Can OpenAI Respond After Google Closes the A.I. Technology Gap?
A new technology release from OpenAI is supposed to top what Google recently produced. It also shows OpenAI is engaged in a new and more difficult competition.
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Can OpenAI Respond After Google Closes the A.I. Technology Gap?
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6 more states approved to remove unhealthy foods from SNAP benefits
Hawai'i, Missouri, North Dakota, South Carolina, Virginia and Tennessee are approved to amend the definition of "food for purchase" under SNAP in 2026.
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6 more states approved to remove unhealthy foods from SNAP benefits
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Lawsuit challenges the approval of an exploratory drilling program in Alaska
A new lawsuit seeks to overturn the recent approval of an exploratory drilling program in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska
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Lawsuit challenges the approval of an exploratory drilling program in Alaska
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Many Obamacare premiums expected to spike after votes on health care plans fail
The Senate failed to pass two different health care plans, which means premiums will spike for many people who rely on Obamacare. One breast cancer survivor told NBC News she feels caught in the middle of a political fight. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports.
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Many Obamacare premiums expected to spike after votes on health care plans fail
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Republicans Undercut Johnson, Circumventing Him to Force Votes
The speaker has repeatedly lost his grip on the House floor thanks to a once rare parliamentary maneuver that G.O.P. members are increasingly using to force action on legislation.
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Republicans Undercut Johnson, Circumventing Him to Force Votes
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Maryland Democratic state leaders say redistricting won’t be on the special session agenda
Those close to Gov. Moore suggest the push for redistricting is not dead.
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Maryland Democratic state leaders say redistricting won’t be on the special session agenda
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WATCH: At 100, war veteran still volunteers to tell history
Danny New speaks to Arthur Grabiner, a WW II veteran who continues to educate people about his experience during the war in the Pacific.
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WATCH: At 100, war veteran still volunteers to tell history
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Bessent Accelerates Regulation Overhaul to Jumpstart Growth
The Treasury Secretary unveiled changes to the Financial Stability Oversight Council to ease “overregulation.”
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Bessent Accelerates Regulation Overhaul to Jumpstart Growth
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WATCH: Airman surprises siblings in early Christmas present
Stacie Garrett shared a TikTok video of her eldest son surprising her younger kids ahead of Christmas.
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WATCH: Airman surprises siblings in early Christmas present
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What Does the Oil Tanker Seizure Mean for Venezuela’s Economy?
Seizures of more tankers could put a stranglehold on Venezuela’s economy, which is exceptionally dependent on oil to keep the government running and pay for basic necessities.
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What Does the Oil Tanker Seizure Mean for Venezuela’s Economy?
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Justice Department again fails to indict New York Attorney General Letitia James
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A federal grand jury here refused to indict New York Attorney General Letitia James on Thursday, one federal law enforcement source and another person familiar with the matter told NBC News
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Justice Department again fails to indict New York Attorney General Letitia James
NY Times
Ford’s Car of the Future, Hatched in a Skunk Works Near Los Angeles
Desperate to catch up with Chinese automakers, Ford is redesigning its fleet with a Silicon Valley-style team. Is it too late?
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Ford’s Car of the Future, Hatched in a Skunk Works Near Los Angeles
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White House defends seizure of oil tanker near Venezuela
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the seizure of an oil tanker near Venezuela, saying the U.S. intends to seize the oil on board the vessel and an investigative team is collecting evidence and conducting interviews.
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White House defends seizure of oil tanker near Venezuela
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Progressives launch another primary challenge to a House Democrat
Nida Allam’s entrance into a North Carolina race comes with a slew of progressive support.
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Progressives launch another primary challenge to a House Democrat
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WATCH: Skydivers narrowly averting disaster
A stunning video shows skydivers narrowly averting a disaster after a parachute deployed too early.
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WATCH: Skydivers narrowly averting disaster
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Kilmar Abrego Garcia is released from ICE custody following judge's order
Judge Paula Xinis of the U.S. District Court in Maryland ordered Abrego be released immediately, citing a lack of a final order of removal for Abrego.
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Kilmar Abrego Garcia is released from ICE custody following judge's order
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AI-Powered Toys Are Raising Concerns: A Look at Potential Risks
Toys with built-in artificial intelligence can have a conversation, answer questions and even give advice — and they're already widely available and marketed towards children as young as 3 years old. That has experts raising concerns over inconsistent safeguards, with NBC News finding one toy giving ...
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AI-Powered Toys Are Raising Concerns: A Look at Potential Risks
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Disney strikes deal with OpenAI to let Sora generate AI videos of its characters
Disney said it reached a deal with OpenAI to bring its characters to the company's Sora video generator. Disney also accused Google of copyright infringement.
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Disney strikes deal with OpenAI to let Sora generate AI videos of its characters
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My Favorite Performances of the Year
Actors took big swings in 2025. Here are some of the best.
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My Favorite Performances of the Year
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Democrats face messy primary fights as DSCC loses grip on candidates
The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee is triggering backlash among fellow Democrats for its interventions in various Senate races.
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Democrats face messy primary fights as DSCC loses grip on candidates
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10 on-screen political thrillers that stood out in a year of upheaval and partisanship
At a time of political upheaval, the political thriller on television and film is both a reflection of, and an escape from, turbulent times.
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10 on-screen political thrillers that stood out in a year of upheaval and partisanship
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Barabak: The U.S. Senate is a mess. He wants to fix it, from the inside
Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkeley is waging a largely one-man crusade to reform the Senate filibuster. He sees it as a way to help end obstructionism and address the Senate's increasing dysfunction.
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Barabak: The U.S. Senate is a mess. He wants to fix it, from the inside
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Justice Department drafting a list of 'domestic terrorists'
A Justice Department memo calls for a 'cash reward system' that would encourage Americans to report suspected domestic terrorist activity.
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Justice Department drafting a list of 'domestic terrorists'
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Johnson bullish on Indiana’s upcoming nailbiter of a redistricting vote
The House speaker has been conferring with Hoosier State Republicans, but taking a lighter touch than the White House.
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Johnson bullish on Indiana’s upcoming nailbiter of a redistricting vote
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The POLITICO Poll - Affordability
The POLITICO Poll, conducted by Public First, finds that Americans are struggling with affordability pressures that are squeezing everything from their everyday necessities to their biggest-ticket expenses.
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The POLITICO Poll - Affordability
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Democratic lawmakers say Paramount bid for Warner raises 'serious national security concerns'
Royal families from Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi would contribute $24 billion to the Larry Ellison bid.
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Democratic lawmakers say Paramount bid for Warner raises 'serious national security concerns'
Politico
New poll paints a grim picture of a nation under financial strain
Rising costs are crushing Americans — and they're running out of room to adjust.
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New poll paints a grim picture of a nation under financial strain
LA Times
Tony Dokoupil will be the next anchor of 'CBS Evening News'
The current 'CBS Mornings' host is expected to replace anchor duo John Dickerson and Maurice DuBois.
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Tony Dokoupil will be the next anchor of 'CBS Evening News'
LA Times
Congress approves an economic lifeline for rural schools in California and elsewhere
The Secure Rural Schools Act, a financial lifeline for schools in places like Northern California, was approved Tuesday by the U.S. House after lapsing.
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Congress approves an economic lifeline for rural schools in California and elsewhere