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Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity
In a sweeping manifesto, Pope Leo called for robust regulation of AI and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit.
Home prices dip in half of OC. How did your ZIP do?
In March 2026, prices increased in the past year in 43 and decreased in 43.
Wall Street catches up to the gains made by other markets around the world the day before
The U.S. stock market is rising as it catches up after President Donald Trump said negotiations were “proceeding nicely” with Iran.
Oil giant BP ousts chairman over ‘conduct’
BP has ousted its chairman over what it called serious concerns related to “important governance standards, oversight and conduct.”
Cornyn tries to hold on to Texas Senate seat in runoff with Paxton, the latest test of Trump’s power
By THOMAS BEAUMONT and JESSE BEDAYN PLANO, Texas (AP) — Texans are choosing a Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in Tuesday’s runoff election, bringing to a close the extended, bitter…
Israeli strike on village in eastern Lebanon kills 12, as Israel calls up more troops there
A deadly Israeli airstrike follows Benjamin Netanyahu's authorization of more intensive strikes targeting Hezbollah across Lebanon.
Sonny Rollins, saxophonist and restless genius of jazz, dead at 95
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95, his spokesperson said.
Russia maintains attacks on Ukraine as Kyiv warned to brace for possible major barrage
Russia launched over 100 drones and two ballistic missiles at Ukraine overnight. Russia warned foreign citizens and diplomats to leave Kyiv.
US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites
The U.S. military said it carried out “self-defense” strikes in southern Iran, including on missile launch sites and boats placing mines.
Trump will see doctors for his annual physical. What the public finds out is up to him
President Donald Trump is scheduled to get his annual physical on Tuesday, putting his health back under public scrutiny.