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America First News
16 May 2023
#illegals
National Review: DeSantis Announces Florida National Guard and Law Enforcement to Aid Texas Border
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is sending over 1,100 law enforcement officers and National Guard members to Texas to help secure the southern border amid fears that border officials will be overwhelmed after the Biden administration allowed Title 42 to expire. Texas and Florida have been leading the charge against Biden’s post-Title 42 policies, taking the administration to court over its policy of releasing illegal immigrants into the interior without a court date on overcrowding grounds. The move comes in response to a request for assistance from Texas Governor Greg Abbott. Idaho has also sent Idaho State Police officers to aid in the effort.
#politics
Washington Free Beacon: Squad Dems Vote Against Resolution Honoring Fallen Police
House Democrats Rashida Tlaib and Cori Bush were the only lawmakers who voted against a resolution to recognize fallen police officers, with 413 in favor and 2 against. The pair rejected the "National Police Week" measure, saying it pushes a "false narrative" and is "not a referendum on support for the safety of first responders." Tlaib and Bush have previously expressed support for defunding the police, with Bush stating "defunding the police has to happen" and Tlaib calling policing in the US "intentionally racist" and advocating for the end of policing, incarceration, and militarization. The vote comes amid scrutiny of the "Squad" Democrats' private security spending despite calls to defund the police.
Fox News: Supreme Court vacancy heads Pennsylvania primary ballots
Pennsylvania primary elections will determine party nominees for four statewide judicial posts, including one on the Supreme Court, which plays a prominent role in settling disputes over voting rights, abortion rights, and gun rights. The current Democratic majority of 4-2 on the highest court is at stake in the presidential battleground state, where justices rejected a request to invalidate the state's death penalty law and upheld the constitutionality of the state's expansive mail-in voting law. Republicans and Democrats are both running for the open seat following the death last year of Max Baer, with Republicans endorsing Carolyn Carluccio and Democrats presenting Dan McCaffery and Deborah Kunselman.
One Republican candidate, Patricia McCullough, boasted of being the "only judge in 2020 in the presidential election in the entire country" to order a halt to her state's election certification. She was ruling in a Republican-backed post-election legal challenge that sought to throw out 2.5 million mail-in ballots, most cast by Democrats, and tilt victory to Trump in the presidential battleground state, which the state high court quickly overturned. McCullough, who also ran for state Supreme Court in 2021 and lost in the primary, will compete against Carolyn Carluccio, a Montgomery County judge, for the Supreme Court seat. Five candidates are running for two open seats on the Superior Court, and there is one open seat on the Commonwealth Court after the Republican judge Kevin Brobson was elected to the state Supreme Court in 2021.
Red State: DOJ Probe Forces Massachusetts US Attorney Rachael Rollins to Resign
Rachael Rollins is stepping down as US Attorney for Massachusetts amid several investigations into ethical issues, including her appearance at a political fundraiser in 2022. Rollins' appointment was controversial, and she twice required Vice President Kamala Harris to break a tie for her nomination to progress amid Republican opposition. The DOJ inspector general opened an investigation into Rollin's attendance at the fundraiser and her use of a personal cell phone for Justice Department business and travel payments from an external group. The Office of Special Counsel is investigating whether Rollins' attendance breached the Hatch Act. Senator Tom Cotton has warned of "pro-criminal ideologues at the highest ranks of the Department of Justice."
PJ Media: What the Heck Is a Trump NFT?
Donald Trump is selling non-fungible token (NFT) versions of his trading cards, which are digital assets that represent unique pieces of content like images or videos. Minting is the process of making an NFT, where a unique identifier is generated for the image and registered on a blockchain. NFTs, while speculative, have potential in digital rights management and could be used for anything that requires government registration, but they are currently in a speculative bubble.
The Federalist Papers: Bombshell Kari Lake Video of Arizona Signature Verification Process Will Make Your Blood Boil
Kari Lake is taking her election challenge to court, claiming that the November election in Arizona was fraudulent. She has presented a video that shows two signature verifiers at work, with one approving ballots almost as quickly as they load. The other takes a more deliberate approach, checking each image before approving the ballot. Lake claims that there is not enough time in the day to verify signatures in the way they are processed. This challenge is not only about bad signatures; she is prepared to show the systemic failure of the entire signature verification process. It’s not just Maricopa County's election system that is on trial here; it’s the mail-in ballot process across the entire country.
Red State: Obnoxious Tool Daniel Goldman Attacks Julio Rosas, Gets Set on Fire in Response
Rep. Daniel Goldman embarrassed himself by denying the existence of Antifa as an organization during a House hearing. He used an outdated quote from FBI director Christopher Wray, ignoring his correction in 2021 that Antifa exists as regional organizations and nodes. Goldman attacked Julio Rosas, a senior editor for Townhall and U.S. Marine, for his credibility, while Rosas maintained that Antifa is not just an ideology but a real, organized group. Goldman's entitled behavior and lack of basic research annoyed Rosas and others on social media.
PJ Media: LIVE RESULTS: Primaries in Kentucky and Pennsylvania
Kentucky and Pennsylvania hold primaries on May 18th. In Kentucky, the governor's race is heating up with primaries in both parties, while in Pennsylvania, voters will decide multiple state races including a crucial Supreme Court seat.
The Epoch Times: Durham Report Makes a Strong Case for FBI Overhaul: FBI Veteran
Retired FBI agent Marc Ruskin stated that the Durham report's findings call for significant reform in the FBI. The report revealed flaws in the FBI's investigation into alleged collusion between President Donald Trump's campaign and Russia, demonstrating "apparent confirmation bias and an over-willingness to rely on information from individuals connected to political opponents." Crossfire Hurricane, the full-scale probe against Trump's campaign, was also run directly by upper-level leadership, which Ruskin deems "highly unusual." The FBI believes that corrective actions already implemented would have prevented the flaws found in the investigation. Ruskin and some lawmakers advocate for significant reforms in the FBI, while some Republicans call for its abolishment.
Daily Wire: John Fetterman Clearly Struggles Through Questions At Senate Hearing
Senator John Fetterman struggles to deliver questions during a Senate Banking Committee hearing due to auditory processing issues caused by a stroke. He calls for stricter regulation on banks to prevent another economic crash. Fetterman has been given a tablet for closed captioning during committee hearings and a live captioning display monitor at his desk during Senate sessions.
The Epoch Times: Senate Votes to Overturn DC Police Reform Bill, Sending Measure to Biden's Desk
The Senate has passed a resolution to block a police reform law in Washington D.C. The new law, which came into effect in April, restricts the use of chokeholds and requires body camera footage to be released unless next of kin objects. Republicans argue the law hinders police attempting to address rising crime rates in D.C.
Newsbusters: Still at War: Disney-Owned ABC Screeches at DeSantis for Defunding Diversity Programs
Disney's Good Morning America criticized Governor Ron DeSantis signing a bill that defunds diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in Florida's public colleges and universities. Chief Washington correspondent Jonathan Karl described DeSantis as promoting hot button issues appealing to his party's conservative base, rather than acknowledging his significant re-election support from the public. Critics claim DEI programs are essential to making campuses inclusive, however, supporters of the defunding claim it is necessary to curb the discrimination, exclusion, and indoctrination associated with DEI programs. The signing of a bill follows an ongoing campaign by DeSantis to appeal to GOP primary voters via various conservative policies, with ABC contributing to the media smear campaign against him.
Washington Free Beacon: Biden Official Associated With Jeffrey Epstein to Revamp His Agency's Sexual Assault Protocols
CIA director William Burns is revamping the agency's handling of sexual assault and harassment allegations. Burns had multiple meetings with convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein in 2014, but the CIA downplays their relationship as Burns only sought "general advice" during his transition to the private sector. The agency will establish a sexual harassment task force advised by outside experts, but it is unclear if Burns will investigate their backgrounds. Epstein was indicted for trafficking underage girls for sex in 2019 and ultimately killed himself in prison. The White House and CIA did not comment on Burns's revamp efforts. ( )
Fox News: Karine Jean-Pierre ends press briefing after being pressed on Durham report: 'Fled the podium'
White House spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre declined to comment on Special Counsel John Durham's report on Trump-Russia collusion. The 300-page report found that the FBI and Department of Justice “failed to uphold their mission of strict fidelity to the law” during its investigation into Russia collusion with the Trump campaign in 2016. However, Jean-Pierre left any comment about this matter to the Department of Justice. Social media criticized her response, especially given her own history of tweets supporting the theory that Trump was “illegitimate” and colluded with Russia.
Fox News: Former Pres. Trump expected to testify under oath again
Former President Trump may be subpoenaed to testify under oath in a $500 million defamation lawsuit against his former lawyer, Michael Cohen. Trump accuses Cohen of defaming him by spreading false information about him in his books, interviews, and podcast, but Cohen argued that Trump's retaliatory conduct had been petty and mean-spirited. Cohen also accused Trump of using the courts as a weapon, and both will face each other again in another lawsuit in July.
Washington Free Beacon: Virginia Man Who Attacked Congressional Staffers Had Prior Assault Charges Dropped by Soros Prosecutor
Xuan Kha Tran Pham, who was arrested for assaulting Democratic Congressman Gerry Connolly's staff with a baseball bat, had been arrested in 2022 for attacking two police officers. However, he was released by a prosecutor backed by George Soros after completing a mental health program. Pham was charged with aggravated wounding and malicious wounding for the attack on Connolly's staffers, and he was also charged with a hate crime for attacking a white woman with a bat on the same day. The Democrat-led prosecutor has been criticized in the past for his lenient handling of criminal cases.
#society
Breitbart: 'This Is a Man': Sports Illustrated Blasted for Putting Trans Pop Star on Swimsuit Cover
Sports Illustrated's swimsuit edition features four different cover models, including trans pop star Kim Petras. Petras is applauded as the first transgender woman to win a Grammy Award and speaks about the positives of representation in America. However, this decision has proven to be concerning for some Sports Illustrated readers who have taken to social media to express their frustrations with the magazine's choice to feature a trans woman instead of a biological woman.
#war
Breitbart: Ukraine Claims to Have Shot Down Six 'Unstoppable' Russian Missiles
Ukraine claims to have shot down six of Russia's "unstoppable" Kinzhal hypersonic missiles, as well as other missiles and drones. Despite successfully intercepting the weapons, falling missile debris caused damage on the ground, including buses being burnt out. The efficacy of America's Patriot missile system has been proven, resulting in good news for defence contractor Raytheon, which built the system. Russia denies Ukraine's claims and suggests that a Kinzhal missile actually hit a Patriot battery earlier in the month.
Human Events: Zelensky, Putin agree to meet with African leaders over peace
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Zelensky and Putin agreed to meet African heads of state for peace talks in Kyiv and Moscow. The group includes leaders from Congo, Senegal, Uganda, Zambia, and Egypt. The initiative was led by South African President Cyril Romaphosa. The specific timetable for the meetings is unknown. ( )
Euromaidan Press: Betrayal unveiled: journalists expose “helicopter king’s” moves to undermine Ukrainian Army
Former head of Motor Sich aerospace company, Viacheslav Bohuslaiev, deliberately sabotaged the transfer of essential military equipment to the Ukrainian army during the Russo-Ukrainian war. Tapped recordings published by Skhemy project suggests that Bohuslaiev, who was involved in developing the Ukrainian aerospace industry for over 30 years, turned down the Ukrainian military’s request for assistance due to his ties with the Kremlin, which outweighed any sense of patriotism he might have had. He actively worked towards ensuring the defeat of the Ukrainian army, and his attempt to block the Mi-2 transfer was influenced by representatives of the Russian military-industrial complex.
Bohuslaiev's instructions to his subordinates were to disable the electronic engine control of the helicopter to prevent it from taking off, to confiscate the documents, remove the aggregates and hide everything. However, Ukrainian defenders were able to confiscate the Mi-2. Bohuslaiev was eventually convicted of collaborating with the enemy for selling helicopter parts to Russia and obstructing Ukrainian military operations. He has asked to be exchanged for Ukrainian prisoners of war held by Russia. Concerns have been raised about the possibility of sensitive information being leaked to Russia as Bohuslaiev had access to state secrets.
#foreignaffairs
National Review: The Corner: South Africa’s Military Embraces Russia as Secret Arms Shipment Row Continues
South Africa has not strongly defended its non-aligned status following US Ambassador Reuben Brigety's claims that the country had sent weapons to Russia last year. Brigety was publically corrected by South African officials after meeting with Minister Naledi Pandor, prompting a statement by South Africa's ministry of international relations which criticised Brigety online. The Russian Defense Ministry has now announced that Russia's top army general has been in military talks with his South African counterpart, with agreements made on extending cooperation between the armies.
Breitbart: Diversity Is Our Strength, Indian PM Says as Religious Riots Engulf Nation
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi penned a letter celebrating the country's diversity, while calling on the public to travel for national cohesion amid ongoing anti-Christian riots that have displaced tens of thousands of people in northeast Manipur. Modi’s homage to “diversity” in northeast India follows two violent weeks in the region in which Hindu nationalist mobs, emboldened by the impunity they have often enjoyed under Modi, have rampaged through Christian communities in Manipur, just south of Assam. Hindu nationalist mobs are often, though not exclusively, responsible for mob violence in the country. In its annual 2022 report on international religious freedom, the State Department detailed widespread “attacks on pastors, disruption of Christian and Muslim worship services, and vandalism of churches” by Hindu mobs, who face little police action in response.
The Epoch Times: US President's Visit to Australia Officially Cancelled
US President Joe Biden has cancelled his planned visit to Australia due to negotiations over the US government debt ceiling in Congress. Biden was due to address the federal parliament in Canberra on May 23, ahead of the Quad summit in Sydney on May 24. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed that the Quad summit is still on but that Biden will not attend. The quad leaders, including Albanese, will meet at the G7 summit in Hiroshima this week. The Quad was set up to counter Chinese influence in the region.
#economy
Washington Free Beacon: Americans' Confidence in Housing Market Hits All-Time Low
Americans' confidence in the housing market hits record low amidst soaring house prices, with only 21% believing it's a good time to buy a home, according to a new Gallup poll. This comes as 6 in 10 small business owners express concern that Biden's economy could force them to shut down, and 70% of Americans report feeling stressed about personal finances.
The Epoch Times: Union Pushes Australian Government to Tax Critical Mineral Exports to China
The Australian Workers Union is calling for a "punitive tax" on exports of unprocessed critical minerals to China to increase local processing capacity. The nation is one of the world’s largest exporters of lithium and rare earth minerals, however, it lacks the domestic capacity to refine them. Despite China controlling nearly 60% of the world’s lithium chemical supply chain, the union is concerned that relying on China to process and deliver finished goods back to Australia could leave Australia vulnerable. AWU is expected to introduce a resolution pushing for a tax at the Labor Party’s national conference this August.
Fox News: Fetterman raises eyebrows with borderline incoherent questioning in Senate hearing: 'Like a riddle'
Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman struggled with questioning during the Senate Banking Committee's hearing on the Silicon Valley Bank collapse. He highlighted the response of witnesses' colleagues who "went to Hawaii" after the bank's collapse and questioned whether banks believe they are immune from negative consequences due to bailouts. Fetterman has received criticism online for his choppy questioning, with his spokesman attributing it to the after-effects of his stroke.
The Epoch Times: NTD Evening News (May 16): McCarthy: Debt Ceiling Deal Possible by End of the Week; Heads of Failed Banks Testify
Biden discusses debt ceiling in closed meeting with McCarthy, possible deal by week's end. Lawmakers grill former bank CEOs on mismanagement and stock sales. House Judiciary Committee requests special counsel Durham to testify on his report.
The Epoch Times: McCarthy on Debt Ceiling Talks with Biden: ‘A Little More Productive’
President Biden and Speaker McCarthy have delegated negotiations over raising the debt ceiling to trusted surrogates, with Steve Richetti and Shalanda Young negotiating on behalf of the president and Rep. Garret Graves and members of McCarthy’s staff taking the lead for the speaker. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned of a possible June 1 deadline for raising the borrowing limit, saying that a U.S. default would generate an “economic and financial catastrophe.” Republicans have proposed cutting spending, while Democrats have maintained that raising the debt limit is lawmakers’ “constitutional duty.”
#culture
The Epoch Times: Cash-Strapped Opera Australia Singing for Its Supper
Opera Australia reported an operating loss of $447,878 for the 2022 financial year due to hesitant audiences and cost blowouts. However, the loss is an improvement from the record-breaking loss of $22.6 million in 2020/21. The company has brought in $79.8 million at the box office, but staff costs for over 1500 employees totaled $70 million. Opera Australia received $37.6 million in taxpayer funding, including just under $10 million from the NSW government. With predictions of more losses in 2023, it could take years for Opera Australia to return to surplus. The company is considering staging co-productions and regional venues such as Geelong to overcome future losses. The company received criticism for its corporate culture, but it is taking actions to address the issue.
Breitbart: Nolte: Watch – Disney’s 'Indiana Jones' Goes Woke in New Clip
Disney has ruined Indiana Jones; the feminist, bossy sidekick Fleabag chick bests Indy in a golf cart chase. The CGI and digitization is terrible, and the "resourceful, beautiful, daring, self-sufficient" line is absurdly ham-handed, with Phoebe Waller-Bridge being obnoxious and smug. Old, successful, and capable actors are forced to star in CGI-filled movies with feminist sidekicks who succeed at everything, with the writers, directors, and producers being far-left narcissists. Disney handed Kathleen Kennedy two beloved franchises, and she produced disposable, smug, and forgettable sequels.
#health
The Epoch Times: Los Angeles Homeless Deaths Jump by 55 Percent, Fentanyl as Leading Cause
Homeless deaths in Los Angeles County have increased by 55 percent, mainly due to drug overdoses. A new report by the Los Angeles County’s Department of Health shows that drug overdoses were the biggest cause of deaths, reaching 1,488 in 2021, while all deaths experienced by the homeless population rose 19 percent in 2021.
The Epoch Times: No. 1 Habit for Healthy Vision
With the increase in screen usage, eye care professionals suggest that getting natural light early in the day is the key to maintaining healthy eyesight, regulating circadian rhythms, and reducing the chance of developing myopia. Practicing panoramic vision and tracking objects can also help keep the extraocular muscles in shape. American neuroscientist and professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology, Andrew Huberman, recommends getting five to ten minutes of bright light every morning and spending at least 20 to 30 minutes outside each day to practice non-up close vision.
#education
Fox News: Man who quit school and 'still can't write' buys Lamborghini after making it big as an entrepreneur
Entrepreneur Matt Fiddes inspires young people with his success story, buying a Lamborghini Aventador for $374,500 and proving that anything is possible.
#crime
Fox News: Nebraska woman charged in 1 of 4 killings pleads not guilty
Carrie Jones pleads not guilty to murder charges in the death of Gene Twiford, who was killed in a small Nebraska town last year. Her husband Jason Jones has also pleaded not guilty to killing Twiford as well as three others and setting their houses on fire.
The Epoch Times: McCarthy Wants House Ethics Committee to Investigate Santos
Republicans in the US House of Representatives are under pressure to take action against Representative George Santos. The first-Trump Republican from New York has been charged with fraud, money laundering, and betraying public funds as well as lying to constituents about his background. The accusations have come after an accusation of sexual misconduct. Pressure has come from several fronts, including Robert Garcia, the Democratic Representative from California, who has tried to force a vote on a resolution to expel Santos from the house. The House Speaker has said he would like to refer the issue of allegations against Santos to the House Ethics Committee to consider.
Breitbart: Kid Rock Among Top Donors to Daniel Penny Defense Fund
Kid Rock and Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy are among donors to the Daniel Penny defense fund, which has raised over $2.4m for the former US Marine charged with killing homeless man Jordan Neely in a New York subway using a chokehold. Kid Rock donated $5,000 and left a character reference for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, and Ramaswamy gifted $10,000. Penny's supporters claim he was trying to protect people at the time of the attack, as Neely had been causing chaos on the train. Penny, who was arrested earlier this month, risks a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison if convicted.
The Epoch Times: Soros-Backed Prosecutor's Sudden Departure Puts St. Louis in 'Unprecedented' Situation: Judge
Missouri prosecutor Kimberly Gardner left office on May 16, ahead of a hearing exploring her official conduct that would have taken place on June 1. While Bailey of Missouri Attorney General’s Office remarked that Gardner had left open the potential to change her mind and remain in office beyond the stated departure date, Gardner’s resignation letter expressly stated: “It is with a heavy heart but steadfast resolve that I am resigning my position as your Circuit Attorney, effective June 1st.” Gardner's resignation is amidst heavy criticism, including being enrolled in nursing classes since 2021 despite requiring full-time work as per the law and enraging Republican Attorney General Andrew Bailey due to her prosecution of a man who claimed he was wrongfully imprisoned for 33 years.
Forbes: Secret Service Reportedly Investigating Home Intrusion Of Biden’s National Security Advisor
A man entered the home of President Biden's national security advisor, Jake Sullivan, prompting a Secret Service investigation. The unidentified intruder appeared intoxicated and did not seem to want to harm Sullivan.
Fox News: 2 suspects arrested for Yuma house party shooting that left 2 dead, 5 wounded
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with a shooting at a party in Arizona, leaving two dead and five wounded. Investigators are still working to determine a motive.
Fox News: No prison time given to ex-postal employee involved in theft scheme; over 100 packages stolen
Former postal employee in Delaware who stole over 100 packages won't receive prison time. Jasmine Holloway was sentenced to six months of home confinement followed by two years' probation and ordered to pay over $32,000 in restitution. Holloway stole parcels from the Marshallton facility on 17 occasions and sold them to third parties, involving at least 120 victims including 80 in Russia, Ukraine, and Kyrgyzstan.
#sports
Fox News: Bengals’ Joe Burrow says contract talks ‘in the works’ ahead of 2023 season: ‘I'm pretty clear on what I want’
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow confirms negotiations for a contract extension are in the works but declines to give specifics. Burrow, who went 20-10 as a starter in the past two seasons, says he wants to keep talks between him and the team. He also says he’s taking into account other players that need to be paid and that a deal is expected before the 2023 season starts.
The Babylon Bee: Kid Playing Battleship Discovers Unstoppable Strategy Of Not Putting Ships On The Board
7-year-old Billy Berkin has become an undefeated champion at Battleship using a unique strategy of not putting any ships on the board. His younger brother suspects cheating, but their father is silent on the matter. The Pentagon has even reached out to Billy for help with a Baltic Sea offensive.
Fox News: Yankees' Aaron Judge, Aaron Boone dismiss cheating claims after uproar
Yankees' Aaron Judge denies cheating accusations by taking a peek into the dugout during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Although Blue Jays reportedly believe that Judge was looking for information about possible tipped pitches, Major League Baseball is unlikely to investigate the matter. The Yankees were fined $100,000 in 2017 for violating sign-stealing rules in 2015 and 2016.
Fox News: LIV Golf viewers miss tournament playoff as CW cuts to other programming
The LIV Golf Tulsa tournament ended in a thrilling playoff with Dustin Johnson taking home the victory. However, the network broadcasting the tournament, CW, cut coverage with only four holes left to show other programming, leaving many unable to watch the finale. Despite this setback, LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman praised the newly-formed partnership with CW for its accessibility to more than 120 million US households.
#outdoors
The Epoch Times: ‘Dust Devil’ Engulfs Child at Baseball Game
A young catcher was caught in a sudden dust devil while playing in Florida. He was briefly engulfed by sand and debris before being rescued by an umpire.
Breitbart: Hundreds of Bees Flood L.A. Neighborhood: 'Dozens of Bee Stings'
A bee swarm attacked volunteers and residents in Los Angeles' Encino neighborhood leaving at least two individuals injured with dozens of bee stings. Witnesses described a cloud of hundreds of bees that appeared "mad as could be." A volunteer Los Angeles Police Department officer was captured in a video being attacked by the swarm and losing his balance as he fell to the ground, while another individual was stung multiple times. A bee removal company owner said the behavior exhibited by the bees was not normal. The swarm may have been related to a hive in a neighborhood home.
#technology
Fox News: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman reveals what he thinks is 'scary' about AI
OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, provided examples of "scary AI" during a Senate subcommittee hearing on the regulation of artificial intelligence. Altman cited the potential for AI to design biological pathogens and hack computer systems as reasons for concern. Altman's OpenAI lab released ChatGPT, a chatbot that mimics human conversation and quickly gained a global user base, prompting other companies to launch their own AI systems. Altman expressed concerns about potential harmful disruptions caused by the proliferation of AI and welcomed government regulations to prevent such scenarios.
#other
Forbes: Greece Had A Promising Drone Program Long Before Turkey Did. Now Athens Lags Behind. What Happened?
Greece's indigenous drone program, the HAI E1-79 Pegasus, was in development as early as 1979 but was never commercially produced or exported. Analysts suggest that Greece missed a key opportunity to enhance its drone capabilities and develop its arms industry. Meanwhile, Turkey's Baykar Defence successfully developed the Bayraktar TB2 armed drone and has become a major global exporter with sales to around 30 countries. Despite Greece's plans for a significant fighter jet fleet upgrade, some experts question whether the country's limited drone capabilities may leave it vulnerable in the face of Turkey's increasing drone arsenal.
Breitbart: Nolte: Blacklister Brie Larson Not Sure She’ll See Johnny Depp Movie
Brie Larson dodges question about Johnny Depp's new film while serving as Cannes jury member. Ex-wife Amber Heard was ordered to pay Depp $15 million for defamation after making false abuse allegations. Larson's non-answer raises concerns about blacklisting in the movement, which Depp's case brings to light.