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Peter Nero, a Grammy-winning pianist and ex-conductor of the Philly Pops, dies at 89
Peter Nero, a Grammy-winning pianist and ex-conductor of the Philly Pops, dies at 89
Peter Nero, a Grammy-winning pianist who interpreted pop songs through classical and jazz forms and served as the Philly Pops’ conductor for more than three decades, has died
2023-07-09 07:46
Score 20% off Apple AirPods Pro (2nd gen) before Prime Day hits
Score 20% off Apple AirPods Pro (2nd gen) before Prime Day hits
SAVE $49.01: As of June 23, you can score a pair of Apple AirPods Pro
2023-06-23 23:24
US vice president announces more than $100M to help Caribbean during official visit to Bahamas
US vice president announces more than $100M to help Caribbean during official visit to Bahamas
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris has announced that the U.S. is investing more than $100 million in the Caribbean region to crack down on weapons trafficking, help alleviate Haiti’s humanitarian crisis and support climate change initiatives
2023-06-09 06:01
Austrians and Czechs reintroduce controls on the border with Slovakia to curb migration
Austrians and Czechs reintroduce controls on the border with Slovakia to curb migration
The Czech Republic and Austria say they are temporarily reintroducing checks along their borders with Slovakia in an effort to stem a flow of migrants
2023-10-03 20:38
Ohtani's 2nd HR leads off 12th as Angels rally for 9-6 win at Rangers
Ohtani's 2nd HR leads off 12th as Angels rally for 9-6 win at Rangers
Shohei Ohtani homered on the first pitch of the 12th inning, going deep for the second time in the game as the Los Angels Angels beat the AL West-leading Texas Rangers 9-6
2023-06-13 12:06
Long-form video content is here to stay, says YouTube UK boss
Long-form video content is here to stay, says YouTube UK boss
YouTube’s UK and Ireland boss has insisted there will always be a future for long-form videos despite increasing competition from the likes of TikTok. Alison Lomax, who took on the post in January this year, told the PA news agency that YouTube is committed to a multi-format proposition, through its traditional longer videos as well as Shorts, launched in 2021 to draw back some of the audiences that had switched to short-form rivals such as TikTok. She said YouTube Music is rolling out its new podcast feature in response to increasing demand for podcasts from younger viewers, who she stressed are not turning their backs on longer-form content. Having launched in the US in April, it is now set to be unveiled in the UK by the end of the year, according to Ms Lomax. But it comes as TikTok continues to enjoy exponential growth, with mobile phone usage driving consumers towards short-form video. Speaking on the launch of YouTube’s latest UK impact report, Ms Lomax said: “Generation Z have really embraced the podcast, but they’re not 60 seconds.” She said in the future “there will still be a world for multi-format and you see that with creators”. “Just because you can create short form content, does not mean that they do. “People experiment with different formats.” (AI) is the buzz word of the year, but it's been part of what we are doing for many years Alison Lomax, YouTube UK and Ireland managing director The group, owned by Google parent Alphabet, said in its impact report that more than 45,000 full-time jobs were created among its creator economy in 2022, while its “creative ecosystem” contributed over £2 billion to wider UK economic output last year. The research, conducted by Oxford Economics, found that more than 65,000 creators and partners in the UK receive income linked to their YouTube presence, with over a third of British creators who earn money from YouTube saying it was their main source of revenue. Ms Lomax said recent developments in artificial intelligence (AI) were also presenting “real opportunities” for its creators. The group has been working with Google DeepMind, which is headquartered in Britain, to design AI solutions to create performance improvements on the platform for creators and viewers. Ms Lomax said YouTube has been using AI since 2017, including to help develop content moderation in the battle against misinformation, something that is becoming increasingly important in the area of health and in particular ahead of upcoming elections in the US and UK. She said: “(AI) is the buzz word of the year, but it’s been part of what we are doing for many years.” Echoing recent comments from YouTube chief executive Neal Mohan, she said the industry is “at a critical inflection point” with AI. “We need to boldly embrace it, but also by being mindful about responsibility.” YouTube recently announced an initiative that will see it partner with the music industry as artists face increasing challenges from the rise of AI technology. It has launched YouTube’s Music AI Incubator to help inform its approach to the technology, look at how it can enhance creativity and address issues. “We’re aware of the big opportunity but also we are aware of the downsides… we want to be part of the solution and the opportunity,” said Ms Lomax. The music initiative is the first of a number of YouTube announcements in the AI arena this year, she said, adding it is “something we’re thinking about very deeply for the ecosystem”. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Robotic dog brought into survey historic Cold War weapons testing facilities Period and fertility tracking apps scrutinised over data security concerns Russian cyber-attacks ‘relentless’ as threat of WW3 grows, expert warns
2023-09-14 07:01
'On to the next adventure': Jeff Bridges reveals his '9-by-12-inch tumor' has now shrunk to 'size of a marble' in positive health update
'On to the next adventure': Jeff Bridges reveals his '9-by-12-inch tumor' has now shrunk to 'size of a marble' in positive health update
Jeff Bridges has revealed that initially, he had a '9-by-12-inch tumor' in his abdomen which has now reduced 'to the size of a marble'
2023-05-24 14:31
How tall is Zion Williamson? Pro basketball player 'shrunk' in size after NBA declared new height rule in 2019
How tall is Zion Williamson? Pro basketball player 'shrunk' in size after NBA declared new height rule in 2019
NBA player Zion Williamson was still in his developing years in 2019, when his height was officially recorded, and he has since got taller
2023-10-13 15:43
Damar Hamlin named 2023 George Halas Award winner
Damar Hamlin named 2023 George Halas Award winner
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin was named the 2023 George Halas Award winner by the Professional Football Writers of America on Monday.
2023-05-16 17:28
Sustainable Investments in Colombia: Energy Transition, Food Security, and Social Development Drive High Returns
Sustainable Investments in Colombia: Energy Transition, Food Security, and Social Development Drive High Returns
BOGOTÁ, Colombia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 11, 2023--
2023-07-12 05:41
Maren Morris files for divorce from Ryan Hurd, citing music couple's 'irreconcilable differences'
Maren Morris files for divorce from Ryan Hurd, citing music couple's 'irreconcilable differences'
Maren Morris has filed for divorce from her husband Ryan Hurd, citing the prominent country music couple’s “irreconcilable differences” after five years of marriage
2023-10-18 04:41
'Transformers' cast goes head-to-head for ultimate music knowledge supremacy
'Transformers' cast goes head-to-head for ultimate music knowledge supremacy
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts stars Dominique Fishback, Anthony Ramos, Liza Koshy, Tobe Nwigwe and
2023-06-10 00:55