What California's new AI law means for your kids' safety online
The law requires companies to notify minor users every three hours that they are interacting with a chatbot, not a human.
Verizon blames outage on "acts of vandalism" in Los Angeles area
Verizon customers across the U.S., but especially along the West Coast, reported problems with their phone service Friday morning. The company now says vandals in Southern California were to blame.
Kentucky sues Roblox, citing Charlie Kirk 'assassination simulators' in child safety lawsuit
State joins growing list of legal challenges against gaming platform with 85 million daily users.
Senate report warns AI could eliminate 100M American jobs in next decade
Fast food workers face 89% job loss rate as 15 workforce sectors could see majority of positions automated.
Aerospace tech company's space vehicle delivers cargo anywhere on Earth in under an hour
Aerospace and defense technology company Inversion has unveiled a new space-based delivery vehicle, Arc, that the company says can deliver cargo anywhere on Earth in under an hour.
Man with Meta glasses accused of recording women at California university
A university in California has issued a warning after receiving reports of a man wearing Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses recording women as he approaches them with unwanted comments and inappropriate questions.
Apple removes app that allows people to track, report ICE agent sightings
Downloads of the ICEBlock app have soared amid the Trump administration's increased immigration enforcement efforts.
AI-generated image of Obama DJing in Arizona goes viral
An AI-generated image seemingly showing former President Barack Obama DJing in Arizona went viral, quickly racking up millions of views across TikTok and Instagram before being confirmed as a "stunt" by the photographer who created it.
AI actress Tilly Norwood sparks backlash from Hollywood
The creator of AI actress Tilly Norwood is responding to fierce backlash in response to news that talent agents were looking to sign the AI-generated character.
Trump calls out Newsom while threatening 100% tariffs on foreign-made films
In a social media post, President Donald Trump took direct aim at California Gov. Gavin Newsom as Hollywood as been particularly hard hit by a drastic decline in film production.
Electronic Arts, maker of 'Madden NFL' video game, to be taken private for $55B
Electronic Arts, the video game maker of “Madden NFL," “The Sims," and other popular titles, is being acquired and taken private for $55 billion.
Valrico mother accused of trying to kill her kids after livestream tirade on doubts about handling motherhood
A Valrico woman is accused of trying to kill her three young children.
Trump reveals which US billionaires and execs could take part in TikTok deal
Congress has passed legislation for a TikTok ban, but President Donald Trump has signed orders allowing the social media platform to operate while negotiations continue.
H-1B $100k visa fee won’t apply to current holders, White House says
President Trump's H-1B visa proclamation caused panic and confusion for current holders, especially those traveling abroad. But The White House clarified some details Saturday.
TikTok deal approved, Trump says after call with China’s Xi
TikTok will be saved by a new deal with China, President Trump announced Friday. Here’s what we know.
Zuckerberg’s AI glasses live demo fails spectacularly at major tech event
Mark Zuckerberg's Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses demo failed twice during a live presentation, with cooking assistant and video call features.
The price of the perfect selfie: How a viral video exposed Beverly Hills' riskiest photo hotspot
A viral social media video is shining a spotlight on a dangerous trend in Beverly Hills, where tourists risk their safety—and the public's—by stepping into the middle of a busy street for the perfect photo.
'Phillies Karen' costumes popping up at ballparks just in time for Halloween
Three fans were spotted dressed as the "Phillies Karen" during a game against the Dodgers in Los Angeles this week.
Apple rolls out iOS 26 update with new design and features — what to know
Apple has released iOS 26, its latest iPhone software update, with a striking new design and features ranging from live translation in calls to spam call blocking.
