Meta AI rules let bots hold ‘sensual’ chats with kids, report showsGlobalnews Digital
A Meta spokesperson said the company is in the process of revising the document and that such conversations with children never should have been allowed.
Mookie Betts credits teammates, Dodgers faithful for supporting him through rough 2025 season
Los Angeles Dodgers eight-time All-Star Mookie Betts was recently candid about his struggles this season, saying that he feels his “season’s over.” “My season’s kind of over,” he told The…
Trump told Norwegian minister he wanted Nobel Prize: reportGlobalnews Digital
Several countries including Israel, Pakistan and Cambodia have nominated Trump for brokering peace agreements or ceasefires, and he’s said he deserves the accolade.
Pupil who invented device to help homeless named among ‘girls of the year’
Rebecca Young, 12, was recognised for designing a solar-powered backpack with an electric blanket inside. BBC News
Supreme Court has ‘good chance’ of hearing Kim Davis’ case urging same-sex marriage be overturned: lawyer
The former Kentucky county clerk who was jailed 10 years ago for refusing to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples is now asking the Supreme Court to review its landmark…
Comedian Matt Rife’s new e.l.f make-up ad becomes latest celebrity ad generating outrage online
Comedian Matt Rife’s new ad campaign for cosmetics brand e.l.f. is the latest celebrity-starring commercial that has caused social media users to melt down. The make-up brand published their ad…
Jennifer Aniston warns of Hollywood safety concerns after man rammed car into her gate
Jennifer Aniston gave a stark warning about safety after a man rammed into her home gate. Aniston, 56, admitted her security team is “not glamorous in any way,” in the…
California school board votes to ban trans athletes from girls’ sports amid state’s lawsuit with Trump
A school board in California voted to defy state policy and ban trans athletes from girls’ sports Tuesday. The Kern County Board of Education approved a resolution to comply with…
Deep impacts: Manitoba wildfires could threaten aquatic ecosystemsMarney Blunt
Experts also say the longer and more intense wildfire seasons could mean longer-lasting impacts on aquatic ecosystems.
Myanmar rebels accused of atrocities against Rohingya
Rights groups and survivors are accusing Myanmar’s Arakan Army rebel group of mass killings and torture of Rohingya. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
Air Canada asks for binding arbitration as imminent shutdown loomsSean Previl
Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu said she received a request from Air Canada to refer both parties to binding arbitration and has asked the union to respond to the airline’s request.…
US fugitive Nicholas Rossi convicted of rape after extradition from Scotland
The American had faked his death and fled to Scotland in a bid to escape justice. BBC News
American accused of faking death, fleeing US found guilty of raping former girlfriend
A man accused of faking his death and fleeing the country to avoid facing sexual assault charges was convicted Wednesday of first-degree felony rape. The verdict in the 2008 rape…
Democratic governor declares state of emergency in crime-ridden county
Just two days after President Donald Trump seized control of Washington, D.C.’s police force to combat violent crime in the Democrat-run capital, New Mexico’s Democratic governor on Wednesday declared a…
Giants’ Heliot Ramos faces ridicule over bizarre throw vs Padres
San Francisco Giants outfielder Heliot Ramos made a mind-boggling error during the team’s 11-1 loss to the San Diego Padres on Wednesday afternoon. Padres third baseman Manny Machado roped a…
Schumer gives profanity-laced response to whether Dems will help extend DC police takeover
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer had harsh words Wednesday when asked whether Democrats planned to go along with President Donald Trump’s request to extend his control over Washington, D.C.’s police…
Liverpool man accused of ramming car into football parade faces new charges
Paul Doyle allegedly drove his car into crowds celebrating Liverpool’s Premier League title win in May. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Second MasterChef contestant edited out of scandal-hit series
The show’s production company says another chef decided not to be included “given recent events”. BBC News
Clara Amfo says depression played a part in Radio 1 exit
The DJ says she made the decision to leave after being “in the trenches” with depression in 2023. BBC News