Advocacy groups urge parents to avoid AI toys this holiday season

They’re cute, even cuddly, and promise learning and companionship — but artificial intelligence toys aren’t safe for kids, according to child and consumer advocacy groups urging parents not to buy them during the holiday season. These games, which are marketed to children as young as 2, are generally powered by artificial intelligence models that have … Read more

Food justice groups in East Bay intensify efforts against hunger crisis fueled by SNAP disruption

Contra Costa County, California (Crohn’s) – Thousands of families in Contra Costa County are facing food insecurity due to the interruption of SNAP benefits due to the government shutdown. Local food justice organizations, including the Food Security Collaborative, are stepping up efforts to ensure that no one goes hungry during this crisis. “We don’t want … Read more

Community groups address safety, drug activity concerns in downtown Denver

DENVER (KDVR) — Residents and business owners in parts of downtown Denver say some blocks are becoming increasingly unsafe, with crowds gathering on sidewalks and at intersections — sometimes engaging in what appears to be open drug use. FOX31 visited several of those areas, including parts of the Ballpark neighborhood and stretches of Colfax Avenue, … Read more

Ed Sheeran Groups With Arijit Singh for ‘Sapphire’ Cross-Cultural Remix

A dispute between Eros Worldwide and filmmaker Aanand L. Rai over the studio’s AI-altered re-release of the Tamil-language model of 2013 industrial hit “Raanjhanaa” has intensified, with either side providing competing narratives about inventive rights, company governance and the position of synthetic intelligence in filmmaking. In an unique assertion to Selection, Rai addressed each the … Read more

More than 100 aid groups warn of starvation in Gaza as Israeli strikes kill 29, officials say

Deir Al-Bala, Gaza Strip- More than 100 charities and human rights said on Wednesday that the Israeli blockade and the continuous military attack are pushing the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip towards hunger, as Israeli strikes killed 29 other people overnight, according to local health officials. Meanwhile, the Central Envoy in the Trump administration, Steve … Read more

Groups continue to oppose proposed Lincoln Street bridge that would celebrate Colorado's 150th

Denver (KDVR) – next year, Colorado 150 years old, and a pedestrian corridor that would connect Colorado State Capitol and CIVIC to help celebrate the teacher. The project was extracted from criticism from many groups, but others expressed support. On the project site, a series of four questions was asked: Should the project continue? If … Read more

Bucs Position Groups We’re Most Excited To Watch In Training Camp

A new Pewter Report Roundtable debuts every Tuesday on PewterReport.com. Each week, the Pewter Reporters tackle another tough Bucs question. This week’s prompt: Which position group are you most excited to watch when Bucs training camp gets underway later this month? Scott Reynolds: Training Camp Will Push Bucs OLBs To Greatness The most dangerous word … Read more

Austin rescue groups work to recover, reunite pets lost or injured in Central Texas floods

Austin – The search and rescue crews found Superman, a brown dog with ears, alone and for fear of a pile of debris, after the destroyed floods hit the hill land and other parts of the center of Texas this week. According to Austin Pets alive! , Superman died in the flood. They described the … Read more

Know your rights if contacted by ICE, activist groups urge

(Kron) – In light of the continuous implementation of the American Immigration and Customs Agency, immigration activists in the Gulf region want to know your rights if you are contacted by ICE. Activists focus on the importance of making resources ready amid the increasing disorders. The Trump administration campaign against the immigrant community fueled a … Read more