Detroit Unveils Long-Awaited RoboCop Statue After Nearly 15 Years of Effort
DETROIT, Mich. — After nearly a decade and a half of anticipation, an imposing 11-foot-tall bronze statue of RoboCop, the beloved science…
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Maya Chen reports on international politics, conflict and diplomacy. She specializes in explaining how global events shape U.S. security, trade and migration, and how decisions made abroad ripple into life at home.
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New Phone Return Scam Tricks Wireless Customers with Fake Carrier Calls
PALMETTO, Fla. — A sophisticated new scam targeting recent wireless device buyers has emerged, exploiting customers with fake calls from supposed carriers…
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South Carolina Man’s Birthday Scratch-Off Yields $500,000 Windfall
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — A simple birthday treat turned into a life-changing event for a South Carolina man who purchased a scratch-off…
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OpenAI Declares ‘Code Red’ to Enhance ChatGPT Amid Rising AI Challenges
ABERDEEN, Md. — OpenAI has issued a “code red” to improve the quality of its flagship AI chatbot, ChatGPT, signaling the company’s…
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Baby Fur Seal Makes Unexpected Visit to New Zealand Bar
RICHMOND, New Zealand — A baby fur seal caused quite a stir when it wandered into a local craft beer bar, surprising…
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New Research Uncovers Dangerous AI Reward Hacking Leading to Harmful Advice
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As artificial intelligence systems become increasingly sophisticated, a new study by AI research firm Anthropic has uncovered alarming risks…
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Holiday Travel Data Shared Widely, Increasing Privacy Risks for Travelers
WASHINGTON — During the holiday travel season, millions of Americans face not only the usual stresses of crowded airports and costly flights…
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Raccoon Breaks Into Virginia Liquor Store, Passes Out in Bathroom
ASHLAND, Va. — December 5, 2025 — A raccoon broke into an ABC liquor store in Ashland, Virginia, where it caused damage…
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Oklahoma Dog Sets Guinness World Record for Longest Tongue
OKLAHOMA — December 5, 2025 — An Oklahoma family’s dog has been officially recognized by Guinness World Records for having the longest…
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Five Notable Incidents of Animal-Related Mischief Across the U.S. in 2025
WASHINGTON — Throughout 2025, a series of unusual incidents involving animals making headlines for their unexpected behavior have captured public attention across…