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“City of Love” threatened by bed bugs

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Paris is facing a bedbug plague just weeks before the highly anticipated Olympics.

 
As the city readies itself to host the world’s most prestigious sporting event, officials are grappling with a different kind of challenge – a surge in bedbug infestations that is spreading alarmingly across accommodation facilities.

These tiny, bloodsucking insects have been reported in hotels, athlete dorms, and even the Olympic Village. The situation has raised concerns not only for the comfort and well-being of the athletes but also for the reputation of the city as a host.

Local authorities are working tirelessly to eradicate the infestations, employing a range of pest control measures and hygiene protocols. They aim to ensure a bug-free environment for athletes and visitors alike, as any lapse in this regard could be detrimental to the success of the event.

The unexpected bedbug outbreak serves as a stark reminder of the challenges that event organizers face, even amidst extensive planning. With the Olympics just around the corner, Paris must battle these unwanted guests to ensure a smooth and memorable sporting spectacle. #featured

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Experts warn AI could trigger ‘Grey Swan’ events in the global economy

Experts warn that AI could trigger ‘grey swan events’ posing risks to economic stability, demand resilience strategies.

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Experts warn that AI could trigger ‘grey swan events’ posing risks to economic stability, demand resilience strategies.


As excitement around artificial intelligence reaches new heights, experts are cautioning that the technology could spark unexpected disruptions known as ‘grey swan events’. Unlike black swans, these events are somewhat foreseeable but often underestimated, posing real threats to economic stability.

David Scutt from StoneX joins Ticker to break down what grey swans are, their potential impact on AI, and how legal, security, and innovation risks could shake the industry. He also explains how the pace of AI advancement makes it harder to anticipate and prepare for these shocks.

From resilience strategies for policymakers to the concept of antifragility coined by Nassim Nicholas Taleb, this discussion offers insights into how the world might navigate the growing AI landscape.

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Oscars move to YouTube in landmark streaming deal from 2029

YouTube will stream the Oscars exclusively from 2029, making it free for over two billion users worldwide.

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YouTube will stream the Oscars exclusively from 2029, making it free for over two billion users worldwide.


The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has struck a landmark agreement with YouTube to stream the Oscars exclusively from 2029, marking a major shift for Hollywood’s biggest night.

YouTube will hold global rights to the ceremony from 2029 to 2033, making the event free to its more than two billion users worldwide, with added features like red carpet coverage and behind-the-scenes access.

The move reflects changing viewing habits as audiences increasingly turn to digital platforms for live events.

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NSW weighs urgent gun law changes after Bondi shooting as firearm caps spark backlash

NSW government to discuss urgent firearm legislation changes after Bondi Beach shooting amid rising violence concerns.

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NSW government to discuss urgent firearm legislation changes after Bondi Beach shooting amid rising violence concerns.


The New South Wales government is set to discuss urgent changes to firearm legislation next week following the Bondi Beach shooting, reigniting the national debate over gun control and public safety.

The proposed reforms are aimed at tightening access to firearms and limiting individual ownership, as authorities respond to concerns about rising violence across the state.

With the number of registered firearms in NSW surging over the past decade, lawmakers say swift action may be needed to prevent further harm.

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