Apr 05 Watch 6:17 The potential dangers as artificial intelligence grows more sophisticated and popular By Geoff Bennett, Courtney Norris, Dorothy Hastings Over the past few months, artificial intelligence has managed to create award-winning art, pass the bar exam and even diagnose illnesses better than some doctors. But as AI grows more sophisticated and popular, the voices warning against the potential dangers… Continue watching
Apr 04 Biden says tech companies must ensure AI products are safe for individuals, national security By Zeke Miller, Associated Press President Joe Biden met with his council of advisers on science and technology about the "risks and opportunities" that rapid advancements in artificial intelligence development pose for individual users and national security. Continue reading
Apr 04 General Motors to avoid layoffs for now after thousands of salaried workers accept buyouts By Tom Krisher, Associated Press GM said in a statement that the offers will save about $1 billion per year in costs, about half of the $2 billion it wants to cut annually by the end of 2024. Continue reading
Apr 03 UFC, WWE combine to form a $21.4 billion sports entertainment company By Michelle Chapman, Associated Press WWE and the company that runs Ultimate Fighting Championship will combine to create a $21.4 billion sports entertainment company. Continue reading
Apr 03 Community colleges face low enrollment, dismal completion rates By Jon Marcus, The Hechinger Report Scant advising, labyrinthian financial aid and unclear career pathways are among the challenges facing two-year schools and their students. Continue reading
Apr 02 Saudi Arabia, other OPEC+ nations announce surprise oil production cuts By Associated Press Saudi Arabia and other major oil producers on Sunday announced surprise cuts totaling 1.15 million barrels per day from May until the end of the year, a move that could raise prices worldwide. Continue reading
Mar 31 Watch 4:52 News Wrap: Biden tours tornado damage in Mississippi In our news wrap Friday, President Biden toured Rolling Fork, Mississippi, where a tornado killed 13 people and damaged hundreds of homes, the Justice Department filed suit against Norfolk Southern railroad over a February train derailment in Ohio and Minneapolis… Continue watching
Mar 31 Medicare, Social Security could fall short over next decade, report says By Amanda Seitz, Fatima Hussein, Associated Press An annual report on Social Security and Medicare says the financial safety nets millions of older Americans rely on and millions of young people are counting on will run short on funds to pay full benefits within the next decade. Continue reading
Mar 31 EPA approves California rules phasing out diesel trucks By Sophie Austin, Associated Press/Report for America The rules are part of California's plan to cut planet-warming carbon emissions and improve air quality in heavy-traffic areas. Continue reading
Mar 31 This key inflation measure slowed sharply in February By Paul Wiseman, Associated Press It's an encouraging sign in the Fed's yearlong effort to cool price pressures through steadily higher interest rates. Continue reading