Stories from United States

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) will expand its cybersecurity initiatives across Arkansas. Google has provided $1 million in funding for this initiative.

The Colorado Rockies have placed outfielder Mickey Moniak on the injured list. Sterlin Thompson has been called up to the major league roster to fill his spot.

Two attorneys were shot outside the Wake County Courthouse in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. A woman has been charged with attempted murder in connection with the incident.

Five men were arrested in Burbank on suspicion of vandalism for graffiti found under the 5 Freeway. The specific details of the graffiti and the charges filed are not yet available.

A franchisee has filed a lawsuit against Pizza Hut, alleging issues with the company's kitchen artificial intelligence system.

A town council member in Bandera, Texas, has proposed a complete ban on cellular and GPS devices. The proposal stems from a dispute over AI and a town vote to reject AI-powered services.

The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Lubbock, Texas, effective until 8:00 PM CDT on May 22. A separate severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Amarillo, Texas, effective until 8:45 PM CDT. Severe thunderstorm warnings are in effect for parts of Texas. The warning is in effect until 6:15 p.m. A special weather statement was also issued for Peachtree City, Georgia. MDT for Albuquerque, New Mexico, and until 7:00 p.m. Another warning was issued for Grand Junction, Colorado, until 8:00 PM MDT on May 29. These warnings indicate the potential for dangerous weather conditions, including heavy rain, strong winds, and possible hail. The statement was issued on May 28 at 7:44 PM PDT. Another special weather statement was issued by NWS Pendleton OR at the same time.

The United States has approved a $108 million sale of Hawk missile components to Ukraine. The sale aims to bolster Ukraine's air defense capabilities. This sale is part of ongoing military support for Ukraine. This approval comes as Ukraine continues to seek military aid amid the ongoing conflict. The specific number of missiles and delivery timeline were not disclosed. The components will be used to upgrade existing Hawk missile systems.

An Embraer 175 aircraft diverted to Austin, Texas, with air traffic control requesting fire trucks as a precautionary measure. The message was logged at 00:18 UTC. An Embraer 175 aircraft, flight RPA5747 operated by REPUBLICAIRLINES, diverted from its IND-BOS route.

A Korean War veteran, killed in action in 1950, was laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death. The burial took place 72 years after his initial passing.