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Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Loot Season 3 Gets Fall Release Date — Plus, Watch New Teaser
Molly Wells may have fled on her 'PJ' to escape a whole slew of problems, but soon, she's going to have to face the music. (Maybe DJ Panda Head is available?) Season 3 of Loot will return to Apple TV+ on Wednesday, October 15 with its first two of 10 episodes. The upcoming run will continue to follow the antics of the beloved group of misfits at The Wells Foundation as they work together so Molly can live up to her promise of giving away all of her vast fortune. More from TVLine Only Murders in the Building Sets Season 5 Premiere Date - First Look Save the Dates: Jessica Chastain's Savant, Monster Season 3, Tempest K-Drama and More From Rails to Trails Docu, Narrated by Edward Norton, Gets PBS Premiere Date and Trailer (Exclusive) To celebrate the comedy's return, the streamer released a brand-new teaser. Watch it below. The Season 2 finale (read our post mortem here) saw Molly and her trusted assistant Nicholas (Joel Kim Booster) board her private jet after receiving blowback from a cult of billionaires about her philanthropy. She also endured an awkward romantic exchange with her will-they-won't-they colleague Arthur (Nat Faxon). The two finally locked lips only to be interrupted by Arthur's girlfriend just moments later. In addition to Rudolph, the returning ensemble cast includes Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Ron Funches, Faxon and Booster. Additionally, Season 3 will feature special guest appearances by Stephanie Styles (Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist), D'Arcy Carden (The Good Place), Adam Scott (Severance), Zane Phillips (Legacies), Henry Winkler (Barry), X Mayo (American Auto) and more. Loot is created and executive-produced by Matt Hubbard and Alan Yang. Additional EPs include Rudolph, Danielle Renfrew Behrens, Dave Becky, Dean Holland and Natasha Lyonne. Are you excited for more ? Let us know in the comments. Best of TVLine 'Missing' Shows, Found! Get the Latest on Ahsoka, Monarch, P-Valley, Sugar, Anansi Boys and 25+ Others Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More Solve the daily Crossword
Cision Canada
a day ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
MindHYVE.ai™ Launches Immersive New Website Showcasing the Future of Human-Aligned AGI
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., July 22, 2025 /CNW/ -- a leader in decentralized agentic intelligence, today announced the official launch of its newly reimagined website: More than a digital refresh, the new site is an interactive portal into the architecture, ethics, and future-facing vision behind approach to AGI. The website integrates immersive design, 3D modeling, and an AGI-native visual language — offering visitors a cinematic, thought-provoking experience that invites both exploration and imagination. "We didn't just design a website — we constructed an intelligence portal," said Bill Faruki, Founder & CEO of "It reflects the way our systems think: adaptive, spatial, and purpose driven." Key Features of the New Site Immersive, Agentic Interface Inspired by the architecture of decentralized AGI, the new website features motion-responsive navigation, conceptual modules, and a visual language that mirrors agentic flow and reasoning. Formal Introduction of MindHYVE's Digital Specialists For the first time, the public is introduced to suite of digital agents, each designed to represent a core pillar of its intelligence ecosystem: Arthur – reasoning & orchestration Chiron – knowledge & memory Justine – values & governance Ava – human interface for learning & collaboration These agents are rendered in 3D and featured throughout the site, bringing form and personality to MindHYVE's internal architecture. "By giving our digital specialists identity and visual presence, we're turning the abstract into something relatable," said Faruki. "It's a foundational step in building trust in AGI." Concept-Led Storytelling Rather than focusing on products, the site emphasizes concepts, ethics, and intelligence strategy. Users can explore the logic behind design systems, the ethical parameters shaping its tools, and the long-term vision of AI for global good. "AI for Good" Visual Ethos Every design element — from dimensional depth to ambient motion — is intentional. The AGI-centric design system underscores commitment to human-aligned, globally inclusive intelligence systems. "We believe the future of AI must feel different, not just function differently," Faruki added. "The site is our way of showing what that future could look like." Explore the Experience Whether you're a researcher, policymaker, partner, or curious learner, the new website offers a clear and compelling window into what's next for AI — and how is helping shape it. Visit: Media Contact Marc Ortiz Email: [email protected] Phone: +1 (949) 200-8668 Website: SOURCE Inc.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘I honestly can't cope' says RTE star Arthur as he's left in tears after youngest daughter ‘finally' reaches milestone
RTE star Arthur Gourounlian was left in tears after his youngest daughter "finally" reached a special milestone. The Advertisement 2 Arthur Gourounlian often shares snippets of his home life with his fans Credit: Brian McEvoy 2 Blu understood what Arthur said in French Credit: Instagram And The 45-year-old captured the precious moment on camera and posted it on Instagram yesterday. In the video, Arthur said, "Où est ton coeur?", which translates to, "Where is your heart?". Blu looked adorable as she sat on the couch in her pyjamas and pointed to her heart while looking up and smiling at Arthur. Advertisement read more arthur gourounlian The celebrity choreographer got very excited as he praised his daughter. He captioned his post: "I honestly can't cope with this little character. I have been asking this question for a while now, and keep showing her what to do. "She finally did it, I could cry!" Arthur's friends and fans raced to the comment section with compliments and support. Advertisement read more on the irish sun Hubby Six O'Clock Show host Brian Dowling and Arthur Gourounlian prepare for judging panel Caroline commented: "Clever little lady." Ellie remarked: "She's just adorable, beautiful little smiley face." Advertisement It's been a big week for the Irish star and last weekend himself and his host hubby attended the Barberstown Castle Sapphire Style Award 2025 at the The celebrity couple were there to present the award for the Best Dressed on stage. Before the competition, The Virgin Media star looked dapper wearing a classic navy suit jacket, a pair of matching slacks and a waistcoat. Advertisement HIGH HORSE He finished off his judge look with a navy polka dot tie and a white shirt. Arthur went for a completely different style of outfit as he strutted his stuff in a white embroidered blouse, a blue patterned neck tie and turquoise corduroy trousers. Brian recorded himself and Arthur getting ready for the day and said: "It's amazing what hair and make-up can do... not just on me." Arthur described his outfit saying: "This year I'm going for country chic." Advertisement Brian took a dig at him saying: "Is that what you're telling yourself? It's a see-through blouse with corduroy trousers." Complimenting himself, Brian added: "I'm in a three-piece suit! This is actually like a corset. I am cinched in." Arthur hit back saying: "Boring. You have to be individual."
Edinburgh Reporter
2 days ago
- Health
- Edinburgh Reporter
Edinburgh South West MP's bill progresses
A bill to highlight the need for research into cancers which are designated 'rare', and which was introduced by Dr Scott Arthur, MP for Edinburgh South West, has now progressed to the House of Lords. A first reading of the Rare Cancers Bill has already been heard in the Lords, it is expected to returns there in the autumn for its second reading. The purpose of the new law is to 'make provision to incentivise, research and investment into the treatment of rare types of cancer'. These are the group of cancers in respect of which little progress has been made in researching treatment or a cure. The Rare Cancers Bill is what is known as a ballot bill – a type of Private Members' Bill used in the House of Commons. Around ten months ago Dr Arthur was chosen to pick a numbered ping pong ball out of a goldfish bowl at the start of the parliamentary term to give him the chance of proposing a Ballot Bill. He was then able to choose his own subject matter. Dr Arthur said: 'It feels like things are lining up. The vast bulk of these bills do fail, so it's tremendous to get this far. And let's hope it doesn't fail, but what it's done so far is it's really got people talking about rare cancers, and it's really put some of the charities which support this sector in the spotlight, and it's been a chance for them to connect with people as well.' He continued: 'What got me started on this was that my father-in-law died of a type of brain tumour called glioblastoma, which is a rare cancer type. It wasn't until I drew the ballot and people started to contact me about what I could focus my bill on that I found that the type of brain tumour he died from – there's been no real progress in terms of treatment for decades. 'And what happened to him, he died around six months after a diagnosis. That is not unusual. I think on average, glioblastoma, nine months. Some people do live significantly longer than that, particularly if they manage to get surgery. But nine months is the average life expectancy after diagnosis. And it's the same for a lot of cancers in this field where there's just not been the progress. 'I spoke to the father of a preschool child, she had neuroblastoma, which is a type of cancer which attaches itself to your internal organs, and she died. And again, same story, he found out there's just so little money going into researching that cancer type and just not enough progress. And people in Edinburgh will remember Kira the Machine, the teenager, she had the same type of cancer and she's been able to access trials and cutting edge treatments, but still 10 years on, she still has the cancer and it's still a big part of her life.' 'The bill has the backing of around 40 charities which was useful as the bill came to the House of Commons for its Third Reading to be met with many amendments from fellow MP Sir Christopher Chope. The charities sent 120,000 emails to their supporters and some contacted their own MPs which meant the bill had a lot of support to get through the Commons. 'I think I've said this many times, I've always felt it was better to come away with something rather than nothing. Some of the private members bills, what MPs do, because they know how difficult it can be to succeed. What they do is they aim really high and they create a fantastic campaign because it's about raising awareness and they accept that ultimately there's a good chance it's not going to succeed. But our focus is on succeeding and actually delivering something.' His parliamentary colleague Tracy Gilbert also secured a Ballot Bill – hers was a different topic completely – the Absent Voting (Elections in Scotland and Wales) Bill, and that has also passed to the House of Lords for a Second Reading. Third Reading Dr Arthur said in the House of Commons during the Third Reading that when he was successful in having his bill supported he got 'so many emails, many of which were about glioblastoma. The reality is that someone who was diagnosed that day with glioblastoma would more than likely be dead by now – that is how serious the condition is'. The Edinburgh South West MP has used the parliamentary time to mention several constituents who have or have had a rare cancer. He said: 'I shared the tragic stories of a young constituent called Tilly, who passed away from neuroblastoma, and Kira, who has lived with the same condition for a decade—half of her life. I am proud to wear the Solving Kids' Cancer badge, which Kira's mother Aud gave me when I last met her. 'One lady travelled quite far to meet me at my constituency surgery in July in Tesco in Colinton Mains. Her daughter was diagnosed with a sarcoma. In Tesco, next to the bleeping self-checkout aisles, she told me about the uncertainty she had faced after that diagnosis and how she had found it impossible even to understand which trials were available, let alone access them. I could see that she had felt powerless and had lost hope. The other reason she was in Edinburgh – perhaps the most important reason – was that she was meeting her ex-husband to scatter her daughter's ashes in a local park. What is happening to people who face these conditions is quite incredible, so it is right that we seek to address them.' He explained to the House that there are three recurring themes in all the stories he has heard – the first is frustration, the second is perseverance and the third is that every story concludes with an offer of help from those patients who 'know that their options are limited'. Dr Arthur said: 'For far too long, rare cancer patients have been left behind—as medical science makes significant progress in many other complex fields, we have not seen enough progress in this one—but they feel this piece of legislation could mark a meaningful shift for many and turn out to be life-altering, perhaps even lifesaving, for some. There is one statistic that I often mention: rare cancers are not really rare, as they account for 47% of all cancer diagnoses in the UK each year. That equates to 180,000 people. If you are one of those 47%, two things are true: you are more likely to face outdated treatments and you are more likely to die.' The bill should spark a government review of what are known as 'orphan drugs' – a term which Dr Arthur says he prefers to talk about rare conditions – to explore new ways of getting the drugs companies to try to find innovative treatments for rare cancers. He hopes this will reduce barriers to research and also mean more trials are conducted in the UK, so saving more lives. Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West, Labour) presenting his bill to the Speaker in October 2024. Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West, Labour) PHOTO © House of Commons Like this: Like Related
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2 days ago
- General
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How to Be More Charismatic, but Not Too Much More
The Atlantic Daily, a newsletter that guides you through the biggest stories of the day, helps you discover new ideas, and recommends the best in culture. Sign up for it here. Want to stay current with Arthur's writing? Sign up to get an email every time a new column comes out. A special quality sets some people apart from the crowd. They are magnetic to be around, attractive to watch, hypnotic to listen to. They have, in a word, charisma. It seems like a divine grace—indeed, the word derives from the ancient Greek χάρισμα, meaning 'God's gift.' The word appeared in third-century B.C.E. Greek translations of the Hebrew Bible, and early Christians referred to charismata as blessings bestowed on believers such as prophecy, healing, and speaking in tongues. Our modern usage of charisma comes from the early-20th-century sociologist Max Weber, who called it a 'certain quality of an individual personality, by virtue of which he is set apart from ordinary men and treated as endowed with supernatural, superhuman, or at least specifically exceptional powers or qualities.' And today, the concept of charisma is having a moment in the abbreviated slang term rizz, which, in Generation Z vernacular, describes one's ability to charismatically court a romantic partner. It involves a notable power to impress others with smooth talk, confidence, or style—a skill we'd probably all like to have, beyond the domain of romance. Do you have charisma? Would your life be better if you had more? Or is it, like fame, a blessing that hides a curse? The idea of being more charismatic certainly seems appealing, but here's what science can tell you about whether this elusive rizz is a divine gift or a false friend. [From the September 2016 issue: The charisma effect] A number of psychologists have looked for charisma's seemingly magic ingredients. One of the most cited studies on the topic, from the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology in 2018, argues that charisma is actually a combination of two traits: influence (the ability to guide others with confidence and competence) and affability (the ability to make other people feel comfortable and at ease). Influence is judged based on qualities such as one's presence in a room, magnetism, and leadership ability. People see affability in, among other traits, frequency of smiling, approachability, and projection of positive energy. Leaders use their charisma to influence others in very specific ways. By analyzing speeches given by charismatic individuals, one helpful model shows a distinct, three-stage use of emotion. First, the speakers model and amplify the mood prevailing among their audience ('We are angry because those people over there are bad!'). Then they introduce a dissonant emotion that actually confuses people ('But you know what? I don't really care about that.'). Finally, they use that confusion to reframe the emotional environment and win over the audience to their view ('Because we should be happy that we are better people than they are!'). You will not be surprised to learn that charisma and professional success are strongly associated. Researchers following people's careers find that charisma early in life predicts a higher income 15 years later, as well as the managerial level a person achieves and the number of subordinates they have. However, this relationship appears to be curvilinear. Scholars in 2018 showed that people with a more charismatic personality are judged to be a more effective leader, but only up to about the 60th percentile. Beyond that point, perceived leadership effectiveness associated with charisma starts to decline. The authors of that study believed this was because extremely charismatic leaders tend to be strong on imparting a vision but weak on implementing it. Another possible reason why a very high level of charisma may lower the perceived effectiveness of a leader is the possible connection with narcissism. High charisma is specifically associated with people whom psychologists label 'agentic narcissists'; these people are extremely self-assured (whereas 'antagonistic narcissists' are mean and aggressive, and not perceived as charismatic at all). You can probably think of individuals whose charismatic qualities make them an effective leader up to a point, but tip over into being off-putting and arousing suspicion. [Tom F. Wright: The origin of vibes] In short, charisma might be a trait you'd want to increase—within reasonable limits. Of course, if charismatic individuals are simply born with the gift, this is a moot point. Some charisma, no doubt, is innate. We know, say, that attractive people are perceived as more charismatic than unattractive people; the same is true of more intelligent people. Charisma is also strongly correlated with personality traits, which are 40 to 60 percent heritable. Here, extroverts have the advantage because they tend to be high in influence and affability, while introverts score low on both. Yet ample evidence exists that charisma can be cultivated. Last year, three Israeli researchers created a virtual-reality device called the 'Charismulator' to help people develop a more appealing communication style, both verbal and nonverbal. Subjects who trained for only a few minutes with the device were judged by others to have 17 percent more 'general charisma' than they'd had before the intervention. The nonverbal-communication training exposed the participants to emphatic body gestures that conveyed a message, warm facial expressions, and powerful voice inflections—all demonstrated by charismatic speakers. You can re-create this input easily by reading the words of famous orators (think Abraham Lincoln and Martin Luther King Jr.), and studying videos of great speakers on YouTube. I stumbled on my own version of this method of the Charismulator intervention early in my public-speaking career, by listening to audio recordings of great communicators. I took copious notes on the speakers I admired, and accepted every invitation to talk in order to practice what I was learning. (Your nephew's bar mitzvah in February in Fairbanks, Alaska? I'll be there!) Anyone can improve their charismatic presence by being conscious of using these physical gestures, but it takes practice to make learned charisma stick. The early feedback I got on my public speaking did not include the phrase incredible charisma. The first notes were more like 'paces like a caged animal' and 'terrifying amount of eye contact.' With time, I did get better at it—fortunately. [Read: The perils of charisma] One question I haven't answered yet—and given this column's remit, you might be thinking that was a strange oversight: Does possessing charisma make you happier? I have found no evidence that addresses this topic head-on. Although you might assume that charisma would deliver happiness, one line of research gives me pause. One human capacity that strongly predicts charisma but is most definitely not correlated with higher happiness is self-consciousness—that is, thinking frequently about yourself. Charismatic people do think about themselves a lot—and that characteristic, as I have previously discussed, usually brings unhappiness. When it comes to happiness, much can be said for accepting who you are, rather than constantly worrying about what impression you're making on others. So yes: You probably can get more rizz, but you might want to skip it and have more peace of mind instead. Article originally published at The Atlantic Solve the daily Crossword
