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Dozens arrested at Columbia as NYPD clears Hamilton Hall, encampments
Dozens of protesters were arrested after Columbia University calls in the NYPD. Dave and Buster’s is adding something new to its arcade games — a betting option. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Dozens arrested as NYPD clears Hamilton Hall, Columbia encampments Columbia University is limiting access to… -
Experts warn world is running out of time to regulate AI in warfare
Civilian, military and technology officials from over 140 countries met in Vienna on Monday, April 29, to address the integration of artificial intelligence with military technologies. At this inaugural international conference on autonomous weapons systems, attendees were warned about the urgent need to manage AI’s role in modern warfare. Federal Minister for European and International… -
US to require automatic braking in new cars by 2029
By 2029, nearly all new passenger cars and trucks sold in the U.S. must be equipped with automatic emergency braking systems, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced Monday, April 29. This regulation — part of the 2021 infrastructure law — aims to save at least 360 lives and prevent 24,000 injuries annually. The decision follows a rise… -
FCC fines major wireless carriers nearly $200M for sharing data
The Federal Communications Commission fined major wireless carriers AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon nearly $200 million for illegally sharing customer location data without consent. A 2020 investigation revealed that the carriers had been distributing users’ geolocation details to third parties, including to prisons. T-Mobile and Sprint merged after the investigation began. Despite promising to end… -
Student protesters take over Columbia building after deadline passes
Student protesters took over a building on the campus of Columbia University. And four law enforcement officers were killed while serving a warrant in Charlotte, North Carolina. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Student protesters take over Hamilton Hall after Columbia’s deadline passes Student demonstrators at Columbia University… -
Texas Gov. Abbott warns migrants of alligators in Rio Grande
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott warned migrants crossing the border to beware of alligators in the Rio Grande, saying, “Cross at your own risk.” Abbott’s warning follows a recent encounter between a local fisherman and an alligator. That encounter reinforced previous warnings from the Border Patrol about the river’s many dangers. The Border Patrol long cautioned… -
Musk visits Beijing as Tesla’s China-made cars clear data security hurdles
Tesla CEO Elon Musk unexpectedly visited Beijing, coinciding with the city’s first major auto show in four years. During his visit, Musk met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang. This meeting follows Tesla’s announcement that local Chinese authorities have lifted restrictions on its cars after they passed China’s data security standards. Tesla is also partnering with… -
Trump holds private meeting with former GOP rival DeSantis
Former President Donald Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, R, met privately for breakfast in Miami on Sunday, April 29, to discuss raising funds for Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign. The meeting, first reported by The Washington Post, was reportedly arranged by real estate chairman Steven Witkoff. The talks between the presumptive Republican nominee and his one-time… -
Several dead after tornadoes sweep through Midwest
Several people, including an infant, are dead after tornadoes sweep through the Midwest. Also, demonstrations by dueling groups turn physical on the campus of UCLA. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, April 29, 2024. Several dead after tornadoes sweep through Midwest At least four people, including a young child, are dead… -
New CISA cybersecurity measures to fight ransomware raise privacy concerns
Ransomware attacks are causing significant damage to organizations of all sizes, exploiting unknown vulnerabilities. To combat this, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), a division of the Department of Homeland Security, has initiated the Ransomware Vulnerability Warning Pilot. This program notifies organizations about potential ransomware threats, potentially preventing millions in damages. For example, UnitedHealth… -
Kim Kardashian attends White House meeting on criminal justice reform
Vice President Kamala Harris hosted a roundtable discussion on criminal justice reform at the White House on Thursday, April 25, attended by recently pardoned former inmates and reality TV star and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian. During the meeting, Harris announced the finalization of changes to a Small Business Administration rule, which will remove most restrictions based on… -
José Andrés honors World Central Kitchen aid workers killed in Gaza
At a memorial service at the Washington National Cathedral on Thursday, April 25, celebrity chef José Andrés, founder of World Central Kitchen, gave an emotional tribute to seven aid workers killed in a Gaza airstrike by the Israel Defense Forces earlier this month. Israeli military officials acknowledged the airstrike was a mistake and have disciplined those involved. Andrés has… -
Testimony continues in Trump criminal trial as Supreme Court debates immunity
Developments in former President Donald Trump’s legal cases take us to a New York City courtroom and the U.S. Supreme Court, and USC cancels its main commencement ceremony following dozens of arrests during campus protests. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, April 26, 2024. Testimony continues in Trump’s criminal trial as…
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