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The debate to cut or to keep USAID: Bias Breakdown
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is at the center of political controversy, with large portions of its spending facing scrutiny from right-leaning media outlets. The political right has called for the agency’s elimination, while left-leaning media outlets are fact-checking the spending claims, with the political left arguing in favor of preserving the agency.… -
Ceasefire in jeopardy as Hamas delays next release of Israeli hostages
Full Story Hamas announced that it will delay the next planned release of Israeli hostages, originally set for Saturday, Feb. 15, accusing Israel of violating a ceasefire that has been in place for three weeks. The move threatens what was intended to be a six-week truce. In response, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is holding… -
Education Department investigating schools with transgender athletes
The U.S. Department of Education has initiated investigations into two major universities and a state athletic association following President Donald Trump’s recent executive order banning transgender athletes from participating in women’s sports. Investigations focus on Title IX violations The investigations involve San Jose State University’s volleyball team, the University of Pennsylvania’s swimming program and the… -
Hank Azaria says idea of AI replacing him on ‘The Simpsons’ makes him ‘sad’
Hank Azaria is raising concerns about artificial intelligence in voice acting. The longtime star of “The Simpsons” fears AI could replicate voices without capturing human artistry. In a New York Times op-ed, Azaria discussed AI’s growing ability to mimic speech. He questions whether a machine can ever replicate the full experience of voice acting. Azaria… -
Google’s AI displays cheese mix-up in Super Bowl ad
Google’s AI just made a misstep. A Super Bowl ad meant to showcase Gemini’s capabilities instead delivered a Gouda blunder. In honor of the big game, Google released 50 short ads highlighting small businesses — one from every state. The Wisconsin ad, fittingly set in America’s Dairyland, featured Gemini helping a cheesemonger write a product… -
NFL plans to honor victims of New Orleans terror attack at SB LIX: Report
Full story At Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, Feb. 9, the National Football League told ABC News that it plans to honor the 14 people killed and dozens of others injured in the New Year’s Day terror attack in New Orleans, as well as the first responders who rushed to the scene to help the… -
Ohio Gov. DeWine echoes Trump, orders state workers return to office
Full Story Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed an executive order Tuesday, Feb. 4, reversing the state’s remote work policies for state employees and following the lead of major companies who have already brought their employees back to the office. DeWine’s executive order also mirrors President Donald Trump’s recent requirement for federal workers to return to… -
Will Scotland ban cats? No, but ‘cat containment’ measures could still happen
Full Story Scottish cat owners can rest easy after government leaders confirmed there will be no ban on cats. Speculation grew after a report cited cats’ harm to wildlife. Official report on cats’ harm to wildlife sparked ban rumor The Scottish Animal Welfare Commission, which works directly with government officials to shape animal protection policies,… -
Why nearly all USAID workers globally are being pulled off the job
Full Story Most U.S. Agency for International Development employees are being pulled from their jobs worldwide. The Trump administration announced the move Tuesday, Feb. 4, as it aims to end USAID. USAID has operated for more than 60 years, with a mission to fight starvation and disease and fund education globally. How did USAID employees… -
Mass shooting at Swedish adult education school under investigation
Swedish police are investigating a mass shooting at a school in Örebro Tuesday, Feb. 4, about 125 miles west of Stockholm. Authorities say at least five people were shot, but details on their conditions have not been released. Officials have warned that “the danger is not over” as law enforcement continues operations in the area.… -
Texas National Guard can now make arrests in federal immigration crackdown
The Texas National Guard will now participate in the Trump administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration. Gov. Greg Abbott announced the move on social media Sunday, Feb. 2. What did Abbott say? “In an agreement I signed between Texas and Trump’s Customs and Border Protection, the Texas National Guard is granted the power of immigration officials… -
NYC mother sues social media platforms over deadly subway surfing trend
It’s been almost two years since a New York mother lost her 15-year-old son to a social media trend. Now she’s calling for social media platforms to be held accountable for their influence on kids and for his death. Norma Nazario is suing Meta, ByteDance and TikTok in New York’s Supreme Court, claiming the companies… -
Did online rebellion help doom Disney empire’s Star Wars hotel?
Disney’s Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser was one of the company’s most ambitious and immersive experiences. Part hotel, part live-action roleplay, it promised guests a chance to step into a galaxy far, far away. But less than two years after opening, the luxury experience has permanently closed its doors in Orlando, Florida. According to The Wrap,…
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More than half of global fossil fuel-related CO2 emissions linked to 36 companies
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Zelenskyy foes met with Trump camp, oppose wartime election: Report
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Trump preparing to sign executive order to begin closing Department of Education
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Fake bomb threat called during Pro-Palestinian protest at Barnard College
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