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Report: Days after hire, Ronna McDaniel forced out at NBC News
In what appears to be a short-lived partnership, NBC News plans to part ways with former Republican National Chair Ronna McDaniel, according to Puck News. The New York Post reported that the pending move comes after network stars, including prominent host Rachel Maddow, and other co-hosts of “Morning Joe,” criticized the decision to bring McDaniel… -
Biden promises federal help in aftermath of Baltimore bridge collapse
President Joe Biden addressed the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, on Tuesday, March 26. During his remarks, President Biden said that search-and-rescue efforts remain the “top priority.” Authorities reported that at least six construction workers remain missing after a large container ship hit a support column on the bridge when… -
DOJ: Millions of Americans victimized in 14-year Chinese hacking scheme
The U.S. Department of Justice disclosed that millions of Americans have been affected by a hacking scheme orchestrated by Chinese nationals. The alleged hackers are accused of cyber espionage and interference in critical infrastructure, targeting politicians, national security officials, journalists and businesses. Both the U.K. and U.S. governments point fingers at the hacking group “Advanced… -
Cocoa crisis: Soaring chocolate costs; global heatwaves, disease
As Easter approaches, the shadow of chocolate despair appears yet again. This time, the cause is the skyrocketing cost of cocoa, which has surged to an unprecedented high of $9,000 per metric ton. These record-breaking prices are attributed to severe heat and drought conditions, especially in key cocoa-producing regions like Africa’s Ivory Coast and Ghana.… -
Controversial deepfake Kari Lake video shows ease of AI disinformation
The Arizona Agenda, a newsletter that covers state politics, created a video using artificial intelligence to manipulate footage and make it seem as if Kari Lake was endorsing its coverage. The video showcased AI’s capabilities to create convincing videos that could blur the line between reality and fiction. Stan Barnes, president of Copper State Consulting… -
GPS disruption in Europe impacts air traffic, experts point to Russian jammers
Over the weekend of March 23, more than 1,600 airplanes encountered interference with navigational signals in Eastern Europe. Aircraft flying in proximity to the Baltic region and several NATO nations in Eastern Europe have reported disruptions to their GPS signals. According to open-source intelligence, jamming affected 1,614 airplanes — predominantly civilian aircraft. Initial reports showed… -
US allows UN cease-fire to pass, prompts Israel to cancel trip to DC
Tensions between the U.S. and Israel flared on Monday, March 25, as the United Nations Security Council passed a resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza, with the United States abstaining from the vote. The move by the U.S. prompted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to cancel a trip to the U.S. by two… -
DOJ launches resource center to keep guns out of hands of high-risk individuals
The Department of Justice announced the establishment of the National Extreme Risk Protection Order Resource Center (ERPO). According to the Justice Department, the ERPO Resource Center will provide training and technical assistance to individuals responsible for implementing laws to prevent those who pose a threat from accessing firearms. People who will receive training include law… -
FDA agrees to take down Ivermectin posts in legal settlement with doctors
The Food and Drug Administration has reportedly agreed to remove and stop reposting several social media messages suggesting that Ivermectin — a drug used by some doctors to treat COVID-19 — is intended for animals and not humans. The move settles a lawsuit by three doctors who accused the FDA of hurting their medical practices.… -
Boom Supersonic makes history with XB-1’s inaugural flight
Boom Supersonic achieved an historic milestone Friday, March 22, as its prototype aircraft, the XB-1, took its inaugural flight, signaling a significant leap forward in reintroducing commercial supersonic aviation. The XB-1 flew over the Mojave Desert, reaching a maximum altitude of 7,120 feet and a top speed of 283 mph before landing safely after a… -
Kate Middleton reveals cancer diagnosis, urges solidarity
Catherine, Princess of Wales, also known as Kate Middleton, said in a video statement released on Friday, March 22, that she has been diagnosed with cancer. The diagnosis comes after what she described as “an incredibly tough couple of months,” according to the BBC. In January, Kate had abdominal surgery in London, which was originally… -
Senate Dems want to boost ICE’s power to arrest undocumented immigrants
Seven Democratic senators and two independents introduced legislation which would allow Immigration and Customs Enforcement to secure judicial warrants to arrest undocumented immigrants who are charged with violent crimes, according to The Hill. The move comes amid a contentious debate over the migrant crisis at the southern border. Three of the bill’s sponsors are up… -
Reddit faces serious misinformation scrutiny now that it’s a public company
After its initial public offering on Thursday, March 21, Reddit is now under increased scrutiny to address misinformation on its platform. Analysts are advising the social media company to improve its content moderation to comply with the heightened regulatory standards of being a public entity. Julian Klymochko, CEO of Accelerate Financial Technologies, expressed concerns that…