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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Russia, China, and Iran's Digital Election Muddle

There's a rising concern about foreign meddling in the upcoming US presidential election, with Russia, China, and Iran supposedly ramping up their efforts. Microsoft's threat intelligence team has flagged these countries for their coordinated moves to influence public opinion and potentially disrupt

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Oct 25 2024TECHNOLOGY

US Spy Agencies Get New AI Rules to Balance Power and Safety

The White House has rolled out new guidelines for U. S. national security and intelligence agencies on how to use artificial intelligence (AI). These rules aim to tap into AI's potential while keeping risks in check. The goal is to ensure these agencies can access the latest AI tech without misusing

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Oct 25 2024TECHNOLOGY

AI: Biden's Plan to Keep U. S. Ahead

President Biden has a plan to keep the U. S. ahead in the AI race. He wants AI to be safe and trustworthy, and to boost national security. He's worried that if used wrong, AI could threaten our country, help authoritarian governments, and weaken democratic rules. Biden compares AI to big tech breakt

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Intruders in the Sky: NATO Jets Scramble After Mystery Objects

A mysterious air object swooped over NATO land in Romania. It zipped across the border from Ukraine and headed west, watched by Romanian radars. Two Romanian F-16s roared into action but couldn't spot the intruder. It vanished just north of Tulcea, near Ukraine’s port of Izmail. This isn’t the first

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Trump's Blunt View on Immigration: The US as a Garbage Can

At a recent rally in Arizona, former President Donald Trump made some bold statements about immigration. He said the US is like a "garbage can" for the world, meaning that people from other countries are coming here and bringing problems with them. Trump was really mad about the current government's

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Why the UN Needs Fresh Faces: A Call for Security Council Changes

The United Nations Security Council was created a long time ago, in 1945. Back then, the world was very different. But the Security Council hasn't changed much since then. It's time for a makeover! The Security Council has five permanent members: the United States, the United Kingdom, France, China

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Election Security: Kansas City Tightens Polling Place Protections

Election Day is just around the corner, and Kansas City is ensuring that voters feel safe. Over the past few years, election officials have faced threats and harassment. Shawn Kieffer, a director with the Kansas City Board of Election Commissioners, recalls an incident earlier this year where a vote

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Foreign Meddling in US Elections: What to Watch For

As the 2024 US election heats up, it seems that attempts to sway voters from abroad are also intensifying. Microsoft's latest report highlights how Russia, China, and Iran are busy trying to manipulate public opinion. Russia is particularly focusing on creating fake videos to tarnish Vice President

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Oct 23 2024CRIME

Safety Boost in Kansas City: New Cameras and Lights Hit the Streets

In Kansas City, Missouri, the scene is changing. The city has been adding new security cameras and lights throughout the downtown area, especially in the Crossroads neighborhood. The aim? To make Kansas City safer. Mayor Quinton Lucas announced this move recently, highlighting how these upgrades wil

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Oct 23 2024TECHNOLOGY

AI in Satellite Production: A Cautious Leap

Companies are taking baby steps when it comes to using artificial intelligence (AI) in satellite manufacturing. Blue Canyon Technologies, for instance, is keen on understanding how AI can boost production without compromising cybersecurity. "Where does your data go when you're teaching an AI system?

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