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Cristian Mungiu's 'Fjord' Wins Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival

Cristian Mungiu's film 'Fjord' won the Palme d'Or at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, marking Mungiu's second win at the festival. The Grand Prix was awarded to Andreï Zvyagintsev for 'Minotaur,' and various other awards were given to films and directors, including a lifetime achievement award to Barbra Streisand.

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The Atlantic

AI Writing Scandals Prompt Discussion on Authorship and Ethics

Steven Rosenbaum's book, *The Future of Truth*, has faced scrutiny due to inaccuracies attributed to AI tools like ChatGPT. This incident, alongside other recent controversies involving authors and AI, has sparked a debate about the ethical use of AI in writing. The ongoing discussion emphasizes the need for clarity on acceptable practices as AI technology continues to evolve.

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BBC — World

India's satirical 'cockroach party' reports website blockage

The 'cockroach party', a satirical group in India, has reported that its website has been blocked. The group claims to represent the interests of the lazy and unemployed, and has attracted millions of followers.

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Mother Jones

Native Plants Gain Popularity at Chicago's Kilbourn Park Plant Sale

The Kilbourn Park plant sale in Chicago saw record attendance this year, with a significant increase in the sale of native plants, which now make up nearly 20% of the offerings. This trend reflects growing public interest in native species due to their ecological benefits and adaptability to local conditions.

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NPR

Rapper Rob Base of Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock dies at 59

Rob Base, a prominent figure in hip-hop and one half of the duo Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, has died at the age of 59 following a cancer battle. He was known for his significant role in popularizing hip-hop music.

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PBS NewsHour

Analysis of Long-term Learning Decline Among American Students

A new analysis indicates a long-term decline in educational performance among American students, termed a 'learning recession.' This issue began before the pandemic, as reported by the National Education Scorecard.

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New York Times — Business

Guy Savoy Receives Légion d’Honneur

Chef Guy Savoy has been honored with the Légion d’Honneur and is recognized as the first chef to join the Académie des Beaux-Arts. His journey includes overcoming various challenges.

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New York Times — Business

Colbert's Final 'Late Show' Attracts 6.7 Million Viewers

Stephen Colbert's final episode of 'The Late Show' garnered 6.7 million viewers, significantly higher than his average for the season. This figure is about half of the viewership that Jay Leno and David Letterman had for their last shows.

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CNN — Top Stories

Ohio 13-Year-Old Dies After Attempting Benadryl TikTok Challenge

A 13-year-old boy in Ohio has died after attempting a TikTok challenge that involved taking Benadryl. The incident has been reported by local news and confirmed through a GoFundMe account created by the family.

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