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The emails to and from Jeffrey Epstein released this week shine a light on the delicate relationship between reporters and their sources. And, as can be the case, bright light isn’t always flattering.Messages between Epstein, the convicted sex offender who died by suicide in 2019, and journalists Michael Wolff and Landon Thomas Jr. are frequently chummy and, in one case, show Wolff giving Epstein advice on how to deal with the media —- a line journalists are taught not to cross. Wolff specializes in the “you are there” inside accounts that are possible with intensive reporting, though some of his…

Consumer biodata may be entering a regulated era. Is the wearable industry ready to meet it? Wearables have become the wellness consumer’s most trusted sidekick and a major opportunity for brands that rely on real-time metrics and insights, but the data behind those devices still lives in a gray zone, and Washington has noticed. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee chair Bill Cassidy, MD (R-La.) has introduced the Health Information Privacy Reform Act, a bill that would bring new privacy standards to smartwatches, rings, trackers and health apps that currently fall outside the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, commonly known as HIPAA. A Bill for the Wild…

Dogecoin is showing unexpected resilience while the broader crypto market trades in a weak pattern, according to trader Daan Crypto Trades (@DaanCrypto). In a chart posted on X on November 13, he highlighted a potential “range retake” that could set up a move toward the previous range high at roughly $0.218—if DOGE can break and hold above $0.18. Dogecoin Bulls Have A Target “DOGE has been relatively strong the past few days. Overall market is obviously weak and choppy,” he wrote. At the time of his chart, Dogecoin traded around $0.172 on Binance, sitting just below a key green support…

They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that’s not just a metaphor, it’s a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn. Christian’s journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved…

By all appearances, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 features a not insignificant amount of AI-generated art, Kotaku reports. The game’s over 680 Calling Cards — collectible backgrounds earned through in-game achievements or purchases — appear to be the main offenders, featuring art that imitates the knockoff animation style of ChatGPT.While it’s hard to authoritatively claim that Studio Ghibli-inspired illustrations are a smoking gun, the Calling Cards players have spotted do at the very least seem unpolished for a splashy $70 game. Activision has also confirmed that the game’s development team used “generative AI tools to help develop some in-game…

Toyota has launched production at its new $13.9 billion battery manufacturing plant in North Carolina while pledging an extra $10 billion investment in its U.S. operations over the next five years. The plant and Toyota’s additional investments will support its popular hybrid vehicle business. SupplyChain247 reports that Toyota has reached a significant milestone with the official launch of production at its first battery plant outside Japan. The $13.9 billion facility, located on a sprawling 1,850-acre site in Liberty, North Carolina, is expected to generate up to 5,100 new jobs for Americans, solidifying Toyota’s commitment to its team members, customers, dealers, communities,…

This week, we explore the possibility of the Trump Administration expanding Medicare coverage to include exercise, and break down upcoming expansion moves by Chelsea Piers Fitness The Trump Administration’s decision to expand Medicare coverage for GLP-1 medications was applauded by the Health & Fitness Association (HFA), but America’s top fitness industry trade group wants more. While HFA president and CEO Liz Clark called the move “a meaningful shift toward prevention and lifestyle-based care in our nation’s health system,” she also said that the program can only reach its full potential if Medicare also covers physical activity like gym memberships. “The…

Babar Azam finally ended his 807-day wait for a One-day International century, scoring an unbeaten 102 to lead Pakistan to an eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the second match at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday, sealing the three-match series with a game to spare. The former Pakistan skipper, under intense scrutiny after 83 innings without a three-figure score, struck eight boundaries in a 119-ball innings that blended patience with poise. He reached his milestone in the 47th over, pulling pacer Pramod Madushan to midwicket for a single, before collapsing to his knees in prostration and embracing Mohammad Rizwan…

EGYM’s latest report shows just how much the under-40 crowd has gravitated toward strength training at the expense of cardio inside gyms Anyone who spends time on a gym floor has seen this trend building. Gen Z and Millennials have been drifting away from cardio for years, but EGYM’s latest report shows just how far the pendulum has swung. And there’s reason to care. Gen Z and Millennials aged 18-34 now make up the largest share of gym memberships in the U.S. at 31%, according to the fitness technology company. To capture the findings, the company analyzed publicly available industry…

The Toledo Fire and Rescue Department has fired lieutenant Jeffery Schroeder following an investigation into a social media post reacting to Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Schroeder was fired for conduct infractions after the Ohio fire department’s investigation found him guilty of three administrative charges over his social media post, which connected Kirk’s beliefs to his assassination on September 10, according to a report by WTOL. In his social media post, Schroeder, seemingly reacting to the shooting before confirmation of Kirk’s murder, ostensibly wrote, “Wish the guy was a better shot” — referring to the assassin suspect, who would later…