Senator Elizabeth Warren, in a conversation with CBS’s Ed O’Keefe at SXSW, outlines her 2020 presidential campaign focus on dismantling major tech companies like Amazon, Apple, Google, and Facebook. Warren argues that breaking up these giants could foster competition and innovation, addressing their vast influence over the U.S. economy and society.
Country singer Conner Smith struck and killed a 77-year-old pedestrian in Nashville, raising safety concerns and launching a police investigation.
Hoda Muthana, once known as the “ISIS bride,” is fighting to return to the U.S. with her son. Her citizenship status is disputed by U.S. authorities, complicating her case. She resides in a Syrian refugee camp, expressing regret and seeking a fresh start in America.
Kendrick Lamar leads the 2025 BET Awards with 10 nominations, including Album of the Year. The awards will honor top talent across various entertainment categories.
Kyle Kashuv, a Parkland shooting survivor, advocates for gun rights in the U.S., emphasizing the balance between the Second Amendment and effective school safety reforms. His views contribute a significant perspective to the national discourse, highlighting diversity among opinions of Parkland survivors.
OpenAI has banned accounts in the Philippines that used its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, to generate social media comments supporting President Marcos or criticizing Vice President Duterte. The decision reflects OpenAI’s commitment to preventing misuse of its technology for political manipulation and underscores broader concerns about the role of AI in politics.
Health Secretary RFK Jr. removes all members of the CDC’s vaccine advisory panel, intending to replace them with his own selections, citing conflicts of interest.
Mark Green, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee and Tennessee Republican, plans to resign after a decisive House vote on the reconciliation package. His unexpected announcement leaves a gap in leadership amidst ongoing national security discussions. This transition prompts speculation about the future direction of the Homeland Security Committee and possible successors.
“Squid Game” creator Hwang Dong-hyuk announced potential spin-offs after the series finale on June 27, 2024. While Season 4 is not planned, Hwang hints at exploring character backstories, maintaining intrigue in the “Squid Game” universe.
“Pura Luka Vega, known offstage as Amadeus Fernando Pagente, was acquitted by the Manila Regional Trial Court of charges related to a viral performance. The court found insufficient evidence to convict Vega of violating the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 and Article 201 of the Revised Penal Code, marking a notable outcome in the legal proceedings.”