Tim Walz urges Trump to remove agents from Minnesota: ‘You can end this’ | The Guardian

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz urges President Trump to remove federal immigration agents from the state, citing the recent fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti during an immigration crackdown. Walz appeals to the public to oppose the actions of ICE, emphasizing the importance of humane and focused immigration control. The governor's plea comes amidst mounting skepticism over the Trump administration's narrative regarding the incident, as video evidence contradicts the claims of federal officials.

Sydney woman facing life behind bars after allegedly trying to smuggle $36.7 million of meth

The 32-year-old woman arrived in Sydney on a flight from South Africa yesterday, but border force officers were suspicious about what was in her two suitcases.

CEOs are hugely expensive. Why not automate them? - If a single role is as expensive as thousands of workers, it is surely the prime candidate for robot-induced redundancy.

This New Statesman article discusses the rising costs of CEO salaries, exemplified by Alex Mahon, CEO of Channel 4, who could receive a record annual pay of £1.4m. The article questions whether companies need a CEO at all, considering the potential for automation and the high costs associated with executive pay. It also highlights the potential for automation in strategic decision-making roles, citing examples of successful automation in other areas.

UHF Weird Al VHS : "Weird Al" Yankovic : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive

Weird Al’s 1989 movie, starring Michael Richards (before Seinfeld and before he fucked up), as well as Fran Drescher before The Nanny… Videos UHF, mocking Axl Rose Beverly Hillbillies, a parody of Money for Nothing by Dire Straits, featuring Sting

Macron calls for ban on social media for children under 15 to be in place by September

French President Emmanuel Macron has called for a ban on social media for children under 15 to be implemented by September, citing concerns over mental health and the manipulation of young users by tech companies. Macron's push comes as France's health watchdog reports that half of teenagers spend between two and five hours a day on their smartphones, with 58% using them for social networks. The proposed bill aims to protect children from harmful content and excessive screen time, mirroring similar moves by the British government and Australia, where social media companies have already revoked access to millions of child accounts.

Private jet carrying 8 people crashes at Bangor, Maine, airport, source says

A private jet carrying eight people crashed on takeoff from Bangor, Maine, Sunday evening, according to a source briefed on the incident. The extent of their injuries is not known. The crash occurred amid a massive snowstorm with very low visibility.

Gallup: 12% of employed US adults reported using AI daily in their job in Q4 2025, compared to 10% in Q3 and 8% in Q2; 49% say they never use AI in their role

Gallup's latest data shows a continued rise in AI adoption in the U.S. workplace, with frequent use increasing by three percentage points to 26% in Q4 2025. While total AI use remained flat, usage varies significantly by industry and role type. Knowledge-based industries and remote-capable roles report the highest AI adoption, while production and service-based sectors show lower use. Leaders are more likely to use AI frequently than managers and individual contributors, suggesting a need for clear AI use cases and communication.

Officials Report Outbreak of Deadly Nipah Virus, Which Has No Cure

Officials in India have confirmed an outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus, which has no cure. Two nurses at a private hospital near Kolkata, West Bengal, were infected with the virus, and one is in a coma. Health officials are implementing quarantine and surveillance measures, and 180 people have been tested for Nipah, with all tests coming back negative so far.

Americans fined $27,500 for illegal Ontario moose hunt

Trump moved to cut funding for ICE body cameras, pared back oversight