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Dr. Amy Acton’s campaign event at the Canfield Fair was interrupted when an armed individual lunged toward her. Law enforcement stopped the threat; Acton was unharmed and no serious injuries are reported. The incident, which occurred as Acton campaigns in Ohio’s gubernatorial race, underscores the persistent risks surrounding political events as elections approach.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has published an essay calling for a deliberate slowdown in frontier AI development and has committed Anthropic to embed third‑party evaluators with employee‑level access. OpenAI’s Sam Altman and xAI’s Elon Musk have publicly backed the proposal, markets and lawmakers are reacting, and President Donald Trump has rejected a slowdown.
President Donald Trump has promised a $5,000 payment to every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans retain control of both chambers in the November midterms. The White House has released only a short fact sheet; Republicans, legal experts and budget analysts have questioned the plan’s legality, its roughly $1.2–1.4 trillion cost and how the payments would be funded or authorised without Congress.
Saudi officials have reported that air defences intercepted ballistic missiles and drones aimed at Riyadh, Taif and the Red Sea port of Yanbu after Houthi forces have seized Red Sea coast positions and tightened control of the Bab al‑Mandeb. Saudi civil defence has issued and later lifted alerts; there are no immediate confirmed civilian casualties.
CBS News’ flagship program is navigating upheaval after major leadership shake-ups and staff departures. A memo to staff charts a renewed focus on original reporting, with veterans returning amid internal tensions over the show’s direction.
Amazon has paused operations with 21 Air after a fatal Miami crash involving Prime Air Flight 7598. Investigators are reviewing speed, descent and maintenance as the NTSB probes the Sept. 6 incident that killed five workers and injured five others. Amazon is supporting the investigation and seeking other carriers.
Investors are recalibrating as AI executives urge caution on frontier development, sparking wide stock swings. A mix of weaker chip profits, higher oil prices and looming rate hikes are shaping a safer, slower AI era, while the potential IPOs and data-centre demand face renewed scrutiny.
The Pentagon inspector general has reported that Operation Epic Fury has cost $33.4 billion from 28 February to 30 June, including $22.3 billion on expended munitions. The report has found strategic inventory shortfalls, industrial bottlenecks for resupply, and millions in damage to aircraft, drones and diplomatic facilities.
Houthi forces have seized islands and ports on Yemen's Red Sea coast, taken control of access to the Bab al‑Mandeb strait and stepped up missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia. Saudi air defences have said they have intercepted incoming drones and missiles while shipping and global oil routes have been disrupted and prices have risen.
Denmark has summoned Russia’s ambassador after a Russian warship has fired two emergency flares at a Danish Fennec helicopter during a routine photographic mission in international waters off Gedser. Copenhagen has called the action unacceptable and reckless; Moscow has defended its crew and accused Danish aircraft of dangerous manoeuvres.
The FBI has moved to consider applicants who previously engaged in activities such as prostitution or bestiality only if their conduct occurred before age 18. The change aims to protect victims and avoid automatic disqualification, but it faces sharp questioning from Senate Republicans about the agency’s standards and staffing.
Paramount Skydance faces antitrust litigation blocking its merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. A California-led legal challenge threatens to push Paramount’s headquarters and thousands of jobs out of California, triggering a potential $10.6–$21.2 billion hit to state output and hundreds of millions in tax losses. The LAEDC warns the move could reshape Hollywood’s economic center.
The season premiere of CBS News’s 60 Minutes has delivered lower viewership than last year’s opener, with around 7.9 million total viewers and a sharper drop in the 25–54 demographic. The shift follows a leadership reshuffle at CBS News and ongoing questions about editorial direction, while CBS touts online reach and cross-platform strategy.
Investigators have boarded two foreign-flagged oil tankers in the Gulf of Mexico following network breaches. The FBI and Coast Guard report no current disruptions, and crews cooperate with inquiries.
A jury deadlocked after five weeks of testimony has led to a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy case. Jurors disagree on criminal responsibility for the 2023 killings of Clancy’s three children. A holdout juror has opposed a not-guilty-by-insanity verdict, despite others citing reasonable doubt. The dispute follows a partially publicized juror list and renewed scrutiny of jury dynamics in Plymouth Superior Court.
President Donald Trump has announced the formation of an "AI Force" and said he will appoint an AI "czar," pledging not to hinder the industry's growth and calling recent safety warnings a "hoax." He has said the existing criminal and civil justice system will handle bad actors and gave no details on the new body's role, budget or timeline.
The settlement clears the path for Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery to merge, with protections for editorial independence and commitments to film production, while signaling a broader reshaping of Hollywood ownership.
Lindsay Clancy’s case has led lawyers to seek questioning of the holdout juror after a mistrial, with prosecutors arguing ongoing questions about deliberations and juror conduct. Eleven of 12 jurors had supported acquittal; one juror sided with prosecutors. The case remains unresolved as prosecutors weigh retrial options.
Leaders across tech and policy are pressing for stronger safeguards as AI development accelerates. Industry chiefs warn against over-regulation while regulators push for concrete rules. New warnings about existential risk and recent security incidents are accelerating the debate.
Federal immigration officers have shot a man in Austin during a traffic stop and foot pursuit on Sunday; the 28-year-old Venezuelan, identified by relatives and his lawyer as Wilber Rafael Garcés Pérez, has been taken to hospital in serious but stable condition. Austin officials have demanded an independent investigation and criticised ICE for not providing details.
The Guardian reports that Patrick Clancy and his wife Rachel Danis are sharing their experiences from the Massachusetts triple-murder trial of Lindsay Clancy. In excerpts aired by 60 Minutes, Patrick describes his grief and says he did the best he could; Danis defends her husband amid online speculation while the couple discusses mental health concerns and potential retry of a trial.
A federal judge has ordered the White House to reinstate press credentials for CNN, MS NOW and Politico after the administration revoked their access. The networks have returned to the television pool, but the White House has continued to exclude some reporters from specific events and omitted CNN from Air Force One pool listings for a presidential trip to Tennessee.
Paramount has settled a multi-state antitrust suit over its $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, agreeing to distribute a set number of films annually and to safeguard CBS News and CNN’s editorial independence. The deal clears a major hurdle but integration and staffing questions remain as regulators, executives, and staff brace for the next phase.
Ground stops and delays have disrupted flights across Newark, JFK, LaGuardia and Philadelphia after a backup TRACON fiber line was cut during construction. Officials say the primary system failed and a damaged backup fiber worsened the outage. Airlines are rescheduling, while passengers face cancellations and delays citywide.
Defense motions in the Lindsay Clancy case seek to probe a holdout juror’s cellphone use and questionnaire answers after a mistrial, while the prosecution weighs retrial or dismissal amid questions about a fair trial.
Influencer Braden Peters, known online as Clavicular, has been charged in Massachusetts with rape, providing liquor to a minor, and drugging for sexual intercourse, linked to an alleged May 2025 incident on Cape Cod. A separate Florida civil suit accuses him of coercion and non-consensual procedures. Peters denies the accusations and faces further legal proceedings.
A US judge has approved a Sept. 21 consent decree that settles a 12-state antitrust challenge and clears the way for Paramount Skydance’s $110bn acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The five-year deal requires at least 30 US theatrical releases per year, separate cable negotiations, and independent editorial panels for CNN and CBS. David Ellison has named Ynon Kreiz co‑CEO.
SpaceX has flown Starship into low‑Earth orbit for the first time during its 14th test flight from Starbase, Texas, and has deployed 26 Starlink V3 satellites. The Super Heavy booster has returned to the Gulf of Mexico; the upper stage has completed multiple orbits before a planned reentry and splashdown west of Chile during a roughly 10‑hour mission on Monday.
A civil suit alleging drugging and rape at Cornell University’s Chi Phi fraternity has prompted Tompkins County DA to reopen the criminal investigation and present evidence to a grand jury. Cornell has sanctioned students and supported the grand jury process as questions about campus culture and accountability intensify.
Christa Pike’s lethal-injection attempt has failed; she survives after two pentobarbital doses and is hospitalised. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee halts the year’s remaining executions and orders a comprehensive external investigation into the state’s execution procedures.
SpaceX has launched a four‑person Crew‑13 to the International Space Station and the crew has reached orbit on an eight‑hour express transit, a US speed record. Commander Jessica Watkins has become the first Black woman to lead a crew to orbit; the team includes Canada’s Joshua Kutryk, whose wife is due to give birth during the six‑month mission.
The case surrounding a 2024 gang-rape allegation at Cornell University’s Chi Phi fraternity has intensified. Gov. Hochul has appointed Letitia James as special prosecutor, following questions about the Tompkins County DA’s handling. The AG will oversee the investigation and may present evidence to a grand jury if warranted.
The director of national intelligence has been named as the administration's AI czar, overseeing a new “Super Intelligence Force” to guide the U.S. leadership in AI while prioritizing the American public. The move follows a wave of industry concerns and political debate about rapid AI development and regulation.
The United States has formed the Super Intelligence Force to coordinate federal efforts to lead in AI growth, with a formal report due within 120 days. The task force includes FTC chair Andrew Ferguson, Emil Michael of the Pentagon, and the Office of Personnel Management’s Scott Kupor. President Trump has publicly rebranded artificial intelligence as “super intelligence.”
David Ellison has closed the $110bn merger that combines Paramount and Warner Bros. into a single company rebranded as Skydance. Ellison will lead creative and long-term strategy; Ynon Kreiz will run day-to-day operations as co‑CEO. The company has pledged theatrical release minimums, editorial safeguards for CNN and CBS, and faces about $80bn in net debt.
Skydance has closed its landmark merger, uniting Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery to form a media powerhouse. The deal brings HBO Max, Paramount+, CNN, CBS News, and iconic film titles under one umbrella, with Ellison and Kreiz leading the new group. The integration plan and pricing strategy remain uncertain as the company outlines its faster path to scale.
Skydance has completed its $111 billion merger, uniting Paramount Pictures and Warner Bros. Discovery under one umbrella and creating a media giant that also includes CNN, CBS News, HBO Max and Paramount+. The deal promises a future of unified streaming, cost savings, and potential job impacts across film and news divisions.
Silvia Zhang and Guojun Xuan face conspiracy to commit child abuse charges after 15 of the 16 children in their Arcadia home were removed last year. Investigators describe the home as a facility with surveillance and alleged multiple abusive incidents.
60 Minutes has rebounded in viewership this season, reaching about 10.2 million viewers for a recent episode, according to Nielsen data. The numbers follow a weaker season debut and reflect a broader reboot under Nick Bilton and Bari Weiss. The program is navigating leadership changes while pursuing stable ratings and social reach.
The plan to publicly livestream the Fort Hood firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan has drawn praise from supporters and sharp condemnation from opponents. Officials say the decision reflects a hardline stance on crime, while critics warn it could boost terrorism recruitment and risk American personnel overseas.
Kelly Clarkson has criticized a Brooklyn shop, Art of Play, after being told a one-of-a-kind singing bird was not for sale. The exchange sparked a social media storm with competing statements from Clarkson and the shop, which says a similar bird is available for $15,000. The story has attracted wide media attention and updates as both sides weigh their accounts.
Selma Blair has sparked a legal and medical saga after a Delta flight incident. Police allege assault; Blair’s representatives say a medical emergency led to the events. The FBI has issued a federal summons; Blair remains in the legal process.
A 42-year-old man has died after being ejected from a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia on Monday afternoon. Police have said the man struck other riders before falling under the ride; detectives from the Cobb County major crimes unit have opened an investigation. Six Flags has closed nine similar rides across its parks while authorities review the incident.
The United States is pressing Lebanon to amend or repeal the 1955 Boycott of Israel law as Lebanon and Israel resume U.S.-brokered talks. Lebanese authorities have dismissed claims of ambassadorial contact that could breach the law, while Washington urges a focus on Hezbollah and broader reforms as negotiations continue.