64 minutes ago Framingham’s Katie Nolan is back, this time with a SiriusXM podcast she felt ‘needed to exist’

“Casuals” will be a twice-weekly podcast that aims to connect with fans that want to enjoy sports in a lighthearted way. The post Framingham’s Katie Nolan is back, this time with a SiriusXM podcast she felt ‘needed to exist’ appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

7 hours ago Beyond red dye No.3: Here's what parents should know about food colorings

Food companies have two years to get red dye No.3 out of their products. But other synthetic dyes have also raised concerns, because of behavioral issues in kids. Here's what parents need to consider.

Society

16 hours ago Breitbart Business Digest: A Farewell to Bidenomics—The Era of Economic Mismanagement Ends

Joe Biden’s tenure as president will likely be remembered as an era of economic mismanagement, a vivid demonstration of what happens when the aimless pursuit of power combines with unbridled ideology to trump prudence. The post Breitbart Business Digest: A Farewell to Bidenomics—The Era of Economic Mismanagement Ends appeared first on Breitbart.

Economics

21 hours ago Packers Fan Subjected to Vile Tirade Accused of Setting Up Eagles Fan for Social Media Fail: 'He Knew This Would Happen'

A Packers fan who in a viral video was subjected to a vile tirade by an Eagles fan is now being accused of setting up the Eagles fan. The post Packers Fan Subjected to Vile Tirade Accused of Setting Up Eagles Fan for Social Media Fail: ‘He Knew This Would Happen’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Sport

2 hours ago Patriots reportedly add Chargers assistant to offensive coordinator search. Here’s what to know about Marcus Brady.

Brady is the second known candidate to have either interviewed or be requested for an interview for the Patriots' offensive coordinator job. The post Patriots reportedly add Chargers assistant to offensive coordinator search. Here’s what to know about Marcus Brady. appeared first on Boston.com.

Events

22 hours ago New AI licensing platform aims to help authors keep control over their books

In the wake of several high profile lawsuits involving authors suing AI companies for allegedly scraping their literary works to train large language models, The Authors Guild announced the public launch of its partnership with an AI rights licensing platform this week. Walter Isaacson, James Patterson, Susan Orlean and Viet Thanh Nguyen are among the authors in support of the endeavor.

Culture

21 hours ago ChatGPT’s head of product will testify in the US government’s case against Google

The U.S. government has picked Nick Turley, ChatGPT's head of product, to testify in its antitrust case against Google. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Technology

25 hours ago What 3rd case of bird flu with unclear infection source means in fight against virus

A California child was recently confirmed as the third human case of bird flu with a known source of infection. What could this mean in our fight against the disease?

Science

3 hours ago 4 former Seattle Seahawks the team can reunite with in 2025 free agency

4 former Seattle Seahawks the team can reunite with in 2025 free agency  12th Man Rising

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7 hours ago Beyond red dye No. 3: Here's what parents should know about food colorings

Food companies have two years to get red dye No. 3 out of their products. But other synthetic dyes have also raised concerns, because of behavioral issues in kids. Here's what parents need to consider.

Society

18 hours ago "Customers Are Not Coming In": LA Restaurants Reach a Breaking Point Due to the 2025 Wildfires

"Customers Are Not Coming In": LA Restaurants Reach a Breaking Point Due to the 2025 Wildfires  Eater LA

Economics

23 hours ago Washington (WIAA) high school girls basketball scores, live updates (1/17/2025)

Washington (WIAA) high school girls basketball scores, live updates (1/17/2025)  Sports Illustrated

Sport

3 hours ago In India, a police volunteer is convicted of rape and murder of a trainee doctor

A court found a police volunteer guilty of the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor, a crime that sparked protests and hospital strikes amid concerns over lack of safety for women.

Events

22 hours ago Major authors hope new AI licensing site will help them keep control of their books

In the wake of several lawsuits involving authors suing AI companies for allegedly scraping their literary works to train models, some big-name writers are signing on to a new AI licensing platform.

Culture

22 hours ago ‘Daily Show’ Mocks TikTok Users Saying Ban Is the Worst Thing U.S. Has Ever Done: ‘We Did Slavery’

Comedy Central’s "The Daily Show" host Jordan Klepper mocked TikTok users expressing their outrage over the U.S. banning the Chinese app this Saturday. One TikTok user called the decision the worst thing the United States has ever done. The post ‘Daily Show’ Mocks TikTok Users Saying Ban Is the Worst Thing U.S. Has Ever Done: ‘We Did Slavery’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Technology

26 hours ago Weekly US Influenza Surveillance Report: Key Updates for Week 2, ending January 11, 2025

Weekly US Influenza Surveillance Report: Key Updates for Week 2, ending January 11, 2025  CDC

Science

4 hours ago TikTok says it will go dark Sunday unless Biden offers ‘definitive statement’

It remains unclear whether TikTok will still be available in US app stores Sunday, with the company claiming that President Joe Biden’s outgoing administration needs to offer “definitive” assurances that it won’t enforce the ban. On Friday, the Supreme Court upheld a law that would effectively ban TikTok in the United States if the app’s […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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8 hours ago More teens say they're using ChatGPT for schoolwork, a new study finds

According to the survey, 26% of students ages 13-17 are using the artificial intelligence bot to help them with their assignments.

Society

21 hours ago 'Ridiculous': Capitol One Blasted for 'Technical Issue' Affecting Customers' Access to Their Money

Capitol One is taking heat for a "technical issue" that has affected some customers' ability to access their money online. The post ‘Ridiculous’: Capitol One Blasted for ‘Technical Issue’ Affecting Customers’ Access to Their Money appeared first on Breitbart.

Economics

24 hours ago Washington (WIAA) high school boys basketball scores, live updates (1/17/2025)

Washington (WIAA) high school boys basketball scores, live updates (1/17/2025)  Sports Illustrated

Sport

4 hours ago DOJ confirms arrested US Army soldier is linked to AT&T and Verizon hacks

The alleged hacker claimed to have access to huge amounts of call records, including VP Kamala Harris and President Trump. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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41 hours ago David Lynch Movies and TV Shows: Where to Stream ‘Blue Velvet,’ ‘Twin Peaks’ and More

Films like “Blue Velvet” and “Mulholland Drive” aren’t always easy to explain, but they live on in your mind and burrow under your skin.

Culture

24 hours ago ChatGPT’s newest feature lets users assign it traits like ‘chatty’ and ‘Gen Z’

Update: OpenAI officially announced this feature one week after some users reported the arrival, and then disappearance, of the new options. It’s possible they went live prematurely. OpenAI is introducing a new way for users to customize their interactions with ChatGPT, the company’s AI-powered chatbot. On Friday, OpenAI announced it is rolling out a new […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Technology

4 hours ago Jaylen Brown feels he’s had to ‘adjust’ offensively for Celtics this season

Brown had averaged just 16.8 points in the Celtics' six previous games before scoring 20 in Friday's win. The post Jaylen Brown feels he’s had to ‘adjust’ offensively for Celtics this season appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

28 hours ago FTC and States File Lawsuit Against John Deere over Farmers' 'Right to Repair'

The FTC, along with the states of Illinois and Minnesota, has filed a lawsuit against agricultural equipment giant John Deere, alleging that the company has illegally restricted farmers and independent technicians from repairing Deere equipment. The post FTC and States File Lawsuit Against John Deere over Farmers’ ‘Right to Repair’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Society

22 hours ago Report: Chevron Owed Venezuela $300 Million in Taxes Despite Sanctions

California-based company Chevron filed tax returns worth about $300 million to the Venezuelan socialist regime, raising questions about how much dictator Nicolás Maduro benefits from Chevron's oil production despite existing oil sanctions, Bloomberg reported on Thursday. The post Report: Chevron Owed Venezuela $300 Million in Taxes Despite Sanctions appeared first on Breitbart.

Economics

25 hours ago Detroit Cracks Down on Parking Lot Owners Looking to Charge $1,000 During Lions Playoff Game

Authorities in Detroit are cracking down on parking lot owners who are gouging consumers by charging as much as $900 and $1,000 ahead of the Lions divisional round playoff game against the Washington Commanders on Saturday. The post Detroit Cracks Down on Parking Lot Owners Looking to Charge $1,000 During Lions Playoff Game appeared first on Breitbart.

Sport

5 hours ago Man with assault rifle in car arrested after alleged threat to ‘vaporize’ people on Martha’s Vineyard

A retired NYPD officer allegedly threatened police with a bomb and guns at the Steamship Authority terminal in Vineyard Haven. The post Man with assault rifle in car arrested after alleged threat to ‘vaporize’ people on Martha’s Vineyard appeared first on Boston.com.

Events

25 hours ago OpenAI is trying to extend human life, with help from a longevity startup

OpenAI says it trained a new AI model called GPT-4b micro with Retro Biosciences, a longevity science startup trying to extend the human lifespan by 10 years, according to the MIT Technology Review. Retro, which is backed by Sam Altman, has been working with OpenAI for roughly a year on this research, according to the […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Technology

4 hours ago Cooper Flagg and AJ Dybantsa watched the Celtics throttle the Magic at TD Garden

Two of the nation's most prized basketball prospects, both of whom are from New England, were at the game Friday night. The post Cooper Flagg and AJ Dybantsa watched the Celtics throttle the Magic at TD Garden appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

42 hours ago Police: Connecticut Teacher Ran Online Car Scam Through School Computers

A Connecticut high school teacher has been arrested for running an extensive online scam using computer equipment belonging to the public school system, police said. The post Police: Connecticut Teacher Ran Online Car Scam Through School Computers appeared first on Breitbart.

Society

23 hours ago Vanguard to Pay $106 Million in Restitution to Retirement Fund Investors

An investigation by the S.E.C. and several states found that the company had failed to notify investors of changes in the terms of some funds, leading to higher capital gains taxes.

Economics

26 hours ago Rams' Jared Verse Says He 'Hates Eagles Fans,' Cannot Stand Seeing Green and White

It's customary not to give the opposing team bulletin board material before payoff games, but Rams rookie Jared Verse is breaking that tradition. The post Rams’ Jared Verse Says He ‘Hates Eagles Fans,’ Cannot Stand Seeing Green and White appeared first on Breitbart.

Sport

7 hours ago GRAPHIC: Cartel Gunmen Behead Rivals as Mexican Officials Claim Crime Dramatically Lower

Three days of shootouts led to several dead gunmen and a gory beheading as members of the terrorist organization Cartel Jalisco New Generation continued their push for control of the western state of Michoacan. This escalation in violence comes one day before Mexican government officials talked about how crime has decreased in recent weeks. The post GRAPHIC: Cartel Gunmen Behead Rivals as Mexican Officials Claim Crime Dramatically Lower appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

5 hours ago Red Sox send reliever Chase Shugart to Pirates for minor league righthander Matt McShane

The Red Sox acquired righthanded pitcher Matt McShane from the Pirates in exchange for Chase Shugart, who made his debut on the mound in 2024. In 8⅔ innings, Shugart carried a 4.15 ERA and a 1.27 WHIP for his six appearances. He also appeared in 36 games (five starts) for Triple A Worcester, going 6-2 […] The post Red Sox send reliever Chase Shugart to Pirates for minor league righthander Matt McShane appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

23 hours ago CNN Ordered to Pay at Least $5 Million for Defaming Security Contractor

The jury decision came after a two-week trial where lawyers for the contractor argued that the network had falsely accused him of illegal activity.

Economics

26 hours ago Stephen King Calls for Cancellation of Oscars: 'Wearing Fancy Clothes While L.A. Burns'

Iconic horror author and far-left activist Stephen King is calling for the Academy Awards to be cancelled amid the wildfires still raging through the Los Angeles area. The post Stephen King Calls for Cancellation of Oscars: ‘Wearing Fancy Clothes While L.A. Burns’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Sport

7 hours ago How victims of PowerSchool’s data breach helped each other investigate ‘massive’ hack

School workers say they resorted to crowdsourcing help among each other following PowerSchool's breach, fueled by solidarity and the slow response from PowerSchool. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Events

40 hours ago Netanyahu says deal to release hostages held in Gaza has been reached after last minute snags

Netanyahu said he would convene his security Cabinet later Friday, and then the government to approve the long-awaited hostage deal. The post Netanyahu says deal to release hostages held in Gaza has been reached after last minute snags appeared first on Boston.com.

Economics

29 hours ago 5 Mass. players to watch in college football’s national championship game

All five of them play for Notre Dame. The post 5 Mass. players to watch in college football’s national championship game appeared first on Boston.com.

Sport

8 hours ago Private firefighters are helping out in L.A. wildfires. It raises ethical questions

Insurers are deploying private firefighters amid the Los Angeles wildfires. Are they an added bonus for all — or only for those who can afford them?

Events

6 hours ago Jayson Tatum shrugs off Brandon Jennings question with mic drop moment

"I guess I'm a big deal," Tatum said before he walked off. The post Jayson Tatum shrugs off Brandon Jennings question with mic drop moment appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

41 hours ago White House: Demand Helped Cause Inflation, But Price Pressure from Stimulus Was Worth Growth

During an interview with Bloomberg aired on Thursday’s “Balance of Power,” White House Council of Economic Advisers Chair Jared Bernstein stated that “strong demand” did help cause inflation and he accepts that the upward pressure on prices from COVID stimulus The post White House: Demand Helped Cause Inflation, But Price Pressure from Stimulus Was Worth Growth appeared first on Breitbart.

Economics

30 hours ago How Christian Athletes at Notre Dame and Ohio State Relied on Faith to Rise to the National Championship Game

This year's national championship game features the two most outwardly faithful teams in college football, and, according to Notre Dame's QB Riley Leonard, that's just how God planned it. The post How Christian Athletes at Notre Dame and Ohio State Relied on Faith to Rise to the National Championship Game appeared first on Breitbart.

Sport

8 hours ago Private firefighters are helping out in LA wildfires. It raises ethical questions

Insurers are deploying private firefighters amid the Los Angeles wildfires. Are they an added bonus for all — or only for those who can afford them?

Events

7 hours ago How Long Can the Alliance Between Tech Titans and the MAGA Faithful Last?

Trump’s unruly coalition is threatening to tear itself apart.

Politics

43 hours ago Director Justin Baldoni Sues Hollywood Power Couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds for $400 Million

Hollywood power couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are being targeted in a $400 million defamation suit by Justin Baldoni, Lively’s co-star on bleak romance “It Ends With Us” — the latest caustic twist in the legal battle engulfing the film. The post Director Justin Baldoni Sues Hollywood Power Couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds for $400 Million appeared first on Breitbart.

Economics

33 hours ago Why Australian Open live streams look like Wii tennis — and what it means for sports

The Australian Open's animated tennis livestreams are making a splash. U.S. leagues have used similar technology to put Simpsons on the football field and superheroes on ice skates.

Sport

9 hours ago San Diego Fire Official: EVs Will Create Additional Issues Fighting Fires

During a portion of an interview aired on Friday’s broadcast of CNN’s “OutFront,” San Diego Fire-Rescue Battalion Chief Rob Rezende stated that electric vehicles and their batteries will create additional issues in fighting the recent fires in California. CNN National Correspondent The post San Diego Fire Official: EVs Will Create Additional Issues Fighting Fires appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

7 hours ago NHL Game Preview: Los Angeles Kings at Seattle Kraken with Line Combinations 1/18/2025

NHL Game Preview: Los Angeles Kings at Seattle Kraken with Line Combinations 1/18/2025  Inside The Rink

Politics

9 hours ago Maher: There's 'Huge' Connection Between California's Fire Risk, Homelessness Issue

On Friday’s broadcast of HBO’s “Real Time,” host Bill Maher stated that there is a massive connection between California’s homelessness issue and elevated fire risk. While speaking with former Los Angeles mayoral candidate Rick Caruso, Maher stated, “I’ve heard people The post Maher: There’s ‘Huge’ Connection Between California’s Fire Risk, Homelessness Issue appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

8 hours ago In Lebanon, these Palestinian refugees sew designs from a homeland they've never seen

In a workshop in an infamous refugee camp in Beirut, Palestinian women practice an ancient art form — as a livelihood, and also as therapy. The designs come from a homeland most have never seen.

Politics

14 hours ago Maher on Fires: Climate's Mostly Out of Our Hands, We Can Control High Taxes for Nothing, Stupid DEI, Bass Going Nero 

During his closing monologue on Friday’s broadcast of HBO’s “Real Time,” host Bill Maher stated that while climate change makes wildfires worse, “that’s largely out of our control. What are we going to do? Pass a ballot measure to make The post Maher on Fires: Climate’s Mostly Out of Our Hands, We Can Control High Taxes for Nothing, Stupid DEI, Bass Going Nero  appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

9 hours ago Khanna: Bass Should Go as Mayor, Need 'New Leadership Across the State'

During a portion of an interview aired on Friday’s edition of “The Issue Is,” Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) called for Disney CEO Bob Iger to replace Karen Bass as Mayor of Los Angeles and stated that “we need a new The post Khanna: Bass Should Go as Mayor, Need ‘New Leadership Across the State’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

17 hours ago Exclusive—‘No Excuse’: Former Aerial Firefighter Sen. Tim Sheehy Details What CA Got Wrong Ahead of Wildfire Disaster

In an exclusive interview on "The Alex Marlow Show," Sen. Tim Sheehy (R-MT), a former aerial firefighter, explained the scope of the Los Angeles wildfires, the government's role in them, and the environmental policies that making firefighting more difficult. The post Exclusive—‘No Excuse’: Former Aerial Firefighter Sen. Tim Sheehy Details What CA Got Wrong Ahead of Wildfire Disaster appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

9 hours ago If You’re Retired, or Not: 5 Changes That Will Affect Your Money in 2025

This year, older workers will have ways to save more for retirement, spend less on medicine and see other ways to improve their finances.

Politics

18 hours ago First Female Los Angeles Fire Chief Faces Calls to Resign as Blazes Rage On

Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) Chief Kristin Crowley, the first woman and openly gay person to serve in the position, is facing calls to resign as the destructive wildfires rage on in Southern California. The post First Female Los Angeles Fire Chief Faces Calls to Resign as Blazes Rage On appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

9 hours ago Trump's return recalls when inaugurations have been more than ceremonies

Presidential inaugurations are by definition historic acts, but when we think of past Inauguration Days there is clearly a hierarchy of historical pop.

Politics

18 hours ago Orange County Fire Chief Saves Brother's House with Beer, Milk After Running Out of Water

The Orange County, California fire chief had to use milk and beer to save two Los Angeles homes — including his own brother's — from the raging flames when the neighborhood's hydrants ran dry. The post Orange County Fire Chief Saves Brother’s House with Beer, Milk After Running Out of Water appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

9 hours ago After major 2024 defeats, the Democratic Party searches for a new direction

The Democratic Party begins 2025 with several looming questions. Among them: who will lead its national party apparatus, and how it will handle President-elect Donald Trump's second term.

Politics

19 hours ago Chicago Man Arrested After HVAC Worker Discovered Bomb Materials, Guns, Fake IDs in Apartment

A Chicago man was arrested after an HVAC worker found suspicious materials such as guns, explosives, and fake IDs in the man's apartment. The post Chicago Man Arrested After HVAC Worker Discovered Bomb Materials, Guns, Fake IDs in Apartment appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

13 hours ago Maher: I Joked About It, But Trump Had a Point About CA's Vegetation Management

On Friday’s broadcast of HBO’s “Real Time,” host Bill Maher said that while he made jokes about President-Elect Donald Trump saying California doesn’t manage vegetation back during his first term, “Just because Trump says it doesn’t mean it’s automatically wrong.” The post Maher: I Joked About It, But Trump Had a Point About CA’s Vegetation Management appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

19 hours ago Supreme Court to Hear Case on Religious Objections to L.G.B.T.Q. Storybooks

Parents in Maryland said a school board’s refusal to notify them and to excuse their children from discussions of the storybooks violated the First Amendment.

Events

14 hours ago Prince Harry’s Suit Against Rupert Murdoch’s U.K. Tabloids Set to Start

Barring a late settlement, Harry’s lawsuit against News Group Newspapers will begin Monday, with potential consequences for the royal family, the media baron and even The Washington Post.

Politics

19 hours ago FBI Agent Who Claimed New Orleans Attack Was 'Not a Terrorist Event' Reassigned

The agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) who had previously claimed that the New Year's attack in New Orleans was "not a terrorist event" was reportedly reassigned. The post FBI Agent Who Claimed New Orleans Attack Was ‘Not a Terrorist Event’ Reassigned appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

15 hours ago UNCLASS_NST Implementation Report_2024 FINAL – Updated Accessible 01.17.2025

UNCLASS_NST Implementation Report_2024 FINAL – Updated Accessible 01.17.2025  Department of State

Politics

19 hours ago Amazon suspends US drone deliveries following crash at testing facility

Amazon has paused testing of its delivery drones following a crash involving two of its models, according to Bloomberg. It’s the latest setback for Amazon’s beleaguered Prime Air program, which aims to deliver around 500 million packages a year to customers by the end of the decade. Bloomberg reports two Amazon drones crashed in rainy […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Events

16 hours ago Jayson Tatum and the Celtics bounce back with blowout win over Magic: 6 takeaways

Coming off one of their worst losses of the season, Boston really needed this win. The post Jayson Tatum and the Celtics bounce back with blowout win over Magic: 6 takeaways appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

20 hours ago Immigrants and advocacy organizations brace for Trump's Day One actions

Days before Donald Trump takes office with the promise of mass deportation, immigrants are bracing for Trump's first actions, including staying away from going to work, while immigrant advocacy organizations have launched "know your rights" campaigns across the country.

Events

16 hours ago Jayson Tatum and the Celtics bounce back with blowout win over Magic: 9 takeaways

Coming off one of their worst losses of the season, Boston really needed this win. The post Jayson Tatum and the Celtics bounce back with blowout win over Magic: 9 takeaways appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

21 hours ago L.A. Officials: Over 30 Still Missing as Crews Battle Eaton and Palisades Fires

Over 30 people are still missing in Los Angeles County as firefighters continue battling two fires that have burned down communities.  The post L.A. Officials: Over 30 Still Missing as Crews Battle Eaton and Palisades Fires appeared first on Breitbart.

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