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The film-maker behind Selma and 13th will focus on the 14th amendment for a new film out later this year as Donald Trump targets those protected by itAva DuVernay announced on Thursday that she has made a documentary for Netflix on the 14th amendment, which gave liberty and rights to formerly enslaved people following the civil war, and which has come under legal attack from Donald Trump.Netflix said on Thursday that it will release 14th later this year. The film will mark a return to nonfiction for DuVernay, the film-maker of Selma and Origin, and a follow-up to DuVernay’s 2016 film 13th, her examination of the legacy of the 13th amendment, which abolished slavery. Continue reading...

• NASA released a high-resolution image of the Centaurus A galaxy to commemorate the fourth anniversary of the James Webb Space Telescope. • The image captures the aftermath of a massive cosmic collision that occurred approximately 2 billion years ago, resulting in the galaxy's unique, distorted shape. • This release highlights the telescope's ability to build upon previous astronomical foundations and provide deeper insights into galactic evolution.

• The NSE Nifty climbed 159.50 points (0.66%) to close at 24,430.35, marking the fourth consecutive day of gains for the Indian share market. • This rally was primarily driven by a surge in bank stocks and the positive impact of lower oil prices. • Over the last four trading days, the BSE benchmark jumped 1,806.4 points (2.36%) and the Nifty rose by 564.6 points (2.36%).

• The Global AI Show in Riyadh recently concluded, attracting 6,723 attendees and over 100 speakers from more than 80 countries. • Discussions focused on practical deployments of agentic AI, sovereign infrastructure, healthcare, and cybersecurity rather than simple chatbot demonstrations. • To foster innovation, the event organizer, VAP Group, launched VAP Ventures with the goal of supporting 100 AI startups.

• MarketBeat’s stock screener tool has identified seven key technology stocks to monitor for July 4th. • The highlighted companies include major industry players such as NVIDIA, Apple, Microsoft, Intel, Advanced Micro Devices, Micron Technology, and Sandisk. • These stocks represent a broad spectrum of the tech sector, spanning semiconductors, hardware, software, and cloud computing.

• Readers are calling for responsible social media safeguards and a "tough stance" on WhatsApp's proposed username features to ensure user security. • The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) has grounded all 40 JBM electric buses following a recent fire incident. • This swift action allows for a comprehensive safety audit, prioritizing passenger safety over operational convenience.

• ABC is airing "Disney Celebrates America," a 24-hour Independence Day special that begins on Friday, July 3. • The event will be available for viewing on ABC and will stream on Disney+ and Hulu. • The celebration concludes with one of the nation's largest fireworks and drone displays, featuring a live performance by the Grammy Award-winning Nashville Symphony.