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China has introduced a new talent visa to attract foreign professionals, especially those with science and technology degrees, as the US tightens H-1B visa policies with increased fees, prompting xenophobic reactions.
Google is acquiring Windsurf, an AI coding startup, for $2.4 billion to enhance its AI capabilities and talent pool, focusing on agentic coding and its Gemini platform, amid fierce competition in the AI talent war. The deal includes licensing rights and the integration of Windsurf's leadership into Google's DeepMind division, reflecting Google's strategic push in AI innovation.
The Spurs' summer league team secured a close 90-88 victory over the Warriors without their lottery picks, showcasing promising talent like Jones-Garcia and Nelson Jr., and highlighting potential future roster players and areas for development. The team demonstrated strong shooting and defensive skills, with players like Moore and Osifo making notable contributions, setting the stage for upcoming games and training camp considerations.
Arnold Schwarzenegger discusses nepotism, emphasizing that talent and hard work are key to overcoming perceptions of nepotism, with Patrick Schwarzenegger acknowledging his family's support and his own efforts to work hard.
Shiloh Jolie-Pitt's choreographer, Keelan Carter, praised her exceptional dance talent and dedication, emphasizing that she does not rely on her famous parents' names to achieve her goals. Both Keelan and Brad Pitt have expressed admiration for Shiloh's dancing skills and sincerity.
Los Angeles Angels' new manager Ron Washington called a team meeting after the team's rough start to the 2024 season, emphasizing the long year ahead and the need to stay focused. The Angels, who have struggled to improve their roster and have lost Shohei Ohtani to the Dodgers, are not projected to be competitive, with Baseball Prospectus' PECOTA forecast model pegging them for just 72 victories.
Caitlin Clark, the Iowa basketball superstar, could have been a soccer superstar as well, as revealed by her early soccer days where she displayed incredible talent and scoring ability. Her father believes she could have been just as good in soccer as she is in basketball. Clark's soccer skills, including anticipation, creativity, physicality, and passing angles, have translated into her basketball prowess, making her a force to be reckoned with on the court. Despite her success in basketball, her soccer background has played a significant role in shaping her as an athlete.
Rumors in the pro wrestling world include speculation about Triple H's knowledge of WrestleMania 40 plans, Mercedes Moné's AEW debut, WWE's internal reaction to Ashley Massaro's story, controversy surrounding Scott D'Amore's firing from TNA, and Giulia delaying her WWE start to help launch a new promotion with former Stardom booker Rossy Ogawa.
Professional drummer Kaz Rodriguez participated in Drumeo’s challenge where he listened to a song he'd never heard before, without the drums, and then played it. He took on a Primus song, known for its complexity, and delivered an impressive performance. This challenge has gained popularity with other renowned drummers like Chad Smith from the Red Hot Chili Peppers, showcasing their exceptional talent and leaving music fans in awe.
Tom Selleck fondly remembers his time on the set of Friends and his friendship with Matthew Perry, praising Perry as the most talented of the cast. Selleck recalls their bond and the camaraderie among the actors, highlighting the absence of ego and the appreciation for their success. He also reminisces about filming an episode with Perry and the rest of the cast.
WWE is reportedly considering including talent from other wrestling companies in the Royal Rumble matches, with recent interpromotional relationships and discussions indicating a potential shift towards collaboration with promotions, particularly in Japan. This move follows previous instances of cross-promotional involvement and signals a potential opening of WWE to working with outside companies, as seen in recent interactions with AJPW and the involvement of third-party consultants in brokering deals.
Ruby Leigh impresses her coach Reba McEntire on The Voice with a stunning rendition of Reba's own song, bringing both Reba and fellow coach Gwen Stefani to tears. The coaches rave about the exceptional talent on this season of the show, with Niall Horan describing Ruby as "insane." The Voice airs on NBC.
Professional dancer Tom Boettcher showcases his incredible talent for imitating marionette puppet movements in a mesmerizing video. His precision and fluidity make it hard to believe that his movements are real. The video, accompanied by old-timey music, adds to the effect and captivates viewers.
A fan-made trailer for GTA 6 created by 12th Hour has garnered over 4 million views on YouTube. The trailer, which showcases the creator's talent and imagination, has been praised by fans as "absolutely incredible." While Rockstar Games remains tight-lipped about the highly anticipated game, fans are eagerly consuming content like this trailer in the absence of official updates. The success of 12th Hour's projects raises the question of whether a publisher will soon recognize their talent and offer them a professional opportunity.
Carly Waddell, a former classmate of Lady Gaga at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, revealed on a podcast that Gaga used to annoy her and their classmates by playing the piano and singing loudly during lunch breaks. Waddell also mentioned that Gaga had a flair for outlandish style and was talented in her own music. Despite not being a fan at the time, Waddell acknowledges Gaga's genius and believes they both dropped out of the program because they were unhappy with it.