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Chelsea 4:2 Brighton: What Fabian Hurzeler said

Chelsea 4:2 Brighton: What Fabian Hurzeler said

Brighton coach Fabian Hurzeler spoke to Match of the Day after today’s defeat: “We got off to a good start and controlled the game and dominated possession. We scored, but after that we had too many individual errors and you can’t win at Stamford Bridge with too many individual errors. We should learn from this quickly.”

“We were good in possession, but to win games you have to be good in both phases and we didn’t defend well.”

“We are still in a process and have to learn from it quickly. Every time we made a mistake, they punished him, and punished them quickly.”

“We have to analyze, we have to be honest with each other and do better next time.”

What went wrong today: “It’s still a process and we need a good connection on the pitch and we didn’t have that connection today. It’s my job as a head coach to improve those things.”

“In the first half you couldn’t change anything. We were disappointed that we conceded so many goals, but there were positives too. We tried to create some chances but I think Chelsea defended them pretty well.”

“At the end of the day, I think there was a bit of luck that wasn’t there. It wasn’t our day and in the end I think we deserved to lose.”

“We are all in this together – we win together and we lose together. We have to find a good balance; we must not lose our structure as quickly as before. We all have something to learn, including me.”

“There aren’t many players like Cole Palmer in the Premier League, he’s special.”

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Top 3 Cheapest Electric Vehicles in Bangladesh

Top 3 Cheapest Electric Vehicles in Bangladesh

As more Chinese vehicle manufacturers set foot in Bangladesh, there has been a rise in electric vehicles. In this feature, we have listed three of the cheapest electric vehicles in Bangladesh, all from China, for less than Tk 60 lakh

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Bangladesh has recently witnessed rapid development in the field of electric vehicles (EVs). It all started in January 2023 when Bangladesh launched its first “official” electric vehicle, Audi’s Q8 E Tron.

Since then, several automotive companies have expanded their offerings to include electric vehicles.

To promote the green initiative, the Bangladesh government has introduced an import tax on electric vehicles of about 89% of the vehicle value, the lowest import duty for all vehicle imports. Additionally, in line with government initiatives, various companies have set up charging stations across Bangladesh to make the process smoother.

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This change is beneficial to combat air pollution and dependence on fossil fuels. and contribute to sustainability.

While electric vehicles have historically faced the lowest tariffs, vehicles in the electric vehicle industry have generally been the premium offerings of the last decade. As more and more Chinese vehicle manufacturers set foot in Bangladesh, the range of electric vehicles has increased significantly – and at cheaper prices than ever before.

In this feature, we have three of the cheapest electric vehicles in Bangladesh, all from China, for less than Tk 60 lakh.

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In Bangladesh, Haval is considered as the first car manufacturer to set the trend for Chinese vehicles in Bangladesh. To meet the trend of electric vehicles, the company brought the GWM Ora EV to Bangladesh.

The Haval GWM Ora EV is Great Wall Motors’ first battery-electric vehicle. The Ora EV is considered retro-futuristic in its design and at first glance is reminiscent of small European hatchbacks such as the Volkswagen or the Fiat.

However, this car is equipped with a 63 kWh battery under its passenger seats with fast charging capability, allowing it to charge from 20% to 80% in about 43 minutes. When fully charged, this car has a stated maximum range of around 500 km.

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The Ora EV is powered by a 126 kW motor that generates a maximum torque of 250 Nm and reaches a top speed of around 160 km/h. When making this car, GWM focused on the metropolitan areas and offered something unique at an affordable price.

Features include a 10.25-inch infotainment system with four or six speaker connectivity that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, spacious cabins for five people and high-quality safety features for a car sold to environmentally conscious people.

According to Haval’s website, there is either a four-year, 150,000 km vehicle warranty and up to eight years or 150,000 km of battery, drive motor and motor control warranty.

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The John Ringling Causeway is open to residents and business owners

The John Ringling Causeway is open to residents and business owners

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) – The John Ringling Causeway is now open to 𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐊𝐞𝐲, 𝐒𝐭. 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐊𝐞𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐝𝐨 𝐊𝐞𝐲. Longboat Key remains closed until further notice.

𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: Please have your ID ready.

Information: Please bring a certificate from the business owner with you for verification.

Business owners can access St. Armands Circle to assess storm damage. There are barricades in areas of concern. For your safety, do not bypass barricades.

Watch your lane when driving. High speeds can result in significant water displacement, which can cause further damage to surrounding properties. Drive slowly and be considerate of your neighbors who are also dealing with these difficult conditions.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation. We are all in this together and are committed to ensuring that everyone returns safely.

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Watch Alabama vs Georgia game today: channel, time, streaming information

Watch Alabama vs Georgia game today: channel, time, streaming information

Alabama football opens SEC play Saturday night under the lights of Bryant-Denny Stadium.

The No. 4 Crimson Tide will host No. 1 Georgia in Tuscaloosa for the first time since 2020. Jalen Milroe and Alabama defeated the Bulldogs in their last meeting in the 2023 SEC Championship Game, ending Georgia’s quest for three consecutive College Football Playoff National Championship victories.

Overall, Alabama leads its series against the Bulldogs 43-26-4.

Entering 2024, Alabama has picked up wins over Western Kentucky, South Florida and Wisconsin, while Georgia defeated Clemson, Tennessee Tech and Kentucky.

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How to Create AI Images: A Complete Guide with Expert Advice

How to Create AI Images: A Complete Guide with Expert Advice

A picture says more than a thousand words. But with generative AI, you have to start with words to get that picture.

Generative artificial intelligence technology has exploded in recent years, giving rise to many creative services that can generate entire images and video clips. This is the “generative” aspect of genetic AI – it can seemingly generate content from just a simple text prompt. Of course, the actual process is more complicated.

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AI image generators rely on a database of existing content (text, images, videos, etc.) and/or search the open Internet for information to create new images to fulfill your request. They allow anyone with an account and a request to create almost any type of image (usually within reason).

There are many AI imaging services available, but not all of them provide high-quality results or adequately protect your data. They also differ in price and the features they offer. While AI generators can be exciting to explore, getting started can quickly become overwhelming.

This is where this guide comes in handy. I tested and reviewed several AI image generators for CNET and explained how the new technology impacts digital creators. These services are certainly interesting and serve their purpose, but they require a learning curve. Although they are not good enough to replace human creators, they offer a range of creative possibilities.

Here’s how you can create custom AI images.

Step 1: Choose the best AI service for your project

I have hands-on experience with many AI image generators and creative programs. Which program is best for you depends on your project, your budget and your level of experience. You can check out our full reviews and rankings, but these are my three program recommendations.

What is the best AI image generator for you?

The CNET Editor’s Choice is Dall-E 3 from OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT. Dall-E features impressive prompt adherence and handles even more complex prompts with ease. The conversation flow – meaning you can follow simply by typing in the chat window – allows for easy editing after generation. Dall-E is also one of the more creative programs we tested. You’ll need a ChatGPT Plus account to access the program – $20 per month – and note that OpenAI may use your content for model training. However, you can submit a request to stop training your data.

If you are looking for a free program, I recommend Leonardo AI. Canva recently acquired it, but you can still use it on their website. Leonardo offers a robust free plan with more editing tools behind the paywall and multiple artistic styles to choose from. It also offers a unique quick improvement tool that allows you to rewrite a simple idea and add details that lead to beautiful end results.

If your budget is really tight and you have no creative experience, check out Canva’s Magic Media generator. It is extremely intuitive and easy to navigate, which is ideal for beginners and non-creatives. Canva offers you 50 free image generation credits (that’s lifetime credits – you’ll need to upgrade to the paid Pro plan for more credits after you use up your free tier) and automatically excludes you from training its AI on your content.

Once you’ve selected your program, create an account and go to the Command Prompt window.

Step 2: Write your image prompt

Your best chance of success starts with a well-written prompt. Each prompt should include character basics, setting, other elements, and dimensions of the image. But to really hone in on the image you want, add descriptions of the artistic style you want to emulate, the aesthetic, the appeal, and the specific colors.

A gentle and peaceful scene of a cozy waterfront beach house. A gentle and peaceful scene of a cozy waterfront beach house.

Leonardo may not understand a prompt that asks for “Cottage Core Coastal Grandma,” but he does understand “rustic feel with blue tones and warm lighting.”

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AI image generators are rightly subject to limitations in terms of generation options. This is to prevent people from misusing these services to create illegal content and potentially dangerous or offensive content. For example, Dall-E 3 refuses to create images that mention public figures such as President Biden or Taylor Swift by name. Before generating, be sure to check your service’s security policies.

Prompt engineering – the process of writing the right prompt to get the desired results – is something you get better at with practice. It also varies between individual image generators. For example, Canva tends to perform better with simple prompts, while Dall-E recommends longer, more detailed prompts. The best way to get to know it is to play around with your program. You can also find more tips and tricks in my complete guide to image prompt engineering. Once you get the best prompt, you can continue generating it!

Step 3: Edit your images as needed

Even with the best generator, you’ll likely need to edit your images after they’re created. Depending on the service you use, you may have access to editing tools or the ability to request changes. Be careful when editing your images too much. I’ve found that services can only handle so many changes before the image becomes too wonky and ultimately unusable.

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Consider this image I took in Midjourney as a cautionary tale about what happens when you edit too much. Sometimes it’s best to start over.

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Post-generation editing tools are an area where AI services tend to shine or fail. If your service doesn’t offer them (or they don’t work particularly well), try editing your prompt instead of the image. In my experience, this gives you a better chance of success than trying to edit existing images incrementally.

Step 4: Give your images proper attribution

It is extremely important to label your images as AI-generated content. As AI image services improve, it is important that all creators clearly identify the origin of an image, particularly to distinguish it from human-made art and photography.

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In the bottom left corner, Meta AI watermarks all images generated by the AI.

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Some services automatically add a watermark or other marking indicating that it is AI generated, but too many do not, such as Dall-E, Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, Canva and Leonardo. If you share your image online, be sure to credit the AI ​​service you use in the caption, credit, and/or alt text. You can also add a disclaimer to your posts when sharing them on social media – Meta might flag them as AI content on Instagram and Facebook, but adding a line to your headline will help avoid confusion.

FAQ and other considerations

At the time of publication, using AI image generators is legal. However, when creating AI images, you should consider important legal and ethical considerations. Here are a few quick, frequently asked questions.

AI image services like Midjourney and Dall-E rely on existing content to create images. This content, either in a database or on the open web, is typically created by humans. Therefore, some creators and artists have serious concerns about the design and training of these programs. This has led to industry turmoil and some notable lawsuits, including an ongoing case against Stable Diffusion, an AI model used by popular generators.

If you’re concerned about using a service that could potentially mistreat creators, choose a service that clearly discloses how it trains its model. Some AI services rely on public databases such as Adobe Stock and Getty Images, where creators sign agreements with the companies to have their works included in these collections for specific uses. Adobe Firefly, for example, says it only uses content from its public Adobe Stock databases and images whose copyrights have expired. It also doesn’t train on your content.

As these AI services continue to develop, the associated legal and ethical principles will also change. If you want to create AI art on a regular basis, make sure you stay up to date with the latest requirements, which we cover in our AI Atlas guide.

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OU Football vs. Auburn live score updates from Sooners-Tigers in Week 5

OU Football vs. Auburn live score updates from Sooners-Tigers in Week 5

AUBURN, Ala. – OU football goes on the road for the first time this season as they take on Auburn at Jordan-Hare Stadium beginning at 2:30 p.m. on ABC.

After replacing Jackson Arnold just before halftime in last week’s loss to Tennessee, freshman Michael Hawkins Jr. will make his first career start.

The Sooners (3-1, 0-1) will be without several of their best offensive weapons, with wide receivers Nic Anderson, Deion Burks and Andrel Anthony all out in addition to long-term injuries to Jayden Gibson and Jalil Farooq.

The Tigers (2-2, 0-1) have had some quarterback issues of their own, with Payton Thorne expected to start against the Sooners after Hank Brown started in last week’s loss to Arkansas.

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Kentucky at Ole Miss – UK Athletics

Kentucky at Ole Miss – UK Athletics

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After beating Ohio 41-6 last week, Kentucky goes on the road for the first time this season and visits fifth-ranked Ole Miss at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Miss.

Kentucky scored two touchdown runs from Demie Sumo-Karngbaye in the win over Ohio. Wide receiver Dane Key caught seven passes for 145 yards, which was a career high. With the win, the Cats evened their season record at 2-2.

Ole Miss has won all four games and leads the nation in both offensive rating (55 ppg) and defense (5.0 ppg). Lane Kiffin’s Rebels also lead the nation in total offense, averaging 670.8 yards per game.

Cat Scratch: Cat defense must be focused and executed to slow rebels

Kentucky defensive coordinator Brad White knows he and his unit have a tough challenge ahead of them this weekend. The Cats face fifth-ranked Ole Miss, and the Rebels’ offense has been strong through four games, to say the least.

Ole Miss averages 55 points and 670 yards per game. They lead the nation in both categories. White knows the Cats will need to maintain their solid play from recent games as they face Ole Miss.

“It’s just another challenge, it’s another week. We’ll have a lot of them throughout the year,” White said. “The goal is focus, execution, throughout the exercise, in the meeting rooms, taking it out, unwavering commitment and pushing forward series after series. We did that against Georgia, and I think we executed that well against Ohio last week. We must continue to do that. I think the boys understand the challenge. If it’s 670 yards per game, 55 points, 420 through the air, 250 on the ground. They’ve got weapons everywhere, they’ve got a great offensive line, a quarterback that’s playing at a really, really elite level. We know we have to do our best.”

This will also be Kentucky’s first road game of the year and will feature an early kickoff. These are both things the Cats need to consider as they prepare… Read more

Kentucky vs. Ole Miss

The series
• Kentucky trails Ole Miss 30-14-1 in the series, including 9-2 at Oxford.
• Each of the last three meetings – 2017, 2020, 2022 – was a thriller decided by a total of 10 points.
• The Wildcats lost 22-19 to the Rebels in the last game between the two teams in 2022, also in Oxford.
• The Wildcats haven’t won at Oxford since a 24-17 triumph in 1978.

The ties
• Kentucky’s roster has a player from Magnolia State in defensive lineman Josaih Hayes (Horn Lake).
• Ole Miss’ roster includes one player from the Bluegrass State: Louisville transfer receiver Jordan Watkins (Louisville).

Through the numbers

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Times Kentucky beat Ole Miss at Oxford in 11 tries (1949 and 1978)

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Career interceptions for Maxwell Hairston, the most of any current British player

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Since 2020, the Cats have returned interceptions for touchdowns, the most in the FBS during that span

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Tackles for Zion Childress in three games, most on team

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Career receiving yards for Dane Key, which ranks 15th in UK history. Key needs 89 yards to break into the top 10 on this list.

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Crypto scammer swindles a Bay Area woman out of more than $1 million

Crypto scammer swindles a Bay Area woman out of more than  million

Crypto crime continues to explode, often targeting Americans through a worldwide network of criminals who don’t care whose lives they destroy. One victim, a working woman, was willing to talk about the financial devastation.

US savings and retirement accounts are prime targets because America is where the money is.

“It’s a personal drive for me that I don’t want this to happen to others,” said Mary, in her 60s and a professional who ensures her employer complies with all applicable laws, regulations and policies.

Over her life, she amassed a $1.2 million retirement fund, some of it to finance her son’s college education.

The money is gone now.

“It’s absolutely humiliating, devastating, I cried for weeks,” she said.

Mary was initially contacted through LinkedIn, Microsoft’s business and employment-focused social media platform with over one billion members worldwide.

Last March, Kenneth Ouyang, who claims in his professional LinkedIn post that he is a Google artificial intelligence and machine learning engineer, contacted Mary and told her he wanted to talk about AI in the context of her industry.

Ouyang said he wanted to discuss AI in the context of their industry.

“He’s very tech savvy,” she said.

Over several months, they built trust by discussing shared interests such as cooking and outdoor activities. They spoke on FaceTime and WhatsApp. Ouyang even sent a copy of his Seattle driver’s license.

Finally, he brought up his side business, cryptocurrency.

“I had concerns, but I thought, ‘Well, there is crypto in the industry. There are many apps. People do this. They channel money,’” Mary said.

He convinced Mary to give it a try by investing $1,000 in a platform called Xexbit.com. Almost immediately, she received $1,340 in cash back in her bank account.

Further transfers eventually depleted the pension fund, with Ouyang claiming he had co-invested with her. She says he even tried to convince her to take part in what appeared to be a multi-stage crypto Ponzi scheme to attract more investors, but refused.

Still, Mary said she was told she had amassed a $9 million profit. But to get it back, she would have to deposit another 10% into her account; Money she didn’t have.

“That didn’t happen. And they also gave a deadline that it would be due by September 7th,” she said.

Ouyang removed his LinkedIn post and disappeared with all her money. She is in contact with local police, the FBI and the IRS.

With her nest egg gone, she is now thinking about the rest of her life.

“I hesitated and went for it anyway,” Mary said.

Users who fall for carefully crafted crypto scams often harbor ill will toward LinkedIn because they believe they are dealing with reputable organizations and professionals.

Aware of this, LinkedIn told CNBC that increasing fraud resulted in the removal of 32 million fake, fake and fraudulent accounts last year.

Nonetheless, the Santa Clara District Attorney’s Cyber ​​Crimes Unit says social media needs to do a much better job of ridding its sites of scammers.

“Last year, $50 billion was stolen from ordinary Americans by transnational organized crime… the problem is sophisticated fraudsters who know who to target, how to target it, and how to target it in order to stealing everything,” said Santa Clara County Assistant District Attorney James Gibbons-Shapiro.

KTVU reached out to LinkedIn but did not receive a response for comment.

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Is Costco’s new chicken packaging making people sick?

Is Costco’s new chicken packaging making people sick?

“The old containers were much better.”

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Food safety is an important part of any retail store that offers ready-to-eat and hot foods.

But what happens when the storage method could have unintended consequences for customers?

A Costco shopper says he got sick multiple times after eating the wholesaler’s fried chicken.

In a video posted to TikTok that garnered over 583,000 views, nutritionist @thejacked.gentleman says he got sick twice after eating Costco’s packaged fried chicken.

He believes the chicken sitting in the plastic bag allows the bird to develop bacteria that will be transferred to it when consumed.

@thejacked.gentleman Costco “Chicken-in-a-Bag” made me sick twice the next day! I believe that if you let it cool on the counter before putting it in the fridge, bacteria will develop. The first day is fine, but after that I wouldn’t eat it again. #costco #costcobuys #costcochicken #foodpoisioning ♬ Original sound – TheJackedGentleman

“After I switched to chicken in a bag, I got sick twice,” he says in the video. “I don’t think it’s a problem on the first day. When you get it home, let it cool on the counter before putting it in the fridge. I think bacteria are developing.”

He continues: “In the old containers, the chicken used to stay above the juice and not just in the hot plastic juices laden with chemicals and bacteria. I don’t understand it anymore.”

The Daily Dot reached out to @thejacked.gentleman via TikTok direct message and Costco via a contact form about the video.

Has Costco changed its chicken packaging?

Yes. Earlier this year, Costco switched from using plastic clamshell packaging to thinner plastic bags for its fried chicken in an effort to reduce plastic usage and waste. Initially, customers complained that the bag was leaking and were concerned about not storing the bird in their refrigerators.

About the concerns

The poster’s summary that braising the chicken in its own juices might not be too far off. After customers reported leaks, Consumer Reports investigated whether the bags were safe. According to Consumer Reports, experts say that the leaking chicken liquid could itself become a breeding ground for bacteria if it gets onto a surface like a kitchen countertop.

There are also concerns that chemicals from the plastic bag packaging could leach into the chicken itself. Any type of heating over a long period of time can cause some plastic additives to leach into the packaged food and cause the plastic to decompose.

Viewers agree

Some who saw the video were quick to point out that there is plenty of opportunity for bacteria to grow in warm-prepared foods if stored improperly.

“Cooling on the counter allows bacteria to thrive,” one commenter wrote. “Straight into the fridge or an ice bath to cool down quickly.”

“In Australia… we’ve been eating chicken in a bag since I was a kid and I’m middle-aged,” another added. “It should also cool quickly…right in the fridge. They let it grow bacteria.”

“You don’t refrigerate on the counter, you take it out of the bag and put it in the fridge straight away,” said another.

Others shared that they also felt unwell after eating Costco rotisserie.

“No it’s the chicken, I felt sick the first time I tried it,” one commenter wrote. “Never had it again.”

“Wait, I got sick after eating the last Costco chicken I got so I haven’t bought any since,” one user reiterated. “I didn’t think it might just be the case.”

“To be honest, the last two times I also wondered if I had become ill. I thought it was just a coincidence and after watching this I’m even more convinced,” one commenter wrote.

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Watch Alabama vs Georgia game today: channel, time, streaming information

Watch Alabama vs Georgia game today: channel, time, streaming information

Alabama football opens SEC play Saturday night under the lights of Bryant-Denny Stadium.

The No. 4 Crimson Tide will host No. 1 Georgia in Tuscaloosa for the first time since 2020. Jalen Milroe and Alabama defeated the Bulldogs in their last meeting in the 2023 SEC Championship Game, ending Georgia’s quest for three consecutive College Football Playoff National Championship victories.

Overall, Alabama leads its series against the Bulldogs 43-26-4.

Entering 2024, Alabama has picked up wins over Western Kentucky, South Florida and Wisconsin, while Georgia defeated Clemson, Tennessee Tech and Kentucky.

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