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AI is changing how we consume news, and it's bad news for news media. A new report reveals that AI-generated summaries are causing a major drop in website clicks for news articles, threatening revenue and potentially weakening public discourse. Is this the end of online news as we know it, or can publishers adapt in time? Find out how news organizations are fighting back with new strategies to survive the AI revolution.
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60 Minutes gets a new boss! Tanya Simon steps up as executive producer after a tumultuous exit by Bill Owens, marked by Trump's $16M settlement with CBS over alleged deceptive editing. Simon, a 25-year veteran of the show, is the first woman to lead the iconic news magazine as Paramount awaits FCC approval for its $8.4B Skydance merger.
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TikTok's fate hangs in the balance! The U.S. demands China approve a deal for the app's sale or face a total shutdown in America. Commerce Secretary Lutnick insists Americans must control the algorithm amid rising data privacy concerns. Will China budge, or will 170 million U.S. users lose access to TikTok? The clock is ticking!
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Democratic Governors Walz and Kelly are ditching the National Governors Association, protesting its weak response to Trump and sparking debate about the group's future in a polarized nation.
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Bombshell Investigation: Attorney General Launches Strike Force to Probe Obama's Role in Trump-Russia Narrative! Discover how newly declassified documents and a partnership with Tulsi Gabbard are fueling accusations of a deep-state conspiracy. Will Obama face charges? Get the latest on this explosive political showdown and its potential impact on the nation.
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Is Trump turning on Musk? The former president publicly denies plans to undermine Elon Musk's businesses after reports of a rift. Trump claims he wants Musk's companies to prosper, but White House uncertainty about federal contracts with Musk's AI venture, xAI, raises questions about the future of their relationship and government support for Musk's innovations.
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Sleep Apnea Sufferers Rejoice! A new once-daily pill, AD109, shows promising results in Phase 3 trials, offering a potential alternative to uncomfortable CPAP machines. Combining two drugs to keep airways open, AD109 could revolutionize treatment for millions, with FDA approval anticipated in 2026. Is this the simpler solution sleep apnea patients have been waiting for?
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ICE is ramping up ankle monitor use for migrants! Discover how this controversial move impacts privacy, families, and the future of immigration enforcement in the US. Are these devices a humane alternative or digital cages?
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RNC Chair Michael Whatley, a Trump ally, eyes a North Carolina Senate run, setting up a colossal 2026 showdown against likely Democratic nominee Roy Cooper. Senator Tillis's exit, spurred by a Trump disagreement, paved the way for Whatley, while Lara Trump stepped aside. With a razor-thin Senate majority at stake, this race promises to be a high-stakes, expensive battleground, potentially defining the 2026 elections. Can Whatley's fundraising prowess and Trump's backing secure a crucial victory against the popular Cooper?
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Chinese hackers breached a US Army National Guard network for almost a year! A group called Salt Typhoon, linked to China's Ministry of State Security, infiltrated the system, raising alarms about national security and potential espionage. Discover how this sophisticated attack went undetected for months and what steps are being taken to prevent future cyber warfare.