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Deepfakes and Democracy: U.S. Sanctions Iran and Russia Over 2024 Election Interference

Deepfakes and Democracy: U.S. Sanctions Iran and Russia Over 2024 Election Interference

The U.S. sanctions Iranian and Russian entities for using AI and deepfakes to influence the 2024 election, intensifying efforts against foreign interference.

Tyler Flores
Tyler Flores
U.S. PoliticsU.S. Politics
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House Speaker Johnson Faces Challenge for Re-Election Bid

House Speaker Johnson Faces Challenge for Re-Election Bid

House Speaker Mike Johnson will face a tough challenge for re-election Friday amid Republican opposition despite an endorsement from President-elect Donald Trump.

Eric Moody
Eric Moody
U.S. PoliticsU.S. Politics
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New Year’s Day Chaos: Terror Strikes New Orleans, Explosion Rocks Las Vegas

New Year’s Day Chaos: Terror Strikes New Orleans, Explosion Rocks Las Vegas

A New Year’s celebration turned tragic as a terror attack in New Orleans and a mysterious Las Vegas explosion left investigators racing for answers.

Tyler Flores
Tyler Flores
U.S. PoliticsU.S. Politics
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Officials Investigate 'Act of Terrorism' After 14 Killed

Officials Investigate 'Act of Terrorism' After 14 Killed

Officials investigate a potential act of terrorism after an inspired ISIS supporter intentionally drove into a New Orleans crowd, killing at least 14 people on New Year's Day.

Eric Moody
Eric Moody
IsraelIsrael
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Israeli Strikes Kill at Least 12 Palestinians, as War Enters New Year

Israeli Strikes Kill at Least 12 Palestinians, as War Enters New Year

Israeli strikes enter the new year reportedly killing at least 12 Palestinians, mostly women and children as the Israel-Hamas war continues in the Gaza Strip.

Eric Moody
Eric Moody
U.S. PoliticsU.S. Politics
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Puerto Rico's Power Crisis: New Year's Eve Blackout Highlights Grid Challenges

Puerto Rico's Power Crisis: New Year's Eve Blackout Highlights Grid Challenges

Puerto Rico faces another power grid crisis as a massive blackout disrupts millions, sparking frustration, federal aid, and urgent demands for solutions.

Tyler Flores
Tyler Flores
InvestmentInvestment
Stocks Close Lower as Investors Wrap Up a Stellar Year for the Markets

Stocks Close Lower as Investors Wrap Up a Stellar Year for the Markets

Stocks ended 2024 on a mixed note, with the S&P 500 up 23% for the year, driven by AI optimism, rate cuts, and strong earnings.

Tyler Flores
Tyler Flores
U.S. PoliticsU.S. Politics
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Truck Tears Through Crowd in New Orleans Killing 10

Truck Tears Through Crowd in New Orleans Killing 10

Truck tears through a crowd of New Years Eve revelers in New Orleans, killing 10 and injuring 30 in apparent terrorist attack.

Jason Belcher
Jason Belcher
GasGas
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Ukraine Halts Russian Gas Transports to Europe After Key Deal Expires

Ukraine Halts Russian Gas Transports to Europe After Key Deal Expires

Ukraine stopped the transport of Russian gas to Europe after a key deal with Moscow expired Wednesday, resulting in 450,000 people immediately impacted in households.

Eric Moody
Eric Moody
U.S. PoliticsU.S. Politics
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U.S. Military Attacks Multiple Targets in Yemen

U.S. Military Attacks Multiple Targets in Yemen

U.S. military attacks multiple Houthi targets in Yemen to safeguard commercial shipping and defend Israel.

Jason Belcher
Jason Belcher
Elon MuskElon Musk
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DOGE Directive: Musk and Ramaswamy's Mission to Modernize Government

DOGE Directive: Musk and Ramaswamy's Mission to Modernize Government

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy lead the bold new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), aiming to slash waste, streamline agencies, and revolutionize federal bureaucracy.

Tyler Flores
Tyler Flores
ChinaChina
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Red Hacking Dawn: Treasury Breached in Cyber Heist

Red Hacking Dawn: Treasury Breached in Cyber Heist

Chinese hackers infiltrated the U.S. Treasury using a stolen security key, exposing vulnerabilities in third-party software and raising alarm over national cybersecurity defenses.

Tyler Flores
Tyler Flores
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