Friday Notes for September 13th, 2024
The Uristocrat Headlines for Friday, September 13th, 2024. This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores what we are reading as it relates to cultural stories of the day.
This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores what we are reading as it relates to cultural stories of the day.
Africa
U.S. Supports Africa’s Bid for U.N. Security Council Seats, With a Catch
The announcement provides U.S. support to permanent council seats for African nations, though not new veto powers. But the path to adding members requires far more than White House approval.
Culture
The Hidden Meanings in Kendrick Lamar’s “Watch the Party Die”
Cole Cuchna dissects Kendrick’s new song and theorizes about whether a new album will be coming soon—possibly as soon as Friday the 13th
New York City
The N.Y.P.D. Commissioner Resigned
Sports
Tua Tagovailoa Suffers Yet Another Concussion in the Dolphins-Bills Game
In the third quarter of ‘Thursday Night Football,’ Tagovailoa suffered a head injury and left the game. It was a frightening sight for all—especially given Tagovailoa’s concussion history—and it raises questions about where he goes from here.
Technology
Oprah just had an AI special with Sam Altman and Bill Gates — here are the highlights
Late Thursday evening, Oprah Winfrey aired a special on AI, appropriately titled “AI and the Future of Us.” Guests included OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, tech influencer Marques Brownlee, and current FBI director Christopher Wray. The dominant tone was one of skepticism — and wariness.
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