Fallout from the Nvidia scandal may dampen the exuberance around the AI boom
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s stunning resignation has sent ripples throughout the global technology industry, with competitors itching to take advantage of the uncertainty surrounding the chip giant. Others wonder if the downfall of one of AI’s biggest cheerleaders will dampen the mood around the civilization-altering technology. Some of Nvidia’s biggest rivals, such as Broadcom, Intel and Advanced Micro Devices, saw their shares advance Thursday following Huang’s departure, as investors predicted that its customers may be looking to diversify their suppliers. In the end, analysts say, this might not be such a bad thing.
Democratic political group launches new push to shape AI agenda ahead of 2028
DENVER (AP) — A Democratic political group is launching a new push to find ways to meet voters' concerns about artificial intelligence ahead of the 2028 presidential election. Tomorrow Together is kicking off a seven-figure effort to gather data on how voters feel about the technology and how Democrats can communicate about it. They are announcing the initiative as party luminaries gather in Denver to celebrate their victories in last week's midterms and chart a path forward. President Donald Trump has embraced rapid AI development and fought limitations on the technology. Several Democrats last cycle called for new regulations or even a stop to AI development.
Europe pushes for seat at Ukraine peace talks but lacks unified voice
DUBLIN (AP) — European nations are looking for an envoy to represent them in talks to end the Russia-Ukraine war. They are concerned that a U.S.-backed process could leave them sidelined. Leaders from the 27-nation European Union are meeting Friday in Dublin to discuss the issue. There is no consensus yet on who the envoy should be or what the role would entail. Ukraine wants European support in the negotiations, while Russia opposes European involvement.
The US and Mexico are on the verge of forfeiting a major health victory. Here's what to know
NEW YORK (AP) — International health experts are meeting to assess whether the U.S. and Mexico have lost their measles elimination status. Measles, a highly contagious disease, had been controlled in the U.S. for 30 years. Large outbreaks in recent years have led to thousands of illnesses and about a dozen deaths. The Pan American Health Organization is reviewing genetic evidence this week to determine if the virus is spreading continuously. Health experts blame the outbreaks on falling vaccination rates fueled by disproven claims that the vaccines, which have saved millions of lives globally, are not safe.
Trump's Justice Department faces a new era of scrutiny under a Democratic-led Congress
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department has functioned for nearly two years as an extension of the White House, unchecked by a Republican-controlled Congress. It has pursued investigations into President Donald Trump’s enemies, fired waves of career employees and defended administration stances that judges across the country repeatedly deemed legally dubious. Now, sweeping Democratic gains in Congress have shifted the balance of power in Washington, teeing up an onslaught of expected investigations into those actions. Attorney General Todd Blanche says the department will cooperate with Congress but has also insisted “we will not back down” from Trump’s agenda.
Pope Leo XIV denounces 'machismo' and demands women be protected in an emotional return to Peru
LIMA, Peru (AP) — Pope Leo XIV has denounced the “machismo” and violence against women that is prevalent in Peru. He is demanding that women be protected and respected. He also met with six survivors of clergy sexual abuse, including from an abusive sect-like group in Peru. After his emotional homecoming Wednesday, the Peruvian pope got down to business Thursday and set out marching orders for the Peruvian church and people. He called the influential Catholic hierarchy to task to be models of unity and communion. And instructed Peruvian bishops especially to accompany their flocks and respond to victims of clergy sexual abuse with truth and justice.
An Israeli strike on a hospital highlights the devastation to Gaza's healthcare system
BEIRUT (AP) — A deadly airstrike on Nasser Hospital in Gaza has highlighted the ongoing devastation to the region's healthcare system. The Israeli military claims it targeted a Hamas commander using the hospital as a base, though it has not provided evidence. Israel continues near-daily strikes in Gaza, despite a ceasefire with Hamas. Hospitals have been attacked throughout the conflict. The World Health Organization has documented over 1,050 attacks on health facilities. Gaza's healthcare system is in ruins and struggling to recover. Twenty of Gaza’s 36 prewar hospitals are functioning, though none is fully operational. Thursday's strike killed six people, including a surgeon and a 13-year-old boy.
Hunt for clues in deadly Brooklyn building collapse will take time
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City’s mayor says two of the eight people killed when an apartment building collapsed in Brooklyn were children. A city official says the three-story building gave way Wednesday afternoon while construction workers were digging at a neighboring lot. The cause is still under investigation. The fire department says the search for victims has ended. Mayor Zohran Mamdani said during a news conference Thursday that two of the victims were construction workers. He says 18 people were injured in the collapse and rescue operation. The mayor has ordered safety inspections at about 100 building sites related to the companies involved in the construction project where the collapse occurred.
5 people are shot in DC, including 1 killed at a gym, and then suspect kills himself
WASHINGTON (AP) — Police say the man who was shot and killed at a Washington, D.C., gym during his morning workout was the manager of a condo building. Police say the gunman, Matt Lambert, apparently targeted the victim because of an ongoing dispute over damage to his penthouse unit. Four more people were also shot and wounded; one critically. Lambert killed himself in his condo while police were outside the door. Lambert was locked in litigation over mold and other problems. The shootings occurred in Washington's Logan Circle, about a mile north of the White House.
Asian shares are mixed as investors assess impact of Nvidia's fallout on global AI development
HONG KONG (AP) — Asian shares are mixed as investors assess what Jensen Huang’s resignation as Nvidia CEO would mean for the wider global artificial intelligence industry. U.S. futures edged higher despite earlier losses on Wall Street and Nvidia fell more than 4% after Huang’s resignation Thursday from Nvidia. Japan's Nikkei 225 was trading higher, but South Korea's benchmark Kospi index declined. Oil prices have stabilized after rising Thursday on President Donald Trump's comments that the United States “don’t need a deal with Iran.” Wall Street’s benchmark S&P 500 slipped 0.4% Thursday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.4%, while the technology-heavy Nasdaq composite also declined 0.4%.
