Dramatic shots of a peregrine falcon in pursuit of a butterfly, a vulture's grim feast on a black bear, and a penguin's surfing adventure have claimed top honors at the Bird Photographer of the Year 2024 competition. Now in its ninth year, the contest not only celebrates the splendor of avian life but also sheds light on the challenges birds face in a human-dominated world.

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In a historic decision, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park has returned its highest peak to its original Cherokee name, Kuwohi, over 150 years after it was named for a Confederate general. The US Board of Geographic Names voted in favor of changing the name from Clingmans Dome to Kuwohi, which translates to "mulberry place" in Cherokee, following a request from the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.

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Rome is considering restrictions on visitor access to the iconic Trevi Fountain to manage overcrowding and preserve the historical site.

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Apple has sparked excitement among its fanbase with the preview of its "Apple Intelligence" AI system earlier this year. The company is now poised to demonstrate the practical application of this technology. Scheduled for its annual hardware showcase, which begins on Monday at 1 p.m. ET, Apple is expected to debut the inaugural series of iPhones specifically tailored for generative AI capabilities, allowing for the creation of text and images. The live event can be viewed here.

Nvidia's Stock Slide Threatens the Luster of Its 'Golden Handcuffs' Compensation Model

Investors are closely watching the upcoming US jobs report, which could influence the Federal Reserve's decision on interest rate cuts and provide insights into the health of the job market and economy amid signs of inflation easing and market volatility.