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Rebecca Gayheart Dane shared that caring for her late husband, actor Eric Dane, has deepened her compassion for others. She also mentioned her interest in the development of synthetic voices.
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Richard Kahn, Epstein's longtime accountant, testified to the House Oversight Committee that he had no knowledge of Epstein's criminal activities. He stated that the monetary gifts from Epstein did not raise any suspicions for him.
The government is launching a new investigation into DOGE staffers for allegedly misusing sensitive Social Security data, following allegations made by a whistleblower. This inquiry is part of ongoing scrutiny surrounding the actions of DOGE personnel in accessing private information.
Former President Trump claims that Democrats need to cheat to win elections, a statement that has generated varying reactions among his supporters. NPR's exploration in Pennsylvania's swing districts reveals shifting perspectives since the 2020 election.
Bam Adebayo made headlines with an impressive 83-point game, featuring NBA records for free throws made and attempted. However, critics argue that his performance was indicative of stat-padding, driven by an excessive number of shot attempts.
Experts are concerned about a vaccine trial in Guinea-Bissau, which they label as "unethical," suggesting it may serve as a model for future studies under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This trial involved vaccinating only half of newborns for hepatitis B, despite a significant prevalence of the disease among adults, raising ethical questions about such research methodologies.
At least 65 Nigerian soldiers have been killed in recent jihadist raids in the north-east, primarily by the Islamic State West Africa Province. The assaults, which occurred on 5 and 6 March, involved the overrunning of four military bases and the abduction of around 300 civilians.
A drone strike in Goma, DRC, resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a French UN aid worker, according to the M23 rebel group, which blames the government for the attack. The incident occurred in the Himbi neighborhood, which has been under M23 control since January 2025.
A drone strike in the village of Shukeiri, Sudan, killed at least 17 people, primarily schoolgirls, along with teachers and healthcare workers. The attack, attributed to the Rapid Support Forces, also left at least 10 others wounded.
A report reveals that 11 African governments have invested over $2 billion in AI-driven Chinese surveillance technology, which experts claim violates citizens' privacy rights. The unregulated expansion of these systems is justified under national security but is reportedly leading to a chilling effect on society.
Hungary's upcoming elections are being influenced by the ongoing war in Ukraine, with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán targeting Ukraine's president as part of his campaign strategy. This has implications for Hungary's political landscape and its relationship with Ukraine.
René Redzepi, head chef of Noma, has resigned following allegations of abuse and a toxic work environment made by former employees. He had previously issued an apology regarding these accusations.