A rapper gets the boot, and the Fed raises interest rates: The news quiz
The Kennedy Center votes to close, Merriam-Webster adds new words, and House lawmakers leave early.
What might an AI doomsday look like? Experts have given it some thought
A small but dedicated group of AI experts has been warning for years that increasingly powerful AI systems could cause catastrophic damage or even lead to human extinction.
Denmark’s Leaders Are Cautiously Optimistic About Trump’s Announcement Of A Greenland Deal
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Denmark’s government was cautiously optimistic on Saturday about Donald Trump’s announcement of a deal on Greenland to bolster U.S. military presence there but keep the island under Danish control, following...
Ireland Will Boycott 2027 Eurovision Song Contest Over Israel’s Participation
LONDON (AP) — Ireland will boycott the Eurovision Song Contest for a second year over Israel’s participation, the country’s national broadcaster said Thursday.RTÉ said it will not send an act to the 2027 competition...
Google says its AI model gained unauthorized access to three outside systems
Google on Friday disclosed the first known instance of its artificial intelligence software, Gemini, carrying out an undirected computer hack, weeks after similar disclosures by AI firms Anthropic and OpenAI raised security alarms about...
The doomers, the dreamers and Xi: Trump hears from all sides on AI
President Donald Trump is one of the most forceful boosters for the rapid expansion of AI development.
Trump announces agreement with Denmark to secure ‘permanent’ control over Greenland’s security
President Donald Trump announced a new deal with Denmark Friday that grants the United States “permanent control over security” in Greenland.
The AI debate takes the political spotlight: From the Politics Desk
In today’s edition, Kristen Welker takes stock of how the AI debate quickly exploded in Washington and beyond.
How long does your food last in the fridge during a power outage? Experts explain
Two food safety experts explain how long your fridge and freezer will keep food safe during a power outage, the warning signs it’s time to toss it, and how to prep before the next...
Why the Houthis Are Saudi Arabia’s Problem
Last week, in a shock offensive, the Yemeni rebel group known as the Houthis seized territory near the Red Sea’s strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait. In doing so, they opened a volatile new front in...