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OpenAI’s ChatGPT bot probed by FTC over consumer harms
The Federal Trade Commission has opened an investigation into OpenAI Inc., questioning whether its popular ChatGPT conversational AI bot puts consumers’ reputations and data at risk, according to a person familiar with the matter. The probe into the Microsoft Corp.-backed startup marks the first official inquiry into a technology that...
From veggies to slushies, Hampton farmer’s market offers something for everyone
The weekly farmer’s market at Hampton Community Park offers more than just an opportunity for local businesses to sell fresh produce and handmade commodities. One family has used the farmer’s market business to help an autistic member. Stacey Gray of Indiana Township needed to find something for her 21-year-old son...
Aspinwall Presbyterian Church schedules pet blesssing
Aspinwall Presbyterian Church will conduct a blessing of pets at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 22 on the Third Street side of the church grounds. The church is located at 299 Center Avenue in Aspinwall. Though pet blessings traditionally occur in October in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron...
Pirates to begin 2024 season in Miami, face Orioles in home opener
The Pittsburgh Pirates will begin their season on the road for the eighth straight year in 2024 when they visit the Miami Marlins for a Thursday, March 28, opener. The team announced its full 2024 schedule Thursday. After four games in Miami and three in Washington, the Pirates will face...
Cute ‘snuggling’ baby sea lion born at Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
Wide-eyed California sea lion, Kai, celebrated his public debut at Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium on Thursday. Born on June 16, the new pup enjoys spending time with his mother, Keliah, and exploring the Kids Kingdom sea lion habitat. “Kai has a wonderful bond with his mom,” said Alex Cauley, the...
Carl P. Leubsdorf: Pence has difficult path ahead
Mike Pence has wanted to be president for a long time. That was one factor that impelled him to seek — and win — Indiana’s governorship in 2012 at a time when he was a rising power and potential speaker in the GOP-controlled House. It was certainly a factor in...
Jury: Pittsburgh synagogue attacker eligible for death penalty
Robert Bowers is eligible for the death penalty. Whether a jury will impose it will be determined over the next few weeks. On Thursday, after deliberating for less than two hours, a jury of seven women and five men found that the man who killed 11 people at a Pittsburgh...
Letter to the editor: Thankful for Community Day in Allegheny Township
We’d like to give a public thanks to Supervisor Jamie Morabito for bringing back Community Day to Allegheny Township. It’s exactly what this township needs to boost morale, extend camaraderie, spend time with your family and meet up with old friends. Charles and Tanya Schachte Allegheny Township, Westmoreland County...
Letter to the editor: Greensburg residents have good ideas
Greensburg faces many challenges. Hopefully many Greensburgers will fill out the survey (“Greensburg survey will provide input as real estate consultants weigh in on downtown sites,” July 8, TribLIVE); I have. I believe we are a citizenship with good ideas. Maybe a beginning could be traffic calming (two-way streets), parking...
Editorial: Who gets to judge challenged books?
While people joke — or gripe — about teachers having summers off, a lot happens over the summer to get ready for the kids to come back in the fall. For Hempfield Area School District, there’s even more because of ongoing issues such as the imminent construction project. And the...
Pitt wrestlers, WVU grad headline MMA fight card at ‘Brawl in The Burgh 17’
Wrestling is a huge part of a mixed martial artist’s repertoire. If fighters don’t grow up on the mats, they invest time to enhance this part of their game. “The two pathways in wrestling post-college are coaching or competing, looking to make an Olympic and World team,” said Mike Wilkins,...
Letter to the editor: Support for Pitt-Greensburg critical
We would like to echo Pitt-Greensburg President Robert Gregerson in his recent call for continuing state funding that makes a college education at Pitt more affordable for Pennsylvania students (“Pitt-Greensburg’s state discount critical for students, local economy,” June 16, TribLIVE). We are two of the 10,000 Pitt-Greensburg alumni Gregerson mentioned...
The Stroller, July 13, 2023: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Safety day to be held at Crooked Creek Lake The Armstrong...
Letter to the editor: Thoughts on genders, immigrants, justice
Random thoughts: When God created humans, he created two genders, male and female; anything else is a meaningless distraction meant to further divide us as a society. You can change out the “parts,” but you cannot change out the chromosomes. I do not care what sexual proclivities you practice as...
Duquesne adds highly touted Czech forward to men’s basketball recruiting class
The Duquesne men’s basketball team added a highly touted European forward to its class of incoming freshmen and transfers, announcing the commitment of 6-foot-8 forward Jakub Necas from the Czech Republic on Wednesday. Necas has extensive experience with the Czech national team in age-group competition. Last season, he played for...
Riverhounds run unbeaten streak to 12 with win in Louisville
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds ran their unbeaten streak in USL Championship competition to 12 with a 1-0 victory at Louisville City on Wednesday night. Albert Dikwa scored in the 68th minute for the Riverhounds (9-2-8), who improved to 7-0-5 in their last 12 games to move back ahead of Tampa Bay...
Jury begins deliberating whether Pittsburgh synagogue shooter is eligible for death penalty
The prosecution told jurors they had all the evidence they needed to find that Robert Bowers intended to kill. He spent months planning the Tree of Life synagogue attack. He stockpiled weapons and ammunition. He announced his intentions online. Assistant U.S. Attorney Soo Song said in her closing argument Wednesday...
Keep your cool: Outdoor work continues as temperatures soar
Because summer is prime time for roadwork, plenty of folks are on the job no matter how high the thermometer registers. “We just carry bottles of frozen water, and sometimes I just dump it on me,” Frankie McPherson said as the temperature reached 93 degrees Fahrenheit during an afternoon scorcher...
Biggest snubs, surprises of the 2023 Emmy nominations
LOS ANGELES — Emmy nominations arrived Wednesday, and with 2,428 performers vying for voters’ attention, the free-for-all to earn a place at the table sometimes gave off the same desperate vibes as that “Succession” finale board vote on the GoJo merger. Was anyone promised a nomination when they were 7...
Letter to the editor: Shoddy service from USPS
I am a veteran who receives medications from the VA through the mail. I sent refills for two of my medications on June 22, two weeks before I am to run out, just as the VA suggested. My mail arrives between 4:30 and 5:15 p.m. daily. I also receive e-mails...
Leland Lazarus: China’s ties to Cuba and growing presence in Latin America raise security concerns in Washington
There is a push by leaders in Washington and Beijing to get U.S.-China relations back on track. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with President Xi Jinping in China in June to reopen the lines of communication between the countries. And Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen this month spent four...
Christopher Devine: Why do U.S. voters have to pick a Republican or a Democrat?
Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. Why does it have to be Democrat vs. Republican in elections? Why can’t it be Republican vs. Republican or Democrat vs. Democrat? – Gianna, age...
Westmoreland happenings: Garden open house, art show, blood drive, more
Submissions from nonprofit organizations for Briefly Speaking can be emailed to cpinto-smith@triblive.com. Include a complete address and daytime phone number. Submissions are due at least two weeks prior to the event. Each announcement is printed once; there is no fee. Art • An art show featuring the works of artists...
Letter to the editor: Thankful for leadership after bridge collapse
The Interstate 95 bridge collapse in Philadelphia June 11 was a traumatic shock. It is very unfortunate that a life was lost. It is tremendous that Gov. Josh Shapiro, state Secretary of Transportation Michael Carroll and their team announced the fast pace of the rebuilding of the interstate with strong...
Letter to the editor: Student loans and personal responsibility
Now that the Supreme Court has struck down President Biden’s illegal and shameful student loan scam to secure your vote, I ask you, “Have you learned your lesson?” When I see you protesting outside the Supreme Court, I have my doubts. Your sense of entitlement is apparent. You chose to...
