The Binh Quoi ferry connecting Binh Thanh District and Thu Duc City has been suspended, affecting local transportation. The suspension is due to administrative and legal requirements that the ferry operator, Công ty Bình Quới, must fulfill under government decrees. The Binh Thanh District authorities are working to resolve these issues, aiming to resume ferry operations to ease travel for residents. The process involves coordination with the Department of Transport and the Thu Duc City authorities to ensure compliance with legal standards and address the community's transportation needs.

The article argues for the urgent need for Alignment Target Analysis (ATA) in the development of autonomous AI systems. It highlights the dangers of poorly defined alignment targets, such as the Parliamentarian Coherent Extrapolated Volition (PCEV), which could lead to catastrophic outcomes if implemented. The text emphasizes that ATA is currently neglected and that its advancement is crucial to prevent the implementation of harmful AI alignment targets. It also discusses the challenges of deferring ATA to future AI systems or augmented humans, as these may inadvertently lock in flawed alignment targets. The article calls for immediate research efforts in ATA to mitigate risks associated with AI development.

Approximately 6 million adults in the US live with heart failure (HF), a condition projected to affect over 8 million by 2030. HF, particularly HF with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), imposes significant physical, mental, and economic burdens on patients and the healthcare system. This study aimed to understand the self-reported burden of HFpEF and its economic impact through patient surveys and linked administrative claims data. Key findings include high healthcare resource utilization and costs, significant symptom burden, and quality of life impairment. Socioeconomic factors, recent changes in HF treatment, and hospital admissions were strongly associated with lower health status scores. The study underscores the importance of incorporating patient-reported outcomes in clinical practice to improve patient-centered care.

The study investigates the effectiveness of agglomeration bonuses (AB) in conservation auctions, which are designed to incentivize spatial coordination among landholders for better conservation outcomes. The research, funded by the European Commission, was conducted through controlled lab experiments with agriculture students at Kiel University, Germany. It found that the performance of AB varies depending on the landscape type, particularly the spatial correlation between opportunity costs and environmental benefits. While AB can mitigate rent-seeking behavior and promote coordination, its success is contingent on landscape type, with positive correlations between costs and benefits being more conducive to AB's effectiveness. The study suggests that stringent budget constraints can limit the number of contracts awarded, and AB may not always translate into improved spatial coordination or auction cost-effectiveness, potentially leading to welfare loss.

The text provides an overview of various career options and considerations for individuals interested in contributing to the field of artificial intelligence. It includes a discussion on different types of work, potential endpoints, and intermediary points one could aim for. The author also shares personal career deliberations and encourages others to share their approaches if they find them useful.

The appendix explores various aspects of acausal influence and cooperation across different light cones, building on the main ECL explainer. It delves into the limitations of leveraging acausal influence, the spatial and temporal extent of the universe, and the potential gains from cooperation across light cones. The text also discusses the implications of the inflationary multiverse and Everett branches, and examines the comparative advantages and combinability of values in a multiversal context. Finally, it addresses the potential harms and opportunity costs associated with acausal cooperation.

The article discusses various aspects of AI safety beyond merely keeping AI under human control. It highlights the importance of addressing potential challenges and moral considerations associated with superhuman AI, including the control of AI by the wisest and most moral humans, the potential for AI to influence long-term issues, and the need for AI systems to imbue values similar to human morality. The text also explores the significance of making AI-powered humanity wiser, improving AI's reasoning about complex topics, and ensuring AI's compatibility with other intelligent life. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of reducing human malevolence and avoiding harm from AI training methods.

The study explores the preparation and properties of a Maillard reaction product (MRP) derived from chitosan (CTS) and glucosamine (GA) using gamma Co-60 ray irradiation. The resulting CTS-GA MRP powder demonstrated good water solubility, high antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli, and non-cytotoxicity on mouse fibroblast cells. The research highlights the potential of CTS-GA MRP as a natural preservative for food and cosmetics, free from toxic byproducts like 5-hydroxymethylfurfural.

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports discussed the significance of two major concerts, 'Anh trai say hi' and 'Anh trai vượt ngàn chông gai', in the context of the city's cultural development strategy. The department emphasized the importance of the music and film industries as key sectors for cultural growth. The city aims to become a cultural hub, hosting international music festivals like the successful 'Hò dô' festival. The department collaborates with various local authorities to ensure the smooth organization and security of large-scale events, reinforcing Ho Chi Minh City's status as a cultural center.

Ho Chi Minh City Police have issued a warning about the increasing use of high-tech methods by criminals to commit fraud. These tactics include creating fake banking apps and invoices to deceive victims into providing personal information and transferring money. The police emphasize the importance of public awareness and caution when dealing with online transactions and personal data. They advise against accessing unknown websites and recommend using official app sources to prevent falling victim to these scams.