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ChatGPT tricked into giving advice on how to get away with crimes: Report
New research is raising concerns about ChatGPT telling people how to get away with serious crimes. Norwegian research group Strise told CNN that it found workarounds to get the AI chatbot to offer tips on things like how to launder money across borders and evade Russian sanctions, which included avoiding bans on weapons sales. Further… -
Yelp suspends reviews for PA McDonald’s after Trump campaign visit
Yelp has temporarily disabled reviews for a McDonald’s in Feasterville, Pennsylvania, following a campaign stop by former President Donald Trump. The restaurant’s Yelp page was flooded with politicized reviews, leading the platform to investigate whether the comments reflected actual customer experiences. The event was closed to the public, and only customers screened by the Secret… -
National Geographic releases Best of the World 2025 list
National Geographic released its highly anticipated Best of the World 2025 list. It highlights some of the most exciting, meaningful and unique travel experiences for the upcoming year. The list features something for every type of traveler, from families to foodies, animal lovers to adventurers. The 2025 destinations include a new rock-climbing paradise in India… -
PepsiCo adds more chips to bags amid ‘shrinkflation’ backlash
Snack and beverage company PepsiCo has announced it will increase the amount of chips it puts in bags. This comes after the company faced accusations of “shrinkflation.” During a recent earnings call, the company announced its plans to add 20% more chips to certain bags of Tostitos and Ruffles. PepsiCo is the maker of both… -
Rare fish feared extinct rediscovered in Southeast Asia
A fish species, long believed to be extinct, has resurfaced in the waters of Southeast Asia, sparking hope among conservationists. The elusive giant salmon carp, known as the “Mekong Ghost,” had not been seen since 2005, raising fears that it had vanished forever. In 2020, excitement spread through the scientific community when reports emerged from… -
Former Ohio officer’s murder trial begins for 2020 shooting death of Andre Hill
A white former Ohio police officer is on trial for murder for the fatal shooting of an unarmed Black man. Jury selection began on Monday, Oct. 21, for former Columbus Police Department officer Adam Coy, who prosecutors say fatally shot 47-year-old Andre Hill as Hill came out of a friend’s garage with a cellphone in… -
Vessel reopens in NYC after 3-year closure due to suicides
The Vessel, a popular tourist destination in Hudson Yards, reopened Monday, Oct. 21, after being closed for nearly three years following multiple suicides that exposed safety concerns. The honeycomb-like structure, known for its zig-zagging steps shut down in the summer of 2021 after four people took their own lives there between late 2019 and July… -
Girl Scout fees may soon triple; critics worry families could be priced out
The cost for parents to sign up their kid to be a Girl Scout could soon more than triple. Critics said it could price some families out of joining the organization. The Girl Scouts of the USA will vote Saturday, Oct. 19, on whether to raise membership dues from $25 a year to $85 a… -
US gives Lebanese nationals protected status during Israel-Hezbollah conflict
The Biden administration has granted Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to approximately 11,000 Lebanese nationals currently living in the United States, the Department of Homeland Security announced Thursday, Oct. 18. The designation allows those eligible to remain and work legally in the U.S. for 18 months, provided they were present in the country as of Oct.… -
Teen smoking drops to lowest level in 25 years: CDC
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently released new numbers on teen smoking. It seems that progress is being made toward less young smokers, with the lowest numbers for this age group in 25 years reported. Researchers looked at data between 2023-2024 and found that middle and high school students who used any kind… -
Seattle officer saves man from oncoming train
Seattle police have released a video showing officers responding to a call about a man experiencing a mental health crisis on a downtown bridge. The man stood on a ledge about 25 feet above train tracks as officers tried to persuade him to come down to safety. In the video, one officer can be heard… -
Chinese aquarium accused of misleading visitors with robotic whale shark display
Xiaomeisha Ocean World in China is under scrutiny after it was revealed that the whale shark featured in its exhibits is actually a robotic model, not a live animal. The revelation has sparked a wave of negative reviews from visitors who felt deceived by the aquarium’s advertising, with some demanding refunds after learning that the… -
Father of school shooter knew of son’s school shooting obsession: Prosecutors
Prosecutors released new details about the teen accused of killing four people at a Georgia high school and what his father allegedly knew behind closed doors. Investigators said at a preliminary court hearing on Wednesday, Oct. 16, that Colin Gray was aware his son, Colt Gray, was obsessed with school shooters. Prosecutors said Colt had…
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