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IFFK 2024: ‘Humans in the Loop’ cautions against Artificial Intelligence driven by dominant narratives

In one of the initial scenes of Humans in the Loop directed by Aranya Sahay, the protagonist Nehma, belonging to the Oraon tribe in a remote village in Jharkhand, is seen lying on a rock on one side with her ear on the ground, observing her surroundings for signs of life in the lifeless and the living. The couple has …

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Wisconsin teen Natalie Rupnow joins a rare subset of school shooters: women

The Independent

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Following her attack on …

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1 week, 1 day ago

‘Persons with political and religious prejudices mustn’t be made judges’

New Indian Express

Do you feel his comments warrant impeachment? Judges have to follow Standard Operating Procedures by adhering to rules. However, it seems that some judges often speak on political issues… Some judges often talk on politically sensitive issues, which must be avoided. In the wake of controversy over Justice Yadav’s comments, can people still expect impartial justice? Persons with religious prejudices …

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2 weeks ago

Book Review: Weike Wang’s 3rd novel ‘Rental House’ finds beauty and humor in a marriage of opposites

Associated Press

Vacation rental with the in-laws — for many, it’s a setup for disaster. In Weike Wang’s “Rental House,” it’s certainly that. She’s in a leopard-print turtleneck, plaid jacket and shiny gold pants to represent “a bad dress day.” He’s got a fin strapped to his back to stand for “great white,” as in shark, not, Keru later realizes, his status …

Book Review Wang Keru

2 weeks, 1 day ago

Need To Introspect Why Many Women Are Unwilling To Continue In Legal Profession: Justice BV Nagarathna

Live Law

Supreme Court Judge, Justice BV Nagarathna recently expressed concerns over the gendered prejudices that lead to women quitting the legal profession. Speaking at gender sensitisation event at the Madras High Court on December 7, Justice Nagarathna highlighted the need for the legal fraternity to introspect on the social factors that may be hindering women from sustaining in the legal. Speaking …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Review: In ‘Unstoppable,’ an inspirational, if formulaic sports drama about a wrestler with one leg

Hindustan Times

Anthony Robles’ story seems almost tailor made for a Hollywood film. Review: In ‘Unstoppable,’ an inspirational, if formulaic sports drama about a wrestler with one leg The film version is aptly titled “Unstoppable,” and it’s getting a limited theatrical release starting Friday before it streams on Prime Video on Jan. 16. Directed by William Goldenberg, the Oscar-winning editor of “Argo” …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Review: In ‘Unstoppable,’ an inspirational, if formulaic sports drama about a wrestler with one leg

Associated Press

Anthony Robles’ story seems almost tailor made for a Hollywood film. The film version is aptly titled “Unstoppable,” and it’s getting a limited theatrical release starting Friday before it streams on Prime Video on Jan. 16. Directed by William Goldenberg, the Oscar-winning editor of “Argo” making his feature directorial debut, “Unstoppable” has all the makings of a rousing sports drama …

Unstoppable Judy

3 weeks, 4 days ago

Indian-Canadian couple share 'lies' they heard about each other's cultures. Video

India Today

Love knows no boundaries, but cultural stereotypes? She further said that she was also warned about supposed hygiene issues, with claims that “Indians don’t use deodorants,” and even heard alarmist remarks about the risk of sexual violence in India. Danielle would divorce me.” He was also told that “white folks treat their parents badly” and might even take all his …

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4 weeks ago

No Amendment Of Plaint After Conclusion Of Evidence If It Alters Nature Of Suit Or Prejudices Accrued Rights Of Defendants: Jharkhand HC

Live Law

The Jharkhand High Court has reiterated that amendments in pleadings that alter the fundamental nature of a suit or prejudice accrued rights of the opposing party cannot be permitted. It would certainly prejudice to the rights and interest of the defendant which have accrued to them after conclusion of the evidence in the suit in question.” “It is the settled …

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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Kaya Scodelario reveals she struggled to get acting jobs after Skins due to UK class ‘barriers’

The Independent

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Wuthering Heights star, 32, shot to fame as Effy Stonem in the Channel 4 …

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1 month ago

Wicked and Gladiator 2 are the same movie. Hear me out.

Slate

If predictions hold, it looks as if the attempt to engineer a second Barbenheimer by opening Wicked: Part I and Gladiator II on the same weekend will end up falling short of re-creating the same magic. “The best way to bring folks together,” he explains to Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba, “is to give ’em a real good enemy.” Gladiator II’s twin …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Assisted dying unites Kemi Badenoch and Diane Abbott in fears over safeguards

The Independent

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Opposition to a bill attempting to legalise assisted dying appears to …

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2 months ago

When Donald Trump cites history, we need to watch out

LA Times

Yet again Donald Trump has provided a reminder of the irony in his slogan “Make America Great Again” — besides the fact that America is great. One of the most recent examples of Trump’s warped views is his promise that if elected he’ll employ the rarely used Alien Enemies Act of 1798, intended as a wartime measure, “to target and …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Curing prisons of caste prejudice

Hindustan Times

For an issue that flew under the radar for many decades, this is a watershed moment in several ways. The bench said caste-based assignments of labour, such as assigning menial tasks like cleaning and sweeping to marginalised castes while reserving cooking for higher castes, is a violation of Articles 14 and 15 of the Constitution, which ensures equality and prohibits …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Valentina Petrillo: First transgender Paralympic runner ignores ‘jealous’ critics to make history at Paris 2024

The Independent

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Hit Chinese video game builds pride, subdues prejudice

China Daily

People watch a gamer try the Black Myth: Wukong game at a shopping mall in Wuhan, Hubei province, on Thursday. "It's not excessive to say that I have been expecting a game like this my entire life," said 39-year-old Kang Jianxiong, while manipulating the hero in the Black Myth: Wukong video game to stand on the top of his magic …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Hit Chinese video game builds pride, subdues prejudice

China Daily

People watch a gamer try the Black Myth: Wukong game at a shopping mall in Wuhan, Hubei province, on Thursday. "It's not excessive to say that I have been expecting a game like this my entire life," said 39-year-old Kang Jianxiong, while manipulating the hero in the Black Myth: Wukong video game to stand on the top of his magic …

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4 months ago

Koda Farms, California rice and Asian American dreams

LA Times

For nearly 100 years Koda Farms grew some of the most beloved rice in the country in conditions far from ideal. Sho-Chiku-Bai sweet rice is sifted through the hands of Robin Koda from a small seed silo at the Koda family farm. Koda Farms, which is winding down operations this year and licensing its trademarks to another family-run company, exists …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Revamped AUKUS document reveals how US and UK can walk away from nuclear submarine deal

ABC

Australia would foot the bill for any loss or injury caused by sensitive technology and radioactive materials transferred by the United States and United Kingdom for nuclear submarines, under a revamped version of the AUKUS agreement. According to the document, "Australia shall be responsible for the management, disposition, storage, and disposal of any spent nuclear fuel and radioactive waste resulting …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Senior team coach De La Fuente urges respect for Spanish football after Paris Olympic gold

The Hindu

An ecstatic Luis de la Fuente, coach of Spain’s senior national team, said his country’s football should be more highly valued after the under-23 side’s triumph in the final of the Olympic tournament against France on Friday. De la Fuente led the under-23 team three years ago in their silver medal finish at the Tokyo Games before being named senior …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

'I want to inspire': Algeria's woman boxer fighting prejudices

Raw Story

Algiers – Born in a poor village some 300 kilometres from Algiers, boxer Imane Khelif had to overcome obstacles in a conservative country where women are considered unfit for the sport. From a family of limited means, she spoke of the difficulty of her life in "a village of conservative people" in Tiaret's semi-desert surroundings. "Everything changed for the better, …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

19 new professions gain official recognition

China Daily

China has officially recognized 19 new professions, with the majority closely related to cutting-edge technologies and modern manufacturing. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security said on Wednesday that the 19 professions include biological engineering technician, dental hygienist, generative artificial intelligence system operator and livestreaming anchor. "Recognizing new professions is of great importance of developing new jobs, guiding the …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

19 new professions gain official recognition

China Daily

China has officially recognized 19 new professions, with the majority closely related to cutting-edge technologies and modern manufacturing. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security said on Wednesday that the 19 professions include biological engineering technician, dental hygienist, generative artificial intelligence system operator and livestreaming anchor. "Recognizing new professions is of great importance of developing new jobs, guiding the …

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

Will America ever overcome its prejudices and elect a woman as president?

The Independent

US elections in the media age have bequeathed a host of iconic images, from the JFK-Nixon debate to that red-tinted Barack Obama “hope” poster, through Bill Clinton’s choice of Al Gore rather than a grizzled sage as his running mate and the notorious “hanging chads” of the “tied” 2000 election. Against this cataclysmic disappointment for the Clinton campaign and all …

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IFFK 2024: ‘Humans in the Loop’ cautions against Artificial Intelligence driven by dominant narratives

Wisconsin teen Natalie Rupnow joins a rare subset of school shooters: women

‘Persons with political and religious prejudices mustn’t be made judges’

Book Review: Weike Wang’s 3rd novel ‘Rental House’ finds beauty and humor in a marriage of opposites

Need To Introspect Why Many Women Are Unwilling To Continue In Legal Profession: Justice BV Nagarathna

Review: In ‘Unstoppable,’ an inspirational, if formulaic sports drama about a wrestler with one leg

Review: In ‘Unstoppable,’ an inspirational, if formulaic sports drama about a wrestler with one leg

Indian-Canadian couple share 'lies' they heard about each other's cultures. Video

No Amendment Of Plaint After Conclusion Of Evidence If It Alters Nature Of Suit Or Prejudices Accrued Rights Of Defendants: Jharkhand HC

Kaya Scodelario reveals she struggled to get acting jobs after Skins due to UK class ‘barriers’

Wicked and Gladiator 2 are the same movie. Hear me out.

Assisted dying unites Kemi Badenoch and Diane Abbott in fears over safeguards

When Donald Trump cites history, we need to watch out

Curing prisons of caste prejudice

Valentina Petrillo: First transgender Paralympic runner ignores ‘jealous’ critics to make history at Paris 2024

Hit Chinese video game builds pride, subdues prejudice

Hit Chinese video game builds pride, subdues prejudice

Koda Farms, California rice and Asian American dreams

Revamped AUKUS document reveals how US and UK can walk away from nuclear submarine deal

Senior team coach De La Fuente urges respect for Spanish football after Paris Olympic gold

'I want to inspire': Algeria's woman boxer fighting prejudices

19 new professions gain official recognition

19 new professions gain official recognition

Will America ever overcome its prejudices and elect a woman as president?