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George County man gets 25 years for aggravated domestic violence, burglary charges
A George County man will spend 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to beating his girlfriend, burglary and auto burglary.
Brandon Chase Tanner, 37, pleaded guilty last week to aggravated domestic violence and the burglary charges.
Judge Dale Harkey sentenced Tanner to 20 years with 18 to serve for both the aggravated domestic violence and burglary of a dwelling charges and an additional 7 years for the auto burglary.
The aggravated domestic violence charge stemmed from an August 23, 2019 incident in which he beat his then girlfriend, Courtney Schouest, repeatedly…
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Duke University pilot project examining pros and cons of using artificial intelligence in college
SUMMARY: As generative AI tools like ChatGPT become widespread in academia, Duke University offers free access to ChatGPT-4 and launched DukeGPT, ensuring privacy and research support. Faculty responses vary: some, like professors Carlson and Engelhard, encourage AI use with transparency, viewing it as a learning aid, while others, especially in humanities, warn it may hinder critical thinking and self-expression. To counter misuse, some faculty have introduced oral presentations and in-class exams. Students find AI helpful for explanations and productivity but caution against over-reliance. The future role of AI in education remains debated, balancing benefits with risks to intellectual growth and academic integrity.
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‘Legend dairy’ man carries ice cream and dry ice up Colorado peak as treat for other hikers
SUMMARY: Over Labor Day weekend, hikers ascending Colorado’s Huron Peak, a 14,000-foot mountain, encountered an unexpected treat: a man dressed in an ice cream cone costume handing out frozen snacks from a 60-pound pack. The ice cream man quickly became a local legend, delighting tired climbers like Blaine and Katie Griffin and Christopher Whitestone’s children. Photos showed him relaxed with a beer, sunglasses, and a fake mustache, earning praise on social media for his stamina and spirit. Though the ice cream eventually ran out, his quirky gesture reminded hikers to enjoy the moment and have fun rather than just focusing on achievements.
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Marsquakes indicate a solid core for the red planet, just like Earth
SUMMARY: Scientists, using seismic data from NASA’s InSight lander, have discovered that Mars has a solid inner core composed mainly of iron and nickel, similar to Earth’s. The inner core extends about 380 miles (613 km) from the planet’s center and is surrounded by a larger liquid outer core reaching up to 1,100 miles (1,800 km). The study, led by Daoyuan Sun, suggests Mars’ core crystallization may still be ongoing. Despite these findings, questions remain about the core’s exact composition and structure. With InSight no longer operational, further seismic data is unavailable, limiting deeper understanding of Mars’ interior and magnetic history.
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