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FuboTV sues Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery over sports streaming service
The streaming wars appear ready to enter the courtroom, as sports streaming platform FuboTV is suing Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery over their recently announced sports streaming service. FuboTV filed an antitrust lawsuit on Tuesday, Feb. 20, alleging the joint venture “will destroy competition and inflate prices for consumers.” “Each of these companies has… -
Hunter Biden seeks to dismiss tax charges: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 21, 2024
Attorneys for Hunter Biden seek to have his tax charges dismissed, saying he was selectively targeted by prosecutors. And heading to the airport? Changes at American Airlines may have you rethinking your checked bags. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024. Hunter Biden seeks to dismiss tax charges, says… -
US proposes temporary cease-fire in United Nations draft resolution, rejects Algeria’s proposal
The United States has put forward a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council, calling for a temporary cease-fire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The proposal specifically calls for halting a major Israeli ground offensive in the town of Rafah. Details of the draft, labeled US Draft UN Resolution 2-20, reveal… -
Capital One to acquire Discover in $35 billion deal
In a significant move that will likely reshape the landscape of the U.S. banking and credit card industries, Capital One Financial has announced plans to acquire Discover Financial for $35.3 billion. This transaction will merge two of the nation’s premier lenders and credit card issuers, creating the sixth-largest bank in the United States. “Our acquisition… -
Widow of Alexei Navalny vows to continue his fight against Putin: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 20, 2024
The widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny speaks out against Vladimir Putin following the death of her husband. And Capital One says it’s planning to acquire Discover for $35 billion. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. Widow of Alexei Navalny vows to continue his fight against Putin… -
Navy commissions latest warship, the USS John L. Canley
The Navy commissioned the USS John L. Canley, its newest warship, in a ceremony held in Coronado, California, on Feb 17. The 784-foot Expeditionary Sea Base class ship serves as a flexible tool for a broad spectrum of maritime operations, according to the Navy. “This crew is proud to serve on the newest warship in… -
2 police officers and paramedic killed in Burnsville, Minnesota shooting
Authorities in Burnsville, Minnesota, announced they will release more details in the coming days regarding the fatal shooting that claimed the lives of two police officers and a paramedic early Sunday, Feb 19. Officers Paul Emstrand and Matthew Ruge, both 27, along with 40-year-old Adam Finseth, a firefighter and paramedic, were killed in the line… -
Daytona 500 rescheduled for historic Monday doubleheader after rain delay
Heavy rain in Florida has led to the postponement of NASCAR‘s 66th annual Daytona 500, originally scheduled for Sunday, Feb 18. This marks the first full-day postponement of the event since 2012, shifting gears from its original plans and setting the stage for a historic Monday at Daytona International Speedway. For the first time, fans… -
Russia takes control of stronghold town of Avdiivka as war in Ukraine nears 2-year mark: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 19, 2024
Almost two years into its invasion of Ukraine, Russia takes control of a key stronghold. And the latest on what we know about the fatal shooting of two police officers and a paramedic in Minnesota. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Feb. 19, 2024. Ukraine forces withdraw from Avdiivka as 2nd… -
Climate protest closes National Archives’ Constitution display for third day
The National Archives Museum, the keeper of America’s many valued historical documents, has been closed for three consecutive day following a protest by two climate activists. The activists, identified as Donald Zepeda and Jackson Green, targeted the U.S. Constitution display with pink powder, leading to charges of defacing and destroying federal property. On Feb. 14,… -
Surgeons complete remote simulated surgery on International Space Station
The University of Nebraska’s spaceMIRA, a compact robotic surgical assistant, made a historic debut on the International Space Station, situated 250 miles above Earth. On Feb. 10, surgeons on Earth remotely controlled the device to perform simulated surgical procedures in space for the first time. This two-hour simulation involved six surgeons using spaceMIRA to dissect… -
US adversaries harness OpenAI services to enhance cyberattack capabilities
When ChatGPT burst into the spotlight in 2022, people hailed it for its sophistication and versatility. However, artificial intelligence experts and government officials soon raised concerns about potential exploitation by malicious actors. In a report Wednesday, Feb. 14, Microsoft and OpenAI found that hacker groups from China, Russia, North Korea and Iran are leveraging AI… -
Info on church shooter reveals mental health issues, antisemitic writings
There are new details about the shooter responsible for entering Televangelist Joel Osteen’s Lakewood Church and opening fire on Sunday, Feb. 11. The shooter, 36-year-old Genesse Moreno, was shot and killed by law enforcement on scene. Two people were injured — including her 7-year-old son. Moreno’s motives remain unclear, however, she had a documented history…