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Vladimir Putin hesitates when questioned by AI doppelgänger
Four hours into his annual press conference, Russian President Vladimir Putin received a video-based question from what seemed like an AI-generated version of himself. The synthetic doppelgänger asked the real Putin about body doubles and his thoughts on artificial intelligence. “Vladimir Vladimirovich,” the double said, according to a Reuters report and translation. “Hello. I am… -
Historic COP28 plan to phase out oil met with criticism from scientists
In what is being called a “historic” agreement, nearly 200 nations have agreed to transition away from fossil fuels during the United Nations’ annual climate summit, COP28, held this year in Dubai. This pact marked the first time a consensus was reached on phasing out oil, coal and gas during the nearly three decades of… -
New photos show dozens of Chinese vessels occupying Philippines’ territory
As tensions continue to rise in the South China Sea between China and the Philippines, a look at newly-released satellite images allegedly shows Chinese militia ships massing around a contested reef. Beijing claims it has rights over the Whitsun Reef, which is about 750 nautical miles from China’s nearest province. The reef is considered to… -
$7.5B EV charging network plan has 1 station in 2 years — but momentum is growing
In the fiscal year 2020-2021, Congress allocated $7.5 billion to support electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the United States. However, two years later, progress has been limited, with the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program currently operational only in Ohio, where just one charging station has been opened. The first NEVI charging station, located… -
ACLU to fight for NRA in Supreme Court free speech case
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), known for advocating for more progressive causes in its efforts to protect individual rights and liberties, is now siding with America’s most well-known gun rights group. The ACLU announced that it is representing the National Rifle Association in its Supreme Court case, which alleges New York’s Department of Financial… -
Global climate activism sparks controversy amid escalating protests
Climate activists around the world have been employing increasingly disruptive tactics to draw awareness toward environmental abuses they believe pose a threat to the planet. Their methods, which have included blocking traffic, occupying vessels and defacing art, have been met with varying responses from law enforcement, lawmakers and the general public. “We’ve tried every other… -
Finland accuses Russia of luring migrants for its ‘own political purposes’
Russia’s neighbors say the country is using migrants at the Finnish border to help fight its war with Ukraine. Finland claims Russia is making the immigration crisis at the border worse, and now the BBC reports several cases of migrants being rushed into a Russian military camp at the eastern border, days after the asylum-seekers… -
Sacred cedars of Lebanon facing threat of climate change, scientists warn
Lebanon’s internationally renowned cedars are in danger of being lost by the next century, according to some ecologists. Known for their beauty and sacredness to many in the Christian faith, these evergreens are mentioned 103 times in the Bible. Amongst the cedars in the northern part of the country, Lebanese Christians gather each year at… -
Musk takes on Disney for Facebook ads as New Mexico says Meta exploits kids
Elon Musk wants Disney CEO Bob Iger fired immediately. Musk’s call came after posts on X revealed that Disney is still advertising on Facebook and Instagram, even after New Mexico filed a lawsuit against Meta for alleged child sexual exploitation. Disney cut advertising ties with Musk’s platform after he was accused of boosting an antisemitic… -
Lawmakers grill college presidents over rise of antisemitism on campuses
Congress grilled university presidents on Dec. 5 over the rise of antisemitism on their campuses. Students have been vocal about their experiences with some saying they feel like their lives are in danger. “Thirty-six hours ago, I — along with most of campus — sought refuge in our rooms as classmates and professors chanted proudly… -
Catholic nuns sue Smith & Wesson board over assault weapons
In a first-of-its-kind lawsuit over assault-style weapons, a group of Catholic nuns — who are Smith & Wesson shareholders — is suing the board of directors at the gun manufacturer to halt the production and sale of popular firearms. In the Tuesday, Dec. 5, filing, the nuns allege that the Smith & Wesson board ignored… -
Police update public on ‘major’ house explosion in Arlington
Federal agents are combing through an Arlington neighborhood as local police give more details about an explosion that occurred on Monday, Dec. 4. The blast, which leveled a duplex in a Washington, D.C., suburb, happened as police tried to serve a search warrant following an hours-long standoff. In an initial report, law enforcement said no… -
Wind power poised to surpass coal; nuclear grabs international attention
Wind power could produce more electricity than coal by 2026, according to Gavin Maguire’s commentary piece for Reuters. Data from think tank Ember revealed that coal-fired electricity generation was 60% greater than that of wind in the first 10 months of 2023. However, that lead could shrink as companies are closing coal plants and pivoting…
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