah, leading to extensive flooding and landslides that have resulted in over 400 fatalities, with many still unaccounted for. Approximately 20,000 homes have been destroyed, and more than one million residents are affected. In response to this crisis, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has declared a state of

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San Francisco sues food companies over ultra-processed products

San Francisco has initiated legal action against ten major food manufacturers, alleging that these companies are knowingly selling ultra-processed products linked to serious health issues. The lawsuit, filed in San Francisco Superior Court, claims that practices employed by these food giants parallel those historically associated with the tobacco industry, leading to increased public health costs

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Putin holds Ukraine peace talks with US negotiators in Moscow

Vladimir Putin met with US negotiators on Tuesday for five hours of discussions aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The meeting included US envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, who is related to former President Donald Trump, and was characterized by a Russian official as “productive.” However, specific details from the talks remain

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Google is experimentally replacing news headlines with AI clickbait nonsense

Google is reportedly experimenting with AI-generated headlines for articles displayed in its Discover feature, which is accessed via Android home screens. Some of these AI-created headlines have raised questions about their accuracy and context. For example, headlines like “BG3 players exploit children” and “Qi2 slows older Pixels” are indicative of sensationalism rather than informative content.

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Tick-Borne Viruses Threaten Humans, Mammals in NW China

A recent study published in *Nature Communications* by Zhou, Liu, Wang, and colleagues investigates the risk associated with tick-borne viruses (TBVs) affecting humans and mammals in northwest China and surrounding areas. This research is significant for understanding the dynamics of zoonotic diseases, particularly those transmitted by ticks, which are increasingly relevant due to environmental changes

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Gen Z trend of renting clothes, household items goes viral – Fox Business

Recent trends indicate a significant rise in the practice of renting clothing and household items among Generation Z. This trend has gained traction on social media platforms, leading to increased visibility and engagement within this demographic. Many Gen Z consumers are turning to rental services as a sustainable alternative to traditional retail shopping. The shift

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Rare Fabergé egg fetches record £22.9m at London auction

A Fabergé egg, known as the Winter Egg, was sold at Christie’s auction house in London for a record £22.9 million ($30.2 million). The egg, which features 4,500 diamonds, was originally commissioned by Tsar Nicholas II in 1913 as a gift for his mother. It is regarded as one of the notable works of the

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Billionaire Dell family to seed Trump accounts for kids with $250

Tech entrepreneur Michael Dell and his wife Susan have pledged a donation of $250 to 25 million children in the United States, amounting to a total of $6.25 billion. This funding aims to support Trump-branded investment accounts, which were established by Congress as part of a recent tax and spending bill designed to incentivize families

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