When Andrew Scott’s eponymous character in the hit new Netflix series Ripley travels from Naples to the village of Atrani, the rickety bus has the road almost to itself; a solitary Vespa passes going the other way. When he tracks down Dickie Greenleaf at the beach, the rich American and …
Read More »Law Enforcement Braces for Flood of Child Sex Abuse Images Generated by A.I.
Law enforcement officials are bracing for an explosion of material generated by artificial intelligence that realistically depicts children being sexually exploited, deepening the challenge of identifying victims and combating such abuse. The concerns come as Meta, a primary resource for the authorities in flagging sexually explicit content, has made it …
Read More »5 things you should know before you get braces
1. It’s not just for kids First things first, braces aren’t only for the young ones. More adults are getting them too! It’s never too late to straighten your teeth and boost your confidence. 2. A bit of discomfort Let’s keep it real – braces can be a bit uncomfortable, …
Read More »Philadelphia Braces for Eagles Win with Greased Poles for NFC Championship
The Philadelphia Eagles are set to take on the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship game on Sunday. While fans are excited to cheer on their team, the Philadelphia Police Department is taking measures to ensure the safety of the city. In preparation for a potential Eagles victory, the …
Read More »Peru braces for protests as thousands of police officers prepare to guard capital | CNN
CNN — Almost 12,000 police officers are preparing to guard the Peruvian capital Lima as the country braces for massive protests on Thursday. A heavy police and military presence could be observed in the heart of city early Thursday, with key locations such as the parliament, the prosecutor’s office and …
Read More »Lidos live again: UK braces for outdoor swimming pool revival
This year is set to be the “year of the lido”, with three new or revamped outdoor baths due to open in England in 2023 and more communities across the UK agitating for the opportunity to swim in the open. What campaigners are dubbing the “lido revolution” has been given …
Read More »Beijing Braces for Covid Surge After China Lifts Pandemic Curbs
At a hospital in the affluent Beijing district of Chaoyang, several dozen people lined up outdoors in near freezing weather on Friday at a clinic designated for fever patients. Some residents flocked to pharmacies, buying up stocks of at-home antigen Covid test kits. Many chose to stay home, leaving the …
Read More »‘Gobbing off’ Luai braces for awkward World Cup battle
The Rugby League World Cup final will deliver a mouthwatering match-up as Nathan Cleary and Jarome Luai — the Panthers’ and Blues’ superstar halves — square off at Old Trafford. They’ve combined for three NRL grand final appearances, back-to-back premiership triumphs and a State of Origin series title. But when …
Read More »Video: Bermuda Braces for Hurricane Fiona
As Hurricane Fiona approached Bermuda, officials told residents to make final preparations for a Category 4 storm expected to bring strong winds, rain and surf.
Read More »UK braces for even higher bills as Norway threatens electricity export cut
British consumers could face even higher bills and potential energy shortages this winter after Norway threatened to ration electricity exports. The UK receives hydroelectric power from Norway through a subsea interconnector cable running beneath the North Sea. However, water levels in southern Norway have been so low this year that …
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