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‘Beware!’: Tom Hanks warns of AI ad using his likeness
Tom Hanks warned his fans on Sunday, Oct. 1, of an ad supposedly of the Oscar-winning actor promoting a dental plan. Hanks posted a screenshot of the ad, saying it was not really him, but rather an AI replica, telling everyone to “beware!” Hanks added to the post, “There’s a video out there promoting some… -
Calif. Gov. Newsom appoints Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein’s Senate seat
Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-Calif, announced on Sunday, Oct. 1, the appointment of Laphonza Butler, D-Calif, to the U.S. Senate. Butler will fill the vacant seat following the death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif, on Friday, Sept. 29. Butler will be the first openly LGBTQ person to represent California in the Senate and the second Black… -
Shutdown averted but Congress faces new challenges: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 2, 2023
With a government shutdown averted for now, Congress faces new challenges. And an A-list celebrity is putting out a warning about artificial intelligence. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Oct. 2, 2023. Congress passes stopgap funding bill to avert shutdown; McCarthy is called out Congress was able to avert a government shutdown… -
Retailers report record $112B in lost inventory amid theft, violence
Target announced it would be shutting down select stores across the country, citing violence tied to ongoing organized retail theft. In Philadelphia, more than 50 people were arrested after looters ransacked multiple stores over two nights.The string of incidents resulted in the temporary closure of all state-run liquor stores in the area after several were… -
United making changes for travelers with wheelchairs after investigation
United Airlines is making it easier for travelers in wheelchairs to find accommodations after a probe by the federal government. According to a U.S. Department of Transportation release, this stems from a complaint filed against the airline by disability advocate Engracia Figueroa. Figueroa filed the complaint after her custom wheelchair was damaged on a United… -
Elon Musk weighs in on immigration policy in visit to US-Mexico border
Elon Musk, owner of X, formerly known as Twitter, visited the U.S.-Mexico border on Thursday, Sept. 28, as the billionaire finds himself more involved in the nation’s political landscape. Musk met local law enforcement and politicians at the Texas border with Mexico to get a firsthand look at the situation. Musk’s visit comes off the… -
Government shutdown’s potential impact: The Morning Rundown, Sept. 29, 2023
With just hours to go for Congress to act, we look at what could be affected if a government shutdown begins this weekend. And it’s the end of an era as Netflix ships out its final DVDs. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, Sept. 29, 2023. Congress has only hours to act before… -
Hyundai and Kia recall 3.3M vehicles over fire risk, tell drivers to ‘park outside’
Hyundai and Kia have issued recalls on more than 3.3 million vehicles because they may catch fire, adding that owners should “park outside.” The Korean automakers say the problem lies within the anti-lock brake system. According to a consumer alert from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, approximately 1.64 million Hyundai vehicles are listed and… -
Musk makes cuts to X election integrity team
Elon Musk’s X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, is reportedly cutting its disinformation and election integrity team in half just weeks after posting new positions to help combat foreign interference. In an Aug. 29 blog post, X announced the expansion of the election integrity team. “We’re currently expanding our safety and elections teams to… -
Candidates clash at 2nd GOP primary debate: The Morning Rundown, Sept. 28, 2023
Seven presidential candidates looked to gain momentum during Wednesday night’s debate as the absent frontrunner loomed large. And drivers are being asked to park outside due to a major recall affecting millions of vehicles. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Sept. 28, 2023. Republican candidates spar on multiple issue during second debate Seven presidential hopefuls took… -
Target to close 9 stores due to ‘theft and organized retail crime’
Nine Targets across four states will close permanently on Oct. 21, 2023, according to a statement from the retailer. In the announcement, Target officials said that ensuring the safety of all customers and staff is the company’s priority. “In this case, we cannot continue operating these stores because theft and organized retail crime are threatening… -
FTC, 17 states accuse Amazon of violating antitrust laws
The Federal Trade Commission on Tuesday, Sept. 26, filed a lawsuit in federal court against online retailer Amazon. In the lawsuit, the FTC accuses Amazon.com, Inc. of monopolistic practices. The FTC, along with 17 state attorney generals that signed on to the lawsuit, says Amazon’s strategies “allow it to stop rivals and sellers from lowering… -
House, Senate vote on bills as government shutdown looms: The Morning Rundown, Sept. 27, 2023
Both chambers of Congress are making moves as a possible government shutdown is just days away. And we take a closer look at the potential impact offshore wind turbines are having on marine life. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023. House, Senate vote on bills to avoid government…
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