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DeepSeek’s innovative harness treats everything as a plug-in
DeepSeek has released an early open-source version of DeepSeek Harness, an agent framework built on the idea that every capability should function as a replaceable plug-in. This matters because AI harnesses increasingly shape how models are used, affecting performance, cost, developer workflows and the difficulty of switching between AI products. Built on DeepSeek’s Cordis meta-framework,…
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Report claims Trump declared Strait of Hormuz US territory
The supplied material claims that Donald Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz to be United States territory, portraying the move as a setback for Iran. However, the extract contains no substantive reporting to verify the claim, describe an official announcement or explain whether any legal or military action followed. The Strait of Hormuz is a…
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‘Peaked at the right time’ – Warholm on getting even better with age
Norway’s Karsten Warholm said experience is helping him improve after winning a fourth consecutive European Championships gold medal in the men’s 400m hurdles. His comments underline his continued dominance in the event and his belief that he is reaching his best form at the right stage of his career. The BBC interview followed Warholm’s latest…
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Dozens injured and thousands evacuated in Croatia wildfire
A severe wildfire on Croatia’s Adriatic coast has killed at least one person, injured about 40 and forced around 1,200 residents and tourists to evacuate. The blaze, described by Croatia’s fire chief as among the country’s worst, highlights the growing pressure on emergency services as extreme heat and dry conditions fuel wildfires across Europe. The…
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EXCLUSIVE: Kennedy Center board moves to name grounds ‘President Donald J. Trump Plaza’
The Kennedy Center’s board of trustees has moved to rename the arts institution’s grounds “President Donald J. Trump Plaza”, according to Fox News. The proposal would add Mr Trump’s name prominently to a major national cultural venue, making it a notable symbolic decision as the centre undergoes renovation and governance changes. The article describes the…
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Fry and Glamourdale win world individual dressage gold
Charlotte Fry retained her world Individual Grand Prix Special dressage title with Glamourdale in Aachen, Germany. The result confirms the pair’s continuing dominance in international dressage and adds another major title to Fry’s record. The BBC report says Fry won the individual gold medal aboard Glamourdale at the World Championships. The event took place in…
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Director Paul Wright Pushes George MacKay to the Edge in ‘Mission’: ‘How Do You Feel Something When You’ve Been Numbed to the Modern World?’
Scottish director Paul Wright’s new film “Mission”, starring George MacKay, follows an isolated man who pursues increasingly dangerous experiences in an attempt to feel alive and escape death. Premiering in competition at the Edinburgh International Film Festival, the drama examines alienation, emotional numbness and the blurred boundary between transcendence and wrongdoing. MacKay plays Dylan, while…
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Black Women Earned Record Emmy Directing Noms as Asian Auteurs Made Gains. Will Wins Follow?
Black women have received a record five Emmy directing nominations across three categories this year, signalling increased recognition in an area where they have historically been overlooked. The nominations are significant because directing awards can influence future hiring, yet Black women have rarely converted nominations into wins outside variety programming. Salli Richardson-Whitfield received two drama…
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Drea de Matteo says OnlyFans became ‘political statement’ after financial struggles threatened her home
Drea de Matteo says joining OnlyFans became both a financial necessity and a political statement after financial difficulties put her home at risk. The actor, known for The Sopranos, said the decision reflected her wish to avoid relying on an entertainment industry she believes sidelined her over her public opposition to COVID-19 vaccine mandates. De…
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Flight chaos at JFK as Trump jets into NYC for golf trip
Donald Trump travelled to New York City for a golf trip, with the visit reportedly causing disruption to flights at John F Kennedy International Airport. The incident highlights how presidential travel can affect civilian air traffic and airport operations. The article’s headline describes the disruption as “flight chaos”, but the supplied text contains no further…