President Donald Trump said that Chinese President Xi Jinping seemed to favor calling artificial intelligence "super intelligence." Trump posted this comment on TruthSocial after announcing that the U.S. would use this new term in official documents.
Key Facts
President Trump said that President Xi Jinping liked the term "super intelligence" for artificial intelligence (AI).
Trump made this comment on his TruthSocial social media platform.
This came shortly after Trump announced the U.S. would officially call AI "super intelligence" in government communications.
The term "super intelligence" refers to very advanced AI technology that is smarter than human intelligence.
The comment was based on discussions between President Trump and President Xi.
The announcement shows a new way the U.S. government is labeling AI technology.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The UK government has provided a record £66 million in emergency security funding to mosques and related sites following violent incidents after the 2024 Southport attacks. This is part of a larger increase in security funds for mosques, reaching about £41 million for 2025-26, due to rising attacks and hostility against Muslim communities.
Key Facts
The Home Office issued £66 million in emergency security funds specifically to mosques after violent disorder following the Southport attacks in 2024.
Total security funding for mosques and Islamic sites increased from about £73,000 in 2016-17 to a record £41 million projected for 2025-26.
The 2024 Southport attacks involved the murder of three girls, followed by false rumors blaming a Muslim asylum seeker.
Following the attacks, mosques and hotels housing asylum seekers were targeted with violence and hate crimes.
One mosque was attacked every five days across Britain in the past year, showing a rise in anti-Muslim hostility.
Local community sites, like the Jami centre in Birmingham, have faced hate crimes and are adding their own security measures while waiting for government support.
Muslim community leaders say funding does not fully meet community needs and that more action is required beyond financial support.
The government’s security scheme for places of worship started in 2016 and expanded to include dedicated mosque funding in 2023.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at the United Nations General Assembly. He defended Israel’s recent actions and criticized some delegates who left the room during his speech.
Key Facts
Benjamin Netanyahu is the Prime Minister of Israel.
He gave a speech at the United Nations General Assembly.
Netanyahu defended Israel’s recent actions during this speech.
Some delegates walked out and left during his speech.
Netanyahu called these delegates "moral cowards."
The speech caused varied reactions among people.
CBS News reporter Dov Lieber covered the responses to the speech.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Senator Jim Justice held a birthday party on Capitol Hill for his pet bulldog, BabyDog, which attracted many attendees and sparked online criticism. Some Republican lawmakers and influencers criticized the event for taking place while important voting legislation, supported by President Trump, remains stalled in Congress.
Key Facts
Senator Jim Justice, a Republican from West Virginia, hosted a large party for his bulldog, BabyDog, on Capitol Hill.
The dog wore a cowboy hat and red bandanna, and guests sang happy birthday as BabyDog was pulled in a carriage.
The event was shared widely on social media, gaining over a million views on the platform X (formerly Twitter).
BabyDog’s official birthday is still a few weeks away; this was an early celebration.
The party received backlash from some Republican lawmakers, including Representatives Anna Paulina Luna and Andrew Clyde.
Critics said the Senate should focus on passing voting laws, such as the SAVE America Act, rather than hosting a party for a dog.
The SAVE America Act, supported by President Trump, aims to require citizenship proof and photo ID for federal elections.
The bill passed the House but is stalled in the Senate and has not been enacted.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A TV ad praising President Trump aired on several national channels using the song "Love Me" by JMSN. The ad was paid for by taxpayers, but the musician JMSN says he did not give permission for his song to be used.
Key Facts
The ad shows strong support for President Trump.
It uses the song "Love Me" by artist JMSN as its soundtrack.
The ad was broadcast on major national TV networks, including CBS.
Taxpayer money funded the advertisement.
JMSN claims he never gave permission to use his music in the ad.
The use of the song without permission has caused controversy.
The ad was reported and explained by CBS News correspondent Ed O’Keefe.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The Trump administration is joining Elon Musk’s legal fight against a €120 million fine imposed by the European Union on Musk’s social media platform X. The U.S. Department of Justice argues that the EU is unfairly extending its rules to American companies and individuals beyond its legal reach.
Key Facts
The EU fined X €120 million for breaking the Digital Services Act (DSA), the first penalty under this online safety law.
The EU said X lacked transparency, gave insufficient data access, and used a misleading design for its verified blue-tick system.
The U.S. Department of Justice filed to intervene in Musk’s appeal at the EU’s General Court in Luxembourg.
The DOJ says the EU wrongly targeted Musk personally and other unrelated American companies he owns.
The fine was calculated based on the combined global revenue of Musk’s other companies, not just X’s earnings in the EU.
The EU is also investigating X over risks linked to Musk’s AI chatbot Grok being used in the EU.
SpaceX now owns Musk’s AI company xAI, which merged with X in 2025 before its public listing.
Apple is separately appealing a €500 million fine by the EU for anti-competitive behavior in its app store.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Pakistan’s government has blocked roads and sent tens of thousands of police to Islamabad to stop a march organized by Imran Khan’s party demanding his release from jail. Despite arrests and heavy security, Khan’s party leaders say they plan to proceed with the protest to pressure the government over Khan’s treatment.
Key Facts
Imran Khan has been jailed since 2023 on corruption charges.
Khan’s party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), plans a nationwide protest aiming to march to Islamabad.
The government deployed over 22,000 police and blocked access to Islamabad with shipping containers and sandbags.
Dozens of PTI leaders and ministers have been arrested or face arrest warrants.
Khan’s three sisters were detained on charges of threatening national security.
PTI’s home province, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is a strong support area with thousands expected to join the march.
The prime minister leads the civilian government, but the army chief is seen as the actual power in Pakistan.
Authorities say security measures aim to prevent violence and maintain order during the unrest.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The police watchdog has ordered the Metropolitan Police to review how they handled the investigation of Nicholas Brandram, a man suspected of pushing a woman into traffic in 2017, after Brandram was found dead at home. The review will look at how the police treated Brandram during the inquiry and how they managed his welfare and media coverage.
Key Facts
Nicholas Brandram was suspected of pushing a woman into the path of a bus on Putney Bridge in London in 2017.
Brandram was found dead at his home on 15 September 2026.
His family said he took his own life due to the pressure from the police investigation.
The Metropolitan Police referred the case to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) after Brandram's death.
The IOPC has instructed the Met’s professional standards unit to investigate how the case was handled.
The investigation will review the necessity of arrest, police contact with the media, and how Brandram’s wellbeing was considered.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed their investigation into the 2017 incident is still ongoing.
Brandram’s family maintain that he was not the person responsible for the 2017 incident.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
James Copenhaver, who was injured in a 2024 assassination attempt on then-candidate President Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died at age 76. He suffered serious injuries in the shooting and later filed a lawsuit against the federal government for inadequate security at the event.
Key Facts
James Copenhaver was shot in the arm and abdomen during a 2024 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
The gunman also grazed President Trump's right ear with a bullet.
Two others were shot: David Dutch, who survived, and Corey Comperatore, who died protecting his family.
Copenhaver had multiple surgeries and lasting damage, including kidney issues and loss of feeling in his leg.
He died at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh, surrounded by family.
Copenhaver and his wife sued the Secret Service and Department of Homeland Security for failing to provide proper security.
President Donald Trump called Copenhaver a "true American Patriot" who showed great bravery.
Copenhaver was a military veteran and valued hard work, integrity, and service to others.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Some reporters from CNN and MS NOW were not allowed to attend a state dinner at the White House with President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. This happened even though a judge had ordered that the reporters should be given access.
Key Facts
The event was a state dinner at the White House.
President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Reporters from CNN and MS NOW were invited to cover the dinner.
Some of these reporters were denied entry to the event.
A judge had issued an order requiring that the reporters be allowed access.
The news about the denied access came from CNN and MS NOW.
CBS News reported on the situation and provided updates.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
President Donald Trump will hold campaign rallies next week in Oklahoma and Alabama, two states that strongly support Republicans. These events come as the Republican Party faces challenges in key areas ahead of November’s midterm elections.
Key Facts
President Trump will hold a rally in Durant, Oklahoma on Thursday.
He will also campaign in Mobile, Alabama on Friday evening.
Both Oklahoma and Alabama are considered strong Republican (deep red) states.
The rallies occur just over a month before the November midterm elections.
Republicans are having difficulties in important swing states across the country.
President Trump previously won Oklahoma comfortably in past elections.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A powerful nor’easter is bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the US East Coast, especially New England, causing flooding and travel disruptions. At the same time, three hurricanes in the Pacific, fueled by a strong El Niño weather pattern, are affecting areas including Hawaii and Mexico with heavy rain and high winds.
Key Facts
The nor’easter is the first of the fall season and threatens millions on the US East Coast from New Jersey to Maine.
Winds of 40-60 mph are expected along the coast, with gusts up to 80 mph in Montauk, New York.
The storm may cause beach erosion, coastal flooding, downed trees, power outages, and flight delays.
Up to 8 inches of rain is forecast in southeastern Massachusetts and around 2 inches in Boston and New York City.
In the Pacific, three hurricanes—Nolo, Odalys, and Polo—are active, with Nolo causing heavy rain and flooding in Hawaii.
Hurricane Polo recently reached Category 5 strength and threatens coastal areas in Mexico with dangerous surf and flooding.
The strong El Niño is increasing the number and intensity of Pacific storms this season.
The Atlantic has fewer storms partly because of this El Niño effect.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A substitute teacher in Missouri lost her job after it became known that she created content for OnlyFans, a website where people can share adult or personal content for money. She said her decision was influenced by low pay for teachers.
Key Facts
A Missouri substitute teacher was fired after her OnlyFans activity came to light.
OnlyFans is a site where users can share adult or personal content for payment.
The teacher said better pay for teachers could reduce the need to earn money through online content creation.
She mentioned that "sex sells" as a reason people use platforms like OnlyFans.
The case highlights issues about teacher salaries and the use of social media for income.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A strong nor'easter storm is expected to hit the U.S. Northeast this weekend, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and very high waves. The storm could cause power outages, travel problems, and some flooding along the coast from North Carolina up to Maine.
Key Facts
Waves up to 19 feet have been recorded off North Carolina’s Outer Banks.
Waves up to 12 feet are expected from North Carolina to New Jersey and New England during the weekend.
Coastal flood alerts are in effect with water levels up to 3 feet above normal in some places.
Wind gusts could reach up to 60 mph in areas like the Jersey Shore, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts.
New York City may experience wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph.
Rain will begin Saturday morning, starting in New Jersey and moving north to Massachusetts and beyond.
The storm will peak on Saturday, then weaken Sunday and Monday before ending on Tuesday.
The nor’easter could bring 2 to 6 inches of rain, causing isolated flash flooding but not widespread serious flooding.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Chinese President Xi Jinping finished his state visit on Friday. During the visit, President Donald Trump spoke positively about his friendship with President Xi, which caused some surprise among Republican politicians in the U.S.
Key Facts
President Xi Jinping completed a state visit to the United States on Friday.
President Donald Trump publicly praised his friendship with President Xi during the visit.
Some members of the Republican Party were puzzled by Trump’s positive remarks about Xi.
The visit was officially covered by CBS News, with reporter Taurean Small providing updates.
Details about the visit’s outcomes or agreements were not included in the article excerpt.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
President Donald Trump highlighted his strong personal relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a state visit. Despite this, important issues like artificial intelligence (AI) and trade between the two countries remain unsettled.
Key Facts
President Trump described his friendship with President Xi as "truly great."
The two leaders met during a state visit on Thursday.
Important topics like AI and trade are still unresolved between the U.S. and China.
The report included commentary from retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster.
The visit aimed to improve relations between the U.S. and China despite ongoing challenges.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The article discusses how Warsh's reputation on Wall Street is improving while Bessent's is declining. This change is linked to the differences in their policy approaches and their interactions with President Donald Trump.
Key Facts
Warsh’s credibility among Wall Street investors is increasing.
Bessent’s credibility is decreasing on Wall Street.
The differences are connected to how they manage and decide on policies.
Their ways of communicating and working with President Donald Trump also differ.
These differences affect their standing and trust with financial markets.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The U.S. Army Reserve is considering moving resources to the Southern Command, which oversees the region including Cuba, for the next four months. This is part of ongoing military planning focused on Cuba, according to internal messages and U.S. officials.
Key Facts
The U.S. Army Reserve is reviewing a request to shift resources to the Southern Command.
The shift would last about four months.
Southern Command is responsible for military operations in the Caribbean and Central/South America.
Multiple U.S. officials confirmed the request is related to Cuba.
The move is part of ongoing military planning, not confirmed as an immediate action.
The information comes from internal military messages and official sources.
This preparation suggests increased U.S. military focus on Cuba.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Jim Copenhaver, a 76-year-old man shot during President Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died from complications related to his injuries. The shooting involved three people injured, including President Trump, whose ear was grazed, and the gunman, who was killed by the Secret Service.
Key Facts
Jim Copenhaver was hit twice by gunfire at the rally and died on Wednesday in a Pittsburgh hospital.
The shooting occurred when a 20-year-old gunman, Thomas Crooks, opened fire from a rooftop.
Another attendee, Corey Comperatore, was killed during the attack.
President Trump was grazed by a bullet but was not seriously harmed.
The gunman was killed by Secret Service agents at the scene.
Copenhaver was a military veteran and had ongoing health complications from his wounds.
Copenhaver and another injured attendee sued the federal government, claiming the Secret Service failed to protect them.
Republicans in the US House of Representatives publicly honored Copenhaver for his bravery and strength.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A nor'easter storm is bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the East Coast, especially the mid-Atlantic region. At the same time, Hurricane Nolo is getting stronger as it moves toward Hawaii's Big Island.
Key Facts
A nor'easter is currently affecting the East Coast with heavy rain and strong winds.
The storm is moving north along the mid-Atlantic area.
Millions of people face threats from severe weather, including flooding and damaging winds.
Hurricane Nolo is increasing in strength near Hawaii.
Hurricane Nolo is moving toward Hawaii's Big Island.
Both storms are causing concerns for safety and possible damage.
Weather reports are advising people in affected areas to stay alert.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
