US lawmakers call for heightened scrutiny of NewsBreak due to its Chinese origins and use of AI for generating inaccurate news.

Oregon authorities have expanded shellfish harvesting closures statewide due to rising toxin levels, including razor clams and bay clams, following a paralytic shellfish poisoning outbreak.

The Australian eSafety Commissioner is engaged in a legal dispute with Elon Musk's X Corp over the social media giant's allegedly inadequate response to a transparency notice concerning online safety expectations, resulting in a hefty fine and ongoing court battles initiated by both parties.

Ukrainian President Volodmyr Zelensky expresses optimism as France pledges Mirage fighter jets, highlighting impatience with Western delays and underscoring Emmanuel Macron's assurance of continued support.

Starting this month, SNAP benefits recipients will see a $120 increase in payments as part of the SUN Bucks initiative, aiming to assist families relying on summer nutrition programs.

During Sen. Bob Menendez's corruption trial, witness Jose Uribe testified that he provided bribes and gifted a luxury car to Menendez's wife.

Stanford University's study on Pfizer's antiviral Paxlovid finds no significant relief for long COVID-19 symptoms, prompting ongoing investigation into its potential effects on persistent symptoms in a groundbreaking clinical trial.

Alex Jones seeks court approval to switch his personal bankruptcy from reorganization to liquidation, aiming to sell assets to repay $1.5 billion owed to Sandy Hook families amid lawsuits over his claims of the tragedy being a hoax.

Howard University revokes Sean "Diddy" Combs' honorary degree, returns $1 million donation, and cuts ties amid growing abuse allegations.

Meta has launched its first AI-driven ad targeting program for WhatsApp, marking a significant shift for the privacy-focused messaging app as announced by CEO Mark Zuckerberg at a conference in Brazil.

Mexico clarifies that the first reported human death from H5N2 bird flu was actually caused by a chronic disease, not the virus.

Autonomy founder Mike Lynch and former finance executive Stephen Chamberlain were acquitted of all fraud charges by a San Francisco jury, marking a significant legal victory following the contentious $11 billion sale of Autonomy to Hewlett-Packard.

Donald Trump will attend a high-profile fundraiser in San Francisco hosted by tech investors and podcasters, signaling a shift in the tech industry's stance toward the former president.

Act quickly to seize the extended opportunity for student loan forgiveness and debt relief, as the deadline has been pushed back, giving borrowers a chance to slash their debt.

Netflix has settled a defamation lawsuit filed by Linda Fairstein, the former Manhattan sex crimes prosecutor, regarding her portrayal in the 2019 crime series ‘When They See Us.’

Transit advocates and local officials are urging Mayor Eric Adams to expand the eligibility criteria for New York City's Fair Fares program.

Former employees of OpenAI and Google DeepMind have penned an open letter urging AI companies to protect employees who raise concerns about AI risks

The Amazon Labor Union has affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, receiving support from one of the most powerful labor unions.

Intel Corp. and Apollo Global Management announced a joint venture to invest $11 billion in a chip-manufacturing facility in Ireland, with Apollo acquiring a 49% stake from Intel, aiming to close the deal in the second quarter.

Former Ozy Media executive Samir Rao testified that he falsified business records and impersonated a YouTube executive to secure investment from Goldman Sachs.

Hackers have taken over major TikTok accounts, including those of CNN, Sony, and Paris Hilton, by exploiting a vulnerability that requires only opening a direct message without additional user actions.

China has accused the UK's MI6 of recruiting two Chinese government employees as spies, exploiting one man's financial desires, amid ongoing espionage allegations between Beijing and the West.

A groundbreaking skin cancer vaccine undergoing NHS trials shows promising results, potentially halving the risk of death or relapse.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear launches a $223 million initiative to address the rental housing shortage in tornado-affected areas.

Social Security recipients usually paid in the second week of the month may experience a delay until the next week.

Dr. Anthony Fauci faced rigorous questioning from Republicans, including one who declined to address him as a doctor, during his appearance before a US House committee.

E*Trade is considering banning meme-stock influencer Keith Gill from its platform due to concerns about potential stock manipulation following his recent large purchases of GameStop options.

PacifiCorp, a utility owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, agreed to pay $178 million to settle claims by 403 plaintiffs related to two Oregon wildfires in 2020, bringing the total settled claims to nearly 1,500.

New York plans to ban social media companies from using algorithms to control content for youth without parental consent, addressing concerns about the platforms' impact on mental health.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed a significant tax credit into law aimed at cutting child poverty in half, using the state's TABOR surplus.