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‘Thank God we have video’: Minnesota’s escalating fights over eyewitness footage

‘Thank God we have video’: Minnesota’s escalating fights over eyewitness footage

‘Thank God we have video’: Minnesota’s escalating fights over eyewitness footage
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Thousands of flights canceled as major winter storm moves across the US

Thousands of flights have been canceled for the weekend across the U.S. as a monster storm began wreaking havoc across much of the country

Thousands of flights canceled as major winter storm moves across the US
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|Travel

Atlanta airport rolling out new equipment to keep the runways open after the winter storm

Atlanta airport rolling out new equipment to keep the runways open after the winter storm

Atlanta airport rolling out new equipment to keep the runways open after the winter storm
Political|Science|Technology|World

Pope Leo warns of ‘overly affectionate’ AI chatbots

Pope Leo warns of ‘overly affectionate’ AI chatbots

Pope Leo warns of ‘overly affectionate’ AI chatbots
Business|Technology

Toyota recalls 162,000 trucks over faulty screens

Toyota announced Friday it would recall about 162,000 pickup trucks in the United States after it was discovered that the vehicles’ multimedia displays could compromise driver safety

Toyota recalls 162,000 trucks over faulty screens
Asia|Europe|Food|Technology|Travel

Gorgeous islands that tourism hasn’t swallowed whole

Gorgeous islands that tourism hasn’t swallowed whole

Gorgeous islands that tourism hasn’t swallowed whole
Business|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

More than half the US threatened with ice, snow and cold in massive winter storm

Forecasters say over half the U.S. population could be affected by snow, ice or bitter cold as a winter storm sweeps across the county

More than half the US threatened with ice, snow and cold in massive winter storm
Business|Education|Science|Technology

Meta pauses teen access to AI characters

Meta is halting teens’ access to artificial intelligence characters, at least temporarily, the company said in a blog post Friday

Meta pauses teen access to AI characters
Arts|Business|Technology

What to know about the deal to keep TikTok in US

TikTok has at last finalized a deal to keep the popular video sharing platform operating in the U.S. after years of uncertainty

What to know about the deal to keep TikTok in US
Arts|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Justice Department charges ex-government contractor with leaking to Washington Post reporter

Justice Department charges ex-government contractor with leaking to Washington Post reporter

Justice Department charges ex-government contractor with leaking to Washington Post reporter
Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

What weather apps sometimes miss about dangerous winter storm conditions

That snowflake icon on your smartphone app might be quick and handy — it just might not be as accurate as a human when the weather gets rough

What weather apps sometimes miss about dangerous winter storm conditions
Opinion|Science|Technology

NASA is about to send people to the moon — in a spacecraft not everyone thinks is safe to fly

NASA is about to send people to the moon — in a spacecraft not everyone thinks is safe to fly

NASA is about to send people to the moon — in a spacecraft not everyone thinks is safe to fly
Arts|Economy|Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

Feeling unprepared for the AI boom? You’re not alone

As businesses race to adopt AI, you might worry that the experience and expertise you’ve built up has become a lot less valuable. But you still have more control over your future than you think.

Feeling unprepared for the AI boom? You’re not alone
Health|Science|Technology

Rheumatoid arthritis has no cure – but researchers are homing in on preventing it

New research could allow health care providers to identify and treat patients at risk for rheumatoid arthritis before the disease progresses.

Rheumatoid arthritis has no cure – but researchers are homing in on preventing it
Technology|Travel

Still don’t have a REAL ID? Get ready for a $45 fee

Still don’t have a REAL ID? Get ready for a $45 fee

Still don’t have a REAL ID? Get ready for a $45 fee
Business|Economy|Education|Political|Technology

Network shutdown leaves Wisconsin lawmakers meeting outside of public view

The shutdown of Wisconsin’s version of C-SPAN amid a shortfall of fundraising has left the state as perhaps the only one in the country where its legislative floor debates are not being broadcast

Network shutdown leaves Wisconsin lawmakers meeting outside of public view
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Trump steals the show in Davos with a mixed bag of rhetoric and results at elite gathering

U.S. President Donald Trump has taken center stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos, overshadowing discussions on AI and renewable energy

Trump steals the show in Davos with a mixed bag of rhetoric and results at elite gathering
Environment|Europe|Sports|Technology|World

Italian expert's manufactured snow will play big role at the Milan Cortina Games

Davide Cerato will play a major role in skiing and snowboarding events at the upcoming Olympics, but he won’t be competing

Italian expert's manufactured snow will play big role at the Milan Cortina Games
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Technology

Democratic senators sound the alarm on Pentagon backing firms linked to Donald Trump Jr.

Democratic senators sound the alarm on Pentagon backing firms linked to Donald Trump Jr.

Democratic senators sound the alarm on Pentagon backing firms linked to Donald Trump Jr.
Business|Entertainment|Technology|World

TikTok finalizes a deal to form a new American entity

TikTok has finalized a deal to create a new American entity, avoiding the looming threat of a ban in the U.S. that has been in discussion for years

TikTok finalizes a deal to form a new American entity
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The deal to secure TikTok’s future in the US has finally closed

The deal to secure TikTok’s future in the US has finally closed

The deal to secure TikTok’s future in the US has finally closed
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Huge US winter storm to bring crippling snow, sleet and ice from Texas to Boston

A massive winter storm is barreling toward the eastern U.S., threatening to bring severe ice and snow from Texas to Boston

Huge US winter storm to bring crippling snow, sleet and ice from Texas to Boston
Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Technology|World

Maine governor questions ‘secret arrests,' sheriff says ICE targeted one of his recruits

Maine Gov. Janet Mills challenged federal immigration officials to provide arrest warrants, real-time numbers and information about detainees amid a sweeping enforcement operation, saying the state has been left in the dark as fear spreads in immigrant communities

Maine governor questions ‘secret arrests,' sheriff says ICE targeted one of his recruits
Business|Crime|Finance|Technology

Under Armour looking into data breach affecting customers' email addresses

Clothing retailer Under Armour is investigating a recent data breach that purloined customers' email addresses and other personal information, but so far there are no signs the hackers stole any passwords or financial information

Under Armour looking into data breach affecting customers' email addresses
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology|US|World

NASA and families of fallen astronauts mark 40th anniversary of space shuttle Challenger accident

Families of the astronauts lost in the space shuttle Challenger accident are marking that tragic day 40 years ago

NASA and families of fallen astronauts mark 40th anniversary of space shuttle Challenger accident
Environment|Science|Technology

Scientists find unlikely new way to track space junk: sonic booms in the atmosphere

Scientists find unlikely new way to track space junk: sonic booms in the atmosphere

Scientists find unlikely new way to track space junk: sonic booms in the atmosphere
Business|Technology|World

Qatari jet-turned-Air Force One expected to be delivered this summer, Air Force says

Qatari jet-turned-Air Force One expected to be delivered this summer, Air Force says

Qatari jet-turned-Air Force One expected to be delivered this summer, Air Force says
Business|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Utah's first-of-its-kind water reclamation facility transforms toilet water into water plants crave

Utah's first-of-its-kind water reclamation facility transforms toilet water into water plants crave

Utah's first-of-its-kind water reclamation facility transforms toilet water into water plants crave
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Nuclear reactor owned by Fukushima plant operator TEPCO to shut down again hours after restart

The world's largest nuclear power plant is shutting down a reactor due to a glitch

Nuclear reactor owned by Fukushima plant operator TEPCO to shut down again hours after restart
Business|Economy|Technology

Microsoft's plan for 15 new data centers in Wisconsin town moves forward

Microsoft's plan for 15 new data centers in Wisconsin town moves forward

Microsoft's plan for 15 new data centers in Wisconsin town moves forward
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Big tech is increasingly promising to pay for spiking power costs. But there’s not much to enforce it

Big tech is increasingly promising to pay for spiking power costs. But there’s not much to enforce it

Big tech is increasingly promising to pay for spiking power costs. But there’s not much to enforce it
Business|Crime|Health|Science|Technology

Couple sues IVF clinic after DNA test reveals baby isn’t theirs

Couple sues IVF clinic after DNA test reveals baby isn’t theirs

Couple sues IVF clinic after DNA test reveals baby isn’t theirs
Africa|Health|Science|Technology|World

Rwanda to test AI-powered technology in clinics under a new Gates Foundation project

Rwanda will test technology powered by artificial intelligence in more than 50 health clinics as part of a new initiative by the Gates Foundation to support 1,000 clinics across Africa with the aim to improve health care services

Rwanda to test AI-powered technology in clinics under a new Gates Foundation project
Business|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Google offers users option to plug AI mode into their photos, email for more personalized answers

Google is leveraging its artificial intelligence technology to open a new peephole for its dominant search engine to tailor answers that draw upon people’s interests, habits, travel itineraries and photo libraries

Google offers users option to plug AI mode into their photos, email for more personalized answers
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel

A massive winter storm is coming. Don’t make these mistakes as you prepare

A massive winter storm is coming. Don’t make these mistakes as you prepare

A massive winter storm is coming. Don’t make these mistakes as you prepare
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Study shows how earthquake monitors can track space junk through sonic booms

A new study shows how earthquake monitors can better track space junk by tuning into their sonic booms

Study shows how earthquake monitors can track space junk through sonic booms
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

America’s next big critical minerals source could be coal mine pollution – if we can agree on who owns it

Coal mines are notorious sources of acid mine drainage, but the orange sludge that threatens water supplies and wildlife also contains valuable rare earth elements.

America’s next big critical minerals source could be coal mine pollution – if we can agree on who owns it
Business|Health|Science|Technology

What to know about FDA's review of new Zyn advertising proposal

Americans who smoke may soon be hearing a lot more about Zyn

What to know about FDA's review of new Zyn advertising proposal
Arts|Opinion|Science|Technology

AI-induced cultural stagnation is no longer speculation − it’s already happening

AI-mediated culture is already being filtered in ways that favor the familiar, the describable and the conventional.

AI-induced cultural stagnation is no longer speculation − it’s already happening
Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

‘Expertise’ shouldn’t be a bad word – expert consensus guides science and society

Expertise comes with training, experience and accreditation. And expert consensus is the best guide modern democracies have for making decisions about complicated challenges.

‘Expertise’ shouldn’t be a bad word – expert consensus guides science and society
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Hacking the grid: How digital sabotage turns infrastructure into a weapon

The US used a cyberattack to turn off power in Caracas during the raid to seize Maduro. The US grid is also vulnerable to this kind of attack.

Hacking the grid: How digital sabotage turns infrastructure into a weapon
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Federal authorities have called those who monitor ICE ‘domestic terrorists.’ Here’s what we know

Federal authorities have called those who monitor ICE ‘domestic terrorists.’ Here’s what we know

Federal authorities have called those who monitor ICE ‘domestic terrorists.’ Here’s what we know
Arts|Interview|Technology|Travel|World

Ai Weiwei quietly returns to China after a decade: ‘It felt like a phone call suddenly reconnecting’

Ai Weiwei quietly returns to China after a decade: ‘It felt like a phone call suddenly reconnecting’

Ai Weiwei quietly returns to China after a decade: ‘It felt like a phone call suddenly reconnecting’
Arts|Crime|Economy|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|World

Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge's warrant, memo says

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement memo obtained by The Associated Press reveals that the agency allows immigration officers to forcibly enter homes to make arrests without a judicial warrant

Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge's warrant, memo says
Business|Crime|Technology|US

Elizabeth Holmes asks Trump to let her out of prison early

Elizabeth Holmes asks Trump to let her out of prison early

Elizabeth Holmes asks Trump to let her out of prison early
Business|Economy|Technology|World

As Trump talks tariffs, his Argentine ally welcomes a first shipload of Chinese EVs

The vast field of over 5,800 electric and hybrid vehicles gleamed on the cargo deck of the BYD Changzhou, an Chinese container vessel unloading Wednesday at a river port in eastern Argentina

As Trump talks tariffs, his Argentine ally welcomes a first shipload of Chinese EVs
Health|Science|Technology|World

Astronauts say space station's ultrasound machine was critical during medical crisis

The astronauts evacuated last week from the International Space Station say a portable ultrasound machine came in “super handy" during the medical crisis

Astronauts say space station's ultrasound machine was critical during medical crisis
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Electrical issue that grounded Trump’s flight raises questions about aging Air Force One aircraft

Electrical issue that grounded Trump’s flight raises questions about aging Air Force One aircraft

Electrical issue that grounded Trump’s flight raises questions about aging Air Force One aircraft
Business|Europe|Technology

Ryanair CEO dismisses Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline as verbal feud escalates

Ryanair's CEO Michael O'Leary is dismissing Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline and shrugging off his insults

Ryanair CEO dismisses Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline as verbal feud escalates
Crime|Technology|World

Washington Post seeks court order for government to return electronics seized from reporter's home

The Washington Post has asked a federal court for an order requiring federal authorities to return electronic devices that they seized from a Post reporter’s Virginia home last week

Washington Post seeks court order for government to return electronics seized from reporter's home
Business|Entertainment|Technology

This just in from The New York Times: Its first 2-player game, and an evolving business model

There's a lot more to The New York Times than its news stories, and that's by design

This just in from The New York Times: Its first 2-player game, and an evolving business model
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Despite its steep environmental costs, AI might also help save the planet

Artificial intelligence systems have big environmental costs but are also finding ways to save energy and water, cut emissions and make businesses more efficient.

Despite its steep environmental costs, AI might also help save the planet
Business|Europe|Technology|Travel

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary welcomes public feud with Elon Musk

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary welcomes public feud with Elon Musk

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary welcomes public feud with Elon Musk
Arts|Crime|Science|Technology|World

Filming ICE is legal but exposes you to digital tracking – here’s how to minimize the risk

Federal agents have pepper-sprayed, tackled and detained people recording their actions. If you post your recordings of agents, you also risk the feds tracking you and those around you.

Filming ICE is legal but exposes you to digital tracking – here’s how to minimize the risk
Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Antibiotic resistance could undo a century of medical progress – but four advances are changing the story

Antibiotics transformed health care for the better, but their diminishing effectiveness may soon be its undoing. Researchers are studying ways to fight back against resistance.

Antibiotic resistance could undo a century of medical progress – but four advances are changing the story
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Technology

Edmunds tests the BMW X5 and Mercedes GLE seeking the better luxury plug-in SUV

If practicality, fuel economy, and premium amenities are all high on the list of priorities for your next vehicle purchase, a luxury plug-in hybrid sport-utility vehicle might be just what you’re looking for

Edmunds tests the BMW X5 and Mercedes GLE seeking the better luxury plug-in SUV
Business|Political|Technology|Travel

Trump once again en route to Davos after ‘minor electrical issue’ forced Air Force One to turn back

Trump once again en route to Davos after ‘minor electrical issue’ forced Air Force One to turn back

Trump once again en route to Davos after ‘minor electrical issue’ forced Air Force One to turn back
Science|Technology|Travel

What it was like to pilot the supersonic Concorde jet

What it was like to pilot the supersonic Concorde jet

What it was like to pilot the supersonic Concorde jet
Business|Economy|Technology|World

FTC says it will appeal Meta antitrust decision

The Federal Trade Commission said Tuesday it will appeal the November ruling in favor of Meta in its antitrust case against the social media giant

FTC says it will appeal Meta antitrust decision
Business|Political|Technology|Travel|World

Air Force One returns to Washington area due to minor electrical issue, White House says

President Donald Trump’s plane, Air Force One, has safely returned to Joint Base Andrews about an hour after departing for Switzerland on Tuesday evening

Air Force One returns to Washington area due to minor electrical issue, White House says
Business|Crime|Technology|US

DOGE shared Social Security data to unauthorized server, according to court filing

DOGE shared Social Security data to unauthorized server, according to court filing

DOGE shared Social Security data to unauthorized server, according to court filing
Science|Technology|World

NASA astronaut Suni Williams retires months after return from troubled mission to orbit

NASA astronaut Suni Williams retires months after return from troubled mission to orbit

NASA astronaut Suni Williams retires months after return from troubled mission to orbit
Education|Health|Science|Technology|World

NASA astronaut who was stuck at the space station for months retires within a year of returning

NASA's Suni Williams — one of two astronauts stuck for months at the International Space Station — has retired

NASA astronaut who was stuck at the space station for months retires within a year of returning
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Amazon CEO: Prices have gone up from tariffs

Amazon CEO: Prices have gone up from tariffs

Amazon CEO: Prices have gone up from tariffs
Economy|Environment|Opinion|Science|Technology

Trump’s stated reasons for taking Greenland are wrong – but the tactics fit with the plan to limit China’s economic interests

A 1951 defense agreement between the United States and Denmark allows the US to build military installations on Greenland to protect the region.

Trump’s stated reasons for taking Greenland are wrong – but the tactics fit with the plan to limit China’s economic interests
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Netflix delivers solid 4th quarter, but stock sinks amid worries about slowing subscriber growth

Netflix capped last year with another solid financial performance despite slowing subscriber growth that underscored the importance of its contested $72 billion bid to take over Warner Bros

Netflix delivers solid 4th quarter, but stock sinks amid worries about slowing subscriber growth
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

'It's been really pretty': Stargazers gather in Placerville for glimpse of Northern Lights

'It's been really pretty': Stargazers gather in Placerville for glimpse of Northern Lights

'It's been really pretty': Stargazers gather in Placerville for glimpse of Northern Lights
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Netflix intensifies bid for Warner Bros making its $72 billion offer all cash

Netflix is now offering to buy Warner Bros

Netflix intensifies bid for Warner Bros making its $72 billion offer all cash
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Finance|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Sports|Technology|World

New court doc asserts former Obama WH counsel advised Jeffrey Epstein during critical reputational and legal battles

New court doc asserts former Obama WH counsel advised Jeffrey Epstein during critical reputational and legal battles

New court doc asserts former Obama WH counsel advised Jeffrey Epstein during critical reputational and legal battles
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU plans phase out of high risk telecom suppliers, in proposals seen as targeting China

The European Union plans to phase out telecom gear from companies in "high risk" countries, targeting Chinese firms like Huawei and ZTE

EU plans phase out of high risk telecom suppliers, in proposals seen as targeting China
Crime|Education|Technology

Mom advocates for silent panic alarm technology in Tennessee schools statewide

Mom advocates for silent panic alarm technology in Tennessee schools statewide

Mom advocates for silent panic alarm technology in Tennessee schools statewide
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Health|Political|Sports|Technology|World

Donald Trump thanks you for your attention to these matters in his second term

President Donald Trump has commanded attention during his second term

Donald Trump thanks you for your attention to these matters in his second term
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Some hard-earned lessons from Detroit on how to protect the safety net for community partners in research

Stipends paid to residents had unintended consequences.

Some hard-earned lessons from Detroit on how to protect the safety net for community partners in research
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Supergiant star Betelgeuse is full of mysteries. New observations might solve the biggest one

Supergiant star Betelgeuse is full of mysteries. New observations might solve the biggest one

Supergiant star Betelgeuse is full of mysteries. New observations might solve the biggest one
Business|Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

AI cannot automate science – a philosopher explains the uniquely human aspects of doing research

While AI can streamline certain parts of the scientific process, a philosopher argues that it cannot replace human expertise and collaboration.

AI cannot automate science – a philosopher explains the uniquely human aspects of doing research
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Russia batters Ukraine's power grid again as officials seek momentum in US-led peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that Russia has launched more than 300 drones and missiles in a nighttime attack on Ukraine's power grid

Russia batters Ukraine's power grid again as officials seek momentum in US-led peace talks
Education|Health|Technology|World

British leader says ’no option off the table’ as UK considers Australia-style teen social media ban

The British government is considering banning young teenagers from social media to protect them from harmful content and excessive screen time

British leader says ’no option off the table’ as UK considers Australia-style teen social media ban
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery. Now, it’s all cash

Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery. Now, it’s all cash

Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery. Now, it’s all cash
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Parts of the US could see northern lights Monday

The aurora could be visible across Canada and much of the northern U.S. following a major disturbance in the Earth’s magnetic field

Parts of the US could see northern lights Monday
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

NYSE working on a new platform for trading digital tokens around the clock

The New York Stock Exchange is working on a digital platform that would enable investors to trade digital tokens around the clock

NYSE working on a new platform for trading digital tokens around the clock
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Sun releases the largest solar radiation storm ‘in over 20 years,’ forecasters say

Sun releases the largest solar radiation storm ‘in over 20 years,’ forecasters say

Sun releases the largest solar radiation storm ‘in over 20 years,’ forecasters say
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology

NBA announces All-Star Game starters, with 1st version of U.S. vs. The World format now on its way

Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo, Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Denver’s Nikola Jokic, the Los Angeles Lakers’ Luka Doncic, Golden State's Stephen Curry, New York’s Jalen Brunson, Detroit’s Cade Cunningham, Philadelphia’s Tyrese Maxey, Boston’s Jaylen Brown and San San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama were announced as NBA All-Star starters Monday

NBA announces All-Star Game starters, with 1st version of U.S. vs. The World format now on its way
Political|Science|Technology|World

Analysts warn that Iran crisis carries potential nuclear risks

In the wake of spiraling tensions between the United States and Iran over Tehran’s violent crackdown of protests, analysts warn that internal upheaval or a potential collapse of the Iranian government could carry nuclear risks

Analysts warn that Iran crisis carries potential nuclear risks
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Technology

6 families sue TikTok over deaths of their children after apparent 'choking challenge'

6 families sue TikTok over deaths of their children after apparent 'choking challenge'

6 families sue TikTok over deaths of their children after apparent 'choking challenge'
Economy|Health|Science|Technology

Alabama's robotic ultrasound plan raises concerns from OB-GYNs

Alabama's robotic ultrasound plan raises concerns from OB-GYNs

Alabama's robotic ultrasound plan raises concerns from OB-GYNs
Education|Technology

Go Caboodle: New site gives parents control over what content kids view

Go Caboodle: New site gives parents control over what content kids view

Go Caboodle: New site gives parents control over what content kids view
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Are there thunderstorms on Mars? A planetary scientist explains the red planet’s dry, dusty storms

A rover recently captured sounds of lightning crackling on Mars, over a decade after scientists uncovered the first evidence for electric discharges on the planet.

Are there thunderstorms on Mars? A planetary scientist explains the red planet’s dry, dusty storms
Science|Technology

An ultrathin coating for electronics looked like a miracle insulator − but a hidden leak fooled researchers for over a decade

A new study investigated the source of a leak in a ‘miracle measurement’ from 2010 – and engineers found a potential solution.

An ultrathin coating for electronics looked like a miracle insulator − but a hidden leak fooled researchers for over a decade
Arts|Entertainment|Sports|Technology

What to Stream: 'The Smashing Machine,' Louis Tomlinson, 'The Beauty' and Bruce Springsteen biopic

Dwayne Johnson transforming into MMA pioneer Mark Kerr for “The Smashing Machine” and Louis Tomlinson releasing his third solo album are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you

What to Stream: 'The Smashing Machine,' Louis Tomlinson, 'The Beauty' and Bruce Springsteen biopic
Business|Economy|Political|Technology

Trump's voice in a new Fannie Mae ad is generated by artificial intelligence, with his permission

What sounds like President Donald Trump narrating a new Fannie Mae ad actually is an AI-cloned voice reading text, according to a disclaimer in the video

Trump's voice in a new Fannie Mae ad is generated by artificial intelligence, with his permission
Arts|Crime|Economy|Election|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|World

1,500 soldiers on standby for possible Minnesota deployment, source says, as state mobilizes National Guard

1,500 soldiers on standby for possible Minnesota deployment, source says, as state mobilizes National Guard

1,500 soldiers on standby for possible Minnesota deployment, source says, as state mobilizes National Guard
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Here’s how AI data centers affect the electrical grid

Here’s how AI data centers affect the electrical grid

Here’s how AI data centers affect the electrical grid
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Trump’s double pardon underscores sweeping use of clemency

Trump’s double pardon underscores sweeping use of clemency

Trump’s double pardon underscores sweeping use of clemency
Science|Technology|Travel|World

NASA's new moon rocket moves to the pad ahead of astronaut launch as early as February

NASA's giant new moon rocket is finally at the launch pad

NASA's new moon rocket moves to the pad ahead of astronaut launch as early as February
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Climate activist predicts high electricity prices and Trump's attacks on green energy will hurt GOP

Longtime climate activist Bill McKibben finds hope in solar energy despite the Trump administration rolling back environmental regulations and freezing offshore wind projects

Climate activist predicts high electricity prices and Trump's attacks on green energy will hurt GOP
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|Technology|Travel|World

FAA urges pilots to exercise caution over eastern Pacific, citing 'military activities'

The Federal Aviation Administration is urging U.S. aircraft operators to “exercise caution” when flying over the eastern Pacific Ocean near Mexico, Central America and parts of South America, citing “military activities” and satellite navigation interference

FAA urges pilots to exercise caution over eastern Pacific, citing 'military activities'
Business|Environment|Science|Technology

Judge allows a third offshore wind project to resume construction as the industry challenges Trump

A federal judge has ruled that work on a Virginia offshore wind project could resume

Judge allows a third offshore wind project to resume construction as the industry challenges Trump
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology

Mother of Elon Musk's child sues his AI company over sexual deepfake images created by Grok

The mother of one of Elon Musk's children is suing his AI company over deepfake images of her on the internet

Mother of Elon Musk's child sues his AI company over sexual deepfake images created by Grok
Arts|Business|Crime|Lifestyle|Technology

Mother of Elon Musk’s son sues his xAI over AI-deepfake images

Mother of Elon Musk’s son sues his xAI over AI-deepfake images

Mother of Elon Musk’s son sues his xAI over AI-deepfake images
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

ChatGPT's free ride is ending: Here's what OpenAI plans for advertising on the chatbot

OpenAI plans to introduce ads for ChatGPT users who aren't paying for the premium version

ChatGPT's free ride is ending: Here's what OpenAI plans for advertising on the chatbot
Technology

ChatGPT to start showing users ads based on their conversations

ChatGPT to start showing users ads based on their conversations

ChatGPT to start showing users ads based on their conversations
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Stocks edge a bit below their latest records on Wall Street

Stocks edged a bit lower on Wall Street as the first week of corporate earnings season closes out with markets trading near record levels

Stocks edge a bit below their latest records on Wall Street
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Chinese EVs are making inroads in North America. That worries industry experts

China’s rapid development of electric vehicles had competitors concerned even before Canada this week agreed to cut its tariffs on EVs in exchange for concessions on Canadian farm products

Chinese EVs are making inroads in North America. That worries industry experts
Crime|Technology

Supreme Court will decide on use of warrants that collect the location history of cellphone users

The Supreme Court has agreed to decide the constitutionality of broad search warrants that collect the location history of cellphone users to find people near crime scenes

Supreme Court will decide on use of warrants that collect the location history of cellphone users
Crime|Technology

Supreme Court agrees to decide if police can seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations

Supreme Court agrees to decide if police can seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations

Supreme Court agrees to decide if police can seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

White House and governors pressure grid operator to boost power supply, slow electricity price hikes

The White House and a bipartisan group of governors are taking aim at power shortages and price spikes from data centers for artificial intelligence

White House and governors pressure grid operator to boost power supply, slow electricity price hikes
Health|Science|Technology

The first ‘across the bridge’: Man who received experimental pig kidney transplant now has a human organ

The first ‘across the bridge’: Man who received experimental pig kidney transplant now has a human organ

The first ‘across the bridge’: Man who received experimental pig kidney transplant now has a human organ
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YouTube relaxes monetization policy on videos with controversial content

YouTube is updating its guidelines for videos containing what advertisers define as controversial content, like abortion and self-harm, allowing more creators to earn full ad revenue when they tackle sensitive issues in a nongraphic way

YouTube relaxes monetization policy on videos with controversial content
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Community unites to sustainably restore Santa Cruz's iconic blue whale skeleton

Community unites to sustainably restore Santa Cruz's iconic blue whale skeleton

Community unites to sustainably restore Santa Cruz's iconic blue whale skeleton
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Colorado ranchers and consumers can team up to make beef supply chains more sustainable

Beef is a source of complete protein for humans, but its production results in greenhouse gas emissions.

Colorado ranchers and consumers can team up to make beef supply chains more sustainable
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Iran’s latest internet blackout extends to phones and Starlink

Iran’s internet shutdown cuts off most communication with the outside world during violent repression of national protests.

Iran’s latest internet blackout extends to phones and Starlink
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Raccoons break into liquor stores, scale skyscrapers and pick locks – studying their clever brains can clarify human intelligence, too

Trash pandas’ talent for escaping via lab vents may frustrate researchers, but their problem-solving skills make their brains a fascinating area of research.

Raccoons break into liquor stores, scale skyscrapers and pick locks – studying their clever brains can clarify human intelligence, too
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Deep reading can boost your critical thinking and help you resist misinformation – here’s how to build the skill

Reading comprehension scores are tanking, and fewer Americans are picking up books. But practicing deep reading can help you process content more carefully and keep you from falling for misinformation.

Deep reading can boost your critical thinking and help you resist misinformation – here’s how to build the skill
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Americans are paying more than ever for cars. Cheap models are disappearing

Americans are paying more than ever for cars. Cheap models are disappearing

Americans are paying more than ever for cars. Cheap models are disappearing
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Taiwan hails its ‘best’ trade deal with US, as China protests

Taiwan’s premier has hailed a new trade deal with the United States as the “best tariff deal” enjoyed by countries with trade surpluses with Washington, while an official in Beijing condemned the accord

Taiwan hails its ‘best’ trade deal with US, as China protests
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She set a photo afire, lit a cigarette — and became a symbol of resistance for Iran protesters

A woman in Canada has become a global symbol of defiance against Iran's regime

She set a photo afire, lit a cigarette — and became a symbol of resistance for Iran protesters
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Social media platforms removed 4.7 million accounts after Australia banned them for children

Social media companies have revoked access to about 4.7 million accounts identified as belonging to children in Australia

Social media platforms removed 4.7 million accounts after Australia banned them for children
Environment|Health|Science|Technology|US

NASA SpaceX Crew-11 returns to earth

Four astronauts aboard a SpaceX capsule splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego, ending a weeklong effort to return the crew early prompted by a medical issue involving one crew member.

NASA SpaceX Crew-11 returns to earth
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Wikipedia inks AI deals with Microsoft, Meta and Perplexity as it marks 25th birthday

Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia written by volunteers, is embracing artificial intelligence to mark its 25th anniversary

Wikipedia inks AI deals with Microsoft, Meta and Perplexity as it marks 25th birthday
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Kathleen Kennedy, steward of 'Star Wars,' steps down from Lucasfilm

Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from Lucasfilm after more than 13 years

Kathleen Kennedy, steward of 'Star Wars,' steps down from Lucasfilm
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Good news: World records longest ever lull in nuclear tests. Bad news: It’s on shaky ground

Good news: World records longest ever lull in nuclear tests. Bad news: It’s on shaky ground

Good news: World records longest ever lull in nuclear tests. Bad news: It’s on shaky ground
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CDC studies show value of nationwide wastewater disease surveillance, as potential funding cut looms

Two new studies from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show wastewater monitoring of measles can flag measles spread days to weeks in advance

CDC studies show value of nationwide wastewater disease surveillance, as potential funding cut looms
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What you need to know about Grok and the controversies surrounding it

Elon Musk's AI assistant, Grok, is facing scrutiny from governments worldwide

What you need to know about Grok and the controversies surrounding it
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Global power struggles over the ocean’s finite resources call for creative diplomacy

The expansion of Arctic shipping, scramble for seafloor mining and overfishing are all straining international relationships. But the powers of diplomacy go beyond ocean treaties.

Global power struggles over the ocean’s finite resources call for creative diplomacy