Steelers coach Mike Tomlin expressed support for DK Metcalf after his two-game suspension, acknowledging the incident with a fan but not condoning the behavior, and highlighted the broader issue of volatile rhetoric in sports. The situation involves ongoing legal and disciplinary proceedings, with Metcalf's availability for the upcoming game uncertain.
A new report reveals that plastic producers have known for over 30 years that recycling is not a viable solution for plastic waste management, yet they have continued to promote it. The report, published by the Center for Climate Integrity, exposes internal documents and industry statements showing that the promotion of recycling was deceptive. The report suggests that the industry may have violated laws and misled the public about the effectiveness of recycling. As the plastic industry faces growing public scrutiny and legal action, advocates are calling for accountability and a shift in business practices to address the environmental impact of plastic production and disposal.
Tom Hanks is discussing with guilds, agencies, and legal firms to protect his face and voice as his intellectual property from AI and deepfake technology. He pointed out that anyone can now recreate themselves at any age using AI or deepfake technology, which poses both artistic and legal challenges. While synthetic media can technically feature late actors in new projects, it can never recreate the human nature of a living actor. Hanks will appear in Wes Anderson’s Asteroid City before his de-aged version in Here premieres in 2024.