OpenAI’s chief executive stepped forward to defend his firm’s political actions amid growing worry about how AI companies influence lawmakers. He said the company has taken part in lobbying, but claimed it is far less than that of other tech rivals. The discussion came after critics pointed to
The Indiana Fever seem stuck in a strange spot. On paper, they have all the ingredients for a championship squad: a star like Caitlin Clark, a dominant big like Aliyah Boston, and a sharp shooter in Kelsey Mitchell. Yet after eight games, they’re barely holding their own. A WNBA analyst recently arg
Spencer Pratt, once a reality‑TV personality, is now a serious contender for Los Angeles mayor. He is using the city’s cost‑of‑living crisis and safety concerns as his main talking points, positioning himself against the incumbent Democrat Karen Bass. If current polls hold true, Pratt could move on
A quiet town in New Zealand has become the surprising heart of a steampunk celebration that mixes Victorian fashion with science‑fiction flair. Visitors arrive to find streets lined with brass gears, steam engines, and performers in elaborate outfits that look like they jumped straight out of a 1
In the quiet seaside town of Ōamaru, a handful of locals dressed in goggles and brass gear turn the streets into a living time machine. Every year, thousands arrive to celebrate a four‑day event that mixes old‑world steam technology with wild science‑fiction ideas. The festival is a place where peop
Oliver Drake, guitarist and vocalist for the British thrash metal group Evile, faced tough choices while trying to balance his passion for music with family responsibilities. Like many artists, he struggled to earn enough to cover living costs and touring expenses over the years. Instead of keeping
The New Jersey Sea Birds didn’t need a full weekend to prove they were the best at the Carrier Cup tournament. Bad weather scrapped the final day, but their early lead was too big to catch. Over two days, they landed four blue marlin and one sailfish, racking up 1, 875 points. That’s more than doubl
Naples’ tiny airport packs more punch than many realize. Locals debate its future, but the real questions go deeper. Should private planes keep buzzing in late at night, even if rules get bent? Fines could tighten things up—bigger planes paying more, just like speeding tickets scale with the crime.
Politics in New Mexico is getting messy with secret cash flowing into key races. State elections for land commissioner and secretary of state are seeing big spending by groups that don’t have to reveal their donors. This isn’t just a local problem—it’s part of a bigger trend where wealthy donors and
Kaneland High School’s track teams showed strong performances at the state preliminaries on Friday, securing spots in Saturday’s finals for two of their relay squads. While not all results were posted online for field events, the focus remained on the relays where Kaneland’s speed and teamwork kept
