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Sam Altman returns as OpenAI CEO in dramatic reversal    
Sam Altman returns as OpenAI CEO in dramatic reversal
The boardroom drama had echoes of other coups in Silicon Valley history. Apple co-founder Steve Jobs was fired as CEO in 1985 only to return more than a decade later. Twitter co-founder Dorsey was pushed out in 2008 and came back as CEO seven years later.


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A growing number of tech execs think AI is giving Big Tech 'inordinate' power    
A growing number of tech execs think AI is giving Big Tech 'inordinate' power
\"The models that are out there, and open source models that anybody can download and run on a few machines that a startup can spend [just] $50,000 training ... that\'s not a big deal at all. It\'s really impressive,\" Wales added.






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Georgia Judge Modifies a Trump Co-Defendant’s Bail Conditions    
Georgia Judge Modifies a Trump Co-Defendant’s Bail Conditions
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Susan Sarandon Dropped by Talent Agency After Remarks on Gaza War    
Susan Sarandon Dropped by Talent Agency After Remarks on Gaza War
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Opinion | The Rescuers    
Opinion | The Rescuers
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Peter Tarnoff Dies at 86; Diplomat Helped Plot ‘Argo’ Escape From Iran    
Peter Tarnoff Dies at 86; Diplomat Helped Plot ‘Argo’ Escape From Iran
Clay Risen is an obituaries reporter for The Times. Previously, he was a senior editor on the Politics desk and a deputy op-ed editor on the Opinion desk. He is the author, most recently, of “American Rye: A Guide to the Nation’s Original Spirit.” More about Clay Risen




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Viral Video Of American Airlines Employee Crashing Wheelchair Draws Outrage    
Viral Video Of American Airlines Employee Crashing Wheelchair Draws Outrage
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Adelaide manhunt for 'armed and dangerous' gunman alleged to have murdered his wife    
Adelaide manhunt for 'armed and dangerous' gunman alleged to have murdered his wife
In Australia, the national family violence counselling service is on 1800 737 732. In the UK, call the national domestic abuse helpline on 0808 2000 247, or visit Women's Aid. In the US, the domestic violence hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). Other international helplines may be found via www.befrienders.org




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Israel and Hamas agree deal for release of some hostages and four-day ceasefire    
Israel and Hamas agree deal for release of some hostages and four-day ceasefire
Two Americans and two Israeli nationals were freed in mid-October by Hamas. The Israeli military last month rescued one of its soldiers, and last week it said it had recovered the bodies of two hostages during the offensive.


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Nvidia revenue soars due to AI, but stock dips on trade restrictions    
Nvidia revenue soars due to AI, but stock dips on trade restrictions
Altman’s AI chip project would aim to provide a lower-cost alternative to Nvidia’s chips, potentially challenging its status as the market leader in manufacturing the chips and processors needed to power large language models. Other tech companies, including OpenAI, have also considered making their own chips.




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Sam Altman reinstated as OpenAI CEO five days after being fired    
Sam Altman reinstated as OpenAI CEO five days after being fired
Yesterday, it was reported that Altman was again negotiating with the board to return as CEO. However, as recently as a few hours ago, it still looked like Altman would be heading to Microsoft and perhaps taking many of OpenAI\'s employees with him. Shear\'s threat to quit reportedly lit a fire under OpenAI\'s board, which restarted negotiations with Altman in earnest, leading to today\'s announcement that he\'d be coming back after all.


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Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao pleads guilty as part of broad pact with US authorities    
Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao pleads guilty as part of broad pact with US authorities
\"Binance turned a blind eye to its legal obligations in the pursuit of profit,\" Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Tuesday. \"Its willful failures allowed money to flow to terrorists, cybercriminals, and child abusers through its platform.\"




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US stocks end streak of gains as Fed minutes indicate a restrictive policy outlook    
US stocks end streak of gains as Fed minutes indicate a restrictive policy outlook
After Tuesday\'s closing bell, investors will also be watching for Nvidia\'s earnings release. One of this year\'s blowout tech stocks, the firm is facing high market expectations for a surge in profits and sales.


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Stock That Crashed 95% on Xi’s Edtech Crackdown Is Roaring Back    
Stock That Crashed 95% on Xi’s Edtech Crackdown Is Roaring Back
Those traditional businesses include overseas study, a strength of New Oriental, as well as high school, where greater regulation still remains a threat. Other new fields the company has pushed into include non-academic tutoring, learning devices and “cultural tourism” for the elderly.




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Jets' Wilson rejects 'scapegoat' tag after benching    
Jets' Wilson rejects 'scapegoat' tag after benching
\"Accountability is No. 1 at quarterback and I didn\'t play well in college, but here I am Year 6 in the NFL,\" he said. \"I feel like I have enough. I can get the ball out on time and make all the throws. I can see into the pocket and be a good quarterback for this team, so that\'s what I intend to do.\"


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CFP Anger Index: What's the committee's issue with the ACC?    
CFP Anger Index: What's the committee's issue with the ACC?
The race for the Group of 5\'s New Year\'s Six bid is being led (rightfully) by Tulane, but if the Green Wave slip up in the final two weeks (vs. red-hot UTSA and SMU in the AAC championship), the bid shouldn\'t belong to Liberty just because it had the easiest path to an undefeated season.


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Victor Wembanyama's jersey worn during the second half of NBA debut sells for record    
Victor Wembanyama's jersey worn during the second half of NBA debut sells for record
In all, Tuesday\'s 64-lot auction brought in $1.249 million. Other notable rookie debut jerseys included No. 3 overall pick Brandon Miller\'s ($27,940) and No. 2 overall pick Scoot Henderson\'s ($19,050).


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LIVE Transfer Talk: Man Utd target Griezmann happy at Atletico    
LIVE Transfer Talk: Man Utd target Griezmann happy at Atletico
The summer transfer window has closed throughout Europe, but there are still moves in the works and plenty of gossip swirling around. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals!


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Colorado Supreme Court Agrees to Take Up Trump’s 14th Amendment Case    
Colorado Supreme Court Agrees to Take Up Trump’s 14th Amendment Case
Mario Nicolais, a lawyer for the plaintiffs, said that the fast pace of the court schedule indicated that “the Supreme Court has taken this with the seriousness that it requires,” adding that “we are confident that we will come away from the Colorado Supreme Court with a victory and that he will be barred from being on the ballot.”


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Political Pressures on Biden Helped Drive ‘Secret Cell’ of Aides in Hostage Talks    
Political Pressures on Biden Helped Drive ‘Secret Cell’ of Aides in Hostage Talks
Michael D. Shear is a White House correspondent for The New York Times, covering President Biden and his administration. He has reported on politics for more than 30 years. More about Michael D. Shear


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Latino Business Advocate Stung by Misconduct Claims Resurfaces With ‘No Labels’    
Latino Business Advocate Stung by Misconduct Claims Resurfaces With ‘No Labels’
Reid J. Epstein covers campaigns and elections from Washington. Before joining The Times in 2019, he worked at The Wall Street Journal, Politico, Newsday and The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. More about Reid J. Epstein


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Olipop Merges Profit and Purpose With $200 Million In Sales And A New B Corp Certification    
Olipop Merges Profit and Purpose With $200 Million In Sales And A New B Corp Certification
His fridge, he jokes, is always full of juices, and different concoctions he’s testing out. As chief formulator, the quest to find the next fan-favorite flavor is ongoing. Call it a “functional beverage” or a “botanical soda,” he’s tackled some of the tried-and-true flavors like root beer, and converted over a new generation of soda drinkers, while attracting funding from celebs like Gwyneth Paltrow, Mindy Kaling, and even the former Pepsi CEO, Indra Nooyi.


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New Doc Traces History Of Multi Award-Winning Manhattan Theatre Club    
New Doc Traces History Of Multi Award-Winning Manhattan Theatre Club
“Through their stewardship of Manhattan Theatre Club, Lynne Meadow and Barry Grove have left an indelible mark on the theatrical landscape for decades to come,” said Joe Harrell, executive producer of All Arts. “Their story champions the vital role of non-profit theaters in allowing artists to take risks, explore innovative ideas and challenge conventions.”


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Deep Frying Your Turkey This Thanksgiving? Here Are The Dangers    
Deep Frying Your Turkey This Thanksgiving? Here Are The Dangers
Patience is what’s needed, in general, if you want to enjoy some deep-fried turkey this Thanksgiving. Before you go deep, make sure that follow all of the aforementioned precautions. You and your home will be thankful that you did.


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A Mixed Case For Thanksgiving    
A Mixed Case For Thanksgiving
Ramon Bilbao Lalomba Finca Lalinda 2021, Rioja. More of an orange-hued wine, this full-bodied Garnacha-driven wine favors a savory profile over fruit with an herbal profile. This earthy austerity makes it friendly with most dishes on the holiday table, but particularly roasted vegetables.


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Sam Altman: Ousted OpenAI boss to return days after being sacked    
Sam Altman: Ousted OpenAI boss to return days after being sacked
\"Coming into OpenAI, I wasn\'t sure what the right path would be,\" he said on X, but added that Mr Altman\'s reinstatement \"was the pathway that maximized safety alongside doing right by all stakeholders involved\".


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Omegle: ‘How I got the dangerous chat site closed down’    
Omegle: ‘How I got the dangerous chat site closed down’
In his closing statement on the Omegle homepage, he said there was \"a great deal of moderation behind the scenes, including state-of-the-art AI operating in concert with a wonderful team of human moderators\".


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Richard Teng: Who is the new boss of Binance?    
Richard Teng: Who is the new boss of Binance?
In March, US regulators sought to ban the company, alleging it had been operating in the country illegally. It was also accused of breaking numerous US financial laws, including rules intended to thwart money laundering.


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Binance Founder Pleads Guilty to Violating Money Laundering Rules    
Binance Founder Pleads Guilty to Violating Money Laundering Rules
Glenn Thrush covers the Department of Justice. He joined The Times in 2017 after working for Politico, Newsday, Bloomberg News, The New York Daily News, The Birmingham Post-Herald and City Limits. More about Glenn Thrush


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Let Your Maps App Guide You Home for the Holidays    
Let Your Maps App Guide You Home for the Holidays
J.D. Biersdorfer has been writing about consumer technology for The Times since 1998. She also creates the weekly interactive literary quiz for the Book Review and occasionally contributes reviews. More about J. D. Biersdorfer


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Sam Altman Is Reinstated as OpenAI’s Chief Executive    
Sam Altman Is Reinstated as OpenAI’s Chief Executive
Tripp Mickle reports on Apple and Silicon Valley for The Times and is based in San Francisco. His focus on Apple includes product launches, manufacturing issues and political challenges. He also writes about trends across the tech industry, including layoffs, generative A.I. and robot taxis.  More about Tripp Mickle




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