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As the rest of the world rushes to harness the power of artificial intelligence, militant groups also are experimenting with the technology, even if they aren't sure exactly what to do with it. For extremist organizations, AI could be a powerful tool for recruiting new members, churning out realistic deepfake images and refining their cyberattacks, national security experts and spy agencies have warned. Someone posting on a pro-Islamic State group website last month urged other IS supporters to make AI part of their operations. “One of the best things about AI is

Militant groups are experimenting with AI, and the risks are expected to grow

Asian shares slip after Wall Street logs its worst day in 3 weeks

Australian Prime Minister Albanese proposes tougher national gun laws after mass shooting in Sydney

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Warriors coach Kerr laments shooting at Brown, calls again for common-sense gun control laws

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr lamented that he was again speaking about gun violence before a game in Portland seven years after he addressed the horrific mass shooting in Parkland, Florida. Kerr spoke Sunday night before Golden State's game at the Trail Blazers, a day after two people were killed and nine others were wounded in a shooting at Brown University. “It’s just a reminder to me that these shootings continue to happen and there is something we can do about them,” Kerr said. “The loss that all of the people involved last night, the loss t

Another blue wave? Meet the Democrat trying to make it happen and the Republican trying to stop her

Bondi beach was a laid-back haven before a mass shooting horror unfolded

Former Hong Kong pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai convicted in landmark national security trial

Jimmy Lai, the pro-democracy former Hong Kong media mogul and outspoken critic of Beijing, was convicted in a landmark national security trial in the city’s court on Monday, which could send him to prison for the rest of his life. Three government-vetted judges found Lai, 78, guilty of conspiring with others to collude with foreign forces to endanger national security and conspiracy to publish seditious articles. He pleaded not guilty to all charges. Lai, 78, was arrested in August 2020 under a Beijing-imposed national security law that was implemented following

Congress races against the clock to avert skyrocketing health care costs for millions

House Oversight Committee report alleges DC police chief manipulated crime data

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CNN analyst details what we know about the detained person of interest

The person of interest detained in connection with the Brown University shooting, identified by law enforcement sources as Benjamin Erickson, is a decorated soldier who had served in a position at Arlington National Cemetery, according to his LinkedIn profile.Erickson, a 24-year-old Wisconsin native, served as an infantry soldier in the US Army, where he passed sniper training, had experience with firearms instruction and had served as a rifleman between 2021 and 2024, according to the profile.Erickson also received a good conduct medal, participated in “security duties” near the president

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Person of interest in Brown University shooting served in Army, worked at Arlington National Cemetery

As DOJ seeks to recharge Comey, judge deprives prosecutors from accessing key evidence for now

Mahomes tears ACL as Chargers eliminate Chiefs from playoff contention with 16-13 victory

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Democrats want to win back Congress. First they need to weather their primary battles

At least a dozen US House Democrats are already facing primary challenges, as progressives seek to transform a party regaining its footing after 2024 by tapping into voters’ frustration with its leaders ahead of next year’s midterm elections.Unlike past intraparty battles, this current fight is less about policy differences and more about style. A steadily growing group of challengers, backed by groups such as Justice Democrats and former DNC vice chair David Hogg’s Leaders We Deserve, argues the party needs to replace incumbents in safe districts with more inspiring candidates who can b

Powerball jackpot climbs to $1.1 billion after there were no big winners in Saturday’s drawing

The Powerball jackpot continues to grow, reaching an estimated $1.1 billion after there were no big winners in Saturday night’s drawing.The winning numbers Saturday were 1, 28, 31, 57, 58, with a Powerball of 16.While there were no big winners, two tickets – sold in North Carolina and Pennsylvania – won $2 million each, Powerball said.The next drawing is Monday night.This is the second jackpot to hit at least $1 billion this year. Two winners – in Texas and Missouri – split Powerball’s $1.787 billion prize in September. That was the second largest jackpot in US lottery history; the

Brian Walshe faces a first-degree murder charge, but the jury can convict him of a less severe homicide charge. Here’s why

Police search Brown University after shooter kills 2 and wounds 9 on campus

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‘Heroic’ bystander tackles Bondi Beach gunman

At least 11 people were killed in a terror attack on Sunday targeting the Jewish community celebrating the first night of Hannukah at Sydney’s famed Bondi Beach.Around 1,000 people had gathered on a grassy area at Archer Park when at least two gunman opened fire at 6:47 p.m. local time, sending panicked crowds running in all directions.One suspect was killed at the scene, while the other was injured and taken into custody. Police believe a third suspect may have been involved, but they cautioned against speculation as investigations continue.It’s Australia’s worst mass shooting since a m

Former Hong Kong pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai convicted in landmark national security trial

JetBlue flight near Venezuela avoids 'midair collision' with US Air Force tanker

Wisconsin man identified as person of interest in connection with deadly Brown University shooting

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Person of interest in custody in Brown University shooting that left two students dead

PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND (CNN) - The person of interest detained in connection with Saturday's deadly shooting at Brown University has been identified as 24-year-old Benjamin Erickson of Wisconsin, multiple law enforcement sources tell CNN. Authorities have not publicly identified the person in custody.  The shooting left two students dead and nine others injured at the Ivy League school in Providence, Rhode Island. A vigil and community event were held at Lippitt Memorial Park Sunday evening, where Providence Mayor Brett Smiley said residents could come together and “shine a little b

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Belarus frees Nobel Prize laureate Bialiatski, opposition figure Kolesnikova as US lifts sanctions

Belarus freed Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ales Bialiatski, key opposition figure Maria Kolesnikova and dozens of other political prisoners on Saturday, capping two days of talks with Washington aimed at improving ties and getting crippling U.S. sanctions lifted on a key Belarusian agricultural export. President Alexander Lukashenko pardoned 123 prisoners, Belarus’ state news agency, Belta, reported. In exchange, the U.S. said it was lifting sanctions on the Eastern European country's potash sector. A close ally of Russia, Minsk has faced Western isolation and sanc