A large language model generates answers as gamers combine blocks of text. It can get as weird as “Farming Simulator 2013: Furry Shades of Grey” and “Osama Bin Donuts.”A large language model generates answers as gamers combine blocks of text. It can get as weird as “Farming Simulator 2013: Furry Shades of Grey” and “Osama […]
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Hosts who have to entertain insiders at the ceremony and outsiders watching at home. Presenters who change their minds. No wonder the bits are awkward.Hosts who have to entertain insiders at the ceremony and outsiders watching at home. Presenters who change their minds. No wonder the bits are awkward. Read More
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“Émigré,” a bland oratorio about brothers who flee to China to escape Nazi persecution, was given its American premiere by the New York Philharmonic.“Émigré,” a bland oratorio about brothers who flee to China to escape Nazi persecution, was given its American premiere by the New York Philharmonic. Read More
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With her library, senior center, markets and sports complexes, Fernanda Canales is bringing a sense of community, beauty and safety to underserved towns.With her library, senior center, markets and sports complexes, Fernanda Canales is bringing a sense of community, beauty and safety to underserved towns. Read More
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The Oscar best picture hopefuls “Barbie” and “Poor Things” look nothing alike, but their central characters go on similar journeys.The Oscar best picture hopefuls “Barbie” and “Poor Things” look nothing alike, but their central characters go on similar journeys. Read More
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The hilariously suggestive misfire is a reminder of the days when too-weird-to-be-true film mementos could be found in every kitchen cupboard.The hilariously suggestive misfire is a reminder of the days when too-weird-to-be-true film mementos could be found in every kitchen cupboard. Read More
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Does morality have a sound? Both films use sonics and silence in contrast with images. The complex results raise questions about what makes us human.Does morality have a sound? Both films use sonics and silence in contrast with images. The complex results raise questions about what makes us human. Read More
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In its opening sketch, “S.N.L.” offered a parody of a CNN political show.In its opening sketch, “S.N.L.” offered a parody of a CNN political show. Read More
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Shane Gillis hosted “S.N.L.,” the show that rebuffed him. Ye topped the Billboard chart after making antisemitic remarks. Has the mainstream given up on banishing bad actors? Shane Gillis hosted “S.N.L.,” the show that rebuffed him. Ye topped the Billboard chart after making antisemitic remarks. Has the mainstream given up on banishing bad actors? Read More
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