Stories from United States

OpenAI was established approximately a decade ago as a nonprofit research lab intended to develop artificial intelligence for the benefit of humanity. He also claimed to have taught the team everything he knows. Musk expressed support for establishing a for-profit company to raise capital because he wanted to maintain control. Musk noted his controlling stake would have been diluted over time, but other founders opposed his control, leading to his departure. Elon Musk testified that Sam Altman and Greg Brockman engaged in unjust enrichment and fraud by breaking promises to keep OpenAI a non-profit. Musk indicated he would desire control over such a structure. The comments follow his previous claims regarding his foundational role in the company, including recruiting staff and providing initial funding. Elon Musk is expected to continue testifying as his side concludes questioning.

A US court is reviewing the temporary protected status of Haitian refugees.

A 26-year-old defendant, Talley, failed to appear in court after his ankle monitor stopped working. Prosecutors previously objected to his pre-trial release, citing a long history of violence and criminal convictions. Judge John Light Jr.

Musk also mentioned a positive development scenario, comparing it to the "Star Trek" universe. Elon Musk's attorney attempted to present him as an individual concerned about dangerous rogue AI for several years during his testimony. Musk is expected to be cross-examined by Sam Altman's legal team. His financial advisor is also expected to take the stand later today or next week. Elon Musk testified yesterday that he was willing to establish a for-profit company to raise money for OpenAI, provided he maintained control to ensure alignment with the nonprofit mission. Musk stated on the stand that his controlling stake would have been diluted over time, but other founders opposed his control, leading to his departure. Musk is expected to undergo cross-examination once the current round of questioning concludes. The trial is currently underway and is projected to last three to four weeks.

Carl Wilson is declaring victory in a special election for a city council district on Manhattan's west side. Wilson held a commanding lead over opponent Lindsey Boylan in election night tallies. Boylan, who received Mayor Mabdonni's endorsement, conceded after polls closed. The results will now proceed to ranked choice counting, which could take another week to finalize. Boylan conceded the race after polls closed following Mayor Mamdani's endorsement. The final count is not yet complete because no candidate secured more than 50% of the vote. With approximately 99% of ballots counted, Wilson holds about 43% of the vote. His main opponent, Lindsay Boylan, conceded defeat following the results. Election officials are not expected to formally declare a winner until next week.

A survey from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows one in three US adults is not sleeping enough. The survey indicates many adults are sleeping less than seven hours each night. Insufficient sleep is linked to lethargy, increased accident risk, and higher risks of diabetes, depression, and stroke. Dr. James Rowley provided commentary on the health implications. James Rowley, a sleep specialist at Rush University in Chicago, noted that patients often use devices like cell phones or laptops in bed. He suggested that time spent 'doom scrolling' could be redirected toward sleeping. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new data regarding sleep quantity and quality for American adults. Approximately 30% of adults report sleeping less than 7 hours on average.

A defense budget of $1.55 trillion is being discussed in Congress. The discussion is taking place in Los Angeles. The budget figure being discussed is 1.550 trillion dollars. The US Defense Secretary informed members of Congress about a temporary or permanent halt to operations. This briefing occurred in the same region where a letter was sent regarding the matter. Hearings have been held in the United States with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin regarding the startup of operations. The discussion is ongoing, with allies in Europe, including the Netherlands, participating. A risk identified is the ability to produce necessary items, with production not easily initiated.

Reports from the United States indicate that one of Donald Trump's sons made a fortune from a cryptocurrency scheme. Original investors in the scheme appear to have lost money, according to the report.

Research from the University of Texas at El Paso shows a surge in Valley Fever cases. The increase is attributed to extreme weather conditions and dust activity in the region.

A total of 15 prisoners remain held at Guantanamo Bay out of approximately 780 individuals detained there since 2002. Three of these 15 prisoners may be eligible for deportation to other countries under specific conditions. The current Trump administration is reportedly using the facility for deportations. Journalists have faced restrictions on accessing certain areas of the base, being limited to speaking only with a press spokesperson. Seven men are currently awaiting trial, while the United States maintains that others pose too high a risk to be released. Approximately 15 prisoners remain at the Guantanamo Bay detention facility out of an original population of about 780. Observers were unable to inspect the specific conditions under which these prisoners are being held.