AI fact checks can increase belief in false headlines, study findsAFL Don't miss out on the headlines from AFL. Followed categories will be added to My News. Channel 7 has announced the worst kept secret in football TV with industry giant Craig Hutchison making the move to the network. Seven’s Wednesday morning confirmation also showed its hand to rival Channel 9 as the networks prepare to go head to head in 2025. The footy media is undergoing one of its biggest shake-ups and Hutchison is one of the final pieces Seven is putting in place to challenge Nine’s mid-week dominance. One of the biggest moves announced recently was Fox Footy’s coup in signing up legendary AFL/VFL star turned four-time premiership coach Leigh Matthews. Four-time premiership player Shaun Burgoyne and Geelong champion Tom Hawkins will also join Fox Footy’s commentary team in 2025. Watch every game of the NAB AFL Women’s Finals Series LIVE with no ad-breaks during play on Kayo. New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1 . Limited time offer. Supplied by Channel 9: Craig Hutchison, Eddie McGuire, Sam Newman, Rebecca Maddern and Billy Brownless. Hutchison, meanwhile, is returning to Seven after previously being with the network for 18 years. Wednesday’s announcement showed Hutchison will be directly going up against his former colleagues from Channel 9’s Footy Classified when he hosts Seven’s new The Agenda Setters program. The footy panel show will feature on Monday and Tuesday nights. Hutchison will host the Monday edition. Seven is also rolling the dice with another football program ‘Unfiltered’ that will be screened on Wednesday nights alongside the popular ‘Front Bar’ hosted by Mick Molloy. Hamish McLachlan will host the new Wednesday night project. Hutchison’s production company Rainmaker will be producing several of the new AFL programs on Seven. The SEN chief executive will be forced to cut all ties with Nine as a result. Seven announced in a statement big signings Kane Cornes and Nick Riewoldt will join Hutchison on the Monday night. Seven’s football productions will look almost unrecognisable in 2025 with veteran football journalist Caroline Wilson also saying her move to the network is imminent. Wilson on Tuesday teased there was going to be “interesting” news from within the footy media industry and her information was spot on. Nine’s biggest move has been the hiring of Essendon great James Hird. Seven has also said goodbye to some talent with Luke Darcy stepping away from his media roles with the network and Triple M. Tim Watson is also finishing up at the end of 2024. Presenter Rebecca Maddern is also going to take up a newly-created role as chief sports presenter with Channel 7. And then there as one. Picture: Channel 9 Seven’s new direction to beef up its football content comes after years of private concern from the AFL that the network had not been doing enough to promote the game. That is about to change. Dramatically. Hutchison said in a Channel 7 statement: “Seven is the home of free-to-air AFL, and has an unrivalled history, legacy and contribution to AFL football. These new shows will shape and set the agenda of the weekday discussion of football, which is at the heart of the game. “The media and opinions around the game is the zeitgeist of what fuels Australian football, and we will bring the game’s biggest names to the table and call it as it is. “And on a personal level, to return to Seven where I spent many years earlier in my career is an honour.” During the 2025 AFL season, Fox Footy commentary and production will be available on all games for the first time along with no ad-breaks during play. With Fox Footy able to commentate all nine games each round, it’s expected the likes of Gerard Whateley and Matt Hill will call games on the network. More Coverage ‘No longer’: McGregor wiped from history Tyson Otto ‘Frenzy’: $1 million Longmire detail emerges Tyson Otto Originally published as ‘Interesting’: Channel 7 lands massive fish in footy media war More related stories AFL ‘I had both jobs’: Drum’s enduring regret over secret Pies talks As pressure mounted on Tony Shaw at Collingwood in 1998, the club held secret talks with Damian Drum. For the first time, he speaks on the SACKED podcast about how close he came to being Collingwood’s coach. Read more News Cats draftee’s devastation after tragic death of Geelong physio Xavier Ivisic’s road to joining his hometown club wasn’t all smooth sailing. But the tragic death of a beloved Geelong figure put things into perspective. Read more
Champions League: Bayer Leverkusen soar without Boniface; Lookman ignored as Atalanta smash Young BoysCOLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Will Howard passed for two touchdowns and rushed for another, TreVeyon Henderson ran for a score and No. 2 Ohio State beat previously undefeated No. 5 Indiana 38-15 on Saturday. All Ohio State (10-1, 7-1 Big Ten, CFP No. 2) has to do now is beat Michigan at home next Saturday and it will earn a return to the Big Ten championship game for the first time since 2020 and get a rematch with No. 1 Oregon. The Ducks beat Ohio State 32-31 in a wild one back on Oct. 12. The Hoosiers (10-1, 7-1, No. 5 CFP) had their best chance to beat the Buckeyes for the first time since 1988 but were hurt by special teams mistakes and disrupted by an Ohio State defense that sacked quarterback Kurtis Rourke five times. “In life, all good things come to an end,” Indiana coach Curt Cignetti said. Late in the first half, Indiana punter James Evans fumbled a snap and was buried at his own 7-yardline with the Buckeyes taking over. That turned quickly into a 4-yard TD run by Henderson that gave the Buckeyes a 14-7 lead. Early in the second half, Caleb Downs fielded an Evans punt at the Ohio State 21, raced down the right sideline, cut to the middle and outran the coverage for a TD that put the Buckeyes up 21-7. It was the first time a Buckeye returned a punt for a touchdown since 2014. Howard finished 22 for 26 for 201 yards. Emeka Egbuka had seven catches for 80 yards and a TD. “Our guys just played with a chip today, and that’s the way you got to play the game of football,” Ohio State coach Ryan Day said. Indiana scored on its first possession of the game and its last, both short runs by Ty Son Lawson, who paced the Hoosiers with 79 rushing yards. Rourke was 8 for 18 for 68 yards. “We had communication errors, pass (protection), every time we dropped back to pass, something bad happened," Cignetti said. Indiana's 151 total yards was its lowest of the season. And it was the most points surrendered by the Hoosier's defense. The takeaway Indiana: Its special season was blemished by the Buckeyes, who beat the Hoosiers for the 30th straight time. Indiana was eyeing its first conference crown since sharing one with two other teams in 1967. That won't happen now. “Ohio State deserved to win,” Cignetti said. “They had those (third quarter scores), and we just couldn’t respond.” Ohio State: Didn't waste the opportunities presented by the Hoosiers when they got sloppy. The Buckeyes led 14-7 at the break and took control in the second half. An offensive line patched together because of multiple injuries performed surprisingly well. “We know what was at stake," Day said. “We don't win this game, and we have no chance to go to Indianapolis and play in the Big Ten championship. And that's real. We've had that approach for the last few weeks now, more than that.” Poll implications Some voters were obviously unsure of Indiana because it hadn't played a nationally ranked team before Ohio State. After this one, the Hoosiers will drop. All about Will Howard made history by completing 80% of his passes for the sixth time this season. No other Ohio State quarterback has done that. He completed his first 14 passes in a row and finished with a 85% completion rate. “I think Buckeye nation is now seeing, after 11 games, that this guy is a winner, he's tough, he cares about his teammates, he's a leader,” Day said. Up next Indiana hosts Purdue in the regular-season finale next Saturday. Ohio State hosts rival Michigan on Saturday. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football
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Apple continues to push boundaries with its iOS updates , and the upcoming iOS 18.2 is no exception. Currently in its fourth beta stage for developers, this version introduces refinements to user interfaces, enhanced accessibility options, and advanced AI-powered features. The public release, expected in December, promises a host of innovative tools that cater to both casual and professional users. This article explores the standout features in iOS 18.2 and their potential impact on the user experience. Refinements and Enhancements in iOS 18.2 Beta Apple's beta releases are designed to give developers and public beta testers a sneak peek at the new functionality while providing time to address bugs and fine-tune the system. The iOS 18.2 beta brings several noteworthy improvements: For the i Phone 16 series , Apple introduces accessibility settings for Camera Control , simplifying access to advanced camera features. By integrating these settings into the standard Camera Control options, Apple ensures a more intuitive experience for users with varying levels of expertise. The Photos app now supports millisecond timestamps for videos, a highly requested feature among creators and videographers. This update makes it easier to identify precise moments in video content, catering to professionals who require high accuracy in editing and analysis. The updated profile picture icon in the Mail app reflects Apple's commitment to small yet impactful design changes that improve the overall aesthetic and usability of its apps. Beyond these specific updates, iOS 18.2 beta features subtle interface tweaks across multiple apps and settings, enhancing navigation and creating a more cohesive user experience. Apple Intelligence: Advanced AI Features in iOS 18.2 iOS 18.2 represents a significant leap forward in artificial intelligence integration, providing users with tools that enhance creativity, productivity, and interactivity. Below are the major AI-driven features set to debut in iOS 18.2: A standalone app called Image Playground is making its debut, allowing users to create custom images from text prompts and themes . Whether for professional projects or personal use, this tool empowers users to generate stunning visuals effortlessly. Integration : The app is also embedded in native apps like Notes , enabling seamless use of custom images within documents. Applications : Ideal for creating social media content, presentations, and personalized artwork. The Image Wand feature transforms rough sketches into polished, professional-grade images. This tool is especially useful for designers, artists, and professionals in need of quick visuals without compromising on quality. How It Works : Users sketch an idea, and the app refines it with precision and detail. Impact : Encourages creativity while saving time and effort. Apple introduces Genmoji , a dedicated editor for creating custom emojis. This feature is embedded directly into the emoji keyboard , making it easy for users to design personalized emojis for fun or branding purposes. Customizability : Users can tweak facial expressions, colors, and accessories to create unique emojis. Use Case : Adds a personal touch to messages and enhances communication. Two standout updates to the Writing Tools feature include: Compose : Leveraging OpenAI’s ChatGPT , this tool generates high-quality text based on user prompts. It is ideal for drafting emails, writing essays, or creating professional content quickly. Describe Your Change : This allows users to specify precise text modifications rather than relying on preset options, offering unparalleled control and accuracy in content editing. Apple takes Siri to the next level by integrating OpenAI’s ChatGPT . This enhancement enables Siri to process more complex requests, such as generating detailed reports or answering in-depth queries. Privacy : Users must grant explicit permission to enable this feature, ensuring privacy remains a priority. Applications : From scheduling tasks to providing tailored recommendations, Siri becomes more versatile and intelligent. Exclusive to the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro , Visual Intelligence introduces a cutting-edge feature that allows users to gather environmental information quickly. Quick Viewfinder : Holding the Camera Control button on the lock screen opens a rapid photo viewfinder that analyzes the surroundings for relevant data. Applications : Useful for identifying landmarks, scanning QR codes, or retrieving contextual information in real time. Why These Features Matter The features in iOS 18.2 are more than just updates; they represent a shift toward enhancing creativity, accessibility, and intelligence in everyday use. By refining existing tools and integrating AI seamlessly, Apple ensures that users spend less time navigating and more time creating. The accessibility updates reflect Apple’s commitment to inclusivity, making its technology more approachable for users with varying needs. Tools like Image Playground , Compose , and Describe Your Change empower users to complete tasks faster and with greater precision, making iOS 18.2 a valuable update for professionals. Features such as Genmoji and Visual Intelligence set Apple apart from competitors, showcasing the company’s ability to blend innovation with practicality. Device Compatibility and Availability iOS 18.2 will be available for all iPhones starting from the iPhone 12 series and later, ensuring a broad user base can benefit from these enhancements. However, features like Visual Intelligence will remain exclusive to the latest iPhone models. The final version of iOS 18.2 is expected to roll out in December 2024. Users enrolled in the public beta program can access these features early. The iOS 18.2 update is a game-changer for Apple users, bringing a mix of practical refinements and cutting-edge AI capabilities. From Genmoji for personalized emojis to advanced tools like Image Playground and Visual Intelligence , this update caters to a diverse range of needs. Whether you're a creative professional, a productivity enthusiast, or simply someone who values seamless functionality, iOS 18.2 offers something for everyone. As Apple continues to innovate, it solidifies its position as a leader in the tech industry, delivering features that enhance usability, creativity, and connectivity. With its anticipated release just around the corner, iOS 18.2 promises to set new benchmarks for smartphone operating systems, ensuring Apple remains at the forefront of technological advancement.
AP Sports SummaryBrief at 6:31 p.m. ESTThousands of revellers gathered on Copacabana beach for Rio de Janeiro's annual pride parade, many scantily dressed and covered in glitter. or signup to continue reading Rainbow-coloured flags, towels and fans abounded among the crowd mostly made up of young people who danced and sang along to music blaring from speakers. While the atmosphere was festive, some spoke of the threat of violence LGBTQ+ people face in Brazil. "As the sister of a trans woman, I'm scared to death," said Helen Karajá, a 32-year-old bisexual artist. At least 230 LGBTQ+ Brazilians were victims of violent deaths in 2023, according to the umbrella watchdog group Observatory of LGBTI+ deaths and violence in Brazil. And more trans people — 100 — were murdered in Brazil last year than in any other country, according to Transgender Europe, a network of global non-profits that tracks the data. To be sure, life for gay people is safer now than it used to be, said Carlos da Cunha, a 71-year-old hairdresser. "In the past, people had to go to ghettos to meet people, because you couldn't just be anywhere," said da Cunha. "Now, we can walk down the street without being attacked, without being insulted or humiliated." One of the themes of this year's pride march was sustainability. "Environmental justice will only be possible with racial and social justice, gender equality and sexual diversity" read one banner attached to a truck. Brazil has faced a series of environmental catastrophes this year, including record drought in the Amazon rainforest, floods in the southern Rio Grande do Sul state, and wildfires across the country. "If we can't respect the environment, how can we respect others?" said Alexia Soutinho, a 23-year-old student who identifies as pansexual. Advertisement Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. We care about the protection of your data. Read our . Advertisement
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Gus Malzahn is leaving UCF to become Florida State's offensive coordinator, AP source saysSydney Thomas has revealed Jake Paul told her to “keep doing her thing” during his Mike Tyson fight night. Thomas is the ring girl who soared to fame during Paul's win over the boxing legend . As the event was live-streamed to millions around the world on Netflix , the 21-year-old stole the show as viewers took to social media to clamor over her. “Sydney Thomas, the real winner of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson,” wrote one fan. Another added: “My entire feed is Sydney Thomas content and honestly I'm down with it.” Francis Ngannou backed to face former heavyweight champion in next boxing fight Tyson Fury refuses to apologize for controversial Ukraine comments Thomas shared the spotlight with fellow Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions event models Lexi Williams, Raphaela Milagres, Virginia Sanhouse, and Delia Sylvain - but it was the influencer and University of Alabama student that stood out. She recently opened up about her breakup with her boyfriend right before her unexpected rise to prominence. However, Thomas has also addressed her future with MVP and insisted she will return to the ring for a “bunch” of upcoming fights. In an interview with PEOPLE , she revealed Paul offered her a motivational message as she starred in the ring at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Paul defeated Tyson on points after a controversial contest, but Thomas was able to speak to the boisterous 27-year-old. She revealed: “I talked to him at the fight and he was just like, ‘Keep doing your thing.’” After her appearance in Texas, Thomas surged to viral fame quickly despite her limited role. She now boasts over 1 million TikTok followers and 775k on Instagram. Things have happened so fast for Thomas that she has barely had a chance to truly comprehend everything. She added: “I still haven't been able to fully wrap my head around it all. Just the fact that I'll go on Snapchat or something and all the news stories have my face in front of them...It's the weirdest mind game to me.” She also revealed that lots of people have snuck into her DMs following her appearance in Dallas. Thomas is also single, after breaking up with her long-term boyfriend. DON'T MISS Tyson Fury's next fight after Oleksandr Usyk as Anthony Joshua gets hint Darren Till makes bold Tyson Fury boast with fight against brother Tommy looming Reason behind Mike Tyson's odd glove biting in Jake Paul fight emerges In an interview with YouTuber Nick Nayersina, Thomas shared: “I literally broke up with my boyfriend. I had no problems with him at all. Like, he was great. I just broke up with him because I was like, 'I just need and want more time with myself.' “As hard as it was to lose him and lose each other I feel like it's all God's plan. It works out in the end.”
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