All posts tagged: MonthLong

OpenAI turns its sold-out GPT-5.5 party into a monthlong Codex giveaway for 8,000 developers

OpenAI turns its sold-out GPT-5.5 party into a monthlong Codex giveaway for 8,000 developers

Published by skeptic

OpenAI on Monday began emailing more than 8,000 developers who applied for its invite-only GPT-5.5 party with a surprise consolation prize: a tenfold increase in Codex rate limits on their personal ChatGPT accounts, effective immediately and lasting through June 5. “We had over 8,000 people express interest in just 24 hours, and while we wish our office was big enough to welcome everyone, we weren’t able to make space for every person who applied,” the company wrote in the email, which VentureBeat obtained. “As a small token of appreciation, we’ve 10x’ed your Codex rate limits until June 5th on your personal ChatGPT account.” The gift is not limited to the lucky few who scored invitations to the party itself. Everyone who raised their hand — whether they were accepted, waitlisted, or turned away — received the rate limit boost, according to the email and confirmed by multiple recipients on social media. CEO Sam Altman telegraphed the move on X shortly before inboxes started lighting up. “We are gonna do something nice for everyone who applied …

Ed Sheeran shares he’s on the mend after suffering from month-long ailment

Ed Sheeran shares he’s on the mend after suffering from month-long ailment

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the Well Enough newsletter with Harry Bullmore for tips on living a healthier, happier and longer life Get the Well Enough email with Harry Bullmore Get the Well Enough email with Harry Bullmore Ed Sheeran has revealed he is recovering from a month-long bout of shingles, while also debuting a new shaved head, which he says signifies a “fresh start”. The 35-year-old pop star shared the personal updates with his 48.7 million followers on Instagram on Tuesday. The singer, known for global hits, posted a carousel of photos, with the cover image showcasing his new look. He explained his decision, writing: “Yes, I’ve shaved my hair. I wanted to shave it to signify a fresh start. A lot of new beginnings in my life (at the moment). I love it, thinking of keeping it this way.” Sheeran also disclosed his recent health struggle, stating: “I’ve had shingles for the last month, wouldn’t recommend it, but on the mend now.” Shingles is an infection characterised by a painful rash, with symptoms including a tingling sensation, …

Chinese Moon Astronauts Emerge From Month-Long Journey Into Deep Cave

Chinese Moon Astronauts Emerge From Month-Long Journey Into Deep Cave

Published by José Betancourt

Forget Mars. For 28 member of China’s astronaut corps, the brave new world is a dark, damp hole in the ground — cut off from light, wind, and even the internet. As reported by Space News, the China Astronaut Research and Training Center (CARTC) just wrapped up a month-long training regimen meant to prepare future and veteran astronauts for lunar landing missions. The astronauts were split into four groups, each of which spent nearly a week in underground isolation. While they were down there, each team completed work in cave mapping, environmental monitoring, long-distance communication, as well as psychological and behavioral training, according to the China National Space Administration. While it isn’t known which cave the astronauts braved, the CNSA notes the system was located somewhere in the Wulong District of Chongqing. This area is home to massive karst formations like the Wulong Three Bridges, the largest natural stone arches in Asia, as well as the Xiaozhai Heavenly Pit, the world’s largest sinkhole. It also contains the famous Furong Cave, a UNESCO world heritage site …