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DALLAS , Dec. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NexPoint Real Estate Finance, Inc. (NYSE: NREF) (the "Company") today announced a dividend for its 8.50% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (NYSE: NREF PRA) of $0.53125 per share. The dividend will be payable on January 27, 2025 , to stockholders of record at the close of business on January 15, 2025 . About NexPoint Real Estate Finance, Inc. NexPoint Real Estate Finance, Inc., is a publicly traded REIT, with its common stock and Series A Preferred Stock listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "NREF" and "NREF PRA," respectively, primarily focused on originating, structuring and investing in first-lien mortgage loans, mezzanine loans, preferred equity, convertible notes, multifamily properties and common equity investments, as well as multifamily and single-family rental commercial mortgage-backed securities securitizations, promissory notes and mortgage-backed securities. More information about the Company is available at nref.nexpoint.com . CONTACTS Investor Relations Kristen Griffith IR@nexpoint.com Media Relations Prosek Partners for NexPoint pro-nexpoint@prosek.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/nexpoint-real-estate-finance-inc-announces-series-a-preferred-stock-dividend-302339003.html SOURCE NexPoint Real Estate Finance, Inc.Five takeaways from Tinubu’s maiden media chat

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Before him, artists like Jannis Kounellis, Mona Hatoum and others have used human hair to evoke primal connections to the body and to explore themes of exile and identity. Other artists, such as Felix Gonzalez-Torres, Wenda Gu and Sonya Clark, have also employed hair to address issues of cultural heritage and personal identity. Hair, with its strong associations to the body, becomes a vessel for expressing intimate, social and historical narratives. Another exhibit using human hair. Each piece operates on both a physical and psychological level. Cutajar’s work could be interpreted by using psychoanalytic theories. Hair, in the artist’s compositions, symbolises complex emotions and unconscious drives, echoing Freudian, Jungian and Lacanian ideas. Freudian theories suggest that hair may represent libidinal energy and childhood fixation, while Jung views hair as an archetype tied to vitality and the process of individuation. 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OpenAI is contemplating a bold entry into the world of humanoid robotics. The tech giant is eyeing the development of humanoid robots, although its other projects, such as advanced AI reasoning models and automation agents, remain higher on its priority ladder. Earlier this year, OpenAI demonstrated its interest in the robotics arena by joining a significant $675 million investment in the startup Figure. Figure unveiled its humanoid robot, Figure 01, which features a neural network enabling it to complete tasks like handing an apple to a person and organizing kitchenware. OpenAI’s potential launch into humanoid robotics signals a strategic ambition to widen its footprint across various technological fronts, from search engines to data center operations. Despite this futuristic vision, the move hints at increased dependence on international collaborations, particularly with China. The Asian nation plays a pivotal role in the global robotics supply chain and manufacturing, making it a crucial partner for such initiatives. OpenAI’s journey into the realm of robotics traces back to its renewed project focused on creating a “universal robot.” Originally spearheaded by co-founder Wojciech Zaremba, this initiative represents another intriguing chapter in OpenAI’s evolving narrative as it explores cutting-edge technologies and maintains its competitive edge in the tech landscape. OpenAI’s Bold Robotics Venture: What’s at Stake? The news of OpenAI’s tentative foray into humanoid robotics has piqued the interest of tech enthusiasts and industry experts alike. While the bulk of the company’s resources remains committed to refining advanced AI models, this potential expansion into robotics reveals intriguing possibilities and challenges for the tech giant. Innovations at the Forefront of Robotics OpenAI’s involvement in the robotics sector, highlighted by its significant investment in the startup Figure, underscores its commitment to exploring the intersecting realms of AI and robotics. Already, Figure has made headlines with its humanoid robot, Figure 01, which is designed with a neural network capable of performing intricate tasks, such as passing an apple to a person. This capability showcases the potential of integrating AI with robotics to create machines that can perform complex, human-like tasks. Strategic Collaboration and Global Dynamics OpenAI’s potential endeavors in humanoid robotics also underline a broader theme of international collaboration, especially with major players like China. Known for its dominance in the global robotics supply chain and manufacturing, China stands as an indispensable partner. OpenAI’s engagement with Chinese entities could facilitate a smoother venture into hardware production, notwithstanding geopolitical challenges and the need for strategic alliances. Market Insights and Future Trends The global humanoid robotics market is expected to experience substantial growth, driven by advancements in AI and machine learning technologies. OpenAI’s entry could potentially accelerate innovation and competition in this arena. Their extensive experience in AI would offer a unique edge, potentially bridging gaps between AI development and robotic functionality. Challenges and Considerations Despite these prospects, OpenAI faces significant hurdles. Developing humanoid robots requires not only technological expertise but also substantial investments in research, development, and production infrastructure. Furthermore, understanding and navigating the ethical implications of deploying humanoid robots is crucial, given the societal impact they may have on labor markets and day-to-day interactions. Conclusion OpenAI’s potential journey into humanoid robotics epitomizes its ambition to diversify its tech portfolio. By leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies, engaging in strategic international collaborations, and keenly assessing market trends, OpenAI might well redefine the intersection of AI and robotics in the years ahead. While this venture presents formidable challenges, it also offers unparalleled opportunities to push the boundaries of innovation.

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NoneNEW ORLEANS (AP) — A scruffy little fugitive is on the lam again in New Orleans, gaining fame as he outwits a tenacious band of citizens armed with night-vision binoculars, nets and a tranquilizer rifle. Scrim, a 17-pound mutt that's mostly terrier, has become a folk hero, inspiring tattoos, T-shirts and even a ballad as he eludes capture from the posse of volunteers. And like any antihero, Scrim has a backstory: Rescued from semi-feral life at a trailer park and adopted from a shelter, the dog broke loose in April and scurried around the city until he was cornered in October and brought to a new home. Weeks later, he'd had enough. Scrim leaped out of a second-story window, a desperate act recorded in a now-viral video. Since then, despite a stream of daily sightings, he's roamed free. The dog’s fans include Myra and Steve Foster, who wrote “Ode to Scrim” to the tune of Ricky Nelson’s 1961 hit, “I’m a Travelin’ Man.” Leading the recapture effort is Michelle Cheramie, a 55-year-old former information technology professional. She lost everything — home, car, possessions — in Hurricane Katrina in 2005, and in the aftermath, found her calling rescuing pets. “I was like, ‘This is what I should be doing,’” Cheramie said. “I was born to rescue.” She launched Zeus’ Rescues, a nonprofit shelter that now averages 600 cat and dog adoptions a year and offers free pet food to anyone who needs it. She helped Scrim find the home he first escaped from. It was Cheramie's window Scrim leaped from in November. She's resumed her relentless mission since then, posting flyers on telephone poles and logging social media updates on his reported whereabouts. She's invested thousands of dollars on wildlife cameras, thermal sensors and other gear. She took a course offered by the San Diego Zoo on the finer points of tranquilizing animals. And she's developed a network of volunteers — the kind of neighbors who are willing to grid-search a city at 3 a.m. People like writer David W. Brown, who manages a crowd-sourced Google Map of all known Scrim sightings. He says the search has galvanized residents from all walks of life to come together. As they search for Scrim, they hand out supplies to people in need. “Being a member of the community is seeing problems and doing what you can to make life a little better for the people around here and the animals around you,” Brown said. And neighbors like Tammy Murray, who had to close her furniture store and lost her father to Parkinson's disease. This search, she says, got her mojo back. “Literally, for months, I’ve done nothing but hunt this dog,” said Murray, 53. “I feel like Wile E. Coyote on a daily basis with him.” Murray drives the Zeus' Rescues' van towards reported Scrim sightings. She also handles a tactical net launcher, which looks like an oversized flashlight and once misfired, shattering the van's window as Scrim sped away. After realizing Scrim had come to recognize the sound of the van's diesel engine, Murray switched to a Vespa scooter, for stealth. Near-misses have been tantalizing. The search party spotted Scrim napping beneath an elevated house, and wrapped construction netting around the perimeter, but an over-eager volunteer broke ranks and dashed forward, leaving an opening Scrim slipped through. Scrim's repeated escapades have prompted near-daily local media coverage and a devoted online following. Cheramie can relate. “We’re all running from something or to something. He's doing that too,” she said. Cheramie's team dreams of placing the pooch in a safe and loving environment. But a social media chorus growing under the hashtag #FreeScrim has other ideas — they say the runaway should be allowed a life of self-determination. The animal rescue volunteers consider that misguided. “The streets of New Orleans are not the place for a dog to be free,” Cheramie said. “It’s too dangerous.” Scrim was a mess when Cheramie briefly recaptured him in October, with matted fur, missing teeth and a tattered ear. His trembling body was scraped and bruised, and punctured by multiple projectiles. A vet removed one, but decided against operating to take out a possible bullet. The dog initially appeared content indoors, sitting in Cheramie's lap or napping beside her bed. Then while she was out one day, Scrim chewed through a mesh screen, dropped 13 feet to the ground and squeezed through a gap in the fence, trotting away. Murray said Cheramie's four cats probably spooked him. “I wholeheartedly believe the gangster-ass cats were messing with him,” Murray said. Cheramie thinks they may have gotten territorial. Devastated but undeterred, the pair is reassessing where Scrim might fit best — maybe a secure animal sanctuary with big outdoor spaces where other dogs can keep him company. Somewhere, Murray says, “where he can just breathe and be.” Brook is a corps member for The Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. Follow Brook on the social platform X: @jack_brook96