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Many minerals appear in small concentrations in source rock, so the process of extracting them has a large footprint relative to the amount of final product. A mining operation would need to move about seven kilograms of rock to get one kilogram of aluminum, for instance. For copper, the ratio is much higher, at over 500 to one. Taking these …

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Artificial intelligence helped boost Microsoft’s cloud sales past analysts’ forecasts, as demand for the high-profile technology challenges the company’s capacity to keep up with its rivals. The Seattle-based group, which has become a bellwether for the rapidly developing generative AI …

On MMM, the Japanese artist uses his “third voice” and keyless pipe organ to craft an album that operates under its own set of rules.

CNN  —  Here’s a look at the life of Bob Graham, former United States senator and Democratic governor of Florida. Birth date: November 9, 1936 Death date: April 16, 2024 Birth place: Coral Gables, Florida Birth name: Daniel Robert Graham Father: Ernest “Cap” Graham, Florida state senator, dairy farmer and cattle rancher Mother: Hilda (Simmons) Graham, teacher Marriage: Adele (Khoury) …

Alphabet went into its earnings report on Thursday facing concerns about the growth of its core Google ads business and the company’s ability to generate profits from its hefty investments in artificial intelligence. For the time being at least, the company put Wall Street’s fears to rest. Alphabet topped analysts’ estimates, reporting revenue growth of 15% for the quarter, the …

There’s a strong chance we will see Nintendo’s next-generation console in 2025, but if you just have been itching to play some Nintendo games, the Switch remains an excellent buy. You’re in luck because Amazon is offering $25 off when you clip the on-page coupon, dropping the price to $324. Not only is this a rare discount, but it’s also …

Although vegetarian and vegan diets have some health benefits, teenage boys and girls who follow vegetarian or vegan diets are at higher risk for certain vitamin deficiencies. According to Dr. Scripps, some of the most common nutrient deficiencies in teens on plant-based diets are iron, calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B12, and zinc. “Vegetarians and vegans should be mindful of eating …

A majority of Americans believe former President Trump is being treated differently than most criminal defendants in his hush money case, according to a new CNN poll. Trump’s hush money trial began last Monday, marking the first criminal trial of a former American president. He has been charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records in relation to reimbursements to …

When Elyanna describes describes her debut album, Woledto, as music with “no limitations,” she says she means it in both a geographical and sonic sense. The nine-track record fuses Latin vocal melodies, heavy hip-hop 808s, and Arabic instrumentation for an energetic sound of tradition meeting modernity. The Palestinan-Chilean singer, who made her first stateside performance at Coachella 2023, is one …

Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:ALSN) Q1 2024 Earnings Conference Call April 25, 2024 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Jackie Bolles – Executive Director, Treasury and IRDave Graziosi – Chairman and CEOFred Bohley – Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer Conference Call Participants Ian Zaffino – OppenheimerJustin Pellegrino – Melius ResearchTami Zakaria – JPMorganAngel Castillo – Morgan StanleyJerry Revich …

People usually want to make sure their iPhones and other Apple devices are extremely easy to find should they ever get misplaced. But the Find My iPhone feature isn’t always for everyone, and you might want to turn it off. Find My iPhone is Apple’s way of helping you locate your lost or misplaced phone, even if the device is …

On Thursday, Baltimore County Police arrested Pikesville High School’s former athletic director, Dazhon Darien, and charged him with using AI to impersonate Principal Eric Eiswert, according to a report by The Baltimore Banner. Police say Darien used AI voice synthesis software to simulate Eiswert’s voice, leading the public to believe the principal made racist and antisemitic comments. The audio clip, …

If you’re shopping for a new dream home, you may have noticed the many styles, eras, and phrases used to describe properties. Understanding the many types of home and home terminology will help you determine what best fits your needs and tastes. Two main parameters classify a home: the structure type and the architectural style. The structure type refers to …

The extraordinary claim by Rebel Wilson that she was invited to a drug-fueled orgy by a minor royal at an LA party was greeted with wry amusement by friends of some hard-partying members of the aristocracy and minor royals this week. Dubbed the “narco-toffs” by their peers, there has always been a section of the upper class that has incorporated …

Believe it or not, Jennifer Lopez is an outfit repeater—or at the very least, she’s been relying on a singular silhouette for the past two weeks. Lopez has been spotted again in a pair of barrel-style, wide-leg jeans after wearing similar pairs last week. There’s been a tectonic shift in Lopez’s style, as she’s swapped her usual high-watt glam and plunging necklines for oversized shapes …

Norwest Venture Partners, a 65-year-old firm backed solely by Wells Fargo, has raised its 17th fund at $3 billion. That’s a noteworthy number, given that NVP last raised the same amount in December 2021. That was the peak of the venture boom, and at that time, the firm said it increased its capital pool by 50% (NVP’s 2019 fund closed …

Microsoft (MSFT) reported its fiscal third quarter earnings Thursday, beating analysts’ estimates on the top and bottom lines on the strength of its cloud computing business. “Microsoft Copilot and Copilot stack are orchestrating a new era of AI transformation, driving better business outcomes across every role and industry,” Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said in a statement. Microsoft said its AI …

Paramount Global and Skydance Media are making progress on a deal that would merge the media companies and buy out controlling shareholder Shari Redstone, according to people familiar with the matter. Paramount Global’s special committee, in charge of accepting or rejecting transactions, and David Ellison’s Skydance Media, backed by private equity firms KKR and RedBird Capital Partners, are narrowing in …

Simon Miller is continuing its world tour. Following trips to the Scottish Highlands and the Tuscan countryside, Chelsea Hansford found inspiration for her pre-fall 2024 collection in Tangier, Morocco. While her locales of choice are always awash with natural beauty, Hansford routinely takes interest in a place’s architecture. “I imagined this woman in our collection lounging in the beautiful kind …

The Portal isn’t the Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck killer some thought it might be, but it remains a handy tool for gamers who can’t play on their primary TV or just want the ability to enjoy games throughout their home. If you’re not already caught up on what it is, it’s essentially an eight-inch 1080p LCD display that’s sandwiched …