1 hour ago DOGE Put a College Student in Charge of Using AI to Rewrite Regulations

A DOGE operative has been tasked with using AI to propose rewrites to the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s regulations—an effort sources are told will roll out across government.

Society

3 h. ago In court, CEO Sundar Pichai defends Google against the DOJ's 'extraordinary' proposals

Sundar Pichai testified in the remedies trial that will determine which penalties Google will face for monopolizing the search engine market, calling the DOJ's proposals a "de facto divestiture" of the company's tech.

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3 h. ago Trump declares case against CBS is a 'winner,' hints at action against New York Times

President Donald Trump deemed his lawsuit against CBS News a "winner" on Wednesday before suggesting that he was looking into taking action against The New York Times.

Politics

4 h. ago George Clooney faces unexpected crisis as report suggests wife Amal could be barred from entering the Unit

George Clooney faces unexpected crisis as report suggests wife Amal could be barred from entering the Unit  The Economic Times

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5 h. ago Anthropic suggests tweaks to proposed U.S. AI chip export controls

Anthropic agrees with the U.S. government that implementing robust export controls on domestic-made AI chips will help the U.S. compete in the AI race against China. But the company is suggesting a few tweaks to the proposed restrictions. Anthropic released a blog post on Wednesday stating that the company “strongly supports” the U.S. Department of […]

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6 h. ago Side Event submission deadline extended for TechCrunch Sessions: AI

Did you miss your chance to apply for a Side Event at “TechCrunch Sessions: AI Week?” Don’t worry – we’ve extended the deadline by three more days! You now have until May 2 at 11:59 p.m. PT to submit your proposal. This is your opportunity to connect with attendees of TC Sessions: AI and the […]

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7 h. ago Some LA council members warn of ripple effects from proposed LAPD civilian employee layoffs

Some LA council members warn of ripple effects from proposed LAPD civilian employee layoffs  NBC4 Los Angeles

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7 h. ago 5 days left: $210 ticket discount and 50% off on the second for TechCrunch Sessions AI

You’ve got just 5 days to save up to $210 — plus 50% off your +1 — and get inside the minds of AI’s biggest voices at TechCrunch Sessions: AI. Imagine hearing firsthand from Anthropic’s Jared Kaplan, OpenAI’s startup team, and top voices from firms like Khosla Ventures — all in one day. June 5 […]

Technology

8 h. ago Seattle proposing new alternative court path for drug offenses

Seattle proposing new alternative court path for drug offenses  The Seattle Times

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9 h. ago Washington State Governor Recognizes April as Pest Management Month

Washington State Governor Recognizes April as Pest Management Month  Pest Control Technology

Politics

11 h. ago Sen. Graham responds in kind to Trump's joke about wanting to be pope: 'Keep an open mind'

Sen. Lindsey Graham responded in kind after President Donald Trump jokingly suggested he'd like to be the pope, writing on X that he was "excited" the president was "open to the idea."

Politics

11 h. ago 'Hard no': Millionaire tax hike proposal has House Republicans divided

House Republicans are divided over whether they would support raising taxes on the wealthy to help pay for President Donald Trump's tax agenda.

Politics

12 h. ago Word of the Week: Crimea's tumultuous history shrouds the origin of its very name

At the northern end of the Black Sea, Crimea sits at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, having been at various times in its long history either coveted, conquered or controlled by various powers.

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12 h. ago House Republicans share details on federal student loan system overhaul

Republicans are proposing big changes to the federal student loan system, which would affect repayment plans, Pell Grants and a way to hold colleges accountable if students don't repay their loans.

Politics

12 h. ago Republicans plan to overhaul the federal student loan system. Here's what to know

The Republican proposal would eliminate Grad PLUS loans, set strict limits on Parent PLUS loans and create a system in which colleges would be on the hook if their students don't repay their loans.

Politics

14 h. ago N.Y.C. Panel Eyes Ways to Ease Housing Crisis and Improve Voter Turnout

The panel, known as the Charter Revision Commission, may introduce ballot initiatives to limit lawmakers’ power to block housing development, among other changes.

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19 h. ago Pentagon's Border Zone Snags First 28 Migrants for Justice Dept. Prosecution

The Department of Justice (DOJ) charged more than 20 migrants for illegally entering the United States through land that is now controlled by the U.S. military. The post Pentagon’s Border Zone Snags First 28 Migrants for Justice Dept. Prosecution appeared first on Breitbart.

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20 h. ago Sediment is building up on San Francisco Creek, complicating flood control effors

Sediment is building up on San Francisco Creek, complicating flood control effors  Palo Alto Daily Post

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22 h. ago Former NFL star Cris Carter rails against Shedeur Sanders' decision

Cris Carter critiqued Sheduer Sanders' decision making during this year's NFL Draft process. The Hall of Famer suggested the Browns rookie needed to shoulder most of the blame.

Politics

23 h. ago Breitbart News Daily Podcast Ep. 759: Rep. Chip Roy on Trump’s First 100 Days

Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) joins host Mike Slater to discuss President Trump’s first 100 days and what Republicans in Congress are doing to advance the MAGA agenda in the ongoing budget process. The post Breitbart News Daily Podcast Ep. 759: Rep. Chip Roy on Trump’s First 100 Days appeared first on Breitbart.

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