Meggie
@Meggie
449 posts
Joined on 26 Mar 2018
Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Clarissa
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6 months ago
A day to believe cricket is not just an American Dream
Jun 6, 2024, 09:13 PM ETSaurabh Netravalkar moved to the United States in 2015. He was 23 and had accepted a difficult reality. He wasn't going to be a professional cricketer."It was a very emotional call," Netravalkar said in an interview last year. "I packed my bags and...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Clarissa
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6 months ago
Americans Celebrate Shock Win Over Pakistan in Cricket World Cup
The U.S. cricket team toppled Pakistan, a powerhouse of the sport, in a stunning upset at the Men’s T20 World Cup in Dallas on Thursday.The U.S., which is co-hosting the tournament with the West Indies, were given just a 7% chance of winning by some bookmakers before the ...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Giles
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6 months ago
Network of X users smears politicians with deepfake clips
Labour’s Wes Streeting among victims of deepfake smear network on X 1 day agoBy Marianna Spring, BBC disinformation and social media correspondentReform UK leader Nigel Farage and Labour's Wes Streeting were targeted with deepfake clipsA doctored video of Labour's Wes St...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Gregoria
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6 months ago
India's once-hot startup Byju's was valued at $22 billion. Now, HSBC and BlackRock say it's worth...
In another blow to education tech giant Byju's, investor BlackRock says its stake in the once-hot company is worth nothing.In 2022, the education tech company said it raised $800 million at a $22 billion valuation.BlackRock was the first investor to publicly signal the co...continued
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Moises
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6 months ago
David Boaz, RIP
David Boaz, longtime executive vice president at the Cato Institute, died this week at age 70 in hospice after a battle with cancer. Boaz was born in Kentucky in 1953 to a political family, with members holding the offices of prosecutor, congressman, and judge. He ...continued
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Ismael
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6 months ago
USA Upsets Pakistan at 2024 T20 Cricket World Cup; Lead Group A, Eye Knockout Bracket
ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty ImagesThe United States continued an impressive run in the T20 World Cup on Thursday, securing an improbable upset victory over Pakistan.After opening up the tournament with a dominant win over Canada by seven wickets on Saturday, t...continued
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Alexie
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6 months ago
Shein wants to sell the supply-chain tech it used to disrupt online shopping. Retail experts say ...
Shein plans to sell its supply-chain technology to other retailers.The strategy could help grow its revenue, but experts say the brand's reputation may be an obstacle.This article is part of "The Future of Supply-Chain Management," a ser...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Cyril
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6 months ago
Integrating AI CodeGen with Low Code Application Development
This is a demo showing Solvent-Lowcodr working with AI Code generation (ChatGPT) to build web apps in a low code fashion. This demo uses Vuetify Component Library.This is the first in a series showing various ways that AI CodeGen and low code can be combined in Solvent-Lo...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Alvah
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6 months ago
The Next Godzilla/Kong Movie Has Found a Surprising New Director
Image: Warner Bros.House of the Dragon’s Matt Smith and Rings of Power’s Morfydd Clark get into some creepy tree business for Starve Acre. Doctor Who shows off some feathery new aliens from its latest episode. Plus, when to expect the return of Daryl and Carol in their Wa...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Alvah
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6 months ago
Nendo House My Football Kit is an airless ball you can assemble
While I’m a huge football fan (soccer to our friends in the U.S), I’ve never had the desire to actually play it. One of the reasons is the few times I’ve tried kicking a ball around, I always feel like I hurt my foot because the balls are just too hard. If there was proba...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Angus
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6 months ago
Trump’s Personality Cult Plays a Part in His Political Appeal
Trump’s Personality Cult Plays a Part in His Political AppealPersonality measures suggest Donald Trump exerts a cult of personality over his followers, people who are psychologically susceptible to his appeal. This could help explain how he has succeeded in U.S. politic...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Maureen
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6 months ago
Longlegs’ director on what the horror movie’s viral marketing campaign is hiding
If you’ve seen anything about Longlegs, from its cryptic teasers to its spooky trailer, you probably know it’s an upcoming horror movie about a serial killer played by Nicolas Cage. You also probably don’t know much else. The trailer has elements that certainly feel rec...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Marlon
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6 months ago
If You Build It (a Cricket Stadium on Long Island), Will They Come?
Late last year, it was announced that New York would host a handful of cricket’s T20 World Cup games, in June. One thing was missing: a venue. Since then, a nearly thirty-four-thousand-seat temporary stadium has been under construction on a weedy field in Eisenhower Park,...continued
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Raoul
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6 months ago
Guilty Trump says 'real verdict' will be on election day
A Manhattan jury found Donald Trump guilty of falsifying business records to cover up a hush money payment to Stormy Daniels, making him the first US president to be convicted of a felony. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider s...continued
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George
@George -
6 months ago
Xi wants to boost trade and investment between Europe and China. It won't be easy.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping is in Europe, trying to charm his way to more trade, investments, and influence in France, Serbia, and Hungary.Despite the pomp and hype over Xi's trip, European firms in China say they aren't quite convinced about their prospects in the country,...continued
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Felicita
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6 months ago
Law enforcement on alert for upcoming Cricket World Cup in New York
The upcoming Cricket World Cup in Nassau County, New York, along with associated events in New York City, could be viewed by extremists as "an attractive opportunity to perpetrate acts of violence or disruption," according to a new assessment by the NYPD Intel Bureau."Rec...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
LK Callum
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6 months ago
What art galleries in London are free?
London is a city renowned for its rich cultural tapestry, boasting a plethora of art galleries in London that showcase everything from classical masterpieces to contemporary installations. For art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike, one of the most appealing aspects of...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Wilmer
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6 months ago
What Use is Prehistory to the Historian?
‘The distinction between history and prehistory has been dissolving for some time’Jim Secord is Emeritus Professor of History and Philosophy of Science at the University of CambridgeIn Christian Europe, until the beginning of the 19th century, the key marker in the early ...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Caitlin Austin
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6 months ago
The Fascinating History of Gambling and Exploring Non-UK Slot Sites
Gambling has been a part of human culture since ancient times, reflecting both the thrill of chance and the desire for rewards. The history of gambling is rich and varied, evolving from rudimentary dice games in ancient civilizations to the sophisticated online platforms ...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
martechcubejohn
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6 months ago
Sean Nolan, CEO and Co-Founder of Blink - AITech Interview
Sean, can you introduce yourself to our audience and share the inspiration behind founding Blink?I’m Sean and I am the co-founder and CEO of Blink, the super-app for frontline workers. Blink brings all the benefits of digital connection to the frontline worker – bringing ...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
mikfold
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6 months ago
Run 3 Online
You can play run 3 immediately even if you don't have Flash installed because it is accessible in HTML5 format. An intriguing new edition of the game with different areas and a really straightforward core objective awaits players. In this bizarre passage, you must travel ...continued
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Meggie
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6 months ago
Civil war, a president and Frankenstein - a history of cricket in USA
Exploring cricket's roots in the United States, and why the future could be bright for the sport heading into the men's T20 World Cup.
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
LK Callum
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6 months ago
What is the main London gallery?
The main London gallery, if we're talking about prominence, influence, and historical significance, is a matter of debate and interpretation shaped by several factors: institutional history, collection size, international reputation, and impact on the art world.London, a ...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Elaina
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6 months ago
Despite first-round exit, Nadal's legacy at the French Open remains unparalleled
Tom Hamilton, Senior WriterMay 27, 2024, 01:04 PM ETClose• Joined ESPN in 2011• Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours• Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018 PARIS -- THE CHEERS and shouts of "Vamos Ra...continued
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Meggie upvoted the following post 6 months ago:
Randall Lewis
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6 months ago
Self Drive Car Rental San Francisco Airport
San Francisco International Airport,is not just a place where planes land and take off. It's also a gateway to a whole world of adventure and exploration.Just outside of San Francisco, visitors can explore the natural beauty of the Bay Area. Head north to Marin County and...continued
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