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US Senator Rick Scott of Florida said Congress is not capable of regulating artificial intelligence, arguing lawmakers lack the technical understanding to oversee the fast-moving technology. The remark drew criticism from people who see it as lawmakers admitting defeat on oversight of a powerful industry, while others agreed that Congress has struggled to pass meaningful tech rules.
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Scott Alexander, writing on Astral Codex Ten, examines the use of artificial intelligence in childbirth, in a piece titled 'Our AI Midwife'. The essay considers how AI tools are being used to support women during pregnancy and delivery, and what that means for medical practice and trust in machines at one of life's most sensitive moments.
- 3Ukraine strikes Russian oil facilities in overnight attacks▼RE: https:// journa.host/@ScottLucas/117369 741891728959 # Ukraine forces reportedly strike oil facilities in # Russia '
Ukrainian forces reportedly struck two Russian oil facilities overnight: the Volgograd oil refinery and the Samara oil distribution station, with fires reported in both areas following the attacks. The strikes come as Ukraine continues targeting Russia's energy infrastructure, aiming to disrupt fuel supplies and revenues supporting Moscow's war effort.
- 4Wildlife expert Scott Craven to discuss deer at Coon Creek meeting●State wildlife expert Scott Craven to talk deer in the Driftless at Oct. 7 Coon Creek Watershed meeting
State wildlife expert Scott Craven will speak about deer in the Driftless Area at the Coon Creek Community Watershed meeting on October 7. The talk will focus on the role of deer in the Driftless region, which spans parts of Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois, as local residents gather to discuss watershed and land management issues.
- 5Git 3.0's SHA-256 default called a costly mistake●Git 3.0's upcoming SHA-256 default will be a costly mistake Article URL: https:// blog.gitbutler.com/git-3-sha-2 56 Comm
Scott Chacon of GitButler argues that Git 3.0's plan to make SHA-256 the default hash will be a costly mistake, contending the switch breaks compatibility with existing tooling and workflows. The essay has drawn attention on Hacker News, with commenters debating whether the migration is necessary now or risks unnecessary disruption across the ecosystem.
- 6Andrew Scott Stars in 'Sea Wall' Among October Off Broadway Picks●Andrew Scott in 'Sea Wall' and 26 Other Off Broadway Shows to See in October https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/01/theater/
The New York Times has published a guide to 27 Off Broadway shows worth seeing in October 2026, headlined by Andrew Scott performing in 'Sea Wall'. The roundup highlights the strength of New York's autumn theater season, with the Irish actor's solo performance drawing particular attention as the season's standout draw.
- 7Security breach at Mississippi's IHL disclosed days after it occurred▼Security breach at IHL affecting Office of Financial Aid occurred Monday, not Thursday when IHL made it known
A security breach at Mississippi's Institutions of Higher Learning affecting the Office of Financial Aid took place on a Monday, but the agency did not make it known until Thursday. Several Mississippi outlets, including the Charleston Sun-Sentinel, Scott County Times, Grenada Star and Star-Herald, are carrying the story, with attention focused on the three-day gap between the incident and the public disclosure.
- 8Scott Foley Joins Apple TV's 'Shrinking' for Season 4▼EXCLUSIVE: Scott Foley has joined the recurring cast of Apple TV’s ‘Shrinking’ for Season 4, joining series stars Jason Segel, Harrison Ford, and Jessica Williams. Foley will play a therapy patient, sources close to production say. More details here: https://dea
Scott Foley has joined the recurring cast of Apple TV's comedy 'Shrinking' for its fourth season, according to sources close to production. He will play a therapy patient, appearing alongside series stars Jason Segel, Harrison Ford, and Jessica Williams. The casting news comes as the hit series continues to build momentum for its next installment.
- 9Russian overnight strikes on Kyiv kill one civilian●RE: https:// journa.host/@ScottLucas/117369 741891728959 1 civilian murdered and 2 injured in overnight # Russia attacks
Russian attacks on Kyiv overnight killed one civilian and injured two others, according to reports citing damage to a 25-story residential building in the city's Darnytskyi district. Russian forces also reportedly struck the Southern Bridge. The attacks are part of the ongoing wave of overnight strikes on Ukrainian cities that continue to cause civilian casualties and damage to residential infrastructure.
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The Church Street Marketplace Commission in Burlington, Vermont, has reached out to Governor Phil Scott asking for state assistance. The public request centers on challenges facing the pedestrian marketplace district, though details of the specific aid sought were not disclosed in initial reports.
- 11Ewen-Campen and Scott resignations trigger Somerville special elections▼Ewen-Campen, Scott resignations to trigger special elections in Somerville
Two Somerville officials, Ewen-Campen and Scott, have resigned, setting off special elections to fill their seats. The Tufts Daily reports the resignations will trigger the special vote, though no further details on timing or reasons are provided. Local residents are likely watching for announcements on election dates and candidates.