Between the imposing mountains and the calm surface of the ocean, the municipality of Porto Moniz also dazzles with the charm of its picturesque parishes, which overflow with rich customs.
Daily Archives: December 9, 2023
Saturday Morning: News From London And Oslo
Monocle on Saturday, December 11, 2023: Emma Nelson and Yassmin Abdel-Magied review the week’s news and culture. Also, Monocle’s Oslo correspondent, Lars Bevanger, visits Ambassaden – the former US embassy, which has been transformed into a food-and-drink hub. Arts and culture specialist Issabella Orlando also joins the panel to talk about other heritage-inspired spaces around the world.
The New York Times — Saturday, December 9, 2023
E.U. Agrees on Landmark Artificial Intelligence Rules
The agreement over the A.I. Act solidifies one of the world’s first comprehensive attempts to limit the use of artificial intelligence.
U.S. Vetoes Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Resolution at U.N. Security Council
The veto came amid a warning that “civil order is breaking down” in Gaza, and a day after the Biden administration warned that Israel’s military had not done enough to reduce harm to civilians.
Iran Looks to Houthi Proxies to Escalate Fight With Israel
The Iranian-backed militia in Yemen has launched drone and missile attacks on Israeli and American targets. American officials fear the group could go too far and incite a wider war.
Inside OpenAI’s Crisis Over the Future of Artificial Intelligence
Split over the leadership of Sam Altman, board members and executives turned on one another. Their brawl exposed the cracks at the heart of the A.I. movement.
Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – Dec 11, 2023
BARRON’S MAGAZINE – DECEMBER 11, 2023 ISSUE:
Higher Rates Are Here to Stay. What That Really Means.
Even as inflation eases, global changes including less trade and growing government deficits will keep rates higher than before.
3 Moves That Retirees Can Make Now to Benefit From Higher Rates
Three moves to take advantage of higher rates.
It Isn’t Too Late to Reduce Your 2023 Tax Bill. Consider These 6 Steps.
Thanks to an inflation adjustment to the 2024 income-tax bracket thresholds, you may save money by deferring year-end income and bonuses to next year.
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