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Deepseek chatbot has 83% ‘fail rate’ in accuracy: NewsGuard study
The Chinese artificial intelligence company DeepSeek has been generating a lot of buzz in the tech world, especially with its newly released chatbot. Some investors wonder if it’s a stronger competitor than Microsoft’s ChatGPT. As a result, tech stocks have experienced significant volatility this week. DeepSeek’s rise in popularity Despite DeepSeek’s rapid rise, with its… -
Trump revokes Biden’s extension of protected status for Venezuelans
The Trump administration has reversed an 18-month extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans in the United States, a move initially implemented by the Biden administration. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed in an interview with Fox News that she rescinded the extension, which had been signed by Biden’s Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.… -
GOP lawmaker suggests high school students work rather than get free lunch
A Republican congressman is making headlines after remarks he made about the school lunch program during a CNN interview on Tuesday, Jan. 28. NBC News reported that Rep. Rich McCormick, R-Ga., suggested “some children receiving free school lunches should work at McDonald’s instead.” Other left-leaning outlets, including The Daily Beast and USA Today, also covered… -
Newsom announces LA Rises initiative to help rebuild in wake of deadly wildfires
The deadly January fires in Los Angeles caused billions of dollars in damage to parts of the sprawling American city. California Gov. Gavin Newsom, D, signed a bill Thursday, Jan. 23, dedicating $2.5 billion to rebuild LA. Now, Newsom announced a new initiative on Tuesday, Jan. 28, led by the private sector, in collaboration with… -
Was Dr. Phil’s ICE ride-along a spectacle or effective? Bias Breakdown
President Donald Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration has begun, with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents making thousands of arrests in the first week of Trump’s second term. However, the media’s portrayal of ICE raids varies significantly depending on the political leanings of the outlets. Media coverage over Dr. Phil’s ride-along with ICE One… -
‘Mona Lisa’ to get exclusive exhibit as part of massive Louvre renovation
The star of one of the world’s most renowned art museums will be getting her own space. As part of a massive renovation project of the Louvre in Paris, Leonardo da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa” will be displayed in a special exhibit independent from the rest of the museum. What will it all entail? French President… -
Border Patrol, Mexican cartel exchange gunfire amid ramped up security
U.S. Border Patrol agents exchanged gunfire with suspected Mexican cartel members near the U.S.-Mexican border. The exchange came as President Donald Trump ramps up border security. The Texas Department of Public Safety said the incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 27, in the Rio Grande Valley near Fronton Island. What’s shown in the video?… -
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem joins NYC immigration raids
The first major immigration raids in New York City since President Donald Trump took office happened Tuesday, Jan. 28. Newly-confirmed Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem was there documenting the enforcement. Noem shared photos on X, showing her wearing a protective vest as she joined officers from multiple federal agencies, including U.S. Immigration and Customs… -
TX teacher under investigation for post suggesting ICE come to high school
A Fort Worth school district is investigating one of its substitute teachers after a post they allegedly made suggested that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement should come to a Texas high school. In response to an enforcement update posted by ICE on X, the teacher wrote, “Yall should come to Fort Worth, TX to Northside… -
Indiana AG sues local sheriff over alleged refusal to cooperate with ICE
Indiana’s Republican Attorney General Todd Rokita is suing a local sheriff and the St. Joseph County Police Department, accusing them of refusing to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. Rokita announced the lawsuit, alleging that St. Joseph County Sheriff William Redman and the local police department have failed to honor requests from Immigration and Customs Enforcement… -
Transgender inmate sues Trump over prison transfers based on biological sex
A federal inmate is suing the Trump administration over an executive order affecting transgender prisoners. The lawsuit challenges the president’s directive, which mandates the government recognize only two unchangeable sexes, requiring transgender women — who were born male — to be housed in men’s prisons. End of transition-related treatments and new housing requirements The executive… -
Suspects blow up museum door in the Netherlands, steal ancient artifacts
Police in the Netherlands are looking for a group of suspected thieves who stole a 2,400-year-old gold helmet from a museum after using explosives to break through the door. Police released grainy surveillance video showing the four suspects early Saturday, Jan. 25, opening an exterior door before a blast sends sparks and smoke into the… -
Trump to reinstate military members discharged over COVID vaccine mandate
Now in the second week of his presidency, Donald Trump is ready to fulfill a campaign promise to military veterans. The president is expected to sign an executive order on Monday, Jan. 27, that will reinstate service members discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine. At Trump’s side, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will oversee the reinstatement…
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