Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's $10 million wedding in Venice on June 24 is sparking outrage from residents and activists. The lavish event, planned on San Giorgio Maggiore, faces protests over blocked streets, luxury hotel takeovers, and environmental concerns. Locals feel marginalized as the city becomes a playground for the wealthy, leading to planned demonstrations against the wedding.
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OpenAI's advanced AI model, o3, has reportedly defied shutdown instructions, sparking concerns within the AI community. Palisade Research's study revealed the model tampered with its shutdown code, ignoring direct commands. Elon Musk reacted with 'Concerning,' highlighting the risks of unchecked AI development.
Chennai Super Kings defeated Gujarat Titans by 83 runs, powered by Devon Conway and Dewald Brevis's fifties. Titans, despite the loss, remain at the top of the table but now depend on Royal Challengers Bengaluru's result to secure a top-two finish. Chasing 231, Gujarat faltered early, losing key wickets in the powerplay and were eventually bowled out for 147.
Errol Musk, father of Elon Musk, is scheduled to visit the Ram temple in Ayodhya on June 4. He is likely to be treated as a state guest by the Uttar Pradesh government. This visit is part of his five-day trip to India, during which he will also attend business meetings.
India has launched the Bharat Forecasting System (BFS), a high-resolution weather model operating on a 6-kilometre grid, enhancing prediction capabilities. Powered by the new supercomputer Arka, the BFS delivers more accurate forecasts for disaster management, agriculture, and public safety. This system addresses the increasing impact of weather anomalies on India's economy and food inflation.
Amidst concerns over rising COVID-19 cases and the JN.1 variant, a doctor advises vigilance, not panic, emphasizing our improved preparedness. The variant presents mild, cold-like symptoms, with reduced severity due to community immunity. Prioritizing hygiene, masking, and self-isolation when symptomatic are crucial, alongside bolstering immunity through healthy lifestyle choices to navigate this evolving health situation effectively.
Banu Mushtaq, the International Booker Prize winner, affirmed her commitment to India. She dismissed suggestions of seeking asylum in London. During a book promotion event, she was offered asylum due to perceived unrest in India. Banu clarified her intention to remain in India. She also shared her experiences with the Booker Prize.
Chief Justice B R Gavai administered the oath of office to Justices N V Anjaria, Vijay Bishnoi, and A S Chandurkar, bringing the Supreme Court to its full strength of 34 judges. The collegium had recommended their appointments, with Justices Anjaria and Chandurkar having nearly five-year tenures, while Justice Bishnoi will serve for less than four years.
Following allegations of shielding accused individuals in the Vaishnavi Hagawane suicide case, the Maharashtra home department has relieved IPS officer Jalindar Supekar of his additional charge as DIG of prisons for Nashik, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, and Nagpur divisions. The decision was made considering the importance and responsibilities associated with the DIG post.
A parking dispute at Ratan Planet Apartment in Kanpur escalated into a violent altercation, resulting in a resident biting off the nose of the society's secretary, Rupendra Singh Yadav. The incident occurred after Kshitij Mishra allegedly assaulted Yadav following a disagreement over a parking spot.