Billie Eilish was announced today as Apple Musics Artist of the Year, recognizing the singer-songwriters extraordinary impact throughout 2024.

Bluetti is offering incredible discounts up to 57% off of essential portable power station models and exclusive coupons during its Black Friday sales event. Don't miss out.Bluetti Black FridayWhether you're looking to upgrade an older home battery backup system or want to check out a new model for the first time, Bluetti has you covered. These giant batteries and inverters can keep your devices powered through any storm, on the road, or at the campsite, letting users go off grid.Bluetti specializes in whole home power backup systems and a range of portable power stations. They are a very compelling solution and utilize the latest features and technologies you'd expect from a premium portable power station brand. Continue Reading on AppleInsider

A new rumor suggests Apple wants to make Siri more conversational by making it use a large language model backend similar to ChatGPT and AI rivals, but it won't be ready until 2026.Siri could get an LLM backend in 2026When Apple was first rumored to be tackling artificial intelligence, one thing that was repeated often Apple would not release a chatbot. The idea that users would converse with Siri in the same way they did with ChatGPT was seemingly off the table for the launch.Since then, a lot has changed, and according to a report from Bloomberg, Apple has begun work on an LLM-based Siri that might debut in iOS 19 in early 2026. This report lines up with AppleInsider's earlier exclusive on Apple AI testing tools that point to Siri becoming more tied to Apple's AI features. Rumor Score: Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Alcove Nashville Residential Tower, Tennessee, USA, by global architecture firm Goettsch Partners: DeSimone Consulting Engineering wins recognition NCSEA for the structural design:https://www.e-architect.com/america/alcove-nashville-residential-tower#Alcove #Nashville #tower #Tennessee #USApartmentsAlcove Nashville Residential Tower, Tennessee, USA, designed by global architecture firm Goettsch Partners set to be the citys tallest

Nelson Atkins Museum of Art design competition shortlist news!https://www.e-architect.com/america/nelson-atkins-museum-of-art-design-competition-shortlist#nelsonatkinsmuseum #Missouri #architecture #architects #usaNelson Atkins Museum of Art design competition shortlist news, Kansas City, MO, USA - six finalist architecture teams through to the second stage of the international contest for vibrant space to host new creative, immersive and energizing experiences

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The six finalists vying for the chance to design an expansion of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City have been selected ahead of next springs winner announcement.The first stage of the competition, which we announced last month, attracted 182 entries from 30 different countries on six continents. The museums selection committee expanded the shortlist from five to six teams in recognition of their designs excellence. The finalists will next visit the museum for a detailed introduction before they begin working on concept designs over the next three months.The six lead firms for the expansion are:Kengo Kuma & Associates (Tokyo)Renzo Piano Building Workshop (Genoa)Selldorf Architects (New York)Studio Gang (Chicago)Weiss/Manfredi Architecture (New York) WHY Architecture (Los Angeles)

The historic Houston Astrodome could soon receive a $1 billion revival courtesy of Gensler.Plans for Vision: Astrodome from the Astrodome Conservancy called for the erection of four new smaller structures inside the stadium. An arching internal pedestrian boulevard comparable to the New York High Line then interjects itself as an elevated connector to the adjoining NRG Stadium and NRG Center venues.Image courtesy Astrodome ConservancyOfficially a 450,000-square-foot plan that will rejuvenate the facility (at one point known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World") into a retail and entertainment destination for Houstonians, the endeavor is being supported by favorable results from the Conservancy's 2020 public engagement survey.Image courtesy Astrodome ConservancyIf approved, the 86% majority of Harris County residents will get their wish in the form of the retail, office, cultural, hospitality, other commercial, and food/beverage offerings lining the selection of redeveloped spaces...

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