Jurors in Hunter Biden’s gun trial are currently deliberating whether he is guilty of federal firearm charges.
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — The jury is deliberating on whether Hunter Biden is guilty of federal firearms charges related to a gun purchase made during a period when he was reportedly struggling with a crack cocaine addiction. The son of President Joe Biden is facing three felony charges in connection to the revolver he bought in 2018. Prosecutors allege that Hunter Biden lied on a gun purchase form by stating that he was not illegally using or addicted to drugs. Defense lawyers argue that prosecutors have not provided sufficient evidence to prove that Hunter Biden was using drugs during the 11 days he had the gun.
Apple is venturing into the realm of artificial intelligence with a variety of upcoming iPhone features and a ChatGPT deal to enhance Siri.
CUPERTINO, Calif. (AP) — Apple has joined the race to make generative artificial intelligence accessible to the public. At its World Wide Developers Conference on Monday, the tech giant showcased a range of features designed to enhance the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. While aiming to make a mark in the AI field, Apple acknowledges the need to catch up with companies like Microsoft and Google, which are leading the way in AI technology. Apple is partnering with ChatGPT, developed by the San Francisco startup OpenAI, to improve its virtual assistant Siri.
Soldiers are currently conducting a search in the mountainous northern region of Malawi for a missing military plane carrying the vice president.
BLANTYRE, Malawi (AP) — Military personnel in Malawi are combing hills and forests near a northern city after a military aircraft carrying Vice President Saulos Chilima went missing in the area. The plane, which had the vice president and nine others onboard, was supposed to land at Mzuzu International Airport on Monday morning. President Lazarus Chakwera stated that air traffic control instructed the aircraft to turn back due to adverse weather conditions and poor visibility, after which it disappeared from radar. The search operation will continue until the plane is located. The identities of the other passengers have not been disclosed.
The UN Security Council has adopted a cease-fire resolution aimed at ending the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza.
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United Nations Security Council has approved a resolution endorsing a cease-fire plan to end the eight-month-long war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The resolution, sponsored by the U.S., received a 14-0 vote, with Russia abstaining. The resolution supports a proposal announced by President Joe Biden, which Israel has agreed to. It calls on Hamas to accept the three-phase plan, with the group initially responding positively. The resolution calls for the full implementation of the terms by both Israel and Hamas without delay or conditions. Hamas has expressed readiness to work with mediators for indirect negotiations with Israel to implement the resolution.
Recent far-right victories in European politics have led to a snap election in France, shaking up the EU parliament.
BRUSSELS (AP) — A four-day election has had a significant impact on the European Union parliament, with far-right parties making gains in ruling parties in France and Germany, the key driving forces of the EU. France is now facing national elections in just three weeks. The party of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, with roots in neo-fascism, secured over 28% of the national vote for the EU assembly, positioning it as a key player in forming future alliances. Despite this, pro-European parties remain the largest bloc in the 27-nation assembly. However, passing laws and conducting business in the EU will likely be more challenging for the next five years, as environmentalist Greens and pro-business liberal groups suffered significant losses.
Electronic voting is raising concerns among security experts as Nevada expands it to tribal communities.
SCHURZ, Nevada (AP) — Voting on tribal reservations across the U.S. has historically been challenging, with tribal voters often facing long journeys to polling stations or encountering obstacles due to lack of physical addresses. In Nevada, tribes have been granted the right to cast ballots electronically, with advocates hopeful that this will significantly improve voting accessibility. However, some are raising security concerns about equalizing voting rights for disenfranchised communities. The implications of electronic voting in tribal communities extend beyond Nevada’s 28 tribal areas.
A drug for Alzheimer’s disease that can slow its progression has received support from FDA advisors.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal health advisers have endorsed an Alzheimer’s drug developed by Eli Lilly for individuals with mild dementia. The FDA will make the final decision on approval later this year. If approved, the drug would be only the second Alzheimer’s medication authorized to slow cognitive decline caused by the disease. Despite discrepancies in Lilly’s research, the panel recommends broad approval of the drug for various Alzheimer’s patients. The FDA previously approved a similar infused drug, Leqembi, last year.
The Reverend James Lawson Jr., a civil rights leader, has passed away at the age of 95.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Reverend James Lawson Jr. died peacefully on Sunday at the age of 95, as confirmed by his family. Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. described Lawson as “the leading theorist and strategist of nonviolence in the world.” Lawson and King, both 28 years old at the time, bonded over the ideas of Indian leader Mohandas Gandhi. Lawson trained civil rights activists to endure harsh treatment from authorities and played a key role in organizing movements such as the sit-in campaign and the sanitation workers strike. He expressed ongoing concern and frustration over the unfinished work of civil rights decades after King’s assassination.
A New York City veterinarian who makes house calls has released a memoir titled “Pets and the City” sharing her experiences.
NEW YORK (AP) — Veterinarian Amy Attas, a native New Yorker, fulfilled her childhood dream of providing care to animals in the city rather than in the countryside. For the past 32 years, she has been navigating the streets of New York as a full-time house call vet, accumulating a plethora of stories along the way. Her memoir, “Pets and the City,” recounts encounters with celebrity clients, including the late Joan Rivers, as well as memorable experiences such as facing off against a ferocious dog and recovering from injuries sustained from a cat bite. The memoir is set to be released in June.
Dan Hurley has declined an offer from the Los Angeles Lakers and will continue coaching at UConn to pursue a third consecutive NCAA title.
Dan Hurley has opted to remain at UConn and has turned down an offer to lead the Los Angeles Lakers, according to ESPN reports on Monday. This decision follows several days of speculation regarding Hurley’s future, offering him the opportunity to guide the Huskies in pursuit of a third consecutive NCAA championship. Despite the allure of coaching the famed Lakers franchise and potentially working with NBA superstar LeBron James, Hurley has chosen to stay at UConn, where he has achieved a 68-11 record over the past two championship-winning seasons.
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