ICE Chicago Field Office Director Russell Hott steps down as a federal judge orders immigration agents to wear body cameras during operations. The move comes after Governor JB Pritzker accused the government of lying about incidents, including a fatal shooting last month. Source: https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/ice-chicago-chief-exits-court-oversight-immigration-crackdown
A new app called Sora 2 has generated 1 million downloads in just five days, using text-to-video generative AI to create deepfakes of historical figures. The tool’s popularity stems from its ability to produce high-quality clips within minutes and allow users to star in their own deepfakes. However, the use of deceased individuals without consent … Read more
Meta, the $1.8 trillion tech giant, is actively hiring entry-level candidates for full-stack software engineer and multiple product software engineer roles. The company is willing to pay competitive salaries ranging from $176,000 to $290,000 annually, alongside other perks like bonuses, equity, and benefits. To qualify for these roles, candidates need a bachelor’s degree in a … Read more
Chad has restored ties with African Parks, a conservation group linked to Prince Harry and the government. The agreement comes after less than two weeks of severed relations due to accusations of failing to curb poaching. African Parks will manage Zakouma National Park and Ennedi Natural and Cultural Reserve in Chad once again, financing and … Read more
A Chicago court hearing has been rescheduled for Monday, where an acting ICE director will answer questions about force allegations against federal agents in the city. The Department of Justice is seeking another official to testify instead, citing knowledge of recent incidents and enforcement operations. Judge Sara Ellis wants witnesses with first-hand knowledge of recent … Read more
Are you having trouble signing up for Windows 10 security updates? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you enroll in the Extended Security Update (ESU) program and keep your PC protected against vulnerabilities. To start, check if you’re eligible for the ESU program by going to Settings and selecting … Read more
A person’s surroundings can significantly impact their brain health. Research at Wake Forest University School of Medicine has discovered that living in a neighborhood with social and environmental disadvantages may increase the risk of dementia. The study analyzed data from 679 adults and found that those living in polluted areas, poverty-stricken neighborhoods, and areas with … Read more
US President Donald Trump says the price of diabetes medication Ozempic could decrease to just $150 a month. Currently, it costs around $1,000 for a one-month supply. Trump praised Ozempic as “the fat loss drug.” Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly & Co., companies that make similar treatments like Mounjaro and Zepbound, saw their stock prices … Read more
A new study on older European couples reveals that life satisfaction is strongly connected to a partner’s happiness. The research found that when one partner’s life satisfaction increases, the other’s also tends to increase by about 0.3 points on average. This link holds even after controlling for various personal and household factors. The study highlights … Read more
A federal judge has ordered an ICE official to testify after a tear-gas incident in a Chicago neighborhood, where Border Patrol agents chased a man and deployed gas on a crowd of residents. The judge’s concerns come as Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker accuses the federal immigration crackdown in Chicago of “creating mayhem.” Source: https://abcnews.go.com/US/profoundly-concerned-judge-orders-ice-official-testify-after/story?id=126585221