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The EU Wanted A Deepfake Detector. It Got An AI Scarlet Letter.

2 months 1 week ago
I spoke a little about this on last week’s Ctrl-Alt-Speech, but now that Anthropic has come out with more details about how its text watermarking works, the debate has shifted into overdrive. Many people are upset about it, even though it appears that Google has already been doing something similar with the output from Gemini. […]
Mike Masnick

Daily Deal: iPhotography Training Course

2 months 1 week ago
Sure, just about anyone can point and shoot with a camera, but only a true expert can snap a photo that’s worth sharing with the world. From exposure to shutter speed and everything in between, this award-winning training walks you through the nuts and bolts behind capturing truly stunning photos. iPhotography is the leading online […]
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Governor Pritzker Waives Penalties and Interest for Taxpayers Affected by Severe Weather in Illinois

2 months 1 week ago
CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) announced disaster tax relief for individuals and businesses in 15 counties affected by widespread damage from torrential downpours, flash flooding, straight-line winds and several tornadoes. Illinois currently leads the nation with approximately 204 tornadoes this year as verified by the National Weather Service. “Severe weather has caused significant damage and disruption for families, businesses, and

Jerseyville Approves Temporary Hire Of Outside Library Cataloger

2 months 1 week ago
JERSEYVILLE – The Jerseyville Public Library is getting temporary help from an out-of-town cataloger following a 4-1 vote from City Council members. Jerseyville City Council members approved the employment of a part-time cataloger for the Jerseyville Public Library who resides outside corporate city limits at their Aug. 18, 2026 meeting. Mayor Kevin Stork said under the city’s personnel policy, city employees are required to reside within Jerseyville city limits, and that the council

Man killed in single-vehicle crash in Washington County

2 months 1 week ago
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Mo. - A Union man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon on Highway 47. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP), the crash occurred around 4:15 p.m. on Highway 47 near Calico Creek Road. It involved a Ford F-150. Police said the crash happened after the Ford traveled off the [...]
Nick Gladney

Vibration Plates Show Promise For People With Lymphedema

2 months 1 week ago
A growing social media trend is putting vibration plates in the spotlight as a potential tool to shake off lymphedema symptoms, though specialists caution that the devices should complement, not replace, established therapies. Whole-body vibration plates, which create rapid muscle contractions while users stand, sit or exercise on the device, have attracted attention online for claims that they can improve circulation, reduce swelling and support lymphatic health . Many people discover

Update: Immobilized Vehicle Struck In Deadly Illinois 255 Collision

2 months 1 week ago
ROXANA — A driver was killed Thursday morning, Aug. 20, 2026, in a two-unit crash on Illinois 255 northbound at Wagon Wheel Road in Roxana after the vehicle became immobilized in a traffic lane and was struck by another vehicle, Illinois State Police said. Illinois State Police Troop 8 responded to the crash in Madison County at approximately 5:27 a.m. Aug. 20, 2026. A preliminary investigation indicated Unit 1 was traveling northbound and approaching Wagon Wheel Road when it became