As Israel uses US-made AI models in war, concerns arise about tech’s role in who lives and who dies
U.S. tech giants have quietly empowered Israel to track and kill many more alleged militants more quickly in Gaza and Lebanon through a sharp spike in artificial intelligence and computing services
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Potential cuts at AI Safety Institute stoke concerns in tech industry
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Marian Turski, Auschwitz survivor who warned of danger of indifference, dies at 98
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Carlos Diegues, Filmmaker Who Celebrated Brazil’s Diversity, Dies at 84
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Marshall Rose, Who Helped Revive Two New York Institutions, Dies at 88
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Arthur 'King Bobalouie' Moses, who led one of first L.A. Bloods gang sets and sang backup for Delfonics, dies
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Roberta Flack, timeless R&B singer who made 'Killing Me Softly With His Song' a hit, dies at 88
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Secret Service agent who jumped into limo after JFK was shot has died
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Secret Service agent who rushed to first lady's side after JFK's assassination dies at 93
Clint Hill, the former Secret Service agent who shielded first lady Jacqueline Kennedy from gunfire during the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963, has died, the agency said Monday.NBC News - 20h -
Ex-Secret Service agent who leapt onto back of JFK limo in Dallas dies at 93
Clint Hill, the former Secret Service agent who leapt onto the back of former President Kennedy’s limousine in 1963 to shield the first lady from gunfire, died on Friday at his home. He was 93. ...The Hill - 19h -
Clint Hill, Who Sprang to Kennedys’ Side as Shots Were Fired, Dies at 93
A Secret Service agent, he leaped onto the president’s limousine in Dallas in 1963 and was credited with saving the first lady’s life. But he was haunted by his inability to save her husband.The New York Times - 14h -
Secret Service agent who leapt onto JFK's car during assassination dies at 93
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More health care needed in Ukraine as war with Russia hits 3rd year: WHO
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Middle East crisis live: Trump envoy says US expects second phase of Israel-Hamas deal to proceed
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When the pope is sick, Italians always gossip about who comes next - even before 'Conclave'
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2025 MLS season preview: 7 teams (and players) to care about, who and what's new, predictions and more
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‘You dream about such things’: Brit who discovered missing pharaoh’s tomb may have unearthed another
Archaeologist believes his ‘find of the century’ – of Pharaoh Thutmose II – could be surpassed by ongoing excavation. To uncover the location of one long-lost pharaoh’s tomb is a career-defining ...The Guardian - 3d -
Who's who in German elections and why this vote is important
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Major Asia bank to cut 4,000 roles as AI replaces humans
It makes DBS one of the first major banks to offer details on how AI will affect its operations.BBC News - 13h -
U.N. rejects U.S. resolution on Ukraine war that downplayed Russian role
The United States failed to get the U.N. General Assembly to approve its resolution urging an end to the war without mentioning Moscow's aggression.CBS News - 22h -
What to Know About the Saudi Crown Prince’s Role in Global Diplomacy
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Concerns for ceasefire as Israel accuses Hamas of breaking promise to return hostage remains
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China taps tech talent to boost AI data centre boom
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Top tech companies turn to hydrogen and nuclear energy for AI data centers
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Huawei improves AI chip production in boost for China’s tech goals
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Who Will Stand Up to Trump on Ukraine?
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Who Are the 6 Freed Israeli Hostages?
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Who’s afraid of the big, bad sabbatical?
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Gottlieb "very concerned" about Texas measles outbreak: "I think this will spread"
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Former FDA chief ‘very concerned’ about Texas measles outbreak spreading
Former Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Scott Gottlieb said he is “very concerned” about the measles outbreak in Texas spreading. Gottlieb joined CBS News's "Face the Nation” on ...The Hill - 1d -
Velis speaks out about importance of Israel trip
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US stocks dip amid concerns over tariffs and consumer belt-tightening
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Who is considering a run for McConnell's Senate seat?
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Woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann charged with stalking
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Who still makes the federal minimum wage of $7.25?
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As the U.S. Exits Foreign Aid, Who Will Fill the Gap?
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