All the world’s a robot-staging ground for tech entrepreneurs building ‘physical AI’
Experts are shifting focus to world models that teach AI systems how to understand space, time and physical environments.
Federal agents excavate California rescue after 700 animals vanish
Humboldt County officials are excavating a Fortuna animal rescue after receiving reports of potential large-scale animal cruelty and fraud.
5 Orange County restaurants to watch fireworks on July 4th
From rooftop lounges to lakeside spots, these restaurants offer prime views of the Independence Day fireworks.
In visit to Capitol, Jessie Diggins and other Olympians push for climate change solutions
Olympian Jessie Diggins and the Protect Our Winters coalition met with lawmakers to advocate for stronger EPA climate and pollution regulations.
Santiago Canyon College student rewrites her story with a high school diploma
Laura Moncada was the Continuing Education Exemplary High School Graduate speaker at this year’s commencement on June 5.
How Americans are feeling about the country’s 250th anniversary, according to new polls
An AP-NORC poll finds that about 4 in 10 US adults feel “proud” of America 250, but many Americans also feel “indifferent” or “conflicted."
Lebanese on the edge of Israel’s occupation live with fear and rising tensions
Lebanese living on the edge of Israel's self-styled security zone in southern Lebanon are struggling in the shadow of military occupation.
Vatican begins 5-year restoration of Raphael Loggia, used by popes and presidents
The Vatican Museums have launched a five-year, $5.5 million project to clean and restore the historic, Renaissance-era Raphael Loggia.
Philippine devotees honor St. John the Baptist with a mud-covered display of faith
Hundreds of Philippine devotees covered in mud and banana leaves observe the Taong Putik festival, honoring St. John the Baptist through vows.
These traditionalist Catholics are defying Pope Leo XIV, and embracing their outsider status
A breakaway traditionalist group plans to consecrate four new bishops in Switzerland, defying the Pope and risking automatic excommunication.