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German military base investigates attempted water contamination
German authorities are investigating possible sabotage at a military base after an apparent attempt was made to contaminate drinking water at the Bundeswehr base in Cologne-Wahn. On Wednesday, Aug. 14, a guard at the base discovered a hole in the fence near the water processing plant, prompting a search of the premises. No trespassers were… -
More younger adults avoiding alcohol for health reasons
Americans seem to be changing their tune when it comes to alcohol. A new Gallup poll shows more and more people are starting to think alcohol just downright unhealthy – even in moderation – especially those who are considered part of Gen Z. The newly released poll shows almost half of Americans (45%) say having… -
Megaupload’s Kim Dotcom nears US trial after decadelong extradition saga
Kim Dotcom, the founder of the defunct file-sharing site Megaupload, is closer to facing trial in the United States. After years of legal battles, New Zealand’s Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith signed an extradition order. The case dates back to 2012. Dotcom’s legal issues began when U.S. authorities accused Megaupload of facilitating massive piracy, costing film… -
Grok 2.0 unveils new AI image generator, X users test its limits
Social media platform X has unveiled an updated version of its chatbot — Grok 2.0. What it can do when creating images from a prompt has captivated some, while igniting concern among others. The new AI-powered feature is raising significant questions about the legality and ethics of AI-generated photos. Premium users can now use Grok… -
Biden admin reaches deal with drugmakers to cut Medicare prescription costs
The Biden administration is touting a win. The White House announced Wednesday night, Aug. 14, federal officials had come to an agreement with drug companies to lower the prices of Medicare’s ten most popular – and expensive – prescriptions. The White House said the lower prices should save taxpayers around $6 billion, while older Americans… -
What the $36B Kellanova deal means for candy giant Mars
A merger confirmed on Wednesday, Aug. 14, is looking to shake up the snack food aisle. Candy giant Mars, the company behind M&Ms and Snickers, is buying Kellanova, the maker of Cheez-Its and Pringles, for nearly $36 billion. The purchase is not expected to close until 2025, but analysts have been discussing what’s in it… -
Columbia University’s president resigns in wake of campus protests
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik has resigned effective immediately. The decision announced on Wednesday, Aug. 14, comes months after student protests over the Israel-Hamas war turned destructive, leading to multiple arrests and widespread criticism over how the university handled the demonstrations. In April, more than 100 pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested, and an on-campus tent encampment was removed by New York… -
Walz agrees to vice presidential debate on Oct. 1
Both vice presidential candidates, Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, and Gov. Tim Walz, D-Minn., are preparing to face off in their first possible debate, scheduled for Oct. 1. This comes after CBS News proposed four potential dates for the debate: Sept. 17, Sept. 24, Oct. 1 and Oct. 8. Walz was quick to confirm his participation,… -
Biden, Harris making first trip together since Biden dropped out of 2024 race
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will make their first trip together since the president dropped out of the 2024 race. And Columbia University’s president becomes the latest Ivy League leader to step down following concerns of antisemitism on college campuses. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024. Biden,… -
3 years of Taliban rule: What changed since US’ Afghanistan withdrawal?
Three years have passed since the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan, and since then, the Taliban has controlled the country. Under Taliban rule, women’s rights have become almost nonexistent, as has the concept of a free press. Afghanistan’s economy plunged into a deep recession, and more than half of the population now requires humanitarian assistance. The… -
Texas sues General Motors, says it illegally collected and sold driver data
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing one of the nation’s largest automakers after he claimed it was illegally collecting and selling drivers’ data. Paxton is accusing General Motors of selling that data to insurance companies without drivers’ consent or knowledge. GM is the first car manufacturer to be hit with a lawsuit after the… -
Nearly 2,600 lbs of meth found in celery at Georgia farmers’ market
The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced the seizure of 2,585 pounds of methamphetamine worth around $3.2 million disguised as produce on Monday, Aug. 12. DEA agents made the discovery at the Atlanta State Farmers’ Market in Georgia. “This was contained in a cover load of celery,” Robert Murphy, the DEA special agent in… -
SpaceX under fire for environmental breaches at Texas launch site
SpaceX is currently facing scrutiny for environmental violations at its Starbase facility in south Texas. According to a CNBC report, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have issued notices to SpaceX for unauthorized releases of industrial wastewater during rocket launches. Documents obtained by CNBC indicate that an August…
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