Calling his anti-vaccine ideas dangerous, Caroline said, "I don't think most Americans share his views. I would say that our family is united in terms of our support for the public health sector and infrastructure and has the greatest admiration for the medical profession in our country. Bobby Kennedy has got a different set of views."

Flashback to 2015. Sam Altman, fresh off his Y Combinator successes, and Elon Musk, already a global tech demigod, came together to launch OpenAI. It was a big idea: build artificial general intelligence (AGI) and make sure it didnt turn into Skynet. OpenAI was supposed to be open, transparent, and committed to benefiting all of humanity. Musk, ever the ...

Senegal's ruling PASTEF party, led by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has declared victory in the legislative elections. The win solidifies Faye's power after his presidential victory earlier this year. Opposition parties conceded defeat, while former President Macky Sall, leading an opposition group from abroad, alleged fraud without providing evidence.

Germany is increasing security at its Christmas markets this year, enforcing a new ban on sharp weapons following a deadly knife attack in August. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser emphasized 'zero tolerance' for violations, which could result in fines up to 10,000. The ban, part of a larger security package, prohibits knives at large public gatherings.

Germany is on track to issue 10% more skilled worker visas in 2024 compared to the previous year. This follows immigration reforms, including the introduction of a points-based system, aimed at addressing labour shortages. The reforms have sparked interest from professionals and students worldwide, with a significant increase in visa applications for work, ...

Apollo, a stray dog living at the Giza Pyramids, became an overnight sensation after a video of him scaling the Great Pyramid of Khafre went viral. His newfound fame has not only boosted local tourism but also brought attention to the plight of stray animals in Egypt.

Neuroscientist Kelly Lambert and her team at the University of Richmond discovered that rats not only can learn to drive small vehicles but also exhibit genuine enjoyment in the process. The rats, trained using Froot Loops as rewards, displayed excitement and anticipation before driving sessions, suggesting a positive emotional response to operating the ...

The town of Utqiagvik, Alaska, formerly known as Barrow, has entered a 64-day period of polar night, with its last sunrise occurring on November 18. This phenomenon, caused by the Earth's tilt, plunges the town into darkness as the sun remains below the horizon for approximately two months each year.

Two separate shootings disrupted a "second line" parade in New Orleans' St Roch neighborhood, claiming the lives of two individuals and leaving nine others injured. The incidents, occurring 45 minutes apart, transpired along the parade route, marring the traditional celebratory event with violence.

Tensions escalate in the Middle East as Israel conducts airstrikes in Beirut and Gaza, resulting in numerous casualties. Hezbollah's chief spokesman was killed in a targeted strike, prompting retaliatory rocket fire into Israel. The strikes come as ceasefire negotiations are underway, with Lebanon accusing Israel of escalating violence.

Lady Louise Windsor, niece of King Charles, is admired by the Prince and Princess of Wales for her down-to-earth upbringing and potential as a working royal. Despite having the option to use HRH titles, Louise and her brother were raised with the expectation of pursuing careers.

The Archdiocese of New York is laying off 18 administrative staff members, aiming to save over $1.5 million annually. The decision comes amidst financial difficulties, partly attributed to the ongoing sex abuse scandal and upcoming relocation to a smaller office.

Florida resident Veronica Torres, 44, was apprehended for allegedly impersonating her mother to secure hurricane relief funds. Torres allegedly utilized her mother's identification to fraudulently obtain a check for $7,967, claiming hurricane-related displacement. When confronted about an age discrepancy, Torres attributed her youthful appearance to "botox ...

Pakistan's Telecommunication Authority initiated a registration process for VPNs following a nationwide ban on unregistered ones. The government claims the ban targets militant groups, but critics view it as an attempt to stifle dissent amidst online criticism of the military and the blocking of platforms like X.

Vivek Ramaswamy, co-leader of the Department of Government Efficiency, announced plans to drastically reduce the federal bureaucracy, including potentially eliminating entire agencies. Ramaswamy said a lot of federal staff will lose their jobs because the bureaucrats in Washington do not even work five days a week like the maximum hardworking Americans and ...

In his upcoming memoir, 'Citizen: My Life After the White House', former president Bill Clinton addresses his affair with Monica Lewinsky and his association with Jeffrey Epstein. Clinton expresses regret over the Lewinsky scandal and claims he apologized publicly but admits to not speaking to her directly. I had always thought Epstein was odd but had no ...

A sting operation by streamer Vitaly has allegedly exposed Hollywood screenwriter C Jay Cox, known for films like 'Sweet Home Alabama,' for inappropriate behavior with a minor. The video, which quickly went viral, shows Cox arriving at a location believing he was meeting a 15-year-old boy.