This is an experiment in using an LLM to catergorize news articles. Below are the latest articles from various news sources, categorized by topic.
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2024-10-22 03:00:00
Early Voting and Voter Turnout
With just two weeks until Election Day, over 15 million voters have already cast their ballots, highlighting the growing popularity of early voting. However, it is difficult to determine any partisan advantage from the early voting data so far.
⭘ With two weeks to go until voting closes on Election Day, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Harris made two separate but equally important pitches to Republicans on the campaign trail Monday.
⭘ What you need to know about the races, issues and decisions being made in your community.
Criminal Justice and Prison Reform
The UK government is planning to release over 1,100 prisoners early to ease overcrowding, excluding those convicted of serious crimes. Meanwhile, a UK police officer was found not guilty of murdering a Black man during a vehicle stop.
⬤ Robert Roberson, whose execution was postponed last week, had been subpoenaed to appear before a committee of the State House. A juror from his trial says she now believes he is innocent.
Israel-Gaza Conflict and Lebanon
The conflict between Israel and Gaza continues, with Israel targeting Hezbollah's financial operations in Lebanon and claiming Hezbollah is hiding millions in a hospital bunker. The UN Secretary-General's planned visit to Russia has also angered Ukraine.
⭘ Secretary general did not immediately confirm trip which Ukrainian foreign ministry says 'damages UN reputation'; two dead in Zaporizhzhia attack. What we know on day 972
Urban Renewal and Environmental Issues
Cities across the US are working to revitalize their urban rivers, which have suffered from pollution and neglect. Meanwhile, a dock collapse in Georgia has highlighted the challenges faced by the Gullah Geechee community.
⭘ As nations meet in Colombia to confront species and ecosystem loss, the onus is on the global north to put science and collaboration at the heart of the issue
Campaigns and Elections
With two weeks until Election Day, the presidential race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris remains tight, with both candidates aggressively courting key voting blocs like Christian and low-wage workers. Liz Cheney has also emerged as an unexpected ally for Harris.
⬤ As the pair campaigned together in suburban areas of battleground states, the Republican former congresswoman served as Ms. Harris's ambassador to conservative women.
⭘ McDonald's said it is not endorsing a presidential candidate after Trump's visit to one of its restaurants.
International Affairs and Geopolitics
North Korea has reportedly sent troops to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine, further complicating the conflict. Meanwhile, Moldova narrowly approved a referendum to pursue EU membership, despite allegations of Russian interference.
⬤ South Korea has urged Russia to take "immediate" action to withdraw North Korean troops, as Kim Jong Un seeks to strengthen the alliance between Moscow and Pyongyang.
⭘ Moldova voted in favor of adding a path to the European Union to its constitution, and gave the incumbent president the most votes in elections Sunday, but neither result was the win leaders wanted.
⬤ U.N. Security Council Resolution 1701 was intended to create a buffer zone between Israel and Hezbollah. Here's a look at why it didn't and what lies ahead in efforts to end the conflict in Lebanon.
Sports and Entertainment
The 2024 World Series will feature a highly anticipated matchup between the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers, two of baseball's most iconic franchises. In the WNBA, players are pushing for higher pay as the league experiences record-breaking viewership.
⭘ It's hard to envision a more star-studded and magnetic World Series matchup than this one — both a throwback to when baseball reigned supreme in the U.S. while also showcasing the greatest talents in the game today.
⭘ Record-breaking TV ratings helped the WNBA secure a more lucrative media rights deal this year. Now, the players' union has opted out of its contract, a move aimed at better salaries and benefits.
⭘ Is duty of care to musicians, particularly young artists, being addressed in the music industry?
Business and Finance
The stock market has seen some volatility recently, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average snapping a three-day winning streak. Meanwhile, Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson has defended the company's recent $1.75 billion capital raise, and Liberty Media has become a major player in the global sports industry.
⭘ Peter Rawlinson said the raise was a timely, strategic business decision to ensure the EV maker has enough capital for its ongoing operations and growth plans.
⭘ As global lockdowns began in 2020, sports fans surged online and Liberty Media had a chance to realize Chairman John Malone's vision.
Technology and Innovation
The use of artificial intelligence and robotics is expanding in various industries, from healthcare to art. Qualcomm is revamping its mobile phone chips to be more powerful for AI tasks, while Meta is restarting its facial recognition technology to combat scams.
⭘ Three years after Meta shut down facial recognition software on Facebook amid a groundswell of privacy and regulator pushback, the social media giant said on Tuesday it is testing the service again as part of a crackdown on "celeb bait" scams.
Health and Wellness
The healthcare industry is exploring new ways to detect and manage various health conditions. Breast cancer screenings may also provide insights into a person's risk for heart disease, while the first sickle cell gene therapy patient has been discharged from the hospital.
⭘ Breast x-rays, better known as mammograms, are typically used to detect breast cancer. But the pictures also show whether arteries in the breast have calcified.
⬤ After 44 days, Kendric Cromer, 12, left the hospital. While his family feels fortunate that he was the first to receive a treatment, their difficult experiences hint at what others will be up against.
⭘ Andrea Byrne says she felt her husband would be "better off" without her during fertility treatment.
Environmental Challenges and Conservation
The global biodiversity crisis is a major concern, with nations set to meet in Colombia for the COP16 summit. Experts argue that science and collaboration must be at the forefront of efforts to protect endangered species and ecosystems. Meanwhile, the Canary Islands are grappling with the impacts of overtourism.
⭘ The United Nations effort to achieve "harmony" with the natural world kicks off in Colombia this week. Recent reports show there's a lot of work to do to achieve that goal.
⭘ Hawaii's native tree snails, known as the "jewels of the forest," are rapidly disappearing. Some of the most imperiled only live in human care now, safeguarded 24 hours a day.
⭘ Thousands of residents took to the streets this weekend to campaign against overtourism. And they aren't the only ones bemoaning an influx of holidaymakers
Personal Narratives and Experiences
The articles highlight personal stories and experiences, from an Australian expat writer grappling with her changing connection to her homeland, to actor Andrew Garfield's emotional discussion of grief on Sesame Street.
