After an illegal alien was discovered to have been voting, immigration experts that loss of voter confidence represents the true “serious threat" to American democracy.

Airports across the U.S. are seeing long security lines as the DHS shutdown impacts TSA staffing, with 171 million travelers expected to fly in coming weeks.

Before making her upcoming sixth album, the country star returned to her small-town Texas home and discovered the power of in-between spaces. "I found a lot of clarity there," she says.

After Iran assault, Russians say U.S. can’t be trusted in Ukraine talks  The Washington Post

Bay Area temps will begin to rise and reach high 80s by end of weekend  CBS News

The conversation around AI and art generally swings between two extremes: a flood of AI slop or the total automation of creative work. The more desirable approach may be an AI that behaves as a useful collaborator. But thus far, visual artists working with text-to-image tools confront frustrating basic hurdles in their abilities to direct AI. Ask an AI to create an image of a house? Not too difficult. Direct it to make the house red, with four front-facing windows, a chimney, and ivy covering the left side? Good luck.

President Donald Trump continues blasting Rep. Thomas Massie and backing GOP primary challenger Ed Gallrein ahead of a Wednesday visit to Kentucky.

A massive sewage spill that dumped 240 million gallons into the Potomac River continues to devastate the oyster industry, with buyers refusing shellfish.

Over 120 students displaced from classrooms over environmental concerns in Chatsworth  NBC Los Angeles

Iran to Skip World Cup, Minister Says, Despite Reported Trump Assurances to FIFA  The New York Times

The LA-based startup is trying to corner the commercial truck market with its electric and hybrid trucks that offer a lower cost of ownership and a better driving experience.

San Francisco family faces nightmare of splitting their dream home into apartments over petty complaint: ‘You guys are screwed’  New York Post

Safe: Child kidnapped in LA found in North Carolina nearly six years later  WXII

Colin Cowherd Said THIS About The Seattle Seahawks | Seattle Seahawks News [fef2d6]  fathomjournal.org

Study: Americans divided on immigration, but support birthright citizenship  University of Rochester

[Warning: Potentially Triggering Content] Jenelle Evans is going to support her 16-year-old son, Jace, amid his mental health struggles. As we previously reported, her teenager entered a mental health facility in North Carolina weeks after a terrifying incident involving his grandmother. Insiders told TMZ that cops were called to Barbara Evans’ home, where Jace has been [...] Read More... The post Jenelle Evans' Plan To Visit Son Jace In Mental Health Facility Following Alleged Murder-Suicide Threat appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Dependence on fossil fuels, not on the United States, is Europe’s worry  Bruegel

Western District of Michigan | Muskegon Man Involved in Shooting Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison  Department of Justice (.gov)

Washington House passes 9.9% ‘millionaires tax’ as business leaders warn of ‘seismic shift’  GeekWire

Different uses of HUMINT: the United States for security, China for technology  Korea JoongAng Daily

CWG Live: Super warm again today with a few storms possible; much cooler tomorrow  The Washington Post

World Day Against Cyber Censorship: RSF unveils new US room in its Minecraft Uncensored Library  RSF.org

Team USA's manager mistakenly boasted it had already advanced in World Baseball Classic before shocking loss to Italy  NBC News

Madison Beer has been linked to Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, drawing increased interest from NFL fans curious about her background and career.

House Republicans are urging President Trump to block profits from a major Russian oil company as Iran turmoil pushes gas prices higher across the U.S.

AI chatbots are standardizing how people speak, write, and think. If this homogenization continues unchecked, it risks reducing humanity's collective wisdom and ability to adapt, computer scientists and psychologists argue in an opinion paper published in Trends in Cognitive Sciences.

Social housing is well on its way to delivering on its promises to Seattle  The Seattle Times

Former Pete Carroll favorite's new landing spot will not shock Seahawks fans  12th Man Rising

U.S. Middle East envoy reveals what led to the collapse of the Iran nuclear talks, ultimately leading to Operation Epic Fury launch.

Heated Senate clash erupts as GOP senator grills Biden advisor who refuses to say if illegal border crossing should be crime in tense committee hearing.

This is even more horrifying than it already was!! On Sunday afternoon, Rihanna got quite the scare when her home was shot at! Initial reports confirmed she was home for the incident, but it wasn’t known if A$AP Rocky or their kids were home at the time. Nobody was injured, and the 35-year-old suspect, Ivanna [...] Read More... The post Rihanna & A$AP Rocky Were SO Close To Being Injured In Attempted Murder Shooting -- Suspect Faces MORE Charges! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

The changes allow more merchants to participate in Amazon's Shop Direct program, which sends Amazon customers to other retailers' websites.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said at a Breitbart News policy event on Tuesday that the agency is working to "reinvigorate and empower" local broadcast television stations, noting that how little trust there is in national media. The post Exclusive — FCC Chief Brendan Carr: Agency Is Trying to ‘Reinvigorate and Empower’ Local TV Stations appeared first on Breitbart.

Trump's Iran war is estimated to cost in the billions already, with no end in sight  News From The States

How energy shocks are accelerating solar and battery adoption worldwide  Los Angeles Times

Daniel Aukin's incredibly immersive production does an uncanny job of capturing the artistic experience. The post Theater review: ‘Stereophonic’ at Emerson Colonial really makes you feel like you’re with the band appeared first on Boston.com.

The update comes after a rocky first few months of software problems on the electric SUV.

According to Chinese mythology, those born in the Year of the Horse will clash with Tai Sui, a heavenly general. Luckily, there are ways to appease Tai Sui, including amulets at Shanghai's Jade Buddha Temple.

Members of the International Energy Agency have announced a coordinated release of 400 million barrels of stockpiled oil in an attempt to counter the disruption in oil trade triggered by the Iran war.

Uber strikes deal with Amazon’s Zoox for robotaxi rides in Los Angeles  Los Angeles Times

The MTIA processors are the tech giant’s latest attempt to build its own AI hardware, even as it continues spending billions on gear from industry leaders like Nvidia.

Metropolis of San Francisco celebrates appointment of Theo Angelis to Washington State Supreme Court  The Orthodox Observer

Researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) are developing new technology that could change how drunk and dangerous drivers are identified. Using a single 3D deep learning model, researchers are able to detect three major causes of road accidents simultaneously: blood alcohol concentration, fatigue and expression, such as anger.

A complaint filed with the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Inspector General against CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott alleges the agency head utilized the agency’s internal affairs office to “consolidate power and attack colleagues he mistakenly perceives as his political enemies.” The complaint was addressed to DHS Inspector General Dr. Joseph Cuffari. The post Whistleblower Claims CBP Boss Weaponized Internal Affairs Office Against Political Enemies appeared first on Breitbart.

Strongest jet streams 'we've seen this winter' in Western WA could lead to high gusts, power outages  The Seattle Times

Why Did the US Just Send a Dozen Planes After Two Russian Bombers Near Alaska?  The National Interest

San Jose Earthquakes vs. Seattle Sounders: Everything to know for Sunday Night Soccer  MLSsoccer.com

New GOP legislation would give parents direct payments from Title I funds when schools close for extended periods, allowing families to choose alternative options.

Iran's sports minister says country cannot play in World Cup, including in Seattle  The Seattle Times

Ridgewood Infrastructure Acquires Sierra Railroad, Owner of US Hydrogen Locomotive  Fuel Cells Works