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‘Wheel of Fortune’ Fans Beg Ryan Seacrest to Change His ‘Forced’ Bonus Round MoveWho is Bianca Bustamante and what is the F1 academy driver’s role McLaren?Deciding who is the greatest at anything will always involve an emotional attachment. Using AI takes away the human side of decision-making and allows for a completely logic-based ranking. GIVEMESPORT asked AI to name the greatest British managers in football history. Deciding what makes someone the greatest at something is often a tricky task. This is especially the case when it pertains to football, as so many different variables are at play. Is being great defined only by the number of trophies you win? How much of a role does longevity factor in? What about one's influence on the game long after they've called time on their career? The truth is, every person will have a different answer, which may be clouded by their emotional attachment to certain names. That's why here at GIVEMESPORT , we have taken emotions out of the equation and let technology do the work for us. We asked ChatGPT to name the twenty greatest British football managers of all time, and they have delivered with a ranking that may just raise a fair few eyebrows, including the absence of World Cup-winning former England manager Sir Alf Ramsey. Chat GPT has named the 20 greatest footballers of all time, featuring Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Pele and Diego Maradona. 20 Gordon Strachan Chat GPT said: "Strachan's tenure at Celtic saw considerable domestic success, including multiple league titles. He is highly regarded for his tactical acumen, having led the team through a period of domestic dominance while also making strides in European competitions." Jamie Carragher once argued that there is something about the Scottish cadence that helps make them imposing managers. So it's no surprise that we start with a Scot in the form of Gordon Strachan. As a player, Strachan won 50 caps for his country and claimed numerous honours while playing for the likes of Aberdeen, Manchester United, and Leeds. While he wasn't quite as successful on the sidelines, he still has six major trophies to his name. While most of his titles came during his stint at Celtic, the 67-year-old also had notable spells managing Coventry, Southampton, and Middlesbrough. He even took charge of the Scottish national team in what was his last managerial role to date. 19 Harry Redknapp Chat GPT said: "Redknapp is widely respected for his work at clubs like Tottenham Hotspur and Portsmouth, where he won the FA Cup. His ability to revitalize teams, build successful squads, and develop young talent has made him a notable figure in English football." In terms of notoriety, Harry Redknapp is probably a name that would be considered much higher on the list of the greatest British or English managers of all time . His personality won over plenty of people, hence his success on reality show 'I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here.' However, in terms of what he actually achieved, there are plenty more options that have come away with more silverware. Some of Redknapp's greatest feats include helping teams survive relegation, but his only winner's medals came during his time at Portsmouth, where he won the second division title in 2003 and the FA Cup in 2008, stopping Manchester United from winning the treble in the process. Some of football's greatest managers have tasted the bitter disappointment of relegation. 18 David Moyes Chat GPT said: "Moyes made his name at Everton, where he consistently overachieved with limited resources, before later finding success with West Ham United, winning their first trophy in decades. His achievements with Everton, including regular European qualification, earned him a spot among Britain's managerial elite." A man often ridiculed purely for his disastrous spell at Manchester United, history has proven that what happened to David Moyes at Old Trafford wasn't a one-off, as plenty of others have struggled since. Moyes had earned his stripes at Everton, which helped land him the job of a lifetime at Manchester United. While it clearly didn't work out and it took the Scot a couple of jobs to once again find his mojo, he eventually did at West Ham United, taking them from a team on the brink of relegation to European champions after winning the UEFA Conference League. The Hammers have struggled in the immediate aftermath of his departure too, emphasizing just how well Moyes had actually done. 17 John Lambie Chat GPT said: "Lambie is best known for his passionate leadership of Partick Thistle, where he guided the club to a Scottish First Division title. His managerial style and personality endeared him to players and fans alike." A name that people of a younger generation may not be familiar with, John Lambie was a prominent figure in Scottish football throughout his playing and coaching career. Known for his colourful language and eccentric personality, the cigar-smoking manager found great success with the likes of Hamilton Academical and Partick Thistle. While he may not have reached the same heights as some others on this list, he has remained an incredibly popular figure in the country since his tragic passing in 2018. His reigns saw him take lesser-known teams into Europe, which was a remarkable achievement in itself. 16 Terry Venables Chat GPT said: "Venables’ innovative approach to management earned him respect, particularly during his time at Tottenham Hotspur. He also enjoyed success as the England national team’s manager, notably guiding them to the semi-finals of the 1990 World Cup." They may never have won Euro '96, but the team that Terry Venables put together for that tournament remains one of the most entertaining and talented in Three Lions history. While others have gotten further since, none have been able to resonate with the country quite as much as Venables' England team. That period of his career is what the former Leeds United manager is most known for, but the majority of his trophies came in Spain during a stint as Barcelona manager. He also famously won the FA Cup with Tottenham in 1991 in a team that boasted the great Paul Gascoigne. Peter Risdale has still not been forgiven by fans for his role in the club's downfall, but believes he's wrongly perceived by Leeds supporters. 15 Willie Maley Chat GPT said: "One of the most successful managers in Scottish football history, Maley laid the groundwork for Celtic’s dominance in Scotland. His remarkable success with Celtic during the early 20th century remains a benchmark for future generations." A reign that will likely never be replicated in the modern game, Willie Maley was the lifeblood of Celtic for more than 40 years. Having played for the club as a player, he became their manager in 1897 and set about making the Hoops one of the most dominant teams in British football. All in all, Maley lifted 32 trophies as Celtic manager, comprising league titles and Scottish Cups. The era he was in, and the fact that success was limited to national dominance, likely explains why the AI didn’t rank him higher. Nevertheless, he is a worthy entrant on the list for the pivotal role he played in changing Scottish football forever. 14 Alex McLeish Chat GPT said: "McLeish is known for his disciplined managerial style, with successful spells at Aberdeen and Rangers, helping to revive Rangers’ fortunes during his tenure." Alex McLeish achieved most of his success in Scotland while managing Rangers in the mid-2000s. However, he has also led some of England’s most historic clubs, including Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest. What McLeish is perhaps most remembered for, though, is pulling off one of the biggest cup final upsets in history back in 2011. The 65-year-old guided an unfancied Birmingham City side to Wembley, where they faced Arsenal in the League Cup final. Despite being relegation candidates, Birmingham managed to steal the trophy thanks to an 89th-minute goal from Obafemi Martins, following a horrendous mix-up at the back for the Gunners. While City were relegated that season and have yet to return to the Premier League, the memories created that day ensure McLeish’s legacy stands the test of time in the Midlands. 13 Craig Brown Chat GPT said: "Brown managed Scotland to the 1998 World Cup, the last time they participated in the tournament. While his domestic achievements were more modest, his long tenure as Scotland’s manager cemented his place in Scottish football history." He may not have amassed a trophy-laden career, but fans of Scottish football will forever cherish Craig Brown’s contributions to the national team during the 1990s. Brown successfully guided Scotland to two major tournaments—Euro '96 and the 1998 World Cup. The Tartan Army has yet to return to the latter competition, meaning that failure to qualify in 2026 will mark over three decades since Scottish fans last saw their country represented on football’s biggest stage. Brown remains a celebrated figure for having guided Scotland to that cherished achievement in the first place. 12 Joe Mercer Chat GPT said: "Mercer was a key figure in Manchester City’s rise to prominence, steering the club to multiple league titles and domestic cup wins in the 1960s. He was also a respected figure in the development of the modern managerial role." Before Pep Guardiola transformed Manchester City into one of the greatest teams world football has ever seen , the Citizens rose to prominence under the leadership of Joe Mercer. This resurgence allowed City to step out of the shadow of their Trafford-based neighbours and establish themselves at the pinnacle of English football. While Manchester was dominated by the red of the Busby Babes during the 1950s and 1960s, Mercer’s City claimed some of the biggest domestic honours in the late 1960s. Many fans remember Manchester United lifting the European Cup in 1968, but fewer recall that City were crowned English champions that same year. Under Mercer's guidance, they followed up with an FA Cup triumph the following season, marking a golden era for the blue half of Manchester. 11 Bill Shankly Chat GPT said: "Shankly’s legacy lies in his transformation of Liverpool FC, establishing the club as a major force in English and European football. His emphasis on team spirit and professionalism laid the foundation for the club’s future success." Just missing out on ChatGPT's top 10 is a man immortalised with a statue outside Anfield. Before Bob Paisley turned Merseyside into a European footballing powerhouse, Bill Shankly was busy laying the foundations for Liverpool's future success. Shankly made his mark as Huddersfield Town's manager before being appointed Liverpool boss in 1959. Over the next 15 years, he transformed the Reds into a dominant force in English football. Under his leadership, Liverpool secured three First Division titles, four Community Shields, two FA Cups, and a UEFA Cup. In 2019, France Football ranked Shankly as the 10th greatest manager of all time , suggesting the AI might have underestimated his impact with this placing. From Raheem Sterling to Roy Keane to Thierry Henry, who does ChatGPT rank as being the greatest footballers in Premier League history? 10 Martin O'Neill Chat GPT said: "O’Neill’s managerial career was highlighted by his success at Celtic, where he led the club to multiple Scottish league titles and European success in the UEFA Cup, all while transforming Celtic into a force in Europe." A two-time European Cup winner as a player, the soft-spoken Irishman Martin O'Neill may not have reached the same heights as a manager but still carved out an impressive career on the touchline. Hugely successful during his time at Celtic, O'Neill also brought silverware to Leicester City, winning two League Cups in the space of four years. O'Neill also did a commendable job at Aston Villa, turning the Villans into a team that were, at one point in time, a genuine threat to the established top four. While he has since transitioned into a new role as a radio pundit, his achievements cannot be understated. Martin O'Neill once left World Cup winners Fabio Cannavaro and Patrick Vieira speechless with a savage Champions League comeback. 9 Walter Smith Chat GPT said: "Smith is one of Scotland’s most successful managers, particularly with Rangers, where he led the club to domestic dominance. His tenure at Rangers marked the club's return to the top, and he’s widely respected for his tactical discipline and consistency." A bona fide Rangers legend, all 21 of the trophies that Walter Smith won in his distinguished career came during his spells in Glasgow. Known as the Bear among his players, Smith won all there was to win domestically and also came agonisingly close to bringing European glory to Ibrox when he led his side to the final of the UEFA Cup in 2008. Smith also had a stint as the national team manager for a little over two years before returning to the club where he made his name. His last act in football before his passing was being made President of Rangers. GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Walter Smith was Manchester United's assistant manager between March and May 2004. 8 George Graham Chat GPT said: "Graham is known for his strong defensive philosophy and his ability to build successful teams. He led Arsenal to two league titles and a European trophy, while his disciplined, tactical approach revolutionized how teams approached defense in England." Before Arsène Wenger came in and firmly cemented himself as Arsenal's greatest ever manager , there was George Graham. What makes the famous Scot's achievements at Highbury all the more impressive is that he had to topple a Liverpool side that was arguably the most dominant the country had ever seen in the process. The 1988/89 First Division title is perhaps the pinnacle of Graham's legendary reign. Having to go to Anfield and win by a two-goal margin to secure the title from the hosts' grasp, the Gunners did exactly that. Incredibly, though, his last trophy came as Tottenham manager when he won the League Cup in 1999. 7 Bobby Robson Chat GPT said: "Robson was a highly respected tactician with a successful career at Ipswich Town, where he won the UEFA Cup, and later with the England national team. His influence on English football was profound, particularly in terms of his tactical innovations and leadership." One of the most beloved men in English football history. A smile that could make even the coldest warm up. The way in which Bobby Robson's former players have spoken about his greatness both prior to and after his sad death tells you everything you need to know about how revered he was. What is most incredible about Robson's resume is how widespread it is. Most British managers stay on British soil for most of their career. Robson won trophies in the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain as well as in his homeland. He also scouted some of the very best players in the game, including unearthing Ronaldo Nazario. There have been so many talented British players in the world of football - but AI has named and ranked the top 20. 6 Kenny Dalglish Chat GPT said: "Dalglish enjoyed immense success both as a player and manager at Liverpool. He helped build a dynasty, especially in the 1980s, and was instrumental in Liverpool’s European and domestic dominance during that period." A Ballon d'Or runner-up in 1983 , 'King' Kenny Dalglish was almost just as effective as a manager in his pomp as he was as a player. The iconic Scotsman had already written his name into Liverpool folklore by the time he had coached them to three First Division titles and two FA Cups. A more impressive feat was how he took a Blackburn Rovers side, one admittedly that had plenty of wealthy backing, and guided them to one of the more unlikely Premier League titles, stopping Manchester United from achieving a three-peat. Even when he made a brief return to Liverpool in 2010 to manage a team that was well below par, Dalglish still brought silverware in the form of the 2012 League Cup. 5 Bob Paisley Chat GPT said: "Paisley is one of the most successful managers in European football history. Under his leadership, Liverpool dominated both English and European football in the 1970s and 1980s. He remains one of the best managers to have worked in British football." Dalglish had to take the reins from arguably the greatest Liverpool manager there has ever been, and from a man with whom he had managed to achieve incredible things on the pitch. The top five begins with the great Bob Paisley, who won a grand total of twenty major honours just at Anfield. His trophy cabinet includes six league titles, three European Cups, a UEFA Cup and three League Cups. The only thing possibly missing is an FA Cup triumph, but when you are storming to success on every other front, it hardly matters. Some may argue he deserves to be higher, but ChatGPT had a very tough selection at the top to pick from. 4 Brian Clough Chat GPT said: "Clough’s remarkable achievement with Nottingham Forest, winning back-to-back European Cups, is one of the greatest managerial feats in history. His ability to inspire teams and manage players made him a giant of English football, especially at Forest." In many people's eyes, Brian Clough is the greatest English manager to never hold the England job. It's easy to understand why. The Nottingham Forest and Derby icon was never one to avoid controversy. Whether it be comments about chairmen or some of his fiercest rivals, he certainly wouldn't mince his words, which would have made him a headache for the FA. Yet you can't argue with the success he achieved. He took two teams, Derby and Forest, and turned them into the best teams in the country. His short stint at Leeds was destined to be a failure given his issues with the club and former manager Don Revie, but aside from that, the man-management genius had a glittering time after his playing days were cut short due to injuries. The incident impacted the Wimbledon players so much, they ended up losing 4-1. 3 Matt Busby Chat GPT said: "Busby built one of the most influential teams in British football history, rebuilding Manchester United after the Munich air disaster. His emphasis on youth development, particularly the 'Busby Babes', set the foundation for the club’s success in subsequent decades." It is no easy feat to create two of the best teams across two different eras. Some of the very best in the business have tried to do this and failed. But to do so in the circumstances that Sir Matt Busby had to is all the more awe-inspiring. Busby had put his faith in the budding young talent at Manchester United - heralded the 'Busby Babes.' Led by Duncan Edwards, United had already taken England by storm and looked set to do the same in Europe when disaster struck. The Munich Air Disaster took the lives of eight first-team players, including the aforementioned Edwards and captain Roger Byrne. Busby himself was fortunate to survive, and it took him time before he was physically and mentally ready to get back in the hot seat. When he did, though, he built an even better team with the likes of the 'Holy Trinity'—Bobby Charlton, Dennis Law, and George Best. The journey culminated in a European Cup win a decade after the disaster in one of the most emotional victories ever seen. 2 Jock Stein Chat GPT said: "Stein is a legendary figure in Scottish football, leading Celtic to European glory in 1967 and dominating Scottish football for over a decade. His tactical mastery and ability to build winning teams left a profound impact on both Celtic and Scottish football." Following in the footsteps of Willie Maley, Jock Stein brought a level of dominance to Celtic that was rarely ever seen before or since. The pinnacle of this was, of course, the European Cup, in which he oversaw the crowning of the first-ever British champions in the competition's history. Stein was a renowned figure in the sport that went beyond his native Scotland. However, his homeland was his biggest love, and taking the Scots to the World Cup in 1982 was an incredible achievement after all he had done for Celtic. Heartbreakingly, he would lose his life before having the chance to repeat the feat four years later. This led to the man he had mentored overseeing the run to that tournament in his absence, and he just so happened to go on to do pretty well for himself too. 1 Alex Ferguson Chat GPT said: "Widely regarded as the greatest British football manager, Ferguson transformed Manchester United into a global powerhouse. His tactical flexibility, leadership, and longevity make him one of the most successful managers in history. He is best known for his reign at United, with unparalleled domestic and European success." Stein's apprentice went on to do more than alright. ChatGPT's number one British coach of all time was never going to be anyone other than the greatest coach in sport , period. Sir Alex Ferguson achieved a level of greatness that has never been reached before, and did so with the type of longevity that will never be replicated. His 48 honours are not only a testament to how good he was at building teams, but also to just how long he was able to stay the best. Aberdeen gave people a glimpse of what was to come, and once he got everything in order at Old Trafford, Manchester United sprang into action and turned into a force that no one could stop. Critics will say maybe he could have won more in Europe, but that argument ultimately falls on deaf ears. There have been some controversial rankings from the AI on this list, but there can be no doubt they got number one bang on the money. All statistics courtesy of Transfermarkt - accurate as of 09/12/2024A pathway towards new quantum devices: Electrically defined quantum dots in zinc oxide November 26, 2024 Advanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University Creating and controlling quantum dots via electrical methods, is likely to lead to new frontiers in the quest to develop stable and efficient qubits. Exploring how zinc oxide can be used in electrically defined quantum dots, researchers have unearthed some surprising phenomenon. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIN Email Researchers have successfully created electrically defined quantum dots in zinc oxide (ZnO) heterostructures, marking a significant milestone in the development of quantum technologies. Details of their breakthrough were published in the journal Nature Communications on November 7, 2024. Quantum dots, tiny semiconductor structures that can trap electrons in nanometer-scale spaces, have long been studied for their potential to serve as qubits in quantum computing. These dots are crucial for quantum computing because they allow scientists to control the behavior of electrons, similar to how a conductor might control a current of water flowing through pipes. Until now, most research has focused on materials such as gallium arsenide (GaAs) and silicon. However, zinc oxide, a material known for its strong electron correlation and excellent spin quantum coherence, had not yet been explored for use in electrically defined quantum dots, i.e., those created and controlled using electrical methods. In this study, the research team was able to manipulate the internal states of quantum dots in zinc oxide using precise voltage control -- like adjusting the dials on a radio to fine-tune a signal. This innovation allowed them to observe the Coulomb diamond, a key characteristic of quantum dots, providing insights into the behavior of electrons trapped inside. "The Coulomb diamond is like a fingerprint that helps identify the unique 'personality' of each quantum dot," points out Tomohiro Otsuka, an associate professor at Tohoku University and corresponding author of the paper. "By using zinc oxide, we're opening up new frontiers developing efficient and stable qubits, a cornerstone for quantum computing." One of the most remarkable findings of this study was the discovery of the Kondo effect in zinc oxide quantum dots. The Kondo effect, a quantum phenomenon where electron interactions create conduction, typically depends on the number of electrons in the quantum dot. However, in zinc oxide, the researchers observed this effect even when the number of electrons did not fit the usual pattern. This new behavior, linked to the material's strong electron correlation, adds another layer of complexity and potential to zinc oxide-based quantum devices. "The Kondo effect we observed is different from what we typically see in other semiconductors like GaAs," adds Otsuka. "This difference could help us better understand electron behavior in this new material and improve our ability to control and manipulate qubits." Looking ahead, the team is focused on harnessing these new findings to develop practical quantum devices. 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-- Shares Facebook Twitter Reddit Email “Why do you draw?” A seemingly innocuous question that in truth carries immense weight. It’s the kind of question that you can brush off with a casual wave of the hand, or it can leave you speechless, unable to even find the words. Art isn’t numbers on a spreadsheet. It’s life itself. In “Look Back,” the film based on Tatsuki Fujimoto’s one-shot manga, two teenage girls bond over their love of creating manga. Fujino handles the characters and story, while Kyomoto takes care of the background art. They make a powerful team. When Kyomoto asks Fujino why she draws, we don’t get an explanation. We don’t need it. We’ve seen it. Every moment the pair shares with each other is why. Seasons change outside Fujino’s window as she and Kyomoto work on their first manga together. The duo quietly scribbles away, creating in the presence of one another, as pages of manuscript pile up. We see that life and art are intimately linked. That creation is born out of the wonder, the mystery and of course, the tragedy of life. This is not a review of “Look Back.” Enough beautiful words have already been said about the film, and it is most certainly one that any fan of anime, manga, cinema or art in general should see. But it is that simple-but-not question, “Why do you draw?” asked by Kyomoto to Fujino, that echoed in my head, clanging and clattering in the space between my ears in the days and weeks after I saw “Look Back.” I think it struck a chord because it increasingly feels like the creative process, and deeper and more troubling than that, humanity itself, is under attack . Related The 12 biggest moments in animation in 2023 There is a contingent of craven capitalists who have slowly turned the entertainment industry into just another financial market. Moving into senior positions at major studios in film, television and video games, these ghouls seek only to maximize profit. The art at the center of these industries is, to many of these bigwigs, a means to an end. That end being stock prices and shareholder satisfaction. It’s why we got “ Inside Out 2” and “ Moana 2” this year. Unnecessary sequels that a bunch of suits knew would rake in the dough. Although talented people worked on both, when art is kept within the confines of a giant, soulless corporation, art (and the people creating it) is held captive by the profit motive. Money becomes the mantra. When someone’s life’s work, their passion, their expression of creativity, is diminished to merely being seen as content, as numbers on an earnings report, it is an attack on art. This year, “Coyote vs. Acme” was shelved and seems destined to become lost media , buried before even being given a chance for audiences to see it. The hard work of hundreds of people, a mere tax write-off under the mighty pen of Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav . One of my favorite shows from last year , “Scavengers Reign,” was unable to avoid the axe. Despite winning an Emmy (for background design) and being nominated for outstanding animated program, the show didn’t bring in the viewer hours so it was unceremoniously thrown on the heap. Critical acclaim or simply letting art exist in the world and be received by the people (with no concern for the size of the audience) aren’t things that Zaslav and his ilk consider. Imagine if “Mad Men” or "The Sopranos" was cut after its first season because target demos, algorithm data and KPIs just didn’t support renewal. In 2024, the only concern is that the numbers look good, so that CEOs can line their pockets with millions in compensation. And if recent reaction to UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s murder is anything to go by, the people are getting a little fed up with the unfettered greed of the C-suite. Art isn’t numbers on a spreadsheet. It’s life itself. We need your help to stay independent Subscribe today to support Salon's progressive journalism “Look Back” implores the viewer to see how art and life are intertwined. Every adventure that Fujino and Kyomoto go on becomes the inspiration for another manga. They visit the ocean, and that leads to the duo writing “The Sea Cities.” Looking for bugs in summer turns into “The Cicada Humans.” A trip to the aquarium yields “The Man Who Ate the Crab.” The pair experiences life, and their art echoes those experiences. Reverberating through the creative process, those echoes twist and distort just enough to give the art they produce a fantastical fiction, but at its core, their art is quite literally their lives. The works of Dickens capture Victorian London so well because he lived it; he worked in the warehouses, and his worldview was shaped by these formative experiences. Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto explored forests and hunted for bugs as a child, and wanted to recreate that feeling in a video game, eventually leading to the creation of “The Legend of Zelda.” Hayao Miyazaki ’s works are tinged with autobiographical moments, such as his mother’s hospitalization with tuberculosis — an element of both “My Neighbor Totoro” and “The Wind Rises” — or his father building rudders for fighter planes during World War II, a piece of his own history we see alluded to in the Oscar-winning “The Boy and The Heron.” And for Miyazaki in particular, art and life are nearly one and the same as we come to learn in this year’s documentary that sneakily landed on Max this summer, “Hayao Miyazaki and The Heron.” The documentary chronicles the entire production timeline for “The Boy and The Heron,” starting with Miyazaki announcing his retirement in 2013 through to the film’s Oscar win this year. The iconic director has been the subject of a few documentaries in the past, but in those, Miyazaki always remained guarded, never really letting the viewer understand the man we have so endlessly mythologized. His politics are evident in the films he has made over the past 40 years, but what motivates this man, now nearly 84 years old, to create the worlds of “Nausicaa,” “Castle in the Sky” or the Great Uncle’s tower in “The Boy and The Heron”? Much like Fujino in “Look Back,” the answer seems to be human connection. Throughout “Hayao Miyazaki and The Heron” there is an urgency to Miyazaki’s work. People close to him are passing away; there is guilt and there is sadness. “Why am I still here? Why am I the one that lived?” he wonders aloud. Miyazaki “reeks of death” like Mahito the titular boy of the film. But he storyboards furiously, creating characters based on the people he has lost. Michiyo Yasuda, the color designer on Miyazaki’s films at Studio Ghibli, passed away in 2016, but she appears in the documentary’s footage like a ghost, a vision of the past that haunts the present day Miyazaki. She was the one who told him to make another film, and he felt a sense of obligation to do it. He creates Kiriko in “The Boy and The Heron” based on Yasuda. But no one looms larger than Isao Takahata, Studio Ghibli co-founder and director, who passed away in 2018. And it's in their relationship where it becomes clear that nearly everything Miyazaki has ever made has been driven by the man he affectionately calls Pak-san. Pak-san, Pak-san, Pak-san. A clap of thunder rumbles in the distance while on a walk. “That’s Pak-san.” When Miyazaki is asked if he ever dreams, he responds “Only about Pak-san.” A missing eraser is Pak-san playing a trick on him. Studio Ghibli producer Toshio Suzuki says that “Miyazaki idolized Takahata, but it was always one-sided.” The Boy and the Heron (Hayao Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli) Miyazaki agonizes over the character of the Great Uncle who has built the fantastical world of the tower in “The Boy and The Heron.” The character is Pak-san. In this one-sided relationship, made even more so by the divide between the living and the dead, Miyazaki is determined to show the world who Takahata was. He wants people to know what this man meant to him. The man who was his idol, his rival, his friend. The documentary cuts to a particularly powerful quote from Takahata back in the ‘80s, talking about Miyazaki, where he says, “I’d like to see him make all kinds of films. There are things he hasn’t shown me. I hope to see them one day.” The interview cuts to a wide shot showing Miyazaki beside him with a beaming smile, “Really?” he asks Takahata gleefully. This is how art comes to be. For Miyazaki. For Fujino in “Look Back.” It is driven by the desire for human connection, by wanting to express one’s self to someone, to honor someone who has passed to ensure that they are remembered. Which is why when AI software is used to generate an image , or write a story, it is so revolting . You can’t tell AI to create the Great Uncle. You can’t tell it to create an old man who kinda looks like a wizard who was the whole world to me and everything I did was for him and all I wanted was for him to see my films and enjoy them and I want people to know that. It can’t convey that level of emotional depth, or any emotional depth. AI is mere facsimile (and poorly done at that), and yet, it has been integrated into nearly every piece of technology creating nothing but slop. Related "It's going to destroy jobs": When an AI image won a photo contest, its human refused the award AI is a threat to art, a threat to culture, a threat to humanity itself. How far are we willing to go to utterly dehumanize ourselves? Late capitalism is already turning us away from one another, with the convenience of technology isolating us, keeping us from making a connection to someone. Companies like Disney are fully on board with AI , where acting in a “responsible way” means, “How much can we get away with and not pay people for?” So don’t be surprised when a round of layoffs is announced, so more money can be funneled up to executives at the top. Companies like X are training their AI by using (read: stealing) art uploaded to the platform by artists. And it would be easy to write a whole thesis on how the demands of AI usage and development is causing emissions at companies like Microsoft to rise at a staggering rate, decimating any plans of reaching previously set carbon-neutrality goals. This AI slop, this soulless mimicry of human life, is accelerating the planet’s demise. AI is anti-human in all facets. How far are we willing to go to utterly dehumanize ourselves? 2024 felt like a year where, more than ever before, art was under attack. From corporate fat cats cutting jobs to AI software to humanities programs getting slashed in higher education, the assault on engaging with our world, and on engaging with art is in full effect. It is deeply distressing. But 2024 also produced a film that tells us why art needs to exist, why it is so special, and what it means to be human. “Look Back” yells from the rooftops that art is tough, it is work, but the reward is it connects us like nothing else can. Look Back (Tatsuki Fujimoto/Shueisha Art is beautiful because of the humanity it contains within it. There is energy in a work of art that cannot be quantified, cannot be calculated, cannot be replicated by a machine. It reflects us, it connects us, it bears all of our tragedy, all of our joy. I’m hardly the best writer out here. There are people who write much more eloquently than I do. I admire these writers greatly. But I just want to connect. I want someone to read my words. Someone. Anyone. Even if it just ends up being my family or friends. I have entire worlds inside my head that I want others to experience the way I see them in my mind’s eye. No AI program can scrape these worlds accurately out of my head. There are so many thoughts and ideas in here that I want to share. I hope that my words make someone feel something. I just have to do the work to get them onto the page. That, to me, is something very worth the effort. Art is what makes us human, so why would we want a robot to do it for us? I just want to connect. To prove that I’m alive. I’m not a machine. 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OpenAI debuted the seasonal Santa Mode as part of Thursday's livestream, which also announced vision capabilities for ChatGPT. For ChatGPT Plus and Pro users, when using Advanced Voice Mode, they can select Santa's jolly, booming baritone among the voice options to interact with. But OpenAI has thumbed its nose at the joy of little children everywhere by restricting Santa Mode to teens and adults. How Grinch-y. Jokes aside, there is a reason for this. The 13-and-up age restriction applies to all of ChatGPT, a spokesperson told Mashable. According to OpenAI's terms of use, "You must be at least 13 years old or the minimum age required in your country to consent to use the Services. If you are under 18 you must have your parent or legal guardian’s permission to use the Services." Some kind of age restriction makes sense for use of a technology that might share harmful or inaccurate information. But it also raises the question of what kind of raunchy adult content Santa Mode could get up to. That said, OpenAI has trained ChatGPT to restrict certain adult content and prevent misuse. But the real trick would have been creating a truly kid-safe version of Santa Mode. Of course parents can always use Santa Mode with their kids or a tech-savvy pre-teen could get their parent's permission to chat with Santa. But it kind of takes away from the festive fun, knowing that Santa Mode is almost exclusively a gimmick for adults that are already in on the world's greatest conspiracy. Meanwhile we'll be pushing the limits of Santa Mode to see how "adult" it can be.

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NoneArcher Aviation ( ACHR -23.72% ) stock plummeted in Monday's trading. The flying-taxi company's share price closed out the daily session down 23.7% and had been down as much as 28.7% earlier in the day. For comparison, the S&P 500 ( ^GSPC 0.24% ) and Nasdaq Composite ( ^IXIC 0.97% ) closed out the day up 0.2% and 0.9%, respectively. Archer Aviation faced bearish pressures along multiple lines today. For starters, short-sellers have started to place more bets against the stock on the heels of an explosive rally. Despite today's pullback, the stock is up 122% over the last month. The resignation of Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares may have also played a role in today's sell-off. Stellantis has been a significant investor in Archer Aviation, and it's possible investors are concerned that the automaker's next CEO won't be a similarly eager partner. Along similar lines, some investors also appear to be concerned that Archer will move to raise funds by selling more stock soon. Down almost 24% in one day, is it time to buy Archer stock? Despite today's precipitous pullback, it's not clear that anything has materially changed for the company's outlook. The change of leadership at Stellantis could potentially limit future funding opportunities through the company, but it's also not clear that will happen. Whether it's to Stellantis or any number of other potential investors, Archer will likely move to sell more shares to raise funds at some point in the not-too-distant future. The company is still in a pre-revenue state, and it's in the early phases of ramping up manufacturing and getting its Midnight flying vehicles commercialized. There's a very good chance that the stock will see some significant dilution as the company raises funds to scale the business, and long-term investors shouldn't view that as an indication of weakness. Similarly, an increase of bets against the stock from short-sellers could pressure the stock in the near term -- but it won't define Archer's long-term stock performance. An increase in short interest could also open the door for a potential short squeeze if the company gets favorable news on the regulatory front, or lands new partnerships and contracts. Proceed with caution Investors should move forward with the understanding that Archer Aviation is a high-risk, high-reward stock. For those without high risk tolerance, making a substantial investment in the company is probably inadvisable. The company's outlook is highly speculative, and the flying-vehicle specialist could see dramatic valuation contraction if macroeconomic conditions or other factors cause the market to pivot away from growth stocks. On the other hand, Archer Aviation has been showing some impressive business momentum and could see significant regulatory wins in the near future. For investors who aren't deterred by the stock's high-risk profile, treating today's pullback as a buying opportunity in a broader dollar-cost-averaging strategy could be a good move.

Trump is named Time's Person of the Year and rings the New York Stock Exchange's opening bell NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange after being recognized by Time magazine as its person of the year. The honors Thursday for the businessman-turned-politician are a measure of Trump’s remarkable comeback from an ostracized former president who refused to accept his election loss four years ago to a president-elect who won the White House decisively in November. At the stock exchange, Trump was accompanied by his wife, Melania Trump, daughters Ivanka and Tiffany and Vice President-elect JD Vance. Trump grinned as people chanted “USA” before he opened the trading day and raised his fist. YouTube TV is hiking its monthly price, again. Here's what to know NEW YORK (AP) — Are you a YouTube TV subscriber? Your monthly bills are about to get more expensive again. 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From young dreamers chasing stardom to legends cementing their legacies, the duo has always moved in sync. Now, the dynamic pair reunites for Snoop’s “Missionary,” his milestone 20th studio album, which releases Friday. The 15-track project features several big-name guest appearances including Eminem, 50 Cent, Sting, Method Man, Jelly Roll, Tom Petty, Jhené Aiko and Method Man. Country star Morgan Wallen sentenced in chair-throwing case NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Country music star Morgan Wallen has pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor counts of reckless endangerment. He had been charged for throwing a chair from the rooftop of a six-story bar in Nashville and nearly hitting two police officers with it. Wallen appeared in court alongside his attorney on Thursday. He was sentenced to spend seven days in a DUI education center and will be under supervised probation for two years. According to the arrest affidavit, Wallen was accused of throwing a chair off the roof of Chief’s bar on April 7. 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'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence BURBANK, Calif. (AP) — Police say “Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy has been arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence. Police in Burbank, California, say officers investigated reports of an argument between a man and a woman at a residence late Tuesday night and arrested the 32-year-old Kennedy. He was released from jail after posting bail. A representative of Kennedy did not immediately respond to a message seeking comment. The Burbank city attorney will decide whether to file charges. Kennedy is a DJ and reality TV star who has appeared for 10 seasons on “Vanderpump Rules” — the Bravo series about the lives of employees at a set of swank restaurants. The wife of a Wisconsin kayaker who faked his own death moves to end their marriage MADISON, Wis. 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Iranian singer performs in online concert without hijabThousands of people took to the streets of the Slovakia capital Thursday to protest against Culture Minister Martina Simkovicova who has dismissed several heads of major cultural institutions and halted projects steered by LGBT+ associations under the pretext of promoting "Slovak culture". Simkovicova, a 53-year-old former television anchor, has been a controversial figure since taking office in October 2023. "I am frustrated and very angry about the way culture is being destroyed and organizations are falling apart," Svetlana Fialova, a 39-year-old visual artist and lecturer, told AFP. "What is happening in Slovakia is ... what is happening in Georgia, Hungary and other countries, where people who collaborate and play to Russian tunes are coming to power and trying to suppress democracy and culture," she said. "The culture of the Slovaks should be Slovak -- Slovak and none else," Simkovicova said in one early speech. Nominated by the nationalist Slovak National Party (SNS), she has also slammed "LGBT+ ideology" for causing Europe to "die out". Her views have appealed to Prime Minister Robert Fico from the centrist Smer party, whose objections to liberal values echo Viktor Orban, the prime minister of neighbouring Hungary. Simkovicova had worked notably for the Slovan TV channel, known for spreading conspiracy theories, xenophobia and pro-Russian views. Slovak National Gallery director Alexandra Kusa lost her job in August in what opponents said was part of Simkovicova's purge. "Culture ministry staff accompanied by a lawyer showed up in my office one day with a bunch of flowers and a notice," she told AFP. Kusa, who has been reduced to the post of exhibition curator, said the ministry had launched a derogatory campaign against her. She says she was punished for backing Matej Drlicka, the National Theatre director, who was sacked a day earlier. The head of the country's heritage institute was dismissed this week. "We are not compatible with the ministry. Their idea of culture is completely different from ours," Kusa said. She accuses the ministry of launching "an era of bullying and intimidation". "It's pure destruction and demonstration of power. It's terrible." The ministry did not respond to AFP's request to comment. Simkovicova also targets public media. In June, she pushed through a law reforming the state-run RTVS broadcaster into a new company, STVR, which is under her control. Analyst Pavol Hardos told AFP that wielding political influence over cultural institutions had a precedent in Slovakia. "This is something we experienced in the 1990s during the illiberal regime of Vladimir Meciar, when there were ideological tests and tests ... of who is a good nationalist, a good Slovak, and who isn't," he said. What is new is the government's "commitment to purge cultural institutions from anyone who is in any way perceived as potentially a political enemy", Hardos said. Open-minded and liberal people are "being targeted as a potential troublemaker, and people who are often enough real experts in their areas are being sidelined or thrown out," he added. Hardos said that while it was premature to talk about "an illiberal regime", Fico is walking in Orban's footsteps. The government is also targeting LGBT+ rights organisations. Early this year, Simkovicova said they would not get "a cent" from her ministry. She has recently curbed public subsidies for LGBT+ groups. "This concerns any project with links to LGBT+," said Martin Macko, head of the Iniciativa Inakost NGO. He said attacks on the minority were growing, as were the number of people being treated by the NGO's therapists. The situation has incited protests among artists, cultural institution staff and the public, who turn their backs on directors named by Simkovicova or read protest statements on theatre stages. Large rallies were held this year, mobilising tens of thousands of people. Two petitions written by artists have solicited 400,000 signatures in the EU member country of 5.4 million people. In the Slovak parliament, the opposition initiated a vote to dismiss Simkovicova, but the attempt fell through. "No culture ministry employee prevents anyone from being creative or expressing themselves," Simkovicova told the press. sc-anb-frj-kym/tw