The latest hearing in Washington saw three judges split over whether the Defense Department can brand a private AI firm as a national‑security threat. The company, known for its chatbot Claude, argues that the Pentagon’s warning is unfounded and retaliatory. One judge said there was no proof that
After the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, a huge nuclear plant in Japan made about 164 000 people leave their homes. While the towns were empty, ordinary farm pigs slipped out and mixed with wild boars that already roamed the area. The mix produced a new type of pig that can breed very fast and grow in
Boulder County owns or protects more than 108, 000 acres of open space. The land is a mix of county property and private parcels that have been sealed with conservation easements thanks to taxpayer money. Once the land was secured, a duty followed: keep it healthy and safe. The county’s plan says t
In a recent legal showdown, OpenAI secured a victory against Elon Musk’s attempts to change its leadership. The tech company, known for creating ChatGPT and valued at about $852 billion, is poised to launch one of the biggest initial public offerings ever. Musk had pushed for the removal of co‑fo
Reno is turning up the heat as the week goes on, with temperatures expected to climb into the mid‑to‑upper 80s by the time Memorial Day rolls around. The National Weather Service says a ridge of high pressure will settle over the area by mid‑week, bringing sunny skies and drier air across Western
The Knoxville Smokies came back to Covenant Health Park on Tuesday, but they struggled to get their offense going and lost 3‑1 in the first of a six‑game set against the Montgomery Biscuits. Yenrri Rojas began the game for the Smokies, giving up six hits and three runs over five innings. He struc
Nanopesticides are becoming common in modern farms because they fight pests well and behave differently from regular chemicals. Their long‑lasting nature means they can stay in the environment and build up in living organisms. Scientists are now worried that these tiny particles might harm the heart
A Canadian athlete once believed his hockey career was winding down, but a chance trip to Australia rewrote that story. He had spent years moving from the NHL’s bright lights to Europe’s second‑tier leagues, and by 2022 he felt ready to hang up his skates. His body was still fit, and the game st
Conor McGregor returns to the UFC stage in July 2026 after a five-year layoff, facing a fighter who’s been active the whole time. Critics aren’t giving him much of a chance. Part of the doubt comes from McGregor’s life outside the Octagon. While Holloway stays focused on training and family, McGrego
Most people don’t realize how often pets need blood transfusions—just like humans. Yet finding enough pet donors is a constant struggle. Part of the problem is that not enough animal owners know this lifesaving option exists. Veterinarians are in a unique position to change that. They see patients d
