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Tech CEOs call for AI regulation. Trump and Congress are not rushing to act
The contrasting responses illustrate a yawning disconnect emerging between a tech sector warning of AI's existenti…
Man accused of trying to kill Trump at correspondents' gala agrees to remain jailed for now
In court papers pressing for Allen's continued detention, prosecutors wrote Wednesday that Allen took a picture of himself in his hotel room just minutes befor…
US stocks rally to the finish of their best month since 2020, even as oil prices whipsaw
Alphabet led the way and climbed 7.5% after the owner of Google and YouTube reported profit for the latest quarter that almost doubled analysts’ expectations. Investments in artificial intelligence “are lighting up…
Federal Reserve keeps key rate unchanged even as four officials dissent, most in almost 34 years
The Fed on Wednesday kept its short-term rate at 3.6% and retained language in its statement suggesting the next move would be a rate reduction.
Man charged with trying to kill Trump at dinner took photo with knife in hotel, investigators say
The government said Allen repeatedly made online checks to keep track of Trump’s status that night, including live coverage of the president exiting his vehicl…
King Charles highlights US-UK bond in speech to Congress noting 'times of great uncertainty'
The king began his day at the White House, where he and Trump greeted each other warmly during a ceremony on the South Lawn. Appearing under gray, drizzly skie…
Researchers say remote Lake Superior island's wolves are thriving as packs prey on moose
But this year a team of researchers led by scientists from Michigan Tech University were able to conduct a survey from Jan. 22 through March 3. Their findings …
Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents' dinner shooting
It was unclear if Allen, of Torrance, California, had a lawyer who could speak on his behalf. The Associated Press called multiple phone numbers listed for All…
DC gala shooting suspect aired grievances against Trump in writings to family
Investigators are treating the writings, along with a trail of social media posts and interviews with family members, as some of the clearest evidence yet of t…
Trump calls for unity, bipartisan healing
Authorities are trying to determine what happened and why. A suspect was taken into custody and identified as Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California.
Marathon milestone shattered: Sabastian Sawe breaks the fabled 2-hour barrier by 30 seconds
Sawe, who came in as the defending champion in London, said it was a “day to remember for me” and thanked the huge crowds who lined the streets of the British …
Trump unharmed after shooting incident at White House correspondents' dinner
There was no immediate indication of any other involvement, and Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser said she had "no reason" to believe anyone else was involved. Vi…
Georgia wildfires that destroyed more than 120 homes continue to threaten residents
The blaze was started by a foil balloon hitting live power lines. That created an electrical arc that ignited combustible material on the ground.
Intel’s best day since 1987 leads the US stock market to more records
Such strong profit reports have helped Wall Street rally to records, and the S&P 500 has leaped nearly 13% in a little under a month. Hopes have also built in financial markets that the United States and Iran can f…
A violent tornado tears through Oklahoma town, damaging 40 homes but sparing lives
Basements aren’t common in Oklahoma because of the red clay soil and elevated water tables that make it difficult and expensive to install them, but many homes…
Exchange of gunfire inside Mall of Louisiana leaves 1 person dead and 5 wounded
Kennedy Barnum, 22, said she had gone to the mall to get lunch at the food court when she heard a woman on the phone outside say, “I’ll call you back. There’s …