Rapper A$AP Rocky was found not guilty in his felony gun trial on February 18 at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center in Los Angeles. The verdict came after a five-day contentious trial, with the prosecution accusing him of shooting his former friend and high school classmate Terell Ephron, who goes by A$AP Relli. … Read more
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency due to a nationwide road salt shortage affecting the state. The prolonged cold weather has led to high demand for rock salt, causing supplies to dwindle. The situation is severe enough that one resident in Upstate New York reported finding no rock salt at … Read more
A recent study published in PNAS Nexus found that blocking mobile internet from smartphones for just two weeks can significantly improve three dimensions of psychological functioning: mental health, subjective well-being, and attention span. According to the research, 91% of Americans own a cellphone with internet access, but this has raised concerns about the negative effects … Read more
The Association of Postal Regulatory and Workplace Units (APWU) has welcomed news that Postmaster General Louis DeJoy is departing the USPS, stating he will work with the Board of Governors to ensure a smooth transition. The APWU urges the Board to appoint a new PMG who values public service and recognizes the crucial role postal … Read more
China’s top tech and political leaders gathered for a high-profile event that showcased their unity in the face of global scrutiny. However, behind the scenes, concerns over visa abuse by major outsourcing firms have raised eyebrows. A recent investigation revealed TCS, India’s largest outsourcing firm, has been exploiting special manager-level visas to hire front-line workers … Read more
US-based company Humane has announced that it is selling most of its company, including the AI Pin platform, to tech giant HP for $116 million. The sale marks the end of AI Pin, which was launched in April 2024 but received scathing reviews from critics. Despite initial hype, the device failed to gain traction in … Read more
M23 rebels have tightened their grip on Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu province in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The city, home to over 1.3 million people, was captured by the rebels after being abandoned by Congolese forces. The rebel group, backed by about 4,000 troops from Rwanda, has been making gains in … Read more
M23 rebels have taken control of the strategic city of Bukavu in eastern Congo, sparking fears of a wider war and exacerbating the country’s conflict. The rebel group, backed by Rwanda, has pledged to restore order and protect civilians. The capture of Bukavu, a key commercial hub, followed a rapid offensive that left residents surveying … Read more
OpenAI is considering granting special voting rights to its nonprofit board in response to a recent takeover bid from Elon Musk, who is reportedly unhappy with the company’s shift towards generating profits over its original mission of creating AI for humanity. As part of its transition into a for-profit entity, OpenAI operates as a hybrid … Read more
Justin Turner won’t be joining the Boston Red Sox this season. The two-time All-Star had been linked to a potential reunion with his former team after splitting time between the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners in 2024. However, reports now indicate that Turner is set to return to the National League with the Chicago … Read more