Who is Linwei Ding? Ex-Google engineer convicted of stealing US AI trade secrets for China

A former Google engineer, Linwei Ding, has been convicted of stealing sensitive AI trade secrets, a case highlighting economic espionage concerns. Prosecutors revealed Ding transferred confidential data on Google’s AI infrastructure to benefit China-linked firms. This verdict underscores the critical need to protect American technological leadership amid global competition. …

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The $1,000 Trump Account for newborns: Who is eligible, how to apply and what comes next

A new government initiative will provide a $1,000 Trump Account for children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028. This investment account, designed for long-term growth until age 18, aims to encourage early investing. Families can add their own contributions, with potential for significant growth depending on market…

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Meet Madhu Gottumukkala: Indian-origin US cybersecurity chief accused of sharing internal files on ChatGPT

The acting head of US federal cybersecurity, Madhu Gottumukkala, is under review for uploading internal government documents marked “For Official Use Only” into a public ChatGPT version. While officials state no classified information was involved and no malicious intent is alleged, the incident raises concerns given CISA’s role in warning…

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California university professor warns H-1B freeze will harm higher education, shares list of global scholars from Texas university

A California professor criticizes Texas’ H-1B visa freeze, arguing it jeopardizes higher education’s global competitiveness. He highlights renowned foreign-born scholars at UT Austin, emphasizing international talent’s crucial role in research and academic excellence. Restricting these pathways, he warns, could significantly weaken US universities’ long-term capacity and standing. Read More…

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‘Syringes and poison ivy’: Virginia nurse sharing videos for ICE ‘sabotage’ fired by VCU Health

A VCU Health nurse was terminated after viral videos showed her advising on methods to harm and incapacitate ICE agents. The nurse suggested using syringes with anesthetics and poison ivy in water guns, and spiking drinks with laxatives. VCU Health stated the content was inappropriate and did not align with…

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America’s burning town is quietly coming back to life after decades of destruction

Centralia, Pennsylvania, once a thriving town, now stands as a ghost town due to an unending underground coal fire. Decades of abandonment have allowed nature to reclaim the land. Grasses, shrubs, and young trees cover former neighborhoods. Insects, birds, and small mammals have returned. This unintended nature reserve shows life’s…

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‘Let Pam Bondi do her job’: Donald Trump’s message to MAGA after Epstein files episode

Donald Trump has defended Attorney General Pam Bondi amidst attacks from his supporters, urging unity within the MAGA movement. He dismissed the renewed controversy surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s files as a political distraction orchestrated by his opponents. Trump called on his allies to focus on investigating voter fraud and political corruption,…

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Video shows Sean punching, kicking his gf Cassie in 2016

In a shocking revelation, a security video that surfaced on Friday depicts Sean Combs, popularly known as Diddy, engaging in a violent altercation with singer Cassie in the hallway of a Los Angeles hotel in 2016. The disturbing footage captures Combs delivering punches and kicks to Cassie, leaving no doubt…

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This is what Nintendo Switch 2 could look like

Rumors about a new Nintendo console, potentially called Switch 2, have been circulating. A recently published patent reveals some details about the device, which appears to be a handheld/home console hybrid with a new design. The patent shows a joystick, face buttons, shoulder buttons, and a relocated home button. The…

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As retail thefts continues to surge, crime-fighting fog hits shoplifters

According to Fox Business, as organized retail crime runs out of control, a disorienting and blinding fog linked to a store’s alarm is a relatively new security device to deter would-be burglars. As per a Fox Business report, stores lost an estimated $86.6 billion to retail theft in 2022, with…

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Meghan Markle turns 42: 15 lesser-known facts about the Duchess of Sussex

Meghan Markle, born on August 4, 1981, is widely known for her marriage to Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex. She identifies as mixed race and has been an advocate for racial equality. Before Meghan’s acting career took off, she worked as a freelance calligrapher. She volunteered in soup kitchens and…

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