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OpenAI’s valuation surges to $157B after latest investment round
ChatGPT-maker OpenAI’s valuation soared to $157 billion on Wednesday, Oct. 2, after a fresh round of funding. This makes it the second most valuable private company in the world behind TikTok-parent company Bytedance and just ahead of SpaceX. OpenAI just secured $6.6 billion in funding from investors. Some of the names involved include venture capital… -
SpongeBob fans can finally get a Krabby Patty in real life
Nickelodeon is teaming up with a slew of restaurants around the world to bring hungry customers foods inspired by the Krabby Patty — the famous burger from the long-running cartoon “SpongeBob Squarepants.” It’s all part of the show’s 25th anniversary celebration. “The Krabby Patty Kollab” is bringing the animated meal from the Krusty Krab to… -
Journalist banned from X after posting leaked JD Vance dossier
An independent journalist has been permanently banned from X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, after posting a controversial dossier containing sensitive information about Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio. Ken Klippenstein, known for his investigative reporting, shared the 271-page document, which was reportedly leaked by Iranian hackers and included Vance’s home address and part of his… -
Court upholds free speech rights in favor of Texas citizen journalist
A Texas court has ruled a citizen journalist can sue a county sheriff. Justin Pulliam was shut out of a press conference in July 2021 while being told he wasn’t the local media. Pulliam has an investigative YouTube channel called Corruption Report. The page is described as “confronting tyranny to protect our individual rights and… -
Suspect faces charges after alleged bomb threat at Trump rally
A 65-year-old man was in court Monday, Sept. 30, facing multiple charges after allegedly making a bomb threat at a Trump rally in Michigan. Prosecutors said Steven William Nauta breached security at a Trump campaign rally in Walker, Michigan, during the week of Sept. 22. He was initially denied entry at a traffic checkpoint and… -
Amtrak unveils new campaign to compete with air and road travel
Amtrak is hoping a new marketing campaign will get more people on board. The “Retrain Travel” ads will mostly appear online and around transit hubs. It is all part of Amtrak’s continued effort to try and sway people who prefer to drive or fly. An exclusive report by the Wall Street Journal explored the challenges… -
California sues Catholic hospital for refusing to conduct an abortion
A legal battle has emerged in California involving a Catholic hospital that allegedly denied a woman an emergency abortion. Anna Nusslock, who was pregnant with twins, had her water break at just 15 weeks. She sought an emergency abortion, fearing that her life was at risk due to potential infection or hemorrhage. However, hospital staff… -
Discovery of 50 skeletons in Denmark sheds light on ancient Viking life
Archaeologists in Denmark have uncovered over 50 well preserved Viking skeletons, offering a glimpse into the everyday lives of the ancient people. The skeletons were discovered during renovations to the electrical grid in Asum. Archaeologists had no idea what they’d find beneath the surface, and said the discovery was a complete surprise. It was “truly… -
FBI settles $22M discrimination lawsuit with female trainees
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agreed to pay more than $22 million to settle a class-action lawsuit filed by 34 women who alleged sexual discrimination and harassment at its training academy in Quantico, Virginia. The settlement resolved claims that female recruits were routinely subjected to inappropriate behavior and dismissed unfairly from the academy, in… -
Las Vegas radio stations ban Green Day after Billie Armstrong slams the city
Green Day has found itself banned from the airwaves on two Las Vegas radio stations following comments made by the band’s lead singer, Billie Joe Armstrong. The punk rock trio is facing backlash after Armstrong trashed Las Vegas during a concert at San Francisco’s Oracle Park. Armstrong, who is an Oakland native, took aim at… -
President Biden authorizes $567 million defense aid package for Taiwan
President Biden has authorized an unprecedented $567 million defense aid package for Taiwan, marking a significant escalation in U.S. support for the self-ruled island. China has intensified its military activities around Taiwan, featuring long-range missile tests, frequent incursions into Taiwan’s air defense zone, and a recent provocative intercontinental ballistic missile launch. These actions have prompted… -
Poll shows crypto owners split between Harris and Trump
Crypto owners are evenly split between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump ahead of the 2024 election. This survey comes after both candidates have relaxed their positions on the crypto industry as a viable financial enterprise. The survey, released Monday as part of Coinbase’s Q3 State of Crypto report, found that 47%… -
US troops to leave Iraq, end ISIS combat mission by end of 2026
The U.S. has announced a deal with the Iraqi government to wrap up the military mission in Iraq that’s working to defeat ISIS. U.S. officials revealed the two-phase transition plan on Friday, Sept. 27, which will close the Operation Inherent Resolve Task Force by the end of 2026. The first phase will begin after the…