LinkedIn Introduces ‘Zip,’ a New Thinking Game with Improved User Features
04 Apr

LinkedIn Introduces ‘Zip,’ a New Thinking Game with Improved User Features

Small business
​ LinkedIn has announced the release of its fifth thinking-oriented game, Zip, marking another addition to its growing collection of games designed to foster connection and engagement among users. Zip is available to play starting today. The announcement comes nearly a year after LinkedIn Games first launched, and according to the company, user engagement has remained high. “84% of people who play today will play again tomorrow, and 80% will still be playing a week from now,” LinkedIn reported. LinkedIn states that the games have become “a fun and valuable way to strengthen connections, spark conversations, and encourage friendly competition…
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IRS Alerts 12 States’ Disaster Victims About May 1 Tax Deadline
04 Apr

IRS Alerts 12 States’ Disaster Victims About May 1 Tax Deadline

Small business
​ The Internal Revenue Service issued a reminder Thursday that individuals and businesses in certain disaster-declared areas have until May 1, 2025, to file their 2024 federal income tax returns and make tax payments. The automatic extension applies to taxpayers in parts of twelve states affected by federally declared disasters in 2024. The IRS emphasized that taxpayers do not need to contact the agency to receive this relief. “If a taxpayer’s address of record is in a disaster area locality, individual and business taxpayers automatically get the extra time without having to ask for it,” the IRS stated. Who Qualifies…
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Create an AI Q&A bot for webpages using open source models
04 Apr

Create an AI Q&A bot for webpages using open source models

AI
In today’s information-rich digital landscape, navigating extensive web content can be overwhelming. Whether you’re researching for a project, studying complex material, or trying to extract specific information from lengthy articles, the process can be time-consuming and inefficient. This is where an AI-powered Question-Answering (Q&A) bot becomes invaluable. This tutorial will guide you through building a practical AI Q&A system that can analyze webpage content and answer specific questions. Instead of relying on expensive API services, we’ll utilize open-source models from Hugging Face to create a solution that’s: Completely free to use Runs in Google Colab (no local setup required) Customizable…
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Detecting Gas Leaks: Essential Tips for Homeowners and Renters
04 Apr

Detecting Gas Leaks: Essential Tips for Homeowners and Renters

Real Estate
Natural gas is used in homes throughout the U.S., most commonly in stoves and water heaters. They’re a popular and energy-efficient chemical that can help reduce your carbon footprint and increase your home’s value. In fact, homes with gas hookups tend to sell for more than those without.  While natural gas is generally safe when properly used and maintained, leaks can occur and pose serious health and safety risks. Other gasses can cause problems as well, including propane, radon, and refrigerants. Additionally, burning natural gas produces carbon monoxide (CO), which can be deadly in enclosed spaces. Household gas leaks are…
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