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Elon Musk’s Neuralink implants first chip in human brain
Startup firm Neuralink has successfully implanted a computer chip into a human brain for the first time, according to the company’s founder, Elon Musk. Posting on “X,” another of his properties, the tech billionaire said the patient received the implant on Sunday, Jan. 28, and is “recovering well.” Musk said initial results showed “promising neuron… -
Former IRS contractor who leaked Trump’s tax returns sentenced to 5 years
The former IRS contractor responsible for leaking former President Donald Trump’s tax information to news outlets has been sentenced to five years in prison. Thirty-eight-year-old Charles Edward Littlejohn received the maximum sentence on Monday, Jan. 29, handed down by U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes. “What you did in targeting the sitting president of the United… -
3 US soldiers killed in Jordan drone strike identified: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 30, 2024
The Defense Department identifies the three U.S. soldiers killed in a drone strike at a base in Jordan as officials investigate how the attack happened. And Elon Musk says his Neuralink startup has successfully implanted a computer chip into a human’s brain for the first time. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for… -
New Israeli intel dossier claims Hamas ties run deep within UN aid agency
Nine countries, including the U.S., temporarily cut funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) over some of its employee’s alleged ties to Hamas’ Oct. 7 terror attack. However, information obtained from an Israeli intelligence dossier alleges those ties run much deeper than previously reported. The United Nations had already fired several staff… -
All eyes are on South Carolina’s primary. Is Nevada being overlooked?
People are putting a lot of attention on South Carolina, where the first official Democratic presidential primary will occur on Feb. 3. However, the next Republican primary won’t take place until Feb. 8, in Nevada — and it isn’t getting as much attention as South Carolina is. The state is being overlooked for a few… -
Oklahoma GOP censures Sen. James Lankford amid border bill talks
Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford, the Republican leading negotiations with Democrats on a southern border immigration bill has been censured by the Oklahoma Republican Party. The committee approved a resolution that condemns and censors Lankford, Saturday, Jan. 27. The resolution and condemnation document claims that Sen. Lankford negotiated a deal to reportedly allow 5,000 undocumented immigrants… -
UN chief urges US, other countries to reverse pause on funding amid Israel’s Oct. 7 claims
Fallout continues to grow for the main United Nations agency in Gaza after Israel accused 12 of its staff members of being involved in the Oct. 7 terror attacks by Hamas. After being notified of the allegations last week, the U.N. said it fired several employees of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency. “These… -
Climate activists throw soup at ‘Mona Lisa’
Climate activists targeted the “Mona Lisa” with soup, hoping to get their message heard. Videos recorded at the Louvre Museum in Paris on Sunday, Jan. 28, show two protesters hurling the liquid at the famous painting, splashing the armored glass that has protected the piece of art since 2005. Paris police took the two women… -
Biden: US will respond after 3 troops killed by Iran-backed militia in Jordan: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 29, 2024
President Biden said the U.S. will respond after three troops are killed in an attack in Jordan. And climate activists target one of the most famous paintings in the world. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Jan. 29, 2024. Biden says U.S. will respond after 3 troops killed in Jordan President… -
Report: US secretly warned Iran of terror threat ahead of Jan. 3 attack
It’s no secret that the relationship between the U.S. and Iran is on rocky ground. Iranian-backed Houthi rebels continue to launch attacks on ships in the Red Sea while other militant groups allied with Iran step up attacks on American forces in Iraq and Syria. But a new report said the U.S. put aside those… -
Proposed solutions to migrant influx in Chicago cause conflict among Dems
A wealthy Chicago suburb is considering having residents open up their homes to migrants who are on the streets of the Windy City. The idea is being pitched as a possible answer to help with the influx of migrants arriving at Chicago bus stations as lawmakers struggle to find a solution. Chicago has been a… -
Mislabeled cookies allegedly lead to NY dancer’s death; grocery store issues recall
A grocery chain is recalling packages of cookies after officials said mislabeling led to the death of a woman in New York who was allergic to peanuts. According to the victim’s attorneys, the 25-year-old woman, identified as Órla Baxendale, was originally from the United Kingdom and moved to New York to pursue a ballet dancing… -
CIA director traveling to Europe for talks on Gaza hostage release, cease-fire
With the Israel-Hamas war surpassing 100 days, pressure on both parties to agree to a cease-fire from world leaders is mounting. Reports say CIA Director William Burns is soon expected to travel to France to meet with Israeli intelligence officials along with Qatari and Egyptian officials in an attempt to broker a deal for the…
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