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Zig has put its foot down: No AI code allowed.The open-source programming language is maintained by a 501(c)(3) and a network of contributors. Any programmer can submit code to its repository — so long as they follow a code of conduct.One of Zig’s rules bans the submission of AI-assisted code.…
Southwest Airlines is rethinking a policy that upset some travelers earlier this year.Last week, the airline quietly updated its “customer of size” policy for passengers who may need an extra seat.”On flights where adjacent seats are available, our Agents at the airport are empowered to provide an additional seat at…
Hollywood has been struggling to compete with YouTube for years.Now it’s trying a new strategy: hiring YouTubers. The early results look promising.This weekend, “Backrooms,” a moody horror movie based on an internet meme, looks like it could bring in astonishing $60 million at the box office — which means it…
The order in which you withdraw money from your retirement accounts could cost, or save, you tens of thousands of dollars over the course of your retirement. While most retirees follow the conventional wisdom of tapping taxable accounts first and saving Roth accounts for last, this seemingly logical approach can…
Secret Service code names are among the worst-kept secrets in Washington.Though they’re intended for internal use, the monikers agents use to communicate about the first family’s security quickly become public through government filings, leaks to news outlets, or when agents are overheard at public events.Since new technology has enabled security…
Micron crossed $1 trillion in market value this week, a milestone that would have sounded absurd to most investors even a few years ago. The memory-chip business has long been one of the cruelest corners of tech: brutal booms followed by catastrophic busts.I’ve covered this story before. Back in 2017,…
Key takeaways Getting preapproved for a mortgage before you start looking for an agent can help inform your decision. A referral from a trusted friend or family member is very helpful, but it’s still smart to do your own research. Look for someone with solid experience in the specific location…
Claiming a dependent on your tax return can unlock meaningful savings, but the rules around who qualifies are more nuanced than many people realize. Whether you’re supporting a child, an aging parent, or another family member, understanding the IRS requirements and the benefits tied to dependency status can make a…
Reid Hoffman is accusing President Donald Trump of retaliation.The LinkedIn cofounder and Democratic donor responded on Friday to reports that the Justice Department is investigating issues tied to his financial support for E. Jean Carroll’s litigation against Trump, calling the scrutiny “absurdly false” and accusing the president of using the…
If the Department of Homeland Security follows through on a threat to yank customs agents from major airports housed in sanctuary cities, industry watchers say fliers would face travel chaos that would make long TSA lines look like child’s play.Airlines would be forced to redraw route maps on the fly…
