Jurors in Hunter Biden’s gun trial have started their deliberations to determine whether he is guilty of federal firearm charges.
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Jurors are now deliberating Hunter Biden’s fate in a case involving federal firearms charges related to a gun he purchased while allegedly struggling with a crack cocaine addiction. Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, is facing three felony charges from the revolver purchase in 2018. Prosecutors claim that he provided false information on a gun purchase form by denying any illegal drug use or addiction. Hunter Biden’s defense team argues that prosecutors have not proven that he was using drugs during the 11 days he possessed the gun.
Apple is entering the realm of artificial intelligence with a range of upcoming iPhone features and a partnership with ChatGPT to enhance Siri’s capabilities.
CUPERTINO, Calif. (AP) — Apple has ventured into the world of generative artificial intelligence at its World Wide Developers Conference, showcasing a host of features aimed at improving the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Despite its efforts to carve out a niche in the AI field, Apple has implicitly acknowledged the need for outside assistance to catch up with leaders like Microsoft and Google. Apple is enlisting the help of ChatGPT, developed by San Francisco startup OpenAI, to make its virtual assistant Siri more intelligent and useful.
A military aircraft carrying Malawi’s vice president has gone missing, prompting a search operation.
BLANTYRE, Malawi (AP) — Malawi’s vice president, Saulos Chilima, was aboard a military plane that disappeared during a short journey from the capital to the country’s mountainous north region. President Lazarus Chakwera’s office reported that the aircraft, which departed from Lilongwe on Monday morning, failed to arrive at Mzuzu International Airport as scheduled. Contact with the plane was lost when it went off radar. Chakwera has ordered a search mission and canceled a planned trip to the Bahamas.
The family of civil rights leader Rev. James Lawson Jr. announces his passing at the age of 95.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The family of Rev. James Lawson Jr. confirmed on Monday that he peacefully passed away on Sunday at the age of 95. Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. once hailed Lawson as “the leading theorist and strategist of nonviolence in the world.” Lawson played a pivotal role in training civil rights activists to endure harsh treatment from white authorities. His work with the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee and the Memphis sanitation workers strike alongside King left a lasting impact on the civil rights movement.
The European far-right’s electoral gains have unsettled traditional powers, prompting French President Macron to call for snap elections.
BRUSSELS (AP) — Far-right parties made significant gains in parliamentary seats in the European Union, particularly in France, leading President Emmanuel Macron to call for impromptu legislative elections. While the Christian Democrats under EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen retain their dominance, the surge of nationalist and populist parties poses challenges in passing legislation on key issues like climate change and agriculture policy.
Israel’s recent hostage rescue operation in Gaza and its impact on truce negotiations with Hamas are being closely watched.
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel’s operation to free four hostages from Gaza, resulting in casualties among Palestinians, has heightened tensions in the ongoing conflict. The operation comes as Israel and Hamas consider a cease-fire plan and the release of remaining captives. Meanwhile, security concerns are raised as both sides navigate delicate negotiations mediated by the US, Qatar, and Egypt.
Nevada’s expansion of electronic voting to tribal communities raises both access and security concerns.
SCHURZ, Nevada (AP) — Nevada has granted tribes the right to cast ballots electronically, aiming to improve voting access in tribal communities. While advocates welcome the move as a step towards equalizing voting rights, security experts are concerned about the potential implications of electronic voting beyond Nevada’s tribal regions.
A veterinarian in NYC shares her experiences in a memoir titled “Pets and the City,” chronicling her adventures in veterinary house calls.
NEW YORK (AP) — Veterinarian Amy Attas recounts her 32-year journey providing house call veterinary services in New York City in her memoir “Pets and the City.” From encounters with celebrity clients like Joan Rivers to heart-pounding moments with animals, Attas shares her unique experiences in the urban jungle.
UConn coach Dan Hurley turns down an offer from the Lakers to continue pursuing a third consecutive NCAA title with the Huskies.
Dan Hurley has decided to remain with UConn and decline an offer to coach the Los Angeles Lakers, according to ESPN. Hurley’s decision comes after speculation about his coaching future and gives him the opportunity to lead UConn in their quest for a third straight NCAA championship.
