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iPhone 16e release with AI features shakes up Apple’s launch strategy
Apple is shaking up its usual release schedule with the iPhone 16e release, which features artificial intelligence capabilities. The company, known for its September iPhone launches, is making an exception with this mid-year drop. The iPhone 16e, which was launched Wednesday, Feb. 19, introduces advanced AI-powered tools, including ChatGPT integration into Siri and writing applications.… -
Diddy seeks to dismiss sex trafficking charge because of his race
Sean “Diddy” Combs is pushing to dismiss a sex trafficking charge against him. He argues the case is racially motivated, citing a law from 1910. In a court filing Tuesday, Feb. 18, and according to multiple media outlets, Combs’ legal team sought to throw out count three of the charges. This count alleges Combs transported… -
Chicago taxpayers covered $107.5M in police misconduct lawsuits in 2024
A new report highlights the growing cost of misconduct lawsuits against the Chicago Police Department, revealing that taxpayers are footing the bill for officers’ actions. PBS affiliate WTTW News reports that settlements to resolve lawsuits against Chicago police reached a record $107.5 million in 2024, marking the highest amount since 2011. Police misconduct lawsuits Each… -
Gov. Hochul responds to Trump admin effort to remove NYC congestion pricing
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, D, responded to the Trump administration’s efforts to end New York City’s congestion pricing. In a news conference on Wednesday, Feb. 19, Hochul announced the Metro Transit Authority (MTA) filed a lawsuit minutes after receiving a letter from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who said his department revoked federal approval for… -
Federal appeals court blocks Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan
A federal appeals court on Tuesday, Feb. 18, blocked former President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, known as the SAVE Repayment Plan. The plan could have lowered monthly payments for student loan borrowers while placing them on an income-driven repayment plan. Under SAVE, the government would have also paid for any monthly accrued interest… -
‘The Brutalist’ director reveals he received ‘zero dollars’ for film
What does a $31 million box office haul, an Oscar nomination, and a major directing award get you? If you’re “The Brutalist” director Brady Corbet, absolutely nothing — at least not in his bank account. Corbet recently revealed that despite the film’s success, he hasn’t earned a single dollar from it. He shared his financial… -
Boston police commissioner says dept. does not enforce federal immigration law
Boston’s police commissioner says the department does not enforce civil detainers related to federal immigration law. He says the department follows state and local laws. This means when a migrant living in the country illegally is arrested for a crime, Boston police officers do not notify U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents before releasing… -
CIA may play larger role in combating Mexican cartels under Trump: Report
The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) could take on a larger role in battling Mexican drug cartels under President Donald Trump, The Washington Post reports, citing people familiar with the matter. Mexican drug cartels are known to be powerful and violent criminal organizations primarily involved in trafficking drugs over the United States’ southern border, as well… -
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle’s foundation scrutinized over political ties
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s charity, the Archewell Foundation, is under scrutiny for its donations to individuals with Democratic ties. A New York Post report claims the nonprofit has allocated hundreds of thousands of dollars to figures linked to the party. Founded in 2020, the Archewell Foundation describes its mission as “show up, do good.”… -
Federal judge blocks Maine’s 72-hour gun waiting period
Gun retailers in Maine don’t have to abide by the state’s 72-hour waiting period for firearm purchases, at least for now. A judge issued a hold on the law after gun rights groups filed a challenge. In August, a new law requiring a 72-hour waiting period to purchase a firearm went into effect after the… -
‘Border czar’ Tom Homan suggests AOC could face investigation over migrant tips
Border czar Tom Homan suggested Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., could be under investigation after providing migrants with tips through an Instagram webinar on how to handle encounters with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. Homan appeared on Fox News Thursday, Feb. 13. “And I sent an email today to the deputy attorney general. At… -
Google to use artificial intelligence to determine if users are under 18
Google plans to start testing artificial intelligence to determine whether users are the appropriate age to use its products. The company announced the new AI system in a blog post focused on “new digital protections for kids, teens and parents,” saying it will provide “more age-appropriate experiences” for young users. The automation feature will be… -
NYC mayor announces plan to reopen ICE operations on Rikers Island
New York City Mayor Eric Adams said a plan is underway to help federal immigration authorities operate on Rikers Island. The news follows a closed-door meeting Thursday, Feb. 13, between Adams and “border czar” Tom Homan. Adams said the two discussed removing violent migrant gangs from the city. He said he is preparing an executive…