As turkeys sat brined and last-minute grocery runs were being planned on Wednesday, a few of Vacaville’s civic leaders took a moment to reflect on what the holiday means to them this year. This Thanksgiving, Vice Mayor Sarah Chapman said she is most thankful for the health of her family and loved ones, as well [.].
The post OpenAI’s AI Jam Empowers 1, 000 Small Businesses with AI Tools appeared com. Alvin Lang Nov 21, 2025 09: 29 OpenAI’s AI Jam initiative partners with DoorDash and SCORE to equip 1, 000 small businesses with AI tools, facilitating growth and competition in a rapidly evolving market. OpenAI has launched an ambitious initiative aimed at empowering small businesses by organizing a nationwide event called the Small Business AI Jam. This hands-on workshop is designed to make artificial intelligence (AI) accessible and practical for small business owners, allowing them to leverage these advanced technologies to enhance their operations. The event is being held in collaboration with DoorDash, SCORE, and several local business support organizations, according to OpenAI. Bridging the AI Gap for Small Businesses The Small Business AI Jam is set to take place across five major hubs: San Francisco, New York City, Houston, Detroit, and Miami. More than 1, 000 small business owners will participate, working alongside OpenAI mentors to develop AI tools tailored to their specific business needs. The initiative targets a diverse array of industries, including professional services, food services, retail, creative services, and more, ensuring a broad impact across the small business sector. OpenAI’s effort comes in response to a survey indicating that half of small business owners find it essential for their employees to be adept in using AI, with 60% expecting significant efficiency gains from such skills. The AI Jam aims to equip these businesses with practical tools and training to meet this demand, ultimately enabling them to compete more effectively in the marketplace. Transformative Potential of AI The AI Jam will enable participants to create tools for real-world applications such as drafting marketing materials, enhancing customer communication, and optimizing daily operations. Each participant will leave the event with at least one ready-to-use AI tool, providing immediate benefits for their business. Chris Lehane,.
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The makers of Sholay have officially announced the release date of the newly restored 4K version of the 1975 classic. The film, featuring director Ramesh Sippy’s originally intended ending, will arrive in theatres on December 12, 2025, marking the first time Indian audiences will see the climax exactly as it was envisioned five decades ago. This announcement comes shortly after veteran actor Dharmendra, who headlined the iconic film alongside Amitabh Bachchan, was discharged from the hospital following a recent health scare. The actor is currently recovering at home. The restored version of Sholay has been created by the Film Heritage Foundation in collaboration with Sippy Films. The team sourced a rare colour reversal print from London, located the original camera negatives, and even recovered long-lost deleted scenes from a warehouse in Mumbai. The result is a 4K restoration that returns the film to its original 70mm format. The film made its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) earlier this year and is set for its Australian debut at the Indian Film Festival of Sydney (IFFS) in October. With the newly announced India release, the restoration is now headed for a wide audience. The Original Ending, Five Decades Later One of the biggest draws of this version is the reinstatement of the original climax, where Thakur kills Gabbar Singh-an ending that had been altered due to censorship restrictions during the Emergency. Speaking to Bollywood Hungama last month, Ramesh Sippy explained the circumstances that led to the change. “In 1975, it was the time of the Emergency. So, we couldn’t argue too much. But the end that I put in had to be shot at the last minute,” he said. “This changed climax was the same ending that took place in every film at that time. The police comes and says, ‘Ruk jaao’! It was a typical ending. That’s what I didn’t like; there was no other reason.”He added with humour, “The Censor officials stressed that ‘He’s an officer. He should not be taking the law into his own hands’. Actually, I can’t say hands as he didn’t have any.”With the restored version now set for a December 12 release, audiences will have the chance to revisit Sholay in a form that honours its scale, craft, and original creative vision. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Ramesh Sippy SLAMS high ticket prices in theatres: “If Sholay had released in today’s times, minimum ticket price would have been Rs. 200; it WOULDN’T have got repeat audience”.
Over the years, Danube Properties and Rizwan Sajan, the founder and chairman of Danube Group, have created a huge name for themselves with their projects in Dubai, UAE. After organizing a massive event earlier this year in January, Rizwan and the team at Danube are all set for another event which will be held tomorrow, Friday, November 14, at a five-star hotel in Mumbai. While the invite to the January event informed the media that Kartik Aaryan would be present, the publicity team behind the November 14 event has chosen to withhold the name of the celeb who’ll grace the occasion. However, it has been said that it would be none other than superstar Shah Rukh Khan who’ll be present along with Rizwan Sajan at the event tomorrow. The Danube Group have posted a series of videos on their social media handle in the last two days which has given enough hints about SRK’s association. The videos have used text like ‘The big reveal’, ‘Two stories of success that will change the skyline of Dubai’, ‘From nothing to everything. Two legends one legacy’, all of which point towards SRK. In one video, Punit Malhotra of I Hate Luv Storys (2010) fame can be seen as the director of the ad. He also indicates that he shot with a major star. Lastly, a video posted by the brand earlier in the day shows the actor but purposely blurs his face and identity. Yet despite the blurring, it strongly feels that the star in question is none other than Shah Rukh Khan. Fans in the comments have also begun speculating about it. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Danube Properties (@danubeproperties) In one particular video, Rizwan Sajan reveals that he wanted a very powerful name for the association and that he could only think of one such man. The video also contains the text saying ‘A moment that will define the year’ and ‘A collaboration that the world will talk about’. And that’s not all. In the same video, Adel Sajan, managing director, Danube Group, confesses that “Nobody has dared to make a tower behind a celebrity’s name”. This has led to speculations that a building named ‘SRK Tower’ or something to that effect will be announced at the event tomorrow. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rizwan Sajan (@rizwan. sajan) All eyes are now on tomorrow’s Danube event in Mumbai to see if the mystery finally lifts. Will Shah Rukh Khan indeed be unveiled as the face of this landmark collaboration and the rumored ‘SRK Tower’? If the hints are anything to go by, the reveal could turn out to be one of the most talked-about moments of the year. Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan’s heartwarming gesture in Dubai restaurant wins fans over: “Humble king”.
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Michelle Monaghan (True Detective, The White Lotus) has been set to star in a new hockey drama series from Netflix and Shawn Levy’s 21 Laps under their overall deal. The 8-episode untitled project hails from creator Nick Naveda (Words on Bathroom Walls, My Lovely Wife in the Psych Ward), who executive produces alongside showrunner Bridget [.].
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