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Conan O’Brien Laments The Decline Of Writers’ Rooms
Asked whether he believed comedians were losing something by having fewer opportunities to be in a writers’ room, he said it was a “real problem”.
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In photos: China's Xi hardens Taiwan warning as country celebrates week-long National Day holiday
China began its seven-day National Day holiday on Thursday after President Xi Jinping used his annual speech to sharpen Beijing's message on Taiwan.
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Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton Tussle Over Hollywood Jobs Lost
The California gubernatorial candidates met for a CNN debate on Wednesday.
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Cornell agrees to outside review of how it handled alleged sexual assault: Governor
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul called for the outside review, saying what happened raised "serious questions about Cornell campus culture."
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Meghan Markle’s Former Agent Ari Emanuel Says It’s ‘Great’ He No Longer Has to Think About Her Career
Meghan Markle's former agent Ari Emanuel said it’s ‘great’ he no longer has to work with her in the wake of her U.K. move
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Phil Mickelson Entered Treatment Center for Family Trauma and Addiction
Phil Mickelson's rep confirmed that the golf pro had recently entered a treatment facility, where he sought help for family trauma and addiction.
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Trump’s Voluntary A.I. Policing Echoes What Biden Did. But Is It Enough Today?
President Trump’s plan to let A.I. companies police themselves comes amid mounting examples that they are failing to put safeguards on the technology.
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Man in custody following tip about 'violent attack' on Texas capitol: Authorities
According to an official briefed on the investigation, the suspect had allegedly been threatening to conduct a mass shooting at the Texas Capitol on Thursday.
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Trump touts $200 billion South Korean investment plan as Alaska LNG project hangs in balance
The U.S. announced plans for up to $200 billion in South Korean investment, though Seoul has yet to finalize the participation in the Alaska LNG project.
Cornell rape case: Prosecutor says he wasn't given transcript of Jane Doe's interview with campus police; university agrees to independent investigation, New York governor says
A civil lawsuit filed against the university by a former student alleges that in October 2024, she was given ketamine and assaulted by seven fraternity members ...
Bessent Settled Tax Issue That Had Put Him at Odds With I.R.S.
The Treasury Secretary had previously taken a position on his taxes that contradicted the views of the tax agency that he now oversees.
Texas man arrested after 'intentionally' crashing into a closed Kroger to use bathroom: cops
A 60-year-old Texas man crashed his vehicle into a closed Kroger because he needed to use the bathroom and now faces criminal mischief charges.
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President Trump’s plan to let A.I. companies police themselves comes amid mounting examples that they are failing to put safeguards on the technology.
Trump’s $1.8 trillion AI summit table: All the execs who answered president’s call, and what they’re worth
An extraordinary cadre of the country's richest tech titans with collective net worths over $1.8 trillion converged upon the White House Tuesday for President T...
OpenAI’s Greg Brockman Backs Out of Second $25 Million Donation to A.I. Super PAC
Greg Brockman, OpenAI’s president and co-founder, said internally that the super PAC, Leading the Future, had become a “distraction” for the A.I. company.
Trump hosting Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei for private White House dinner
President Donald Trump confirmed a private White House dinner with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, as the AI leader voices concerns over technology risks.
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Three-time premiership coach Chris Fagan retires a Lions legend
Chris Fagan has decided to walk away from the job on top after three consecutive flags with the Brisbane Lions.
Perth gunman in psychosis when he terrorised family, shot at police, court told
Jakeb Byfield is believed to have been a drug-induced psychosis when he shot at a neighbour’s house and police who responded to calls for help in Butler in 2023.
Maple Leafs’ Stolarz stretches out for tough pad save
Maple Leafs’ Stolarz stretches out for tough pad save
Advertising is building an infinite content machine for a disappearing audience
In 1865, economist William Stanley Jevons noticed something counterintuitive about the steam engine. As engines became more efficient, Britain did not burn less...
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Extended interview: Best friends navigating a cancer diagnosis
Jen Taylor and Adrien Finkel are two best friends from childhood who are now navigating Jen's breast cancer diagnosis. They spoke with CBS News' Julia Doyle about cancer treatment, their social media presence and navigating adult friendships.
Conan O’Brien Laments The Decline Of Writers’ Rooms
Asked whether he believed comedians were losing something by having fewer opportunities to be in a writers’ room, he said it was a “real problem”.
In photos: China's Xi hardens Taiwan warning as country celebrates week-long National Day holiday
China began its seven-day National Day holiday on Thursday after President Xi Jinping used his annual speech to sharpen Beijing's message on Taiwan.
Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton Tussle Over Hollywood Jobs Lost
The California gubernatorial candidates met for a CNN debate on Wednesday.
Tennessee's attempt to execute Christa Pike using lethal injection fails
Tennessee officials were unable to carry out the execution of Christa Pike, according to an emergency motion filed by her attorneys and media witness reports.
Republican-turned-Democrat aims to flip Kansas Senate seat blue
Kansas has not sent a Democrat to the U.S. Senate since 1932 — but this year, the party hopes Adam Hamilton, former Republican who serves as pastor of a massive church, could flip the seat.
Cornell agrees to outside review of how it handled alleged sexual assault: Governor
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul called for the outside review, saying what happened raised "serious questions about Cornell campus culture."
Meghan Markle’s Former Agent Ari Emanuel Says It’s ‘Great’ He No Longer Has to Think About Her Career
Meghan Markle's former agent Ari Emanuel said it’s ‘great’ he no longer has to work with her in the wake of her U.K. move
Senate confirms Keith Sonderling as labor secretary
The Senate confirmed Keith Sonderling to lead the Department of Labor on Wednesday, officially installing the nominee who has been leading in an acting capacity since Lori Chavez-DeRemer's exit in April.
The Jonas Brothers on their new tour, new podcast and more
The Jonas Brothers are still burnin' up after more than 20 years as a band. Now they're embarking on a nostalgic tour, while working on new music, a podcast, and more. Julianne Ferreira spoke to the brothers on set of a commercial they're shooting for Blue Diamond Almond Breeze in New York City.
Phil Mickelson Entered Treatment Center for Family Trauma and Addiction
Phil Mickelson's rep confirmed that the golf pro had recently entered a treatment facility, where he sought help for family trauma and addiction.
Witnesses describe alleged FlyDubai cockpit stabbing: "Something really bad is happening"
An Israel-bound FlyDubai flight was diverted after a pilot allegedly stabbed the other pilot on Wednesday. Witnesses described the incident.
Trump’s Voluntary A.I. Policing Echoes What Biden Did. But Is It Enough Today?
President Trump’s plan to let A.I. companies police themselves comes amid mounting examples that they are failing to put safeguards on the technology.
Man in custody following tip about 'violent attack' on Texas capitol: Authorities
According to an official briefed on the investigation, the suspect had allegedly been threatening to conduct a mass shooting at the Texas Capitol on Thursday.
WATCH: What happened with A'ja Wilson's confrontation with a fan?
Justin Tinsley from ESPN's Andscape discusses more about the WNBA Playoffs, including Wilson's viral interaction with a fan.
No OpenAI IPO Until the AI Stops Going Rogue, CEO Sam Altman Says
OpenAI has "got to be able to make confident safety claims" before an IPO, Altman told reporters.
New Galaxy S23 update brings September 2026 security patch
Samsung is rolling out an update to the Galaxy S23 series globally that offers the September 2026 security patch.
Details emerge in case of former Cornell student alleging rape by frat members
A woman, identified only as Jane Doe, alleges she was gang-raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 and accuses Cornell University of failing to protect her.
Week 3 Stock Up, Stock Down: Sadiq seizes big role with Jets
Rivers McCown highlights four fantasy players whose stock rose in Week 3 of the NFL season and four whose stock fell.
Texas man arrested after 'intentionally' crashing into a closed Kroger to use bathroom: cops
A 60-year-old Texas man crashed his vehicle into a closed Kroger because he needed to use the bathroom and now faces criminal mischief charges.