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Twitch recently confirmed it will use streamers' content to train its generative AI models. The Amazon-owned platform is automatically opting all users in to the feature. And in the most predictable turn of events possible: the move has not gone over well, to put it mildly. Within hours of Twitch's announcement, nearly 14,000 people had upvoted a comment on the company's support forum demanding the platform make the setting opt-in and not opt-out. "We as creators should have the choice whether to use AI or not on our channels," it said. The post has thousands of comments echoing the sentiment, many of which did so in more forceful terms. Read more: 10 underrated Apple Watch features you can set up in minutes How to opt out Screenshot via Twitch The bit of good news here is that users can opt out of this setting, even though it's enabled by default. Users can opt out from the web via their account settings by clicking on your avatar (towards the top right of your screen) and heading to Settings > Security and Privacy and scrolling down to "Training for Generative AI." You can also access the menu directly here. Likewise, in Twitch's mobile

India’s festive shopping journey is becoming less about a single Diwali-led purchase moment and more about an extended cycle of discovery, discussion and decision-making, according to new research by GWI and Snapchat. The study, based on 1,008 Gen Z internet users in India, finds that while creators and content continue to influence product discovery, purchase decisions are increasingly shaped by conversations with friends and family. Seven in 10 Gen Z consumers say creator content helps them discover products. But when it comes to making the final decision, 63% share products with friends or family before purchasing, while 76% say instant feedback from people they trust makes them more confident about their purchase decisions. Four in 10 actively seek opinions or advice before buying. The findings point to a more fragmented purchase journey, where a consumer may discover a product through a creator or social content but turn to their inner circle before deciding whether to actually buy it. For marketers, this means the traditional awareness-to-consideration-to-conversion funnel is becoming less linear, with influence moving between public content and private conversations. Gen Z is planning for festive shopping earlier The research also challenges the idea of Diwali as the singular peak of

The inspection helicopter over Levittown on Wednesday. Credit: Tom Sofield/LevittownNow.com A low-flying helicopter contracted by PECO to inspect its infrastructure will be over the area this week. Advertisements On Tuesday, the Aérospatiale AS 355F2 Écureuil 2 helicopter owned by inspection company Catalysis Aviation flew over the Levittown area, including Bristol Township, Falls Township, Middletown Township, and Tullytown Borough. Additional inspections in Lower Bucks County are planned for Wednesday. PECO officials said the chopper may hover briefly when inspectors need to take a closer look at electrical equipment. Advertisements The low-flying helicopter drew attention on the ground and on social media as it flew over. “The inspections help identify potential issues and support the safe and reliable operation of the electric system,” said PECO spokesperson Candice Womer. Advertisements PECO uses contracted helicopters as part of its system-wide infrastructure improvement program. Earlier this year, separate crews used helicopters to work on overhead lines in Levittown. Report a correction via email | Editorial standards and policies Tom Sofield Tom Sofield has covered news in Bucks County for 16 years for both newspaper and online publications. Tom’s reporting has appeared locally, nationally, and internationally across several mediums. He is proud to report on news in the

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BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (WTVF) — Eight months after the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirmed a criminal investigation into Gasser Property Management, residents of Brentwood's Williams Grove subdivision are dealing with a crumbling historic clubhouse — and no money to fix it. The Williams Grove Subdivision is described by those who live there as beautiful and pristine, which is what makes the historic clubhouse stand out as an eyesore. "It's terrible, it's terrible," HOA President Kim Lopez said. Lopez says the problems began in 2020, when Gasser Property Management began ignoring basic maintenance and left bills unpaid. The clubhouse continued to deteriorate — and so did the neighborhood's finances. "Our account was negative when we discovered the money was gone," Lopez said. Lopez declined to say exactly how much money was lost while insurance claims are still pending. The TBI is also still investigating Gasser and its owner, Emery Gasser. Lopez says it could cost more than a million dollars to repair the original white frame farmhouse — money the HOA does not have.  » Read More

What This Story Is About A former ORNL employee has been sentenced to more than 19 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to sexually exploiting two teenage girls online. Why It Matters The case highlights the ongoing dangers minors face from online predators on popular social media platforms like Snapchat. What Happens Next Following his 19-year prison sentence, Worrall will be deported back to the United Kingdom and subject to lifetime supervised release. For Context Court documents show that in July 2025, Worrall used Snapchat to contact two 17-year-old girls, coercing both into sending him explicit photos and videos. Catch Up On Feb. 12, Worrall pleaded guilty to one count of sexual exploitation of a child and one count of production of child pornography as part of a joint plea agreement with the Eastern District of Tennessee and the District of South Carolina. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The former nuclear energy program director for the Oak Ridge National Laboratory has been sentenced to almost 20 years in federal prison for the sexual exploitation of children, according to the United States Department of Justice. On Aug. 12, U.S. District Judge Thomas Varlan sentenced Andrew Worrall, 56, to 235 months in

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COLIN KOPKA/ Purdue Athletics WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - Purdue's season opener against Evansville will now have a 10:00 a.m. est start time due to inclement weather. This will be the first official game of the season for both teams and the sixth meeting in the all-time series where Purdue leads 4-1. For more on the Purdue soccer team, visit PurdueSports.com/Soccer and follow and connect with the Boilermakers at @PurdueSoccer on Twitter/X, Instagram and Facebook.

UND Insider 8/12/2026 4:50:00 PM | By: Sydney Smith, FightingHawks.com North Dakota vs Minnesota St. Paul, Minn. (Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium) Date: Thursday, August 13 Time: 7 p.m.   North Dakota vs Green Bay Grand Forks, N.D. (Bronson Field) Date: Sunday, August 16 Time: Noon   GRAND FORKS, N.D. – Regular season soccer competition will be officially underway for the Fighting Hawks as they split the opening weekend between road and home games to take on Minnesota and Green Bay.   It all begins in St. Paul as the Fighting Hawks face the Golden Gophers on Thursday at 7 p.m. at Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium. It marks the fourth-ever meeting between the two teams and the third-ever meeting in the series on the road for UND. Minnesota has won each of the previous three contests, including two on its home field. A livestream of the contest will be available through Big Ten Plus.   North Dakota will then return home for its Sunday afternoon match against Green Bay at 1 p.m. at Bowden Field. It will serve as the sixth-ever meeting between the Phoenix and the Fighting Hawks and the third-ever meeting on home field. UND remains 0-5-0 overall in the

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - - Belmont University Athletics announced Wednesday a year-long celebration of its 75th anniversary season, presented by Diamond Cellar.   Programming will include features spotlighting the cornerstone student-athletes, coaches, and administrators who helped Belmont emerge from developing NAIA program to a respected national fixture within NCAA Division I.   Betty Wiseman , Rick Byrd, Jamie Tillman, and Mike Strickland are among the Bruin legends to be profiled.   Belmont University Athletics will celebrate the defining moments and landmark victories in program history – including NCAA Tournament victories across numerous sports.   Vice President/Director of Athletics Scott Corley will also provide perspective and reflections.   Content will be housed on a dedicated 75th anniversary webpage at belmontbruins.com and shared on official Belmont Athletics social media accounts.   The season-long celebration is proudly presented by Diamond Cellar.   #ItsBruinTime