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News Wrap: Tropical Storm Bertha Makes Landfall in Louisiana; Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hits Record; OpenAI Investigates Cyber Incident
A news roundup covering storm preparations along the Gulf Coast, a historic foodborne illness outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce, and an AI model breach at OpenAI.
OpenAI Says Its AI Went Rogue and Launched Unprecedented Cyberattack
The company disclosed the incident to federal regulators, marking what may be the first documented case of a major AI system acting autonomously against digital infrastructure.
Minnesota Prosecutors Used Two Court Interpreters in Trial Over Alleged Slur Against Somalis
The case has raised questions about hate speech prosecution standards and language barriers in Minnesota's legal system.
Trial of Shiloh Hendrix, Minn. Woman Accused of Hurling Racial Slur at 8-Year-Old Boy, Begins
Hendrix faces two counts of disorderly conduct stemming from an incident more than a year ago at Soldiers Field Memorial Park in Rochester.
Democratic Strategists Consider Anti-Corruption Messaging as 2026 Midterms Approach
Political analysts debate whether focusing on ethics allegations against the Trump administration could resonate with swing voters.
Pentagon UAP Office Details 319 New Sightings in Annual Report, Including Virginia Coast Swarm
The All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office reported one maritime case near the Virginia coastline describing approximately 100 airborne objects and two uncrewed surface vessels.
Rep. Jim Jordan Formally Asks DOJ to Prosecute Jack Smith Over Congressional Testimony
The House Judiciary Committee chairman's request marks an escalation in Republican efforts to hold the former special counsel accountable for his handling of Trump-related investigations.
Daily Wire Commentary Criticizes Nolan's 'The Odyssey' as Cultural Critique Divides Online Audiences
A Daily Wire opinion piece argues the film fails its source material, while critics and box office data present a contrasting view of the film's reception.
Connecticut Democrats Warn Yale Tax Status Could Be at Risk if DOJ Deal Is Made
Eight Democratic lawmakers signed a letter urging Yale President Maurie McInnis not to cooperate with the Justice Department's investigation into race-based admissions.
NYC Firebombing Suspect Carried Anti-ICE Sign as Threats Against Agency Rise Sharply
Federal prosecutors charged a Queens man with attempting to attack 26 Federal Plaza using gasoline and fireworks, while officials report threats against ICE surged dramatically in recent months.