Keanu Reeves' girlfriend Alexandra Grant calls him an 'inspiration'
Keanu Reeves and Alexandra Grant appear to be a match made in creative heaven.
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Google Pixel 8 camera will include ‘creepy’ face-changing AI
Google’s next flagship smartphone will feature an AI-powered camera that can automatically alter the expression on someone’s face, according to a leaked video. The Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 8 Pro, which are set to be unveiled on 4 October, have already been partially revealed by the US tech firm, which has a habit of teasing its devices before the official release date. The latest promo video, posted by reliable leaker Kamila Wojciechowska, shows Pixel 8 users radically adjusting the appearance of photo subjects “with a tap”. “Reimagine an image with Magic Editor from Google Photos,” the video states. “It’ll make you wonder, can a phone be made of magic? Nope, it’s AI.” The video generated excitement among Pixel owners on social media, though some expressed concern about the camera’s abilities. “I am sold on the Pixel 8 series,” one user of X, formerly Twitter, posted. “The head swap kinda creepy though.” Similar to Apple with its latest iPhone 15 series, the tech giant is expected to place a major emphasis on the phone’s camera, with other leaks and rumours surrounding Google’s next Pixel devices suggesting both versions will feature a 50 megapixel main camera, together with a 10.5 megapixel front camera. The Pixel 8 Pro will feature an additional rear camera that offers telephoto capabilities and 5x optical zoom. Key specs have also been leaked, most notably the inclusion of a Tensor G3 chipset that will enable better processing power. The price for the standard version is expected to be £699 in the UK and $699 in the US, while the premium version will cost £999 in the UK and $899 in the US. Anyone who pre-orders the Pixel 8 Pro will also receive a free Pixel Watch 2. Google does not comment on leaks or rumours about unreleased products. Read More 10 ways AI will change the world – from curing cancer to wiping out humanity Pixel 6 pre-order: How to get Google’s new phone Google Pixel 6 release date revealed for ‘iPhone killer’ Google Pixel buds A-series review: AirPods for the Android crowd
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5 NBA free agents EuroLeague teams should consider
Kemba Walker and Jabari Parker were the two marquee NBA names to join EuroLeague teams this summer, but plenty of NBA free agents remain that EuroLeague front offices should be keeping an eye on. Here’s our ranking of the top five.
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Taye Diggs loves his podcast about love
Taye Diggs is happy to talk about love stories, but only if it's not his own.
1970-01-01 08:00
Sarina Wiegman says England clash with her native Netherlands ‘very special’
England boss Sarina Wiegman admits it will be “very special” when her side take on her native Netherlands in Tuesday’s Nations League contest in Utrecht. Wiegman played for the Dutch national team before overseeing their Euro 2017 win on home soil and finishing as runners-up at the 2019 World Cup in France. The 53-year-old, who has subsequently matched those managerial achievements with England, told a press conference that being back in her home country with the Lionesses was “very nice, a little bit strange too – of course I have some memories here”. She added: “I’m really looking forward to tomorrow. It’s just very special to be here and to play the opponents. “Of course we know each other really well, I know the staff, most of the staff didn’t change that much, or the players. Lots of people will be in the stands that I know.” The match is England’s second in Group A1 after they beat Scotland 2-1 in Sunderland on Friday, when the Netherlands opened their campaign with a 2-1 loss away to Belgium. Wiegman said: “We had a good review on the (Scotland) match. “We want to do a couple of things a little better, and keep doing the things that we did really well, bring that to the next level too – that’s what we talked about, and then tomorrow we go again. “I think if you look at the stats against Belgium they (the Netherlands) had pretty good stats. You see how the game developed and they were a little bit unlucky, and Belgium took advantage of that. “Of course they want to do well because their goal also is to come first in the group, so with the first loss they really want to do well tomorrow and have a good result. That is what we expect.” The Nations League offers two qualification places for the Paris 2024 Olympics, with England the nominated home nations team aiming to secure a spot for Great Britain. To do that they will need to win their group to advance to the Nations League’s last four, and then reach the final, or come third should France make the final. Wiegman said she had every member of her squad available for Tuesday’s game, including Alessia Russo, who sat out the Scotland contest – she had joined the group later than others following some recuperation, having played in Champions League qualifying matches for Arsenal earlier this month. Wiegman was joined at the press conference by Russo’s fellow forward Lauren Hemp, scorer of England’s second goal against Scotland. The 23-year-old Manchester City player said of the Dutchwoman: “Sarina is a fantastic coach. Ever since she got the job I feel like she’s taken this team to a whole new level, and for me personally I’m learning every single day. “I feel like I’m getting so much better and feeling so much more confident as the days go by under Sarina. She’s unbelievable.” Meanwhile, Wiegman has paid tribute to Megan Rapinoe after the two-time World Cup winner, who has been an influential figure in the women’s game both on and off the pitch, played her final game for the United States before retirement, a 2-0 win over South Africa. Wiegman said of Rapinoe’s legacy: “I think she is one of the most important players. I think the US were the trailblazers in women’s football, and also (for) the position of women in society. “I think we should be all very thankful for what she leaves behind. I have so much respect for her.” Of her own players driving change, she added: “I think this group of women are very conscious of society too and using the platform in a positive way to change society. “They are so outspoken and well spoken, they articulate themselves so well.” Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Axed Jason Roy urged to remain positive with World Cup role still a possibility ECB unable to commit to equal pay targets for England men and women Johnny Sexton insists Ireland are looking no further than crucial Scotland clash
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Celebrity birthdays for the week of Oct. 1-7
Celebrities having birthdays during the week of Oct. 1-7 include actor-singer Julie Andrews, actor Zach Galifianakis from “The Hangover” and musician Sting
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Federico Dimarco provides update on his future amid Man City and Chelsea interest
Federico Dimarco has confirmed that he wants to renew his contract at Inter despite interest from Chelsea and Manchester City.
1970-01-01 08:00
Walmart's head of fashion Denise Incandela talks about changing discounter's staid image in fashion
Walmart, the nation’s largest retailer, has been long known for its basic socks, T-shirts and pull-on pants
1970-01-01 08:00
Amazon invests $4 billion in Anthropic AI in exchange for minority stake and further AWS integration
Amazon said on Monday that it's investing $4 billion into the artificial intelligence company Anthropic in exchange for partial ownership and Anthropic's greater use of Amazon Web Services (AWS), the e-commerce giant's cloud computing platform.
1970-01-01 08:00
Lagarde Repeats ECB Rates to Stay Restrictive as Long as Needed
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde reiterated that borrowing costs will remain elevated for as long as needed
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Zambia ex-President Edgar Lungu banned from 'political' jogging
Police tell Edgar Lungu to stop his runs alongside supporters as they amount to "political activism".
1970-01-01 08:00
Detroit Lions Mercifully End Kyle Brandt Mustache Era
Good Morning Football's Kyle Brandt vowed to sport a mustache until the Atlanta Falcons lost a meaningful game. It was a decision he made on his own volition af
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