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Buy Nvidia ahead of earnings, Bank of America says Buy Nvidia ahead of earnings, Bank of America says There’s a slate of tech stocks that are well positioned ahead of earnings – and worth snapping up, according to Bank of America. The firm said that investors should take advantage of any pullback in shares of companies like Nvidia . Other buy-rated stocks include Workday , Dell and Marvell Technology. Nvidia Buy the recent dip in shares of the chip giant, the firm said. Nvidia is down more than 4% in the past month. “The next important test for AI bulls comes on Feb-26 when NVDA reports FQ4 results,” analyst Vivek Arya said. The analyst said that despite the stock’s choppiness, he still sees a slew of positive catalysts ahead. These include “NVDA’s leading new product pipeline and TAM expansion into robotics and quantum technologies at [its] upcoming GTC [global processing unit tech] conference,” according to Arya. The analyst said that the quarterly report should have enough earnings per share “substance even if less sizzle.” Marvell Technology Arya also said positive catalysts are building for Marvell. The firm is expecting solid fiscal fourth-quarter earnings results when the semiconductor company reports in early March . “We note overall improving AI visibility into FY26/27E as the cloud capex outlook continues to increase, and MRVL’s custom silicon pipeline/execution remains solid amid a fast-growing TAM [total addressable market],” Arya wrote. The company also has a much-anticipated investor day coming up in early June, which should be a key tailwind for the stock, the firm said. Arya thinks the company could raise its near-term artificial intelligence revenues at the event. Meanwhile, shares are down 6% in 2025. “Buy on AI share gains,” the analyst said. Dell Analyst Wamsi Mohan is sticking with shares of Dell. “Dell will report F4Q on Feb 27th and we believe the discussion will be focused on AI server backlog/Blackwell delays,” he said. Blackwell is Nvidia’s graphic processing unit, which Dell utilizes. Mohan acknowledged that Dell’s AI server segment could be “challenged,” but the firm ultimately sees the issue as “transitory.” “As Dell begins to deliver on the demand for AI servers and customers shift more enterprise/sovereign, revs/margins should shift higher over time,” he wrote. The analyst did lower his price target on the stock to $150 per share from $155, but he said Dell remains well positioned for the long haul. Shares are up nearly 45% over the last 12 months. Workday “WDAY’s topline growth rate has likely bottomed at 14%, and any improvement would serve as a catalyst for the stock. We believe there are some leading indicators for a better enterprise applications spending environment, which could drive the growth higher as we move through FY26. … WDAY has a differentiated SaaS platform that leads in Human Capital Management (HCM) and is emerging as a leader in Financials.” Marvell Technology “Buy on AI share gains. … We note overall improving AI visibility into FY26/27E as the cloud capex outlook continues to increase, and MRVL’s custom silicon pipeline/execution remains solid amid a fast-growing TAM. … We also flag the upcoming Jun-10 Investor Day as a catalyst, where MRVL could raise n-t [near term] AI target to $8bn.” Dell “Dell will report F4Q on Feb 27th and we believe the discussion will be focused on AI server backlog/Blackwell delays. … While the near-term set-up could be challenged on AI server revs/margins, we believe this to be transitory. As Dell begins to deliver on the demand for AI servers and customers shift more enterprise/sovereign, revs/margins should shift higher over time.” Nvidia “EPS could have enough substance even if less sizzle. The next important test for AI bulls comes on Feb-26 when NVDA reports FQ4 results. … The stock could be volatile post results, but we expect positive momentum to resume as investors look forward to NVDA’s leading new product pipeline and TAM expansion into robotics and quantum technologies at upcoming GTC conference.” Source link #Buy #Nvidia #ahead #earnings #Bank #America Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Luigi Mangione appears in New York state court for status hearing in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing – CNN Luigi Mangione appears in New York state court for status hearing in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing – CNN Luigi Mangione appears in New York state court for status hearing in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing CNNLuigi Mangione Supporters Remain Steadfast Ahead of UnitedHealthcare CEO ******* Trial The New York TimesChelsea Manning Shows Up to Manhattan Courthouse to Support Luigi Mangione PEOPLEWhat state charges does Luigi Mangione face? FOX 5 New York Source link #Luigi #Mangione #appears #York #state #court #status #hearing #UnitedHealthcare #CEO #killing #CNN Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

A-League Men: Perth Glory draw 0-0 with Sydney FC as winless streak extended to six games A-League Men: Perth Glory draw 0-0 with Sydney FC as winless streak extended to six games Perth Glory remain without a win in six A-League Men’s games after they held on for a 0-0 draw with Sydney FC at HBF Park. Source link #ALeague #Men #Perth #Glory #draw #Sydney #winless #streak #extended #games Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Scientists accidentally discover powerful energy storage material: ‘Exceptional performance and durability’ Scientists accidentally discover powerful energy storage material: ‘Exceptional performance and durability’ Researchers at the University of California Los Angeles recently shared their breakthrough work using a specific type of plastic to create more efficient energy storage. This new material could provide a solution to the global challenges of switching to renewable and sustainable energy, per an article posted on TechXplore. We use plastics throughout our everyday lives. Plastics help keep food fresh and medical equipment sterile, and they provide insulation within our electronics. As it turns out, plastics can do even more. Scientists in the 1970s accidentally discovered that some plastics can also conduct electricity. Many applications have since been developed to use plastics for energy storage. However, certain plastics are limited by their lack of electrical conductivity and surface area for storage. The scientists at UCLA found a way to increase the conductivity and surface area of a certain type of plastic called PEDOT, short for poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene), detailed in their paper published in Advanced Functional Materials. Usually used as a protective film for electronic components and photographic films to prevent static electricity, PEDOT is also found in touch screens and smart windows. Up until now, PEDOT lacked the electrical conductivity and surface area to be useful for energy storage, but the UCLA chemists found a way to control the morphology of PEDOT and precisely grow nanofibers. Watch now: CEO reveals form of energy that has ‘polled across political lines’ for over a decade The nanofibers, which resemble dense grass, solve both problems: They’re exceptionally conductive and greatly increase the surface area of the PEDOT material, giving them the potential for supercapacitor applications. Supercapacitors are able to charge and discharge very quickly because — unlike batteries — they store and release energy by accumulating electrical charge on their surface. This makes them suitable for applications requiring bursts of power, like camera flashes and regenerative braking systems in both hybrid and electric vehicles. This capability could allow supercapacitors to reduce our dependence on dirty fuels, helping to curb rising global temperatures. Reducing the use of dirty energy sources will lead to cleaner air, safer communities, and fewer extreme weather events. The new PEDOT material’s conductivity is 100 times higher than commercial PEDOT products, and the nanofibers’ electrochemically active surface area is four times greater than that of traditional PEDOT material, according to the TechXplore article. “The exceptional performance and durability of our electrodes shows great potential for graphene PEDOT’s use in supercapacitors that can help our society meet our energy needs,” said the corresponding author of the study, Richard Kaner, a UCLA distinguished professor of chemistry and of materials science and engineering. Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don’t miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Source link #Scientists #accidentally #discover #powerful #energy #storage #material #Exceptional #performance #durability Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

****** is handing over final living hostages to be released under first phase of Gaza ceasefire – CNN ****** is handing over final living hostages to be released under first phase of Gaza ceasefire – CNN ****** is handing over final living hostages to be released under first phase of Gaza ceasefire CNNFamily of Israeli hostage Shiri Bibas says new returned body is hers BBC.comFriends of Omer Wenkert prepare to meet him at last: ‘Concerned for every bit of him’ The Times of IsraelFragile ceasefire between Israel and ****** continues as more hostages are released CBS News Source link #****** #handing #final #living #hostages #released #phase #Gaza #ceasefire #CNN Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

****** is handing over final living hostages to be released under first phase of Gaza ceasefire – CNN ****** is handing over final living hostages to be released under first phase of Gaza ceasefire – CNN ****** is handing over final living hostages to be released under first phase of Gaza ceasefire CNNFamily of Israeli hostage Shiri Bibas says new returned body is hers BBC.comFriends of Omer Wenkert prepare to meet him at last: ‘Concerned for every bit of him’ The Times of IsraelFragile ceasefire between Israel and ****** continues as more hostages are released CBS News Source link #****** #handing #final #living #hostages #released #phase #Gaza #ceasefire #CNN Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Shilo Sanders’ bankruptcy case stuck in dispute over his privacy: ‘Ball of chaos’ Shilo Sanders’ bankruptcy case stuck in dispute over his privacy: ‘Ball of chaos’ The bankruptcy case of Colorado football safety Shilo Sanders is now mired in a fight over Sanders’ efforts to keep some of his financial information private even as he tries to free himself from more than $11 million in debt in a public bankruptcy court. Sanders, son of Colorado coach Deion Sanders, owes virtually all of that debt to one man: John Darjean, a former security guard at his school in Dallas. On Thursday, Darjean’s attorneys blasted a recent request from Shilo’s attorney for a protective order – a proposal that would prevent certain discovery evidence in the case from being publicly disseminated or included in public court filings. Darjean’s attorneys said it was overbroad and would turn the case into an “unworkable tangled ball of chaos.” But Sanders’ attorney is trying to protect his privacy interests and cited his bank statements as an example. “If a party were to disseminate this information to media outlets or on social media, this would result in every member of the general public having access to where the Debtor (Sanders) makes mundane purchases, preventing the Debtor from having even a shred of privacy in his day-to-day transactions,” said the motion from Sanders’ attorney, Keri Riley. In response, Darjean’s attorneys called Shilo’s proposed protective order “oppressive and one-sided.” They want the judge to at least narrow it. “The assertion in the Motion that someone might discover the places that the Debtor frequents by disclosures in this case is absurd, especially when the Debtor is a very public person with an extensive social media presence continually maintained by himself and his family, in which presence the Debtor never ceases to flaunt his wealth and whereabouts,” said the filing this week from Darjean’s attorneys. “For example, on January 7, 2025, Shilo posted on his Instagram page his presence at the Wynn Casino Las Vegas, flaunting his high-end shopping spree.” Colorado Buffaloes safety Shilo Sanders (21) reacts in the second quarter against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Folsom Field. Shilo, 25, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in October 2023. He is seeking a discharge of his debt so he can get a “fresh start.” What is Shilo Sanders’ position on this issue? His attorney wrote he could lose the trust of business partners and be harmed if certain information of his became public, such as private details of his name, image and likeness (NIL) deals. They want such sensitive information restricted only to a small number of authorized people in the case with no public sharing of it, including in court proceedings. But the judge in the case, Michael E. Romero, reminded Shilo’s attorney last month that Shilo’s case is a “public record.” It’s part of the bargain when filing for bankruptcy: If you’re going to a public taxpayer-funded bankruptcy court to try to erase your debt, that process generally will be public and transparent to ensure fairness and confidence in the system. Certain exceptions can be made for some sensitive information. In this case, the judge soon will have to decide how much of it will be shielded by a protective order. The issue is critical before it goes into a deeper dive by the bankruptcy trustee, who is in charge of rounding up non-exempt assets from Shilo to sell and divide among his creditors. The attorney for the trustee also filed an objection to Sanders’ proposed protective order Wednesday, saying it “goes too far.” “The Debtor’s Protective Order also would improperly impose burdens on the Trustee and creditor John Darjean when making (public) court filings that include information (designated) as confidential by the Debtor,” said the objection from the trustee’s attorney. ‘Unworkable tangled ball of chaos’ Darjean wants to collect on the full amount he’s owed and is fighting the case on multiple fronts. His attorneys are pushing for a full and accurate round-up of Shilo’s assets to collect for the debt and also have filed two complaints that seek to prevent the debt from being discharged at all. The debt stems from a default judgment that was entered against Sanders in a Texas court in 2022 after Darjean sued Sanders and accused him of severely injuring him at his school in 2015, when Shilo was 15. Sanders claimed he acted in self-defense but didn’t show up for the trial, leading to the default judgement against him of $11.89 million. Sanders’ attorney has proposed a protective order in which discovery evidence, including deposition or other testimony, may be designated as confidential if the designating attorney has a “good faith belief that it contains non-public, confidential information.” Darjean’s attorneys said Sanders hasn’t shown good cause for his proposed protective order and noted he “voluntarily chose bankruptcy, a public forum and public process.” “Rubber-stamping the Debtor’s proposed protective order will leave the discovery process and use of materials in future hearings and trial in an unworkable tangled ball of chaos requiring large amounts of this limited judicial resources to attempt to untangle,” said the filing submitted Thursday by Darjean’s attorney, Ori Raphael. Sanders finished his final college season at Colorado in December and is seeking a career in the NFL. If the court determines his debt should not be discharged, his future earnings could be subject to debt collection by Darjean. If his debt is discharged, Darjean would collect a much smaller amount from the non-exempt assets gathered by the trustee. Follow reporter Brent Schrotenboer @Schrotenboer. Email: *****@*****.tld This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Privacy dispute flares up in bankruptcy case of Deion Sanders’ son Source link #Shilo #Sanders #bankruptcy #case #stuck #dispute #privacy #Ball #chaos Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Russia, U.S. representatives to meet again within two weeks, senior Russian diplomat says – Reuters Russia, U.S. representatives to meet again within two weeks, senior Russian diplomat says – Reuters Russia, U.S. representatives to meet again within two weeks, senior Russian diplomat says ReutersUkraine war ‘will end soon’ under Trump’s leadership, US national security advisor vows Fox News| C-SPAN.org C-SPAN Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov Department of StateMoscow loathed the U.S. for years as its economy paid a high price for war — now, it’s doing a U-turn CNBC Source link #Russia #U.S #representatives #meet #weeks #senior #Russian #diplomat #Reuters Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Testing confirms MagSafe doesn’t interfere with Apple’s C1 modem in iPhone 16e – 9to5Mac Testing confirms MagSafe doesn’t interfere with Apple’s C1 modem in iPhone 16e – 9to5Mac Testing confirms MagSafe doesn’t interfere with Apple’s C1 modem in iPhone 16e 9to5MacApple debuts iPhone 16e: A powerful new member of the iPhone 16 family Apple NewsroomThe Next iPad Needs an iPhone 16E Moment. But Will Its Cost Go Up, Too? CNET Source link #Testing #confirms #MagSafe #doesnt #interfere #Apples #modem #iPhone #16e #9to5Mac Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Blake Lively seeks stronger protective order after getting 'violent' messages – New York Post Blake Lively seeks stronger protective order after getting 'violent' messages – New York Post Blake Lively seeks stronger protective order after getting ‘violent’ messages New York Post Jenny Slate allegedly filed HR complaint while filming ‘It Ends With Us’ due to ‘uncomfortable’ interaction: report Yahoo EntertainmentBlake Lively Asks Judge for Stronger PO After Receiving ‘Violent’ Messages PEOPLEBlake Lively’s Publicist Says She Didn’t Defame Justin Baldoni When She Wrote ‘The Whole Cast Hates Him’ VarietyBlake Lively Adds Claims From 2 Other Women to Justin Baldoni Lawsuit The New York Times Source link #Blake #Lively #seeks #stronger #protective #order #039violent039 #messages #York #Post Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

New FBI director Kash Patel plans to relocate up to 1,500 employees, AP source says – The Associated Press New FBI director Kash Patel plans to relocate up to 1,500 employees, AP source says – The Associated Press New FBI director Kash Patel plans to relocate up to 1,500 employees, AP source says The Associated PressKash Patel, FBI Director, Plans to Move Hundreds of Agents to Field Offices The New York TimesTrump loyalist Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI director by the Senate despite deep Democratic doubts The Associated PressDemocrats silent on Patel as first ‘person of color’ FBI director despite previous DEI emphasis Fox News Source link #FBI #director #Kash #Patel #plans #relocate #employees #source #Press Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

War robs Ukraine of its future Zelenskys War robs Ukraine of its future Zelenskys Public-spirited, patriotic and never scared to call out injustice, Roman Ratushnyi was the kind of Ukrainian who might have become president one day – or a thorn in the side of whoever was. The tireless activist was just 16 when he helped lead the protests that felled Kyiv’s pro-Kremlin government in 2014, before going on to campaign against corrupt city-planning deals. It earned him acclaim from the public, death threats from his opponents and a landmark victory when courts backed his bid to stop a Kyiv park being turned into flats. So when Russia invaded Ukraine three years ago on Monday, few were surprised when Ratushnyi swapped his placard for a gun, and volunteered to fight. “The more Russians we kill now, the less our children will have to be killed,” he declared – only to be killed in combat himself three months later. In death, however, he remains every bit the prominent figure he was in life – a poignant symbol of how the conflict is bleeding Ukraine’s youth of its best and brightest. While Putin has filled his army’s ranks with convict fighters, many dying for Ukraine have been young idealists like Ratushnyi, the lifeblood of its youthful democracy. ‘Visiting his grave gives me strength’ Today Ratushnyi’s grave in Kyiv’s vast Baikove cemetery has become a pilgrimage spot for other young Ukrainians seeking fortitude when times seem particularly bleak. Last week, in the wake of Donald Trump’s decision to hold direct peace talks with Vladimir Putin, was one such time. “Visiting here gives me strength, and reminds me that we have no right to give up yet, even when we learn about Trump wanting to split up our country”, said Maryna Opanashchuk, 18, laying flowers with her friend Alina Orliuk. “He has become a symbol of the young generation who have died, and also a symbol of the Revolution of Dignity,” added Ms Orliuk, using the Ukrainian name for the 2014 protests. “I was just eight back then, but I remember it well – my grandparents cooked food for demonstrators. I grew up on the values that people like Ratushnyi represented.” Maryna and Alina, who were only 15 when the war broke out, aren’t the only people to name-check Ratushnyi. Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission president, described him in a speech as part of “a new generation of young Ukrainians” who were torchbearers of European democracy. Ratushnyi’s father Taras, who himself took part in anti-Soviet demonstrations during Communism’s dying days, told The Telegraph: “I feel great pride in my son – that’s all I have left now, after he was killed in action. Thousands of people claim he changed their lives, and he leaves a great legacy.” True to his street activist spirit, the park Ratushnyi helped save, Protasiv Yar, has a graffiti mural in his honour, while a Kyiv street has also been renamed after him. Ukraine’s thoroughfares used to commemorate Soviet-era apparatchiks and generals, but today Roman Ratushnyi Street is one just of many renamed after young citizens killed in the war. Among them are numerous young writers, poets, and comedians, who realised that when Putin’s tanks crossed the border, the pen was no longer mightier than the sword. According to the authors’ charity PEN Ukraine, which keeps a running tally on its website, at least 186 Ukrainian “culture makers” have been killed in the war. Among them was Ukraine’s own Siegfried Sassoon, Maksym Kryvtsov, 33, whose poetry about life in the trenches was published just weeks before his death last year. ‘Russia attacks every level of society’ Writer Oleksandr Mykhed, whose book The Language of War chronicles the conflict’s social impact, draws parallels with how numerous Ukrainian intellectuals perished in their prime during Soviet repression in the 1920s and 30s. “They all died having completed just a few prominent works, and it’s the same now,” he said. “This is how genocide works, attacking every level of society, be it children kidnapped in the occupied territories, or those their 20s who might become tomorrow’s leaders.” It is not just about the loss of future Volodymyr Zelenskys. Many of those inspired by the Revolution of Dignity harbour no big-time political ambitions, but are active in environmentalism, human rights, or local journalism. They stop oligarchs buying influence, and make politicians think twice before killing or jailing critics, things that once went largely unchallenged in Ukraine. All help weave the fabric of a strong civil society – the kind that has now all but vanished in Russia. The roll call of fallen activists is endless. There was anti-corruption crusader Pavlo Petrychenko, 31, who died last March, after successfully petitioning to ban online casinos during martial law, which he said tempted frontline soldiers into gambling. Then there was volunteer combat medic Iryna Tsybukh, a leading voice for women in combat, killed aged just 25. Another was animal-rights campaigner Kostiantyn Yuzviuk, 23, whose instructions for his ******** last summer started a new trend for non-traditional send-offs. Rather than a formal military affair, which reminded him of Ukraine’s Soviet past, he told friends to hold a bonfire party, where they shared rude memes about the deceased. He also requested cremation rather than burial, joking darkly that “it will be difficult for our guys to dig trenches in our bones”. The willingness to challenge old thinking, and to see humour in adversity, is one reason why Ukraine has weathered its darkest days. Indeed, according to Ratushnyi’s father it helps explain why Russia invaded in the first place. “Roman belonged to a new generation with a new way of thinking, the first generation who weren’t linked at all to the Soviet past,” Taras said. “I think that’s the real purpose of this ear – to kill the generation that would stand up to Putin.” Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more. Source link #War #robs #Ukraine #future #Zelenskys Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Not That One! is all about quick reflexes and faster reactions, out now on iOS Not That One! is all about quick reflexes and faster reactions, out now on iOS Not That One! is a newly released, time-sensitive puzzler now on iOS Take on simple spot-the-difference puzzles Select the odd one out from a selection of words and numbers The spot-the-difference format for puzzles is simple, straightforward and unsurprisingly the subject of a great many classic tabletop timewasters. But at the same time, there’s always the issue that you’re sort of at your own leisure to complete them – hardly the stuff of high-octane gaming, no? But if you think that’s the case, Not That One! looks set to prove you wrong. The core gameplay of Not That One! is simple. You’ll be presented with a selection of numbers or letters, and then you need to select the odd one out. Sounds straightforward? Well, the fun with Not That One! is not in the core puzzle but in the reaction times as you’ll need to quickly pick out just which you need to eliminate. The faster you go the higher you score, and if there’s anything I’ve learned from years of Mario Party and other releases like it, it’s that the simplest gameplay can become the most stressful (and fun) when you’re under a time crunch. Play together Yes, I may be making this sound just a tad grandiose, but at the same time, I think that Not That One! is the perfect example of a straightforward, fun approach to puzzlers. After all, it has everything you’d want including a simple objective and gameplay, while also having the added pressure of fun and frenetic action. Sure, it’s not exactly Fortnite or PUBG, but at the same time, I can definitely see this appealing to those of you who want something with a bit more pressure than say, Wordle. Meanwhile, if Not That One! isn’t your thing you can still check in on some of the selections we’ve made for our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week, featuring top launches from the last seven days! Source link #quick #reflexes #faster #reactions #iOS Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Gemini Deep Research rolling out to Google Workspace – 9to5Google Gemini Deep Research rolling out to Google Workspace – 9to5Google Gemini Deep Research rolling out to Google Workspace 9to5GoogleNow you can use Deep Research in Gemini on the go. The KeywordNew Google AI Leak Reveals Powerful Gemini Video Upgrade ForbesGoogle expands Deep Research tool for workspace users Yahoo FinanceHow to use Gemini’s Deep Research to browse the web faster and better ZDNet Source link #Gemini #Deep #Research #rolling #Google #Workspace #9to5Google Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

LAFD Chief’s firing could be overturned by city council – KTLA Los Angeles LAFD Chief’s firing could be overturned by city council – KTLA Los Angeles LAFD Chief’s firing could be overturned by city council KTLA Los AngelesLos Angeles removes fire chief in wake of massive wildfires ABC NewsMayor Bass says LAFD Chief Crowley did not warn her about wildfire risk ABC7 Los AngelesSTEVE HILTON: LA Mayor Bass’ latest bizarre move won’t fix smoldering leadership crisis Fox News Source link #LAFD #Chiefs #firing #overturned #city #council #KTLA #Los #Angeles Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

At town halls, Republicans feel the heat from Trump and Musk’s firing and cutting spree At town halls, Republicans feel the heat from Trump and Musk’s firing and cutting spree Many members of the House skipped holding large, public events while out of Washington this week. But the Republicans who did hold town halls back home got an earful. At events from Georgia and Wisconsin to Oklahoma and Oregon, House Republicans faced sometimes-hostile crowds furious about the sweeping budget cuts and mass firings of federal workers that President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency are carrying out. With the House on recess and many lawmakers returning to their districts, this week was the first opportunity for them to hear directly from constituents about Trump and Musk’s scorched-earth strategy to cut spending and shrink the federal government’s footprint. At City Hall in Roswell, a suburb of Atlanta, on Thursday night, attendees jeered and talked over Republican Rep. Rich McCormick as they peppered him with tough questions about the cuts — and the seemingly indiscriminate way some of them are being carried out. One man asked McCormick how Musk’s DOGE could fire employees at the National Nuclear Security Administration, which safeguards America’s nuclear weapons, and other federal employees who had been working to combat the bird flu outbreak. More than 1,000 workers also have been laid off from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a major employer in Atlanta. “Why is the supposedly conservative party taking such a radical and extremist and sloppy approach to this?” the man said as the room erupted in applause, according to videos posted on X by Greg Bluestein, a journalist with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and a NBC News contributor. “A lot of the work they do is duplicitous with AI,” responded McCormick, referring to artificial intelligence, a remark that sparked disagreement from the crowd. “I happen to be a doctor. I know a few things, OK?” “If we continue to grow the size of government, and we can’t afford it, it’s going to have shortfalls in your Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security,” the congressman continued. “We have to make some decisions.” At the start of the town hall, a woman told McCormick, who represents a safe Republican seat outside Atlanta, that it was Congress’ job to direct and appropriate federal spending, “not the president, and you are doing a disservice to set that down and not stand up for us.” Many of these issues “will be litigated in court,” McCormick said, prompting more jeers. “But we’re *******!” another attendee yelled out. Sign of more to come, or ‘a few critics’? The contentious town halls could be an early sign of political backlash to come for elected Republicans as thousands of federal workers around the country begin getting pink slips and Americans start to feel the impact, as the GOP-controlled Congress largely yields to Trump and Musk. One Republican lawmaker said it appeared that constituents who’ve been “quiet” since Joe Biden’s 2020 victory are back out in force. “Too much too fast seems to be a common refrain,” the lawmaker continued. “Need to review each program, department or agency first and then make calculated decisions. But generally frustrated right now by lack of clarity.” Some House Republicans hosted virtual or tele-town halls, which can be moderated more easily. But at the few in-person town halls around the country this week, GOP lawmakers were on the defensive as they were quizzed about the mass firings and potential future cuts to Medicaid. In West Bend, Wisconsin, GOP Rep. Scott Fitzgerald faced several tough questions at a town hall Thursday, including from attendee Michael Wittig, who was holding a sign reading, “Presidents are not kings.” “Are you going to subpoena him at some point? Are you willing to use your subpoena power to tell Musk to stand in front of Congress and answer some hard questions?” Wittig asked, according to a report from WTMJ, the NBC News affiliate in Milwaukee. That same question came up in Glenpool, Oklahoma, where attendees told Rep. Kevin Hern, a member of GOP leadership, that he wasn’t doing his job standing up to the executive branch. “We’re seeing the administration undermining Congress,” a mother with a baby in her lap told Hern, according to News9 in Oklahoma City. “Will you call Elon Musk in to testify under oath to explain what he’s doing?” asked another attendee. At a town hall in Baker City, Oregon, a man who identified himself as Terry Strommer, a military veteran from Oxbow, told GOP Rep. Cliff Bentz that his office had been unresponsive when he raised concerns about Musk. “I’ll just ask you, if you think that he’s doing it right. Would you like all of your private records revealed and pulled up by a bunch of people that weren’t elected, they’re just randomly appointed, a bunch of 20-year-olds?” the man said. “I know that when I was in the service, there was a chain of command and we answered to somebody. I don’t see him answering to anybody.” Bentz defended Musk, calling him “an absolute world-renowned expert” who could overhaul the government’s “antiquated systems.” Some in the crowd laughed at Bentz’s description. And back in Wisconsin, attendees confronted GOP Rep. Glenn Grothman about potential cuts in Trump and congressional Republicans’ spending plans. Asked whether cuts to Social Security or Medicaid would push him to oppose a GOP spending bill, Grothman said, “Well, certainly if Social Security is cut, and Medicaid, we’ll have to see about that.” The raucous town halls conjured memories of those in 2009 — the start of the tea party movement — when constituents protested over Democrats’ massive health care bill, which became the Affordable Care Act. The next year, a red wave gave House Republicans a staggering 63-seat gain and swept Democrats out of power. Democrats hope that the palpable frustration could be an accelerant for them in next year’s midterms, though the specifics of the modern House battlefield, shaped by two rounds of precise redistricting since 2010, make the kind of tsunami Republicans rode then hard to replicate. At this juncture, some Republicans are also questioning just how deep the backlash in these congressional town halls runs. “I love how the media takes a few critics when the overwhelming response from the American people is support for what this administration is doing,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said in response to questions from NBC News. She added: “There should be no secret about the fact that this administration is committed to cutting waste, fraud and abuse. The president campaigned on that promise. Americans elected him on that promise, and he’s actually delivering on it. And this is something that Democrats promised they would do for decades.” Still, a Republican strategist on the front lines of the tea party wave said he sees early glimmers of a similar phenomenon now, with the GOP facing voter anger over the economic situation the same way the Democratic trifecta did in 2009. “The Republican mandate coming out of the 2024 election was pretty clear: Tackle the rising cost of living in America,” said Ken Spain, who served as communications director for the House Republican campaign arm in 2009 and 2010. “As exciting as it may be for the Republican base, most voters don’t naturally make a connection between aggressively cutting the size of the federal workforce and their pocketbooks.” Spain also said Republicans still have time to avoid getting swamped like Democrats did in 2010. “We’re one month into the new administration, so it’s too early to start drawing immediate parallels to the tea party protests of 2009, but Republicans must pivot to connecting the dots between their actions and the tangible economic benefits for the working class,” Spain said. “Otherwise, the echoes of 2009 could become increasingly louder.” Voters react Recent surveys show some potential peril for Republicans because of Trump’s early actions, particularly his efforts to thin the ranks of the federal workforce. Narrow majorities of American adults in polling from CNN and The Washington Post/Ipsos said they believe Trump has overstepped as president. Both polls also found a majority disagreeing with his attempts to shut down the U.S. Agency for International Development. And the Post’s poll found that 58% opposed his efforts to lay off large numbers of federal government workers. Jesse Ferguson, a veteran Democratic strategist who worked on House races during the Obama era, said he sees parallels to the 2018 cycle, when Trump’s party faced a backlash in the midterms. “Republicans are taking heat cause people feel like things are out-of-control and see the GOP as becoming responsible for the problem instead of being part of the solution,” he said. “When life feels out of control, the last thing you want is Trump and Musk chainsawing apart everything you depend on.” “In 2010, Democrats felt the backlash from owning a bad status quo, and in 2018, Republicans felt the backlash for trying to take important things away,” Ferguson said. “In 2025, Republicans are managing to do both.” One outstanding political question is whether voters take any frustration over those actions out on largely powerless Democrats, too. Stuck in the ********* in Congress, House and Senate Democrats have been protesting the firings and cuts, holding rallies and in some cases confronting security personnel outside federal agency buildings around Washington. But some Democrats are also feeling the heat from constituents who urged them to fight harder against Musk’s DOGE efforts. At a packed town hall in Albany, New York, a man told Democratic Rep. Paul Tonko that he had watched the congressman on TV protesting the cuts at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Department of Education. But he called on Tonko to do more because Musk and Republicans “are not playing by the rules.” “If you ask us to show up, Congressman Tonko, we will show up. … We have to take it to them,” the man said, according to a video posted on Facebook. When he turned on the TV, “I was so proud that my representative was on the front line. But I thought about Jimmy Carter and I thought about John Lewis, and I know what John Lewis would have done. He would have gotten arrested that day. “Make them outlaw you,” he continued as the applause grew louder. “We will stand behind you, we will be there with you. I will get arrested with you.” Source link #town #halls #Republicans #feel #heat #Trump #Musks #firing #cutting #spree Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Elon Musk calls for deorbiting of the ISS. Here's what the space station does – ABC News Elon Musk calls for deorbiting of the ISS. Here's what the space station does – ABC News Elon Musk calls for deorbiting of the ISS. Here’s what the space station does ABC NewsElon Musk calls for International Space Station to be deorbited by 2027 The RegisterMusk calls for deorbiting ISS “as soon as possible” SpaceNewsWhy does SpaceX founder Elon Musk want to deorbit the ISS? The Independent Source link #Elon #Musk #calls #deorbiting #ISS #Here039s #space #station #ABC #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Manchester flat owners ‘seething’ at £8,800 a year service charge Manchester flat owners ‘seething’ at £8,800 a year service charge Ewan Gawne BBC News, Manchester BBC Leaseholders at Canalside say they cannot believe the scale of the hike Flat owners set to be hit with a 249% increase in service charges have said they are “seething” about the hike that they say “none of us can afford”. Management company Onward Homes is set to raise the fee from £210 to £733 a month for leaseholders at the Canalside apartment block off Water Street in Radcliffe, Manchester. Jessica, who bought a flat there in 2007, said the she was “flabbergasted” by the hike, due to come into effect in April, adding: “They’re asking for more than what we get rent.” A spokeswoman for the management company said the hike was needed for “essential” maintenance to balconies. Onward Homes is the management company for the block of Manchester flats There are 60 flats at the three-block complex, built in 2007, with Onward Homes receiving the service charges to pay for things like building improvements and maintenance. Leaseholders told BBC Radio Manchester the wood used to build the balconies had started to rot in 2021, and though the issued had been flagged to the company, nothing had been done. Onward Homes says it plans to hold a “thorough tender exercise” for the repairs to get value for money, alongside a “full consultation” with leaseholders before work beings, the spokeswoman said. She added: “We appreciate that these rises are significant and are here to help anyone that is concerned about this.” Leaseholders say little has been done to address the issue of rotting balconies Jessica added: “Everybody else is feeling the same way, it’s just unrealistic, it’s a joke. “Tenants are worried about rent increases, but we couldn’t do that, we couldn’t just double their rent, what do Onward expect?” Leaseholder Judy Hurst said she was “seething” after receiving a letter on Saturday to warn of the hike, set to be introduced in April. ‘Enough is enough’ A number of the leaseholders have now banded together to explore whether they can take over the running of the building by invoking a legal right known as right-to-manage. Onward Homes is set to meet residents at a meeting in March to discuss the change in charges. Some leaseholders have complained about the condition of the building for years, accusing the management company of neglecting to take care of the site. Several have said they would refuse to pay the new charge and would instead continue to pay the current fee. “Enough is enough, it’s time we took some action,” Jessica added. Source link #Manchester #flat #owners #seething #year #service #charge Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Dalkeith ******: Police reveal new details of Rhys Bellinge’s alleged excessive speeding Dalkeith ******: Police reveal new details of Rhys Bellinge’s alleged excessive speeding Startling new details regarding the journey Rhys Bellinge took on the night of the horror Dalkeith ****** have been revealed as police ramped up efforts to find more witnesses to the shocking collision. Source link #Dalkeith #****** #Police #reveal #details #Rhys #Bellinges #alleged #excessive #speeding Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

The Lunar Economy Is Coming – WIRED The Lunar Economy Is Coming – WIRED The Lunar Economy Is Coming WIREDPrivate Spacecraft On Awesome Mission Sends Back Footage Of The Far Side Of The Moon IFLScienceNASA Sets Coverage of Firefly’s First Robotic Commercial Moon Landing NASABlue Ghost 1 enters lunar orbit as Resilience flies by the moon SpaceNewsPrivate spacecraft beams home thrilling flyover video of the moon’s far side Mashable Source link #Lunar #Economy #Coming #WIRED Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Search for missing Jenny Hall from Tow Law enters fourth day Search for missing Jenny Hall from Tow Law enters fourth day Jason Arunn Murugesu BBC News, North East and Cumbria Family handout Jenny Hall was last seen leaving her home on Tuesday afternoon The search for a missing woman has entered its fourth day, police have said. Jenny Hall, 23, was last seen leaving her home at Barracks Farm, Tow Law, County Durham, on Tuesday just after 15:00 GMT. Her red Ford Focus was found parked on the B6278 between Eggleston and Stanhope on Wednesday. Ms Hall, a keen long-distance runner, is described as 6ft (1.8m) tall with very long dark hair and was last seen wearing a blue hoodie with a John Deere logo and dark jogging bottoms. Durham Police said it would be working in Hamsterley Forest, where Ms Hall was known to run, and the surrounding areas. Hamsterley Forest was created by Forestry England in the 1920s. Sections are used for lumber production, but the area is also popular with walkers and cyclists. Spanning 4,942 acres (2,000ha), it is the largest woodland in County Durham and is located about 16 miles (26km) from the town Ms Hall is from. It attracts about 200,000 visitors a year, according to Forestry England. Ch Insp Haythornthwaite said he wanted to thank those who had contacted them with information so far. “We really do appreciate your help and support,” he said. He said the force was aware that families would be walking around the forest recreationally today and asked them to give space to officers conducting the search. “Try not to disrupt the search area,” he said. The search is now focused on the running trails Ms Hall frequently uses Alongside the police, Teesdale and Weardale Search and Mountain Rescue Team (TWSMRT) said its teams had so far searched over 60 miles (96.5km) of paths and tracks in Hamsterley Forest. “The biggest challenge is the area size itself and the terrain,” said volunteer Peter Bell. “The terrain is muddy and boggy.” A spokesperson for TWSMRT previously thanked the public for offers of help, but individuals were advised not to try and assist as it could “hamper the systematic search”. TWSMRT Mountain rescue teams searched the moorland on Wednesday and Thursday Motorbike officers, specialised sniffer dogs and air support drones have also been involved in the search so far. Durham Police is urging anyone with any information to ring 999. Source link #Search #missing #Jenny #Hall #Tow #Law #enters #fourth #day Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Perth Lynx lose WNBL semifinal to Townsville Fire as Ally Wilson and Nia Coffey put on a show Perth Lynx lose WNBL semifinal to Townsville Fire as Ally Wilson and Nia Coffey put on a show Perth Lynx have lost the opening game of their semifinal series against Townsville Fire and it all came down to a poor first quarter which left them playing catch up. Source link #Perth #Lynx #lose #WNBL #semifinal #Townsville #Fire #Ally #Wilson #Nia #Coffey #put #show Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Captain America’s Abilities Were Heavily Influenced by “I can do this all day design philosophy” Captain America’s Abilities Were Heavily Influenced by “I can do this all day design philosophy” Marvel Rivals has quickly become the talk of the gaming community. It is attracting attention for its ever-expanding roster of superheroes and villains, each with its own unique set of abilities designed to keep matches fun and engaging. Players have been enjoying the gameplay and all the various superhero interactions. | Image Credit: NetEase Games With its iconic roster of superheroes, it’s easy to see how their powers and moves are inspired by the comics and the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). So, it’s no surprise that combat designer Zhiyong Feng and his team drew inspiration from MCU for Captain America, especially from all his famous lines. How Captain America’s abilities in Marvel Rivals reflect his origin Steve Rogers was built with his philosophies in mind. | Image Credit: NetEase Games In an interview with Polygon, Marvel Rivals combat designer Zhiyong Feng revealed how Captain America’s abilities in the game are based on his iconic traits from both the MCU and the Marvel comics. His abilities in the game reflect the source material, with a strong emphasis on endurance, mobility, and resilience. Just like the Captain we know and love. As Feng further explained, Steve Rogers’ abilities were designed around his core principle: I can do this all day design philosophy. Unsurprisingly, his vibranium shield is a core part of his abilities in the game. Just like in MCU, he can throw his shield, which ricochets off enemies and obstacles with pinpoint precision. Additionally, its durability allows him to absorb damage and protect his teammates. Other than his shield, Steve can also sprint faster, jump higher, and use the moment to slam his shield into the ground to disrupt enemies and deal damage, showcasing his superior agility and offensive strength. One of the most exciting parts of his abilities is his ultimate move, which pays homage to the iconic “Avengers Assemble” moment from Avengers: Endgame. When using his ultimate, he raises his shield and yells “ASSEMBLE,” rallying his team for a powerful attack. Marvel Rivals has a massive advantage over other games Fans are looking forward to the upcoming new heroes. | Image Credit: NetEase Games What makes Marvel Rivals particularly exciting is that the game has access to an almost infinite amount of source material to draw from. Unlike other games that have to create original characters from scratch, Rivals can simply tap into the vast and rich Marvel Comics universe, offering a unique advantage. This endless pool of content allows the game to feature both well-known heroes and lesser-known characters, each with their own set of powers and moves. This keeps the gameplay diverse and exciting. As Marvel Rivals continues to expand, players are already excited about the potential for new skins, characters, and abilities. With Season 1 offering a new set of heroes with the introduction of the iconic Fantastic Four, it is exciting to see and speculate who will join the roster next. With endless source material from the Marvel Universe, Rivals is in a unique position to keep its gameplay fresh and engaging for a long time. Now it needs to maintain its content quality and balance in check. In the end, one thing is clear: whether it’s Captain America’s iconic shield or the Fantastic Four’s introduction, the game is focused on offering fans the ultimate superhero experience. Source link #Captain #Americas #Abilities #Heavily #Influenced #day #design #philosophy Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Crypto and big tech’s backing pays off as Trump makes tech-friendly moves | Technology Crypto and big tech’s backing pays off as Trump makes tech-friendly moves | Technology The millions that US tech companies invested in currying favor with Donald Trump seemed to pay off this week as the new administration issued a flurry of directives that relaxed regulations and dropped lawsuits previously aimed at holding the industry to account. Crypto, AI and social media companies, many of which made donations to Trump, are all expecting to benefit. At the center of the administration’s moves is Elon Musk, the world’s richest man. Over the past week, federal agencies under the president’s authority dropped legal fights against his rocket company and the US’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange. The White House also issued a “deregulatory initiative” aimed at loosening tech-sector regulation by empowering Musk’s Doge. Musk is the CEO of several tech companies that have been sued by federal agencies in recent years. The billionaire CEO poured nearly $300m into the president’s re-election campaign and now is in charge of the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), which is tasked with cutting federal spending and regulations. The administration’s moves fall into a pattern of friendliness towards the tech industry and its billionaire leaders. On Friday, Coinbase said the Securities and Exchange Commission had communicated plans to dismiss its lawsuit against the cryptocurrency exchange. The same day, the justice department announced that it was dropping its discrimination case against Musk’s SpaceX. Trump is also cutting regulatory safeguards on artificial intelligence, which Silicon Valley CEOs have long said are overly burdensome. The body charged with testing the safety of cutting-edge AI models is bracing for layoffs after probationary employees received notice Wednesday. Two weeks ago, the White House rolled back an executive order by Joe Biden meant to ensure AI safety. Silicon Valley has cozied up to Trump In addition to Musk, several other tech CEOs have also found favor with Trump, including Apple’s Tim Cook, Amazon’s Jeff Bezos, Google’s Sundar Pichai, Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg, OpenAI’s Sam Altman and TikTok’s Shou Zi Chew. They all donated $1m to Trump’s inaugural committee and have had closed-door meetings with the president. In the early days of the first Trump administration, some tech companies had contentious relationships with the president. They protested against his initiatives, including a ban on immigration from seven *******-majority countries and his stance on abortion. With Trump’s second time around, things have changed. “The striking image at the inauguration of so many leaders in attendance who had taken more aggressive stances towards Trump in his first term shows that they hope for more favorable treatment,” said Gautam Hans, law professor and director of the Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Clinic at Cornell. He added that Trump’s recent actions on the tech front “reflect a litany of long-term conservative grievances and aggressive deregulatory arguments”. Coinbase notches a win after donating to Trump A month before the SEC dropped its suit against Coinbase, the crypto company donated $1m to Trump’s inaugural fund, a move many tech companies and their CEOs made to cozy up to Trump. The crypto industry writ large supported a wide swath of Republican candidates, and Trump’s re-election sparked a rally in crypto prices. “SEC staff has agreed in principle to dismiss its unlawful enforcement case against Coinbase, subject to commissioner approval – righting a major wrong,” Paul Grewal, the company’s chief legal officer, wrote in a blogpost. “We’ve always maintained that we were right on the facts and the law, and today’s announcement confirms that this case should never have been filed in the first place.” The SEC sued Coinbase in 2023, alleging the exchange traded 13 tokens that should have been registered with the SEC as securities. But the Trump administration is taking a friendlier approach to crypto. On the campaign trail, Trump said he would be the “crypto president” and nominated crypto-friendly commissioner, Paul Atkins, to lead the SEC, replacing Gary Gensler, who took an adversarial stance towards the industry. The decision to withdraw lawsuits against companies such as Coinbase is not unexpected. In the first few weeks of the new administration, the SEC established a crypto taskforce that experts expect will review and possibly reverse the previous administration’s policies and cases. Consumer protection advocacy group Public Citizen says the SEC’s decision would be “proof positive that the crypto industry’s flood of campaign spending has paid off”. “The now-abandoned lawsuit against Coinbase involved the most basic assertion of SEC authority: Coinbase cryptocurrency offerings are actually securities and must be registered and regulated as such,” Public Citizen co-president said in a statement. “Retreat from this basic assertion is a massive gift to the industry, which can only be understood in light of its massive political spending in the last election.” Trump issues order that empowers Musk and Doge Trump signed a sweeping executive order on Wednesday aimed at cutting back on regulations. The order, called a “deregulatory initiative” in a White House press release, directly echoes Musk and Doge’s stated mission to cut federal spending and regulations – and could greatly benefit the tech industry. The order will “commence the deconstruction of the overbearing and burdensome administrative state”, the order reads. “Ending federal overreach and restoring the constitutional separation of powers.” The order dictates that Doge, along with the director of the office of management and budget, will “rescind unlawful regulations” by going through a review process that examines “all regulations”. The timeline to do this is 60 days. The list of “unlawful regulations” is expansive and includes regulations that give too much power to Congress, impose significant costs on private parties, and that impede tech innovation. skip past newsletter promotion A weekly dive in to how technology is shaping our lives Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our Privacy Policy. We use Google reCaptcha to protect our website and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. after newsletter promotion Silicon Valley has long complained about the federal government’s regulations, many of which are aimed at anti-competitive and monopolistic behavior and impose labor and consumer safety standards. Google, Apple and Meta have been sued by the justice department in antitrust and discrimination cases. And the Federal Trade Commission has brought suits against many of those same companies, along with Amazon, Uber and Snapchat. Some lawyers are questioning the legality and feasibility of this new deregulatory executive order. “If Trump thinks Doge is going to be able to just cancel regulations under these vague criteria the way it has attempted to just cancel agencies, he’s going to be disappointed,” said Daniel Walters, an associate law professor at Texas A&M University. “There’s a little law called the Administrative Procedure Act standing in the way.” The Administrative Procedure Act requires agencies to rescind existing regulations through the same process as creating regulations, Walters said. These processes can take years and existing regulations are considered binding until they’re complete. Deregulating AI Administration officials have repeatedly signaled their belief that previous administrations have over-regulated the technology industry and created obstacles to innovation, especially with regards to AI. Vice-President JD Vance started a speech at the global AI Action Summit by emphasizing the administration’s focus on “AI opportunity” rather than “AI safety”. “We believe that excessive regulation of the AI sector could kill a transformative industry,” Vance said at the conference. Trump has already made several moves to gut the guardrails around the development and use of AI that the Biden administration put in place. Shortly after taking office, Trump rescinded a sweeping AI executive order that Biden issued to ensure AI would be used and developed safely. Trump called the order a “barrier to American leadership in artificial intelligence”. Now, the non-regulatory body that was charged with testing the industry’s most-powerful AI models is facing layoffs. About 500 probationary employees of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, which establishes standards of safety and reliability for various sectors including AI, manufacturing and cybersecurity, are expecting to be fired, according to multiple reports. Some of those employees received verbal notices as of Wednesday, according to Bloomberg. Members of the AI Safety Institute (AISI), which was created within the NIST in response to Biden’s AI executive order, are particularly concerned they will be fired, according to Wired. Eliminating the AISI would do nothing to make American AI companies more competitive and would instead “undermine efforts” to ensure AI tools are safe, according to Alexandra Reeve Givens, the chief executive of digital rights non-profit the Center for Democracy and Technology. “The AI Safety Institute was designed to play a basic, common-sense role coordinating the kind of work that needs to happen for the entire industry to succeed,” Givens said in a statement. The FTC’s threats Though Trump has thus far made tech-friendly moves, his administration is also using its regulators to make threats against the tech industry, should Silicon Valley CEOs stop being so close to the president. The new chair of the Federal Trade Commission, Andrew Ferguson, went on Elon Musk’s X on Thursday with a promise to go after “big tech censorship” saying it’s “un-American” and “potentially ********”. He launched an official inquiry into the matter, which will scrutinize how tech platforms may be banning or shadow banning various users. Trump was temporarily banned from Twitter, Facebook and YouTube after the January 6 attack on the Capitol. “Tech firms should not be bullying their users,” Ferguson said in a statement. Source link #Crypto #big #techs #backing #pays #Trump #techfriendly #moves #Technology Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Victim and suspect in statewide amber alert have been located Victim and suspect in statewide amber alert have been located Update: 2/21/2025 at 11:35 p.m. SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The suspect and child in a statewide Amber Alert have been found. According to Salt Lake City Police, the suspect, Holly Angelina Smith, 32, and her daughter, Josephina Jimenez, were located late Friday evening. The search came after smith allegedly unlawfully took her daughter and fled after a court ordered Smith to turn her daughter over to state custody. More details about the case are expected to be released on Saturday. This is a developing story. ABC4 will update this post as new information becomes available. Update: 2/21/25 at 9:37 p.m. SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The search for an 18-month-old baby continues after her mother allegedly abducted and fled with her when a court order was issued. According to Salt Lake City Police, the suspect, Holly Angelina Smith, 32, allegedly unlawfully took her child after a court ordered her to relinquish her daughter to state custody, Josephina Jimenez. During a presser with the media, SLCPD told reporters that the court had issued the order citing environmental, neglect, and drug concerns. This order came after an investigation by Utah’s Divisions of Child and Family Services. DCFS later informed SLCPD of the order who began the search for Smith and Jimenez. Police believe there is serious risk to the child. At this time, Smiths whereabouts are unknown. The Salt Lake City Police Department (SLCPD) believes that she is currently being assisted by family members to avoid law enforcement. She was allegedly seen being dropped off by a family member near 1300 south and the Jordan River Trail. However, officially her last known whereabouts were around the area of 1801 South 900 West in Salt Lake City. Smith is described as being 5′ 4″ and weighing 100 pounds, with blue eyes and brown hair described as short and unkept. Jimenez was last seen in a brown onesie, and is described as White, 2’6″, 23 lbs. with brown hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information or knowledge of their whereabout is advised to call 911. This is a developing story. ABC4 will update this post as new information becomes available. Original Article SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — An AMBER Alert has been issued for 1-year-old Josephina Jimenez in Salt Lake City’s Glendale neighborhood. The suspect has been identified as Holly Angelina Smith, 32. She is described as White, 5’4″, 100 lbs, with brown hair and blue eyes. She was reportedly last seen wearing ****** Adidas pants, a light color sweater, and blue Vans sneakers. The victim is identified as Josephina Jimenez, 1. She is described as White, 2’6″, 23 lbs, with brown hair and brown eyes. She was reportedly last seen wearing a brown onesie. Utah CEO killed in east Idaho helicopter ****** Law enforcement officials issue an AMBER Alert under the following circumstances: Law enforcement believes a child or children have been abducted. Law enforcement believes the victim(s) face imminent danger of serious bodily injury or death. The child or children are 17 years old or younger. There is information that could assist the public in the safe recovery of the victim or apprehension of a suspect. If you see either the victim or suspect, or have any information regarding their whereabouts, please call SLCPD at 801-709-3000 of dial 911. No further information is available at this time. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to ABC4 Utah. Source link #Victim #suspect #statewide #amber #alert #located Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]