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Microsoft unveils text-to-speech AI model VALL-E, which was trained on English speech data and can simulate a person’s voice with three seconds of sample audio — IN BRIEF — With just…
Chief: 6-year-old shot Virginia teacher during class lesson
By Ben Finley And Denise Lavoie in Newport News…
Brazilian officials knew of protest, thought they could contain it
Days before right-wing rioters stormed the capital, the call went out: “ATTENTION PATRIOTS FROM ALL OVER BRAZIL. ON JANUARY 08 WE WILL BRING BRASÍLIA TO A HALT.”
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 321 of the invasion
Russia and Wagner likely to be in control of Soledar in Donbas, says UK; UK considering supplying small number of tanks to UkraineWhat we know on day 321 of the Russian invasion Continue reading…
Solstad Offshore claims 29% fuel saving on lengthy PSV transit
Oslo-listed company says excellent seamanship plus data analytics are key to improving environmental footprint
Judge: Anchorage House Democrat meets residency rules
A state court judge has ruled that an Anchorage Democrat who won a state House race last fall meets residency requirements to take office.
Mexico strengthens trade relations in North America – Al Jazeera English
Mexico strengthens trade relations in North America Al Jazeera EnglishMexico–U.S. Trade: What Shall We Do When Mexico Becomes China? National ReviewTrudeau stakes Canada’s trade policy on NAFTA’s resiliency CBC NewsAdva…
Russia launches criminal probes on prominent Kremlin critics
Russian authorities have announced criminal probes against a famous actor critical of the war in Ukraine and a philanthropist who supports the Russian opposition.
Umpqua wins final approval to combine with Tacoma-based Columbia Bank
The combined companies will take Columbia Bank’s name, with headquarters based in Tacoma. Branches, however, will be operated under the Umpqua brand.