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05-30-2023
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Business leaders and public figures warn of AI-caused mass extinction
Over 350 business leaders and public figures have signed a public statement calling for the mitigation of AI's risk of causing mass extinction. The statement is backed by various figures, including musician Grimes and environmental activist Bill McKibben. Calls for regulation have increased in response to AI breakthroughs like ChatGPT. Tech leaders such as Elon Musk have also voiced concerns over the risks AI pose to humanity. Microsoft and OpenAI figureheads have also backed the statement.
Coast Guard suspends search for four missing in Alaskan charter boat incident
The Coast Guard has suspended its search for four missing people after a charter fishing boat sank. One deceased individual and the partially submerged vessel were located near a small island. The boat was carrying four passengers and one guide, and was last seen near Kruzof Island. Kingfisher Charters did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Sitka is known for king salmon and halibut fishing and attracts anglers from across the United States.
Florida Gov. DeSantis makes early play in Iowa with eyes on Trump
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is making a run for the US presidency and will be stopping in early primary states New Hampshire and South Carolina. The new Republican candidate is extending his criticism of former President Donald Trump, believing there is political space for him. DeSantis has a running start in Iowa and other early voting states thanks to the super political action committee Never Back Down. By making his bid official, DeSantis gives the group a rallying figure and events to attend, although they cannot coordinate with DeSantis' campaign group.
Man set on fire at a gas station in Florida
A man has been left with life-threatening injuries after being set on fire following a verbal confrontation at a Mobile gas station on North 22nd Street in Tampa, Florida. Earl Hargrove Jr. has been charged with aggravated battery causing great bodily harm and attempted first-degree murder.
Target controversy sparks calls for corporate allies to stand up for LGBTQ+ rights
As conflict over LGBTQ+ rights continue to simmer, there have been nearly 500 anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced in state legislatures around the US. Target has faced public criticism for its handling of Pride displays and some believe calls for boycotts and letter-writing campaigns may follow. Other companies like Bud Light and Anheuser-Busch have also been facing fallout from their handling of LGBTQ+ issues. However, advocates remain hopeful that society is changing and the obstacles faced are just the last breaths of a dying prejudice.
Germany launches expert review of the 1972 Olympics massacre
Germany has set up an expert review to examine the 1972 Olympics massacre in which 11 Israeli team members were killed by Palestinian militants. The eight-member international commission of experts has held its first meeting under the Interior Ministry. The German government has previously apologised for any failings before, during, and after the attack, after which the Black September attackers and their hostages were all killed.
Bus carrying pilgrims falls into gorge in India
An overloaded bus carrying pilgrims from Bihar fell into a gorge near Jammu city in India. Several people have been reported dead and injured. The shrine of Vaishno Devi in Katra attracts a large number of Hindus annually. Reckless driving, poorly maintained roads, and aging vehicles contribute to India's high road death rates.
Japanese court rules against recognizing same-sex marriage but deems it unconstitutional
The Nagoya District Court rejected a request by a male couple for the government to recognize them as legally married but ruled that the current system that excludes same-sex couples with no legal protection for their relationship is unconstitutional. The ruling is the second to find the government's denial of same-sex marriage unconstitutional. The government can appeal the decision to the Supreme Court. Japan is the only G7 country that does not recognize same-sex marriage or provide equal rights protections for LGBTQ+ people.
US prosecutors respond to claims by FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried that the US overreached in fraud case
US prosecutors have rejected FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's claims that the US overreached when charging him with 23 felonies, which they said
When to temporarily switch to cash or debit instead of credit
A recent MIT Sloan School of Management study found that credit card spending can stimulate the brain's reward center and drive people to make more purchases, leading to increased debt. To combat this, switching to cash or debit could help in certain situations, such as overspending in specific categories or being an emotional or impulsive spender. If you're in debt, consider consolidating with a balance transfer (with a good credit score) or meeting with a nonprofit credit counseling agency.