20 m. ago A week after layoffs linked to AI cost, Microsoft pledges $4B to AI education

Microsoft plans to donate $4 billion worth of cash, technology and training to enhance artificial intelligence education, a substantial bequest as the Redmond, Washington-based software giant aims to make billions more off a technology it expects to be on par with the introduction of electricity.

Economics

64 m. ago Trumps to Visit Texas Flood Sites, Where Search for Missing and Dead Continues

The president and the first lady were set to tour areas devastated by flooding in Central Texas. The administration has faced scrutiny over its level of preparedness and its disaster response.

Events

99 m. ago How the CBO got it wrong again: Trump's economic bill set to generate trillions in surplus, not debt

Republican legislation criticized by media will slash deficits through economic growth, tariff revenue and deportation while cutting taxes on tips and overtime.

Economics

1 hour ago Gallery launch Amazon Just Walk Out technology powered store on George Washington University campus

Gallery launch Amazon Just Walk Out technology powered store on George Washington University campus  EdTech Innovation Hub

Technology

3 h. ago US breaks record with 209 deportation flights in June after first major increase of Trump era

US breaks record with 209 deportation flights in June after first major increase of Trump era  EL PAÍS English

Politics

4 h. ago Son of drug lord ‘El Chapo’ set for guilty plea in US trafficking case

Son of drug lord ‘El Chapo’ set for guilty plea in US trafficking case  Al Jazeera

Politics

6 h. ago Since COVID, threats to local school officials have nearly tripled, research finds

Researchers at Princeton University say some instances corresponded with national attacks on DEI initiatives as well as on LGBTQ+ policies and that the targets held a variety of political views.

Events

6 h. ago State Department to start layoffs in coming days, cutting U.S. staff by 15%

State Department to start layoffs in coming days, cutting U.S. staff by 15%  CBS News

Politics

7 h. ago Trump news at a glance: state department plans mass layoffs in line with president’s ‘America First’ policy

Trump news at a glance: state department plans mass layoffs in line with president’s ‘America First’ policy  The Guardian

Politics

7 h. ago State Department to begin mass layoffs of about 1,800 employees in coming days

The State Department informed U.S.-based employees on Thursday that it would soon be laying off nearly 2,000 workers as part of a plan to downsize its domestic workforce.

Politics

8 h. ago State Department to begin layoffs in effort to downsize government

State Department to begin layoffs in effort to downsize government  The Washington Post

Politics

9 h. ago Texas man on probation allegedly chases ICE vehicle, damages it after enforcement raid

Harris County constable deputies arrested a man who allegedly pursued ICE agents and damaged their vehicle amid a reported 700% increase in assaults against immigration officers.

Events

11 h. ago US State Department tells staff planned layoffs to begin soon

US State Department tells staff planned layoffs to begin soon  Reuters

Politics

12 h. ago Trump’s Education Department Ends Free Tuition for Illegal Immigrants

The Department of Education (DOE) on Thursday announced it will end taxpayer subsidization of career, technical, and adult education programs for illegal immigrants.  The post Trump’s Education Department Ends Free Tuition for Illegal Immigrants appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

12 h. ago Trial date set for Austin Metcalf’s suspected killer in track meet stabbing

A trial date has been set for June 2026 in the case of Karmelo Anthony, who is accused of fatally stabbing 17-year-old Frisco High School track athlete Austin Metcalf at a meet.

Events

12 h. ago Doctors urge safer sleep as infant deaths increase in Anchorage

Doctors urge safer sleep as infant deaths increase in Anchorage  Your Alaska Link

Sport

12 h. ago Years later, key figures in Russia investigation face new scrutiny

The Justice Department appeared to acknowledge in an unusual statement this week the existence of investigations into former FBI Director James Comey and former CIA Director John Brennan

Events

13 h. ago Secret Service Suspends Six Agents Over Trump Assassination Attempt

The announcement comes near the anniversary of the shooting at Donald J. Trump’s campaign rally in Butler, Pa.

Politics

13 h. ago ‘It will happen quickly’: State Dept poised to act after Supreme Court green

State Department spokesperson indicates workforce reductions will proceed quickly following Supreme Court's decision to overturn a lower court ruling that blocked Trump reforms.

Events

14 h. ago Obama's Next Act: Producing HBO U.S. History Sketch Comedy Show Starring Larry David

Comedian Larry David is coming back to HBO with a new sketch comedy show based on U.S. history to be produced by Barack and Michelle Obama. The post Obama’s Next Act: Producing HBO U.S. History Sketch Comedy Show Starring Larry David appeared first on Breitbart.

Culture