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MLB is putting automated balls and strikes to the test in the All Star Game. Some pitchers aren’t exactly thrilled

MLB is putting automated balls and strikes to the test in the All Star Game. Some pitchers aren’t exactly thrilled

Atlanta CNN  —  The hottest topic in Atlanta ahead of Tuesday’s Major League Baseball All-Star Game isn’t a player, a coach or a manager. It’s not even human. For the first time, the midsummer classic is going to be using automated technology to allow pitchers, catchers and batters to challenge balls and strikes – a system that’s been in use …

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Trump’s law of the jungle means U.S. trade deals aren’t worth the paper they’re printed on

Trump’s law of the jungle means U.S. trade deals aren’t worth the paper they’re printed on

When President Trump threatened Brazil with punishing tariffs on Wednesday, there was no fancy mathematical equation trotted out this time as justification.  The 50% levy on goods was retribution for a perceived “witch hunt” against his political ally, Jair Bolsanaro, whose supporters attempted a coup two years ago.  This administration is bringing back the law of the jungle to international trade, according to …

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