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Former Des Moines superintendent who was detained by ICE federally charged - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

Out-of-office messages blaming Democrats for shutdown sent on behalf of some federal workers without their consent - CNN

The emails resemble messages that have appeared on several agency webpages amid the shutdown and blame Democratic senators for Congress’ failure to agree to extend funding at the s...

OpenAI’s Sora soars to No. 3 on the US App Store - TechCrunch

Sora becomes the No. 3 US app after 164K downloads in 2 days, making the AI video app an early hit.

Risk of AI bioweapons laid bare by flaw in security software, scientists warn - Financial Times

Researchers find vulnerability in screening that guards access to dangerous genetic material

Google’s Jules enters developers’ toolchains as AI coding agent competition heats up - TechCrunch

Jules is already being used by developers to complete code after experimenting on vibe-coding platforms.

Caitlin Clark says Napheesa Collier made ‘valid points’ while Sophie Cunningham joins in blasting WNBA leadership - CNN

Caitlin Clark gave support to fellow WNBA star Napheesa Collier, who had referenced Clark when admonishing the league and commissioner Cathy Engelbert in fiery remarks earlier this...

Caitlin Clark says the WNBA commissioner hasn't reached out since their private chat became public - NBC News

Caitlin Clark said Thursday that WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert hasn't reached out to her in the aftermath of Napheesa Collier's statement about an alleged private conversation ...

Trump administration cuts nearly $8B in clean energy projects in blue states - AP News

The Trump administration has announced the cancellation of $7.6 billion intended for clean energy projects across 16 states. Each of those are states where both senators voted agai...

Nicole Kidman's Six-Word Clapback About Her Divorce from Tom Cruise Goes Viral amid Her Keith Urban Split - People.com

Nicole Kidman's August 2001 appearance on The Late Show is going viral in the wake of her split from husband Keith Urban. Kidman famously told host David Letterman, "Well, I can we...

Apple addresses iOS 26 bug affecting iMessage - 9to5Mac

Since iOS 26 was released last month, some iPhone users have had problems using iMessage with their phone numbers. Apple...

'Pokémon Don't Sue Me': Sora 2 App Opens Floodgates to AI Videos of Pikachu, Mario and More - IGN

OpenAI's Sora 2 generative video app has gone live, and immediately it's been used to create countless videos featuring licensed characters, such as Mario, Pikachu and more.

Cleveland Guardians, Detroit Tigers AL Wild Card Game 3 starting lineups for Oct. 2, 2025 - Cleveland.com

José Ramírez and the Guardians face a win-or-go-home elimination Game 3 against the Tigers in the American League wild card series at Progressive Field.

Perplexity’s Comet AI browser now free; Max users get new ‘background assistant’ - TechCrunch

AI search startup Perplexity is making its new Comet browser available to everyone in the world for free as it works to position the product against big browsers and search engines...

Eiffel Tower closed as nationwide strikes held across France against austerity - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

Protesters have taken to the streets in Paris and over 200 other locations across France to denounce spending cuts and demand higher taxes on the wealthy

OpenAI is the world’s most valuable private company after private stock sale - TechCrunch

OpenAI employees sold $6.6B in shares, leading company's valuation to jump to $500B.

Apple shelves Vision Pro overhaul to focus on AI glasses - TechCrunch

Bloomberg reports that the tech giant is developing at least two types of smart glasses.

Two Delta planes collide on taxiway of New York's LaGuardia Airport - CBS News

There were no serious injuries after two passenger jets had a collision on the taxiway of LaGuardia Airport, officials said.

T-Mobile’s satellite service now supports Google Maps, WhatsApp, X, and more - The Verge

T-Mobile has expanded its satellite-to-cell service to several popular apps in the US, allowing users to stay connected without cellular coverage.

RCI unveils Royal Beach Club ferries

Royal Caribbean International (RCI) revealed on Tuesday in a press statement that its new fleet of water ferries, set to deliver guests to the cruise line’s Royal Beach Club Paradi...

Exclusive: ex-CDC director talks about why she was fired - Nature

“I would never do that, as a scientist,” Susan Monarez says of being asked to approve changes to vaccine recommendations without knowing the details.