Stories from United States

Meta has signed a $500 million contract with Scale AI to expand its data usage capabilities. Scale AI will assist in analyzing Pentago's large datasets to support military decision-making processes.

The Golden Globes organization will require productions to report any use of generative artificial intelligence during the creative process. This rule specifically targets AI that affects an actor's appearance or voice. Performances must primarily stem from human work, meaning AI-generated performances will be ineligible to compete. The organization will permit AI use for technical or cosmetic touch-ups provided the underlying performance remains human. These regulations follow similar measures announced by the Hollywood Academy last week. The Golden Globes announced that the use of artificial intelligence will not automatically disqualify a movie from being nominated. However, the organization stated that AI may not replace the core creative contributions of human talent used to make a film.

Rudy Giuliani is applying for medical coverage under the World Trade Center health program. He remains in the hospital but has been moved out of intensive care. The source did not specify the exact medical condition or the reason for his hospitalization.

The Minneapolis City Council has expressed opposition to a proposed measure that would grant the mayor increased authority over municipal appointments.

Weekly jobless claims have reached 200,000. The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits has reached 200,000.

Newspapers have indicated the possibility of reaching a potential agreement between Washington and Tehran. The reports suggest discussions regarding a possible deal are underway. No specific terms or timelines for the agreement were provided in the reports.

Apple is planning to release a new foldable phone, referred to as the Apple Fold. The device is expected to be priced between 2,000 and 2,500 euros. This development comes as the company celebrates its 50th anniversary.

The MBTA Blue Line in Boston ground to a complete halt due to a fault involving a person walking in a harbor tunnel. The incident caused a total stoppage of service on the line. The disruption is affecting commuters and is under investigation.

First-time weekly jobless claims rose slightly last week to a count of 200,000. The source described this figure as a historically low count. The report comes ahead of the April jobs report scheduled for tomorrow.

Advocates are challenging a court case that could end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians. The source reports a traffic accident that closed lanes in Sha Tin. Additionally, a hepatitis case has been linked to a KLM flight passenger.