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SCOTUS denies Trump’s request to delay Friday’s sentencing in New York
The U.S. Supreme Court has denied President-elect Donald Trump’s emergency petition to block his upcoming sentencing in the criminal case New York v. Trump, often called his hush money case. The decision clears the way for Trump’s sentencing to proceed as scheduled on Friday, Jan. 10. Trump had asked the high court on Wednesday to… -
NFL moves playoff game, other sports impacted by Los Angeles wildfires
Los Angeles sports teams are taking precautions, moving and postponing events as firefighters continue to battle numerous wildfires around the region. The sheer devastation in some parts of the city is finally coming into focus, and several players, directly impacting coaches and their families. Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh addressed the media before… -
‘Alice,’ Russia’s AI, says ‘better keep quiet’ on Putin, political questions
Russia’s popular virtual assistant, Alice, developed by the tech giant Yandex, is drawing attention for its cautious approach to political questions. Comparable to Amazon’s Alexa or Apple’s Siri, Alice has an estimated 66 million monthly users across Russia. However, recent interactions with Alice have raised concerns about how authoritarian regimes manage artificial intelligence. Columbia University… -
Creators flock to Lemon8 as TikTok ban approaches
As the future of TikTok hangs in the balance, creators are flocking to Lemon8, an increasingly popular social media app. The app has been gaining attention for its unique blend of features. Lemon8 combines TikTok’s short-form videos with Pinterest and Instagram-like feeds. Owned by ByteDance, the same parent company as TikTok, Lemon8 is often referred… -
Tens of thousands of online pharmacies operate illegally, sell fake drugs: Report
A new U.S. government report reveals an overwhelming majority of online pharmacies are violating the law, selling counterfeit and potentially dangerous medications. The U.S. Trade Representative’s annual “Notorious Markets List,” released this week, shines a spotlight on the illegal pharmacy trade, which continues to threaten public health. According to the 2024 report, 96% of the… -
Frank McCourt, Kevin O’Leary lead bid to buy TikTok as US ban looms
Two entrepreneurs—a billionaire sports team owner and an investor known for his role on a business-themed reality TV show—are joining together in a last-ditch effort to buy TikTok. The popular social media app, owned by Chinese company ByteDance, faces a Jan. 19 deadline to either sell to a U.S.-based owner or face a potential ban.… -
Man with machete arrested at US Capitol while President Carter lies in state
U.S. Capitol police say they stopped a man carrying a machete as he entered the Capitol building Wednesday, Jan. 8. The arrest took place as members of the public paid their respects to President Jimmy Carter, who’s currently lying in state. In a thread on X, Capitol police said the man, 44-year-old Mel J. Horne… -
‘Mexican America’: Sheinbaum trolls Trump, proposes renaming US
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum took aim at U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday, Jan. 8. The jab came one day after Trump suggested renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” During a news conference Wednesday, with an old global map displayed behind her, Sheinbaum sarcastically proposed that North America should be renamed… -
College Football Playoff semifinals: Penn St. vs Notre Dame
College football is down to its final four, as the semifinals of the inaugural 12-team playoff begin Thursday, Jan. 9. In the first matchup, Penn State will face Notre Dame for the Orange Bowl, just north of Miami. To make it to this point, the Fighting Irish knocked out Indiana in the first round, followed… -
Mexico to launch ‘panic button’ app for migrants facing deportation in US
The Mexican government plans to introduce a new “panic button” for Mexican migrants facing deportation from the U.S. The announcement comes just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. Throughout the campaign and since winning reelection, Trump has promised to implement mass deportations of immigrants who are in the country illegally during his second term. Mexico’s… -
IDF finds body of at least one hostage as Gaza war crosses 15th month: Report
It’s been more than 15 months since Hamas attacked Israel and took hundreds of people hostage. However, the fate of many of those hostages remains unknown. Israeli soldiers say they found the body of at least one hostage, a 53-year-old man. They are investigating whether remains found alongside him are of his son. More than… -
Hollywood premieres and events canceled amid wildfires
The Los Angeles wildfires are disrupting daily life and forcing Hollywood to make significant adjustments. Several high-profile premieres and events have been canceled or postponed as the fires continue to spread. Studios are prioritizing safety over spectacle. According to Variety, Jennifer Lopez’s “Unstoppable” had a grand Hollywood premiere this week. However, the studio postponed the… -
More US adults say immigration a top issue compared to last year: Poll
More U.S. adults now believe immigration is a top issue, compared to last year, according to a new poll conducted by the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. In the December survey, respondents were asked to list up to five issues they believe should be federal priorities in 2025. 47% of respondents, including 69%…