Anthropic warns that AI will soon be able to improve itself without human intervention
AI company Anthropic is urging the industry to develop safeguards and emergency “brake pedals” as increasingly powerful AI systems move closer to the ability to improve themselves without human involvement.
Why Colombia’s pro-Trump candidate was banned from wearing the national team jersey
A Colombian judge has barred presidential frontrunner Abelardo de la Espriella from wearing the national soccer team's jersey in political settings, intensifying a debate over the use of national sports symbols in the country’s closely watched election.
Trans youth and their parents fight back against efforts to get their detailed medical records
The Trump administration’s effort to obtain sensitive medical records of transgender minors is facing mounting legal challenges, as federal prosecutors increasingly rely on grand jury subpoenas to pursue investigations into gender-affirming care providers.
3 friends complete nearly 11,000-mile bike journey from Argentina to Kansas City
After cycling nearly 11,000 miles through 17 countries over nine and a half months, three friends from Argentina arrived in Kansas City to support their national team during the World Cup.
China’s Xi Jinping to make rare trip to North Korea next week
Chinese leader Xi Jinping will make a rare visit to North Korea next week to meet Kim Jong Un, underscoring Beijing’s efforts to strengthen ties with its longtime ally amid shifting global dynamics.
India’s youth are fuming. A Boston University graduate wants to fix that
A viral youth-led movement in India is channeling growing frustration over exam scandals and unemployment into political activism, with its founder planning a protest demanding greater accountability from the government.
Inside the 6-year process of turning American football fields into World Cup pitches
As the World Cup kicks off across North America, a team of turfgrass experts has spent six years engineering perfect natural-grass playing surfaces for all 16 host stadiums — including venues that normally use artificial turf.
Exclusive: Iran supreme leader’s adviser says talks deadlocked over $24 billion and warns of wider war
A senior Iranian adviser says a U.S.-Iran peace deal depends on releasing $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets, while warning that renewed conflict could expand across key global waterways and U.S. military positions in the region.
What it takes to keep the area around ‘The World’s Most Famous Arena’ secure during the NBA Finals
As the NBA Finals return to Madison Square Garden for the first time in decades, federal and local law enforcement are ramping up security with drones, intelligence sharing, and expanded deployments amid a heightened threat environment.
ICE to stop reporting deaths of recently released detainees amid scrutiny
The Department of Homeland Security has ended a Biden-era policy requiring ICE to report deaths of former detainees within 30 days of release, a move that comes amid growing scrutiny of fatalities linked to immigration detention.
Colorado Court of Appeals reverses convictions for former paramedics in Elijah McClain's death
A Colorado appeals court has overturned the criminally negligent homicide convictions of two former paramedics in the death of Elijah McClain, ordering a new trial while leaving one assault conviction intact. Category:
Trump plans to attend Game 3 of NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden
President Donald Trump says he plans to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, a historic appearance that would make him the first sitting U.S. president to watch an NBA Finals game in person while triggering extraordinary security measures.
Louisville marks 10 years since Muhammad Ali’s death with citywide Day of Compassion
On the 10th anniversary of his death, volunteers across Louisville honored boxing legend Muhammad Ali by planting community gardens, fighting food insecurity, and participating in service projects inspired by his legacy of compassion.
New York Knicks steal a back-and-forth Game 1 of the NBA Finals
Battling injuries and a hostile road crowd, the New York Knicks rallied from a 14-point deficit behind Jalen Brunson to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 in a dramatic Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
A first look inside the $850 million Obama Presidential Center
After more than a decade of planning and an $850 million investment, the new Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago, blending presidential history, public spaces, and ambitious contemporary art on a sprawling campus.
Fan arrested and banned for life after running onto court to take selfie with Victor Wembanyama
A fan's attempt to take a selfie with NBA Finals star Victor Wembanyama led to an arrest, lifetime bans, and a brief stoppage during Game 1 of the championship series.
Children's Museum Houston Kicks Off 'Party All Summer Long' with Soccer, Superheroes, STEM and Family Fun
Children's Museum Houston launches its "Party All Summer Long" series featuring themed events, cultural celebrations, science activities, character appearances, and family fun throughout summer 2026.
Alief-Born Gaspachos Mexican Bites Opens First Brick-and-Mortar Restaurant on Houston’s Lyons Avenue
From its beginnings as a small fruit trailer in Alief, Gaspachos Mexican Bites has expanded into its first brick-and-mortar restaurant on Lyons Avenue, bringing its signature Mexican fruit creations, street food favorites, and community-focused atmosphere to Houston's Fifth Ward
Trump is quietly rebuilding his tariff engine
After legal setbacks challenged his earlier tariff strategy, Donald Trump is pursuing a more methodical approach that could impose broad new tariffs on major trading partners through established trade-law mechanisms.
NBA Finals: Would you pay $4,000 – for a nosebleed seat?
Demand for the New York Knicks' first NBA Finals appearance in decades has sent ticket prices soaring, with even the cheapest seats at Madison Square Garden costing nearly $4,000 and some fans opting to fly to Texas instead.
