AI could make people dull, one scientist fears. Here's why.
CBS Newsby Megan Cerullo16 Sept 2026
Artificial intelligence could one day supercharge human cognition, leading to significant advances in science, technology and other fields.
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top 55%Kelly Osbourne draws a line with estranged sister Aimee: 'I don't want you in my life'
FOX Newsby Tracy Wright16 Sept 2026
Kelly Osbourne reflected on the lost relationship with her estranged older sister, Aimee Osbourne.
AI doesn't have rights or feelings — nor should it, Microsoft's AI chief says
CBS Newsby Mary Cunningham; Alain Sherter16 Sept 2026
The head of AI at Microsoft joined the chorus of voices sounding the alarm on AI, warning on Wednesday that Anthropic's efforts to make its Claude model more humanlike could pose serious risks.
Trump administration paid $9.5 billion in leave for federal employees in 2025, due to DOGE-era buyout program
CBS Newsby Aaron Navarro16 Sept 2026
The Trump administration spent $9.5 billion on employee administrative leave costs in 2025, a sixfold increase from 2023 that was spurred by the administration's push to cut down the federal...
Bolivia’s mining law overhaul raises environmental and community concerns
Mongabay Globalby Bobbybascomb16 Sept 2026
Bolivia recently began overhauling one of its principal mining laws, with the goal of modernizing the industry and improving oversight.
Terrell Owens compares Jerry Jones to Donald Trump, says Cowboys owner shows signs of 'narcissism'
FOX Newsby Scott Thompson16 Sept 2026
After watching the Dallas Cowboys start off the 2026 NFL season with a loss to the New York Giants, one former "America’s Team" star is taking shots at team owner Jerry Jones.
Only 8 Designer Brands Make Decent Sneakers
GQby Rob Nowill16 Sept 2026
If the idea of wearing one of the best fancy sneakers for men turns you off, we get it. Much of the market is still crying out for a design reset, and has become flooded with overhyped (and...
Our favorite fall finds, from fire pits to cozy layers
FOX Newsby Fox News16 Sept 2026
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X will now let US users trade via Cashtags | TechCrunch
TechCrunchby Sarah Perez16 Sept 2026
X will now allow users to trade from their timelines. The Elon Musk-owned social network on Wednesday launched a feature called Cashtag that will let U.S.
Trump-backed tax break a windfall for controversial industry; now, GOP senator wants 'corporate welfare' cut
FOX Newsby Alex Miller16 Sept 2026
FIRST ON FOX: Anxieties over data centers have cranked up considerably, and one Senate Republican wants to close a tax loophole that he argues tech giants are using as "corporate welfare" to build...
Five Shows to See in Tribeca Right Now
Hyperallergicby Rebecca Schiffman16 Sept 2026
The art world is back up and running this September, and Tribeca is the place to be for big art in small places.
‘Out of control’ killings in Spanberger’s Virginia reach ‘insane’ point as migrant charged in stabbing spree
FOX Newsby Peter Pinedo16 Sept 2026
Anger is boiling over at Virginia Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger and sanctuary-friendly politicians over "out of control" killings in the state after U.S.
EU plans new firefighting fleet after deadly summer heat wave
Mongabay Globalby Mongabay Editor16 Sept 2026
BRUSSELS (AP) — A scorching summer that dried up rivers and killed tens of thousands across the European Union from Portugal to Hungary has shown that the bloc needs to develop new tools to meet a...
Matt Fitzpatrick shares why he feels uncomfortable about traveling to Middle East for DP World Tour finale
FOX Newsby Mark Harris16 Sept 2026
The DP World Tour's plans to hold the final two events of the season in the Middle East in November face uncertainty due to ongoing conflicts in and around the region.
Oregon settles with Christian mother denied foster care adoption over gender identity beliefs
FOX Newsby Rachel del Guidice16 Sept 2026
A widowed Oregon mother of five who hoped to give a home to a child in foster care and says she was shut out of the process after telling state officials her Christian beliefs prevented her from...
Mike Johnson can't protect Pete Hegseth forever
Mother Jonesby Sophie Hurwitz16 Sept 2026
Speaker Mike Johnson announced Wednesday that he would send Congress home early for its seven-week campaigning recess ahead of November’s midterm elections.
Jeff Gundlach says the Fed should have hiked rates by more to fight rising inflation
US Top News and Analysisby Alex Harring16 Sept 2026
The Federal Reserve should have hiked rates by more on Wednesday instead of a just a quarter point, according to Jeff Gundlach, founder of DoubleLine.
Lawsuit Alleges Multimillion-Dollar Andy Warhol Fraud Scheme
Hyperallergicby Anna Lee16 Sept 2026
A Florida family was sold over 200 forged Andy Warhol artworks by an international network of suppliers, authenticators, dealers, and distributors, as alleged in a civil racketeering lawsuit filed...
House votes unanimously to hold Epstein business associate Leon Black in contempt of Congress
CBS Newsby Caitlin Yilek16 Sept 2026
Washington — The House unanimously agreed to hold billionaire investor Leon Black in contempt of Congress for defying subpoenas as part of lawmakers' investigation into the late Jeffrey Epstein.
‘Do not physically resist’: US issues chilling robbery warning for Americans overseas
FOX Newsby Kelly McGreal16 Sept 2026
Americans traveling to Cambodia are facing a new warning from the U.S. State Department as officials flag security and safety risks across parts of the country.