72 m. ago Converge Bio raises $25M, backed by Bessemer and execs from Meta, OpenAI, Wiz

AI drug discovery startup Converge Bio raised $25 million in a Series A led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with additional backing from executives at Meta, OpenAI, and Wiz.

Politics

2 h. ago Venezuela’s Oil Riches Are Years Off, but Winners and Losers Will Emerge

Companies that already have operations in the country stand to benefit, but those that have profited from a standoff between Caracas and Washington could lose out.

Politics

2 h. ago Facing Political Pressure, Trump Seeks Answer to Rising Housing Costs

White House officials have explored a vast array of ideas as the president looks to unfurl a housing affordability plan at an economic conference this month.

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2 h. ago A conservative Supreme Court tackles the question of trans women in school sports

The first case involves an Idaho student barred by state law from trying out for the track team; the second was brought by a West Virginia middle schooler barred by state law from competing.

Events

2 h. ago Iranian regime seeks to buy time by opening up to negotiations with Washington

Iranian regime seeks to buy time by opening up to negotiations with Washington  EL PAÍS English

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10 h. ago Experts give safety tips as avalanche warnings spread across southcentral Alaska

Experts give safety tips as avalanche warnings spread across southcentral Alaska  Alaska's News Source

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10 h. ago These drugs are risky for dementia patients. Doctors prescribe them anyway.

These drugs are risky for dementia patients. Doctors prescribe them anyway.  The Washington Post

Science

10 h. ago Mary Peltola announces run for U.S. Senate, seeking Alaska comeback

Mary Peltola announces run for U.S. Senate, seeking Alaska comeback  Your Alaska Link

Politics

12 h. ago Tyler Robinson prosecutors say Charlie Kirk shooting texts show confusion, not bias, to rebut conflict claim

Accused Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson seeks to disqualify prosecutor whose child witnessed the fatal shooting at Utah Valley University campus.

Events

12 h. ago Mamdani Brings Affordability Push to Arts With Pick to Lead Film Office

Rafael Espinal, the current head of the Freelancers Union, will serve as the new director of the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment.

Politics

12 h. ago Offshore wind developer prevails in U.S. court as Trump calls wind farms 'losers'

A federal judge ruled Monday that work on a major offshore wind farm can resume, handing the industry at least a temporary victory as President Trump seeks to shut it down.

Politics

12 h. ago OpenAI buys tiny health records startup Torch for, reportedly, $100M

AI health records startup Torch will be using its tech for OpenAI's new ChatGPT Health, according to co-founder Ilya Abyzov.

Economics

13 h. ago Alaska under a growing avalanche and flood risk | Latest Weather Clips

Alaska under a growing avalanche and flood risk | Latest Weather Clips  FOX Weather

Events

13 h. ago Paramount's ‘Landman’ tackles woke roommate culture and safe

Latest "Landman" episode sees Ainsley clash with her they/them roommate over safe spaces and dietary restrictions while on campus for cheer camp.

Politics

13 h. ago Washington Commanders to interview former Cardinals head coach

Washington Commanders to interview former Cardinals head coach  roundtable.io

Politics

14 h. ago Norfolk District Attorney Michael Morrissey won’t seek reelection

Morrissey has weathered criticism over his office's handling of several controversial cases. The post Norfolk District Attorney Michael Morrissey won’t seek reelection appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

14 h. ago NYC hospital accuses nurses’ union of seeking protections for workers arriving drunk, high as strike begins

Historic nurses strike hits NYC as 15,000 workers walk off. Hospitals accuse union of unreasonable demands including protections for impaired staff.

Events

14 h. ago Why nearly 15,000 nurses in New York City are going on strike

Nearly 15,000 New York City nurses are on strike demanding things like higher wages and more security in hospitals. The head of the of the New York State Nurses Association talks about the next steps.

Events

15 h. ago Bears' Ben Johnson pours gasoline on Packers rivalry: 'I just don't like that team'

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson doubled down on his "F--- the Packers" comments on Monday amid the team's storied rivalry with Green Bay.

Politics

15 h. ago Vacation destination slapped with increased travel advisory due to 'violent crime'

Grenada joins a growing list of Caribbean destinations with increased travel warnings, as 16.8 million Americans visited the region in 2024 despite safety concerns.

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