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Policy Specialist Warns Digitization Alone Cannot Solve Exclusion for Vulnerable Communities

Policy Specialist Warns Digitization Alone Cannot Solve Exclusion for Vulnerable Communities

Policy and governance specialist Sesame Mogotsi has issued a warning that the digitization of identity systems, while beneficial, is insufficient on its own to overcome systemic barriers faced by rural, low-income, and migrant communities. Mogotsi argues that without addressing underlying issues, digitization could inadvertently reinforce existing patterns of exclusion, leading to what she terms 'administrative statelessness.' She emphasizes that an inclusive digital identity ecosystem cannot be built if millions lack the foundational identity records necessary to enter such a system. This perspective highlights a critical challenge in the global push towards digital identification, particularly in regions where birth registration rates remain low. For instance, UNICEF estimates indicate that only about half of children under five in sub-Saharan Africa have registered births, underscoring the scale of the foundational identity gap. Kenya is cited as a country actively working to integrate birth registratio...
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Sioux Falls Restaurants Offer Free Meals to Veterans on Veterans Day

Sioux Falls Restaurants Offer Free Meals to Veterans on Veterans Day

On Wednesday, November 11th, several restaurants in Sioux Falls are offering free meals and specials to veterans and active military personnel in observance of Veterans Day. Participating establishments include The Original Pancake House, which is providing free meals from its 'Seasoned Citizen' menu; Hy-Vee stores across South Dakota, offering a free buffet-style breakfast and a 15% discount; The Barrel House and kRav'N, welcoming veterans and first responders with a free entrée; Lucky's on Louise, giving away free meals like a Cheeseburger Basket or a one-topping pizza; Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews, providing a free Cheeseburger Basket; The Tavern Grill, offering a complimentary meal; and both Chick-fil-A Empire Place and Chick-fil-A East, which are giving free Original Chicken Sandwiches or meals. Josiah's Coffeehouse, Cafe & Bakery is also inviting veterans for a free egg platter with drip coffee.
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New AI Tool Significantly Improves Weeks 3-4 Weather Forecasts, Bridging 'Predictability Desert'

New AI Tool Significantly Improves Weeks 3-4 Weather Forecasts, Bridging 'Predictability Desert'

A new machine learning method has substantially improved weather forecasts for the three-to-four-week period, a timeframe previously considered a 'predictability desert' by meteorologists. Published in Nature, this research indicates that the AI tool, developed by a team including researchers from Microsoft, MIT, and other institutions, doubles the skill of a leading AI forecasting system and enhances Europe's flagship physics-based model across most of the globe. The method, called probabilistic bias correction, acts as an add-on to existing models by learning from approximately 20 years of past forecast errors and blending them with recent observations. While the gains are modest in absolute terms, they are significant for decisions that are costly to reverse, such as those made by farmers, utility companies, and emergency managers. The tool does not require a supercomputer and its code is publicly available.
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K-State Extension Program Addresses Childcare Shortage by Training Youth Babysitters

K-State Extension Program Addresses Childcare Shortage by Training Youth Babysitters

Kansas State University's Extension program is offering "Prepared to Care" babysitting clinics to equip youth with the skills needed to provide reliable childcare, particularly outside traditional business hours. Tristen Cope, a family and youth development agent for K-State Extension's Chisholm Trail District, stated that these clinics teach essential childcare fundamentals, including infant care, child development, first aid, CPR, safe sleep practices, and age-appropriate activities. The program was initiated in 2021, partly in response to the increased demand for childcare and to offer young people opportunities to earn money. According to Child Care Aware of Kansas' 2026 data, 143,387 children under six years old in the state have all parents in the labor force. Despite 3,929 licensed childcare facilities, only a small fraction offers evening (200), overnight (39), or weekend (129) care, highlighting a significant gap in available services. The clinics also cover business basics, helping participants u...
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AMC Global Media Takes $2.1 Million Hit Amid ALLBLK Streamer Sale, Content Licensing Revenue Up 42% in Q3

AMC Global Media Takes $2.1 Million Hit Amid ALLBLK Streamer Sale, Content Licensing Revenue Up 42% in Q3

AMC Global Media reported its third-quarter 2026 earnings Monday, revealing a major increase in content licensing sales and a restructuring charge of $2.1 million following the sale of its ALLBLK streaming service. Wall Street forecast a loss of earnings per share (EPS) of 1 cent on $584.9 million in revenue, according to analyst consensus data […]
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Take-Two projects third-quarter bookings below estimates

Take-Two projects third-quarter bookings below estimates

Nov 9 (Reuters) - Take-Two Interactive projected third-quarter bookings below Wall Street estimates on Monday, stoking concerns around the strength of demand for the videogame publisher's highly-anticipated title "Grand Theft Auto VI".
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Skydance Plans Launch of Bundled Paramount+, HBO Max in Early 2027

Skydance Plans Launch of Bundled Paramount+, HBO Max in Early 2027

Streaming fans will soon be able to subscribe to a new bundled service that offers “Tulsa King” and “The White Lotus” for a single price. Skydance, in one of its first big announcement since completing its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, said it planned to launch Paramount+ and HBO Max as part of a single […]
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US stocks rally and claw back more of last week's losses as oil prices swing lower

US stocks rally and claw back more of last week's losses as oil prices swing lower

The U.S. stock market rallied to its best day since April and clawed back more of its big loss from last week as oil prices swing lower
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No. 15 Kansas loses Melvin Council Jr. to broken foot ahead of Champions Classic vs No. 14 Kentucky

No. 15 Kansas loses Melvin Council Jr. to broken foot ahead of Champions Classic vs No. 14 Kentucky

No. 15 Kansas will be without Melvin Council Jr. for the Champions Classic against Kentucky after he broke a bone in his right foot during practice
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Paramount+ Offers Half-Off Annual Subscription with Showtime Access

Paramount+ Offers Half-Off Annual Subscription with Showtime Access

Paramount+ Offers Half-Off Annual Subscription with Showtime Access
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NBA Teams Matched with Original Pokémon Based on Vibe and Performance

NBA Teams Matched with Original Pokémon Based on Vibe and Performance

NBA Teams Matched with Original Pokémon Based on Vibe and Performance
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AI Virtual Assistants Transform Telecom, Business, Retail, and Healthcare Sectors

AI Virtual Assistants Transform Telecom, Business, Retail, and Healthcare Sectors

AI Virtual Assistants Transform Telecom, Business, Retail, and Healthcare Sectors
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Bears Quarterback Caleb Williams Leads Team to Victory Despite Four Interceptions

Bears Quarterback Caleb Williams Leads Team to Victory Despite Four Interceptions

Bears Quarterback Caleb Williams Leads Team to Victory Despite Four Interceptions
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Jesse Plemons Cast in 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' Film Adaptation

Jesse Plemons Cast in 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' Film Adaptation

Jesse Plemons Cast in 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' Film Adaptation
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John Cena Establishes New 'John Cena Classic' Tournament to Spotlight Emerging WWE Talent

John Cena Establishes New 'John Cena Classic' Tournament to Spotlight Emerging WWE Talent

John Cena Establishes New 'John Cena Classic' Tournament to Spotlight Emerging WWE Talent
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Nicolas Cage Adopts Elliptical Workouts to Lose Weight After Gaining 25 Pounds for Film Role

Nicolas Cage Adopts Elliptical Workouts to Lose Weight After Gaining 25 Pounds for Film Role

Nicolas Cage Adopts Elliptical Workouts to Lose Weight After Gaining 25 Pounds for Film Role
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Scarlett Johansson's Advice Reportedly Influenced Bobby Flay and Brooke Williamson's Relationship

Scarlett Johansson's Advice Reportedly Influenced Bobby Flay and Brooke Williamson's Relationship

Scarlett Johansson's Advice Reportedly Influenced Bobby Flay and Brooke Williamson's Relationship
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Colin Meloy on the Sixteen-Year Journey to ‘Wildwood’

Colin Meloy on the Sixteen-Year Journey to ‘Wildwood’

The songwriter and author talks about seeing his fantasy novel come to life on the big screen, and gives an update on the Decemberists
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From Tickets to Hotels, Celine Dion’s Paris Residency Brought Big Business to the City

From Tickets to Hotels, Celine Dion’s Paris Residency Brought Big Business to the City

The singer's comeback concerts wrapped with more than $125 million in tickets sold, while increasing demand for hotel stays in Paris
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Skydance details cost cuts, sets streaming bundle for early next year

Skydance details cost cuts, sets streaming bundle for early next year

By Lisa Richwine and Harshita Mary Varghese LOS ANGELES, Nov 9 (Reuters) - Skydance on Monday detailed plans to deliver $6 billion in cost savings from its Warner Bros Discovery acquisition and said it would launch a streaming bundle of HBO Max and Paramount+ early next year.