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Sarah Silverman and other authors sue maker of ChatGPT for copyright infringement

Sarah Silverman and other authors sue maker of ChatGPT for copyright infringement

    Silverman has joined two class-action lawsuits against ChatGPT creator OpenAI and Meta, creator of AI chatbot LLaMA.

    Stephen King Pays Tribute To ‘The Road’ Author Cormac McCarthy

    Stephen King Pays Tribute To ‘The Road’ Author Cormac McCarthy

      Stephen King paid tribute to one of “the greatest American novelists of my time” following the passing of author Cormac McCarthy.

      Cormac McCarthy, celebrated author of ‘The Road’ and ‘No Country for Old Men,’ dies at 89

      Cormac McCarthy, celebrated author of ‘The Road’ and ‘No Country for Old Men,’ dies at 89

      • SUE MAJOR HOLMES and HILLEL ITALIE Associated Press

      Cormac McCarthy, long considered one of America’s greatest writers for his violent and bleak depictions of the United States and its borderlands in novels like “Blood Meridian,” “The Road,” “No Country for Old Men” and “All the Pretty Horses,” has died at age 89.

      'Hair,' 'Everwood' actor Treat Williams dies after Vermont motorcycle crash

      'Hair,' 'Everwood' actor Treat Williams dies after Vermont motorcycle crash

      • Associated Press

      Actor Treat Williams, whose nearly 50-year career included starring roles in the TV series "Everwood" and the movie "Hair," died Monday after a motorcycle crash in Vermont, state police said. He was 71.

      Better late than never? Book returned to California library 96 years overdue

      Better late than never? Book returned to California library 96 years overdue

      • JESSE DUARTE St. Helena Star

      Talk about overdue — a man returned a book to a library in California that was due in 1927, a whopping 96 years late.  

      The pandemic widened gaps in reading. Can one teacher 'do something about that'?

      The pandemic widened gaps in reading. Can one teacher 'do something about that'?

      • CAROLYN THOMPSON Associated Press

      The COVID-19 pandemic upended learning across the United States. And now that students are back together in class, some are much more behind than others.

      Madonna auctioning off photographs from erotic coffee table book

      Madonna auctioning off photographs from erotic coffee table book

        Titled Madonna x Meisel - The SEX Photographs, the auction will feature erotic photos taken from the pop star's 1992 photo book SEX - a collaboration with photographer Steven Meisel.

        Prince Harry's ghostwriter dismisses rumor they met through George Clooney

        Prince Harry's ghostwriter dismisses rumor they met through George Clooney

          The man who helped write the Duke of Sussex's memoir Spare, J. R. Moehringer told The New Yorker in a piece published on Monday that reports regarding his and Harry's introduction were incorrect.

          Alan Pergament: Luke Russert's poignant book works on multiple levels

          Alan Pergament: Luke Russert's poignant book works on multiple levels

            Russert's book, “Look for Me There: Grieving My Father, Finding Myself” is a relatable ride that may make you cry, laugh and feel a little jealous, Pergament says.

            Remembering Carrie Fisher of "Star Wars," 1956-2016

            Remembering Carrie Fisher of "Star Wars," 1956-2016

              Actress Carrie Fisher, who found enduring fame as Princess Leia in the original "Star Wars," died as the latest film wrapped up production. Here's a look back at her life in photos.

              NY Times bestseller John Hart to appear in Mount Pleasant

              NY Times bestseller John Hart to appear in Mount Pleasant

                MOUNT PLEASANT — Celebrated author and North Carolina native John Hart will appear at an event hosted by the Mount Pleasant Friends of the Library on Thursday, May 4. The event will be held at 73 & Main restaurant in downtown Mount Pleasant at 7 p.m.

                'Gender Queer' tops library group's list of most challenged books of 2022

                'Gender Queer' tops library group's list of most challenged books of 2022

                  The American Library Association announced that Maia Kobabe's graphic memoir "Gender Queer" was the most "challenged" book of 2022, the second consecutive year it has topped the list.

                  Matthew Perry vows to remove Keanu Reeves from book after criticism

                  Matthew Perry vows to remove Keanu Reeves from book after criticism

                    Matthew Perry has vowed to remove Keanu Reeves' name from his memoir after being criticized over "random" comments he made about the star.

                    Arnold Schwarzenegger announces new book

                    Arnold Schwarzenegger announces new book

                      The Terminator star and former California governor announced on Tuesday that 'Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life' will be released on 10 October.

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                      Movies & Television

                      Cameras in courtrooms stir debate from baby Lindbergh kidnapping to Charlie Kirk's killing

                      Cameras in courtrooms stir debate from baby Lindbergh kidnapping to Charlie Kirk's killing

                      Review: ‘Testaments’ moves more fluidly than ‘Handmaid’s Tale’

                      Review: ‘Testaments’ moves more fluidly than ‘Handmaid’s Tale’

                      Review: ‘You, Me and Tuscany’ is harmless fun

                      Review: ‘You, Me and Tuscany’ is harmless fun

                      Candace Owens accuses Erika Kirk of lying about security threat

                      Candace Owens accuses Erika Kirk of lying about security threat

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                      Altcoins to Buy: How to Find and Buy Altcoins for the Next Bull Run

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                      Upcoming Crypto Presales: How to Find and Buy Top Crypto Presales

                      Affiliate. Learn how to find and buy top crypto presales and what to look for when researching. 

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                      How to Buy Meme Coins: How to Find New Meme Coins and Where to Buy Them

                      Affiliate. Learn how to find and buy the newest meme coins. 

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                      Next Crypto to Explode: How To Find New Crypto Coins and Buy Them

                      Affiliate. Learn how to find and buy the next big crypto coins before they explode.

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