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SCIENCE & TECH

🔥 Intel Launches New AI Chip, Ramps Up Rivalry with Nvidia

With the introduction of the Gaudi 3 AI chip, Intel is stepping up to challenge Nvidia's dominance, offering a chip that's not only more than twice as efficient but also 1.5 times quicker than Nvidia’s H100 GPU. The anticipation builds with plans for a new manufacturing plant in Ohio. Intel VP Das Kamhout declares, "We do expect it to be highly competitive."

🔍 Google Launches Arm-Based Data Center Processor & New AI Chip

Google announced a new AI data center chip and an Arm-based central processor, Axion, to enhance its Google Cloud offerings. Axion boasts superior performance over both general-purpose Arm and current x86 chips, marking Google's first foray into CPU manufacturing, despite its history with custom chips for YouTube and smartphones. Mark Lohmeyer emphasized, "We're making it easy for customers to bring their existing workloads to Arm." 

🚀 Google Launches Gemini Pro 1.5 Public Preview on Vertex AI

At Google's Cloud Next conference in Las Vegas, the company launched Gemini 1.5 Pro, now on public preview in Vertex AI. This advanced AI model processes up to 1 million tokens around four times Anthropic’s Claude 3 and eight times OpenAI’s GPT-4 Turbo enhancing the analysis of extensive documents and multimedia in multiple languages.   

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BUSINESS & ECONOMY

🚨 Jamie Dimon Alerts: US Interest Rates Might Surge to 8%

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warns US interest rates could hit 8% due to "persistent inflationary pressures," challenging expectations of Federal Reserve cuts in 2024. Despite a resilient US economy, with low unemployment and strong job growth, Dimon is prepared for rates ranging from 2% to 8% or higher. He emphasizes the importance of readiness in his shareholder letter, concluding, "We are at a pivotal moment."

🇺🇸 Americans Dip into Savings Amid Inflation Struggles

Over 25% of Americans are tapping into savings due to inflation, according to a Help Advisor survey. "Post-COVID-19 inflation has taken a toll on Americans' pocketbooks," amidst rising costs for essentials. The Fed's rate hikes further strain mortgage affordability. Fed Chair Jerome Powell encapsulates the stance: "We are prepared to maintain the current target range for the federal funds rate for longer, if appropriate."  

WORLD

📅 Netanyahu Sets Date for Rafah Invasion Amidst Hamas's Hostage Crisis

Netanyahu stands firm on launching a controversial Gaza operation despite outcry, escalating tensions with Hamas as it holds 240 hostages, including 5 Americans, from October's attack. Domestically, pressure mounts on Netanyahu, with 71% calling for his resignation. Netanyahu asserts victory requires entering Rafah, stating, "We will achieve complete victory." 

🚫 Vatican Labels Gender Fluidity, Surrogacy as Dignity Threats

The Vatican released the "Infinite Dignity" declaration, condemning gender fluidity as a temptation to self-deification, echoing Pope Francis's criticism. It opposes gender reassignment surgery, supports treating genital abnormalities, and denounces surrogacy. The document further addresses poverty, migration, and violence against women, and condemns LGBTQ+ persecution. The declaration concludes, “Violence against women is a global scandal, which is increasingly being recognized." 

SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT

🏆 UConn Secures Consecutive NCAA Titles Overpowering Purdue

UConn clinched their second consecutive title with a 75-60 victory over Purdue, shifting the spotlight from a hyped duel between big men Zach Edey of Purdue and UConn's Donovan Clingan to the Huskies' guards. Tristen Newton, Stephon Castle, and Cam Spencer led the charge, outmaneuvering Purdue's defense. It's the first back-to-back championship win since Florida nailed it in 2006-07. 

🏆 WrestleMania 40 Breaks Peacock Streaming Records

WrestleMania 40 shattered records as Peacock's most-streamed event, amassing 1.3 billion minutes of viewership. It saw a significant viewership increase, making it Peacock's second biggest weekend. The event, highlighted by Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes, also achieved the highest attendance and merchandise sales in WWE history, setting a new benchmark for live events. 

🏀 Celtics and Bucks Set Record with Only 2 Free Throws

In an unprecedented NBA game, the Milwaukee Bucks and Boston Celtics set a record with only two free throw attempts, the lowest ever. Giannis Antetokounmpo made one of two for the Bucks in their 104-91 win over the Celtics, who made history by not attempting any. Coach Rivers, said, "Wow, two free throws for a basketball game. That's crazy."
 

OTHER NEWS

🏛️ Arizona High Court Enforces Century-Old Near-Total Abortion Ban

The Arizona Supreme Court reinstated a 160-year-old law, severely restricting abortions to only when the pregnant person's life is at risk, subjecting violators to a 2-5 year prison sentence. The ruling, delayed for 14 days revives a Civil War-era statute. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes emphasized, “No woman or doctor will be prosecuted under this draconian law as long as I am attorney general. Not on my watch. 

🔒 Missouri Proceeds with Brian Dorsey Execution Amid Correctional Staff's Objections

Brian Dorsey was executed in Missouri for the 2006 murders of his cousin and her husband, despite significant support for his rehabilitation from over 70 correctional officers. His final words expressed deep remorse, but appeals for clemency were denied by the U.S. Supreme Court and Gov. Mike Parson, who stated, "The pain Dorsey brought to others... will deliver justice and provide closure."

🗳️ Biden Risks Missing Alabama Ballot Deadline State Secretary Warns

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen notified that President Biden risks missing Alabama's ballot due to the Democratic National Convention's timing, conflicting with the state's certification deadline. Echoing a similar alert from Ohio, Allen emphasized, "Under Alabama law, there are no ‘provisional certifications."

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THIS DAY THAT YEAR

On April 10, 2019, humanity was presented with its first glimpse into the cosmic abyss - an image of M87*, a black hole situated at the heart of the Messier 87 galaxy, a colossal elliptical galaxy. This historic achievement was made possible through the collaborative efforts behind the Event Horizon Telescope project.

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