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Breadcrumb Trail LinksNewsLocal NewsPublished May 09, 2024  •  3 minute readMayor Rod Frank wasn’t deterred by the large $16 million surplus for 2023 as it represents 4.5 per cent of the overall $400 million budget. Lindsay Morey/News Staff/file jpg, SP, apsmcArticle contentUpon the finalization of year-end statements, Strathcona County’s ledger was significantly in the black.Advertisement 2This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Article contentDuring council meeting held in April, it was revealed that the municipality boasted a $16 million surplus from its 2023 budget. It marked one of the biggest surpluses for Strathcona County in recent years.Article…

People have been using ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence text generator, for a variety of things since it first launched in 2022, but they haven’t been able to coax it to create at least one genre of content: porn. Currently, ChatGPT parent company OpenAI doesn’t allow its technology to be used to “build tools that may be inappropriate for minors, including: sexually explicit or suggestive content,” with an exception for content created for scientific or educational purposes. Now OpenAI is considering opening things up a bit, according to an “extensive document intended to gather feedback on the rules for its products,” reported…

54 Mins AgoSee the stocks making big midday movesCoolers sit on display for sale at the Yeti Holdings Inc. flagship store in Austin, Texas, U.S.Sergio Flores | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesThese are some of the names making notable moves on Thursday:Yeti — The drinkware maker popped 9.7% on the back of strong first-quarter financials.AMC Entertainment — The movie theater chain dropped 4.6% after saying first-quarter revenue and attendance declined from the same period a year earlier. Roblox – The video game developer sank more than 21% after cutting its annual bookings guidance amid a decline in engagement. See the full list here.— Alex HarringAn Hour AgoSiTime shares…

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is exploring whether users should be allowed to create artificial intelligence-generated pornography and other explicit content with its products.While the company stressed that its ban on deepfakes would continue to apply to adult material, campaigners suggested the proposal undermined its mission statement to produce “safe and beneficial” AI.OpenAI, which is also the developer of the DALL-E image generator, revealed it was considering letting developers and users “responsibly” create what it termed not-safe-for-work (NSFW) content through its products. OpenAI said this could include “erotica, extreme gore, slurs, and unsolicited profanity”.It said: “We’re exploring whether we can…

Global players’ union FIFPRO and the World Leagues Forum have written to the FIFA president demanding the competition is not played as planned in June and July 2025. By Rob Harris, Sports correspondent @RobHarris Thursday 9 May 2024 16:32, UK FIFA has been warned of a threatened mass revolt and legal action by the world’s footballers and leagues over its new men’s Club World Cup amid welfare concerns. A letter has been sent by global players’ union FIFPRO and the World Leagues Forum to FIFA president Gianni Infantino demanding the 32-team competition is not played as planned in June and…

If you’re in a cash crunch, take a breath before applying for a personal loan. There’s likely a side hustle out there that can help you earn money fast—and even get paid on the same day you work. Whether you tap the wonders of the gig economy or resources in your hometown, same-day pay could be closer than you think. And with many employers adding daily pay options as an employee benefit, you could say farewell to Payday Friday and hooray to payday every day. 8 side hustles that pay up to $200 per day Getting paid biweekly or bimonthly…

20-Year Pro Trader Reveals His “MoneyLine” Ditch your indicators and use the “MoneyLine”. A simple line tells you when to buy and sell without the guesswork. It’s a line on a chart that’s helped Nic Chahine win 83% of his options buys. Here’s how he does it. Suze Orman, the financial guru, sheds light on a surprising reality: even six-figure earners can struggle financially. A study conducted by SecureSave revealed that 35% of employees with annual earnings of $100,000 or more are living paycheck to paycheck. Additionally, the research uncovered that 64% of individuals in this income bracket experience financial stress severe…

Ted Baker to be saved by Mike Ashley? | Ultra-processed meat linked to increased risk of early death | Used car sales rocket City editor Mark Kleinman has revealed that high street billionaire Mike Ashley is closing in on a deal to become the new British partner of struggling fashion chain Ted Baker.He learnt that Frasers Group had emerged as the preferred partner for the chain following the collapse of No Ordinary Designer Label (NODL), Ted Baker’s existing UK licensing partner.It is hoped a deal could be agreed over the coming days – read more on this story here…Eating ultra-processed meat is…

Whether you’re behind the wheel of a dealership, running a tire shop, or steering any other type of automotive business, mastering SEO remains an indispensable component of a successful marketing strategy in 2024. Today’s automotive consumers are more connected and informed than ever. Moreover, the preference for organic search results over paid advertisements remains strong, highlighting the critical importance of SEO in today’s digital-first consumer landscape. However, staying up-to-date on Google’s search engine results page (SERP) and algorithm changes requires diligence. To further illustrate this, consider these insights: 88% of potential car buyers now turn to digital channels to gather…

The gig economy in Africa has experienced significant growth in recent years. It has grown in popularity, attracting many participants. This shift is altering the way individuals work and earn income. In this blog article, we’ll discuss the gig economy in Africa and how it’s helping independent contractors succeed. We will examine the significance of freelancing and the potential it provides. So, stay tuned to discover more about how freelancers are finding success in Africa. Understanding Africa’s Gig Economy To understand the gig economy in Africa, one must understand how people work outside traditional job structures. It looks like a…