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China's Influence Grows at COP30 Amid US Absence
China is increasing its presence and influence at the COP30 climate summit, particularly in the absence of the United States.
US President Grant Signed Amnesty Act in 1872
On this day in 1872, US President Ulysses S. Grant signed the Amnesty Act into law. This act restored full civil and political rights to all but approximately 500 pro-slavery Confederate sympathizers.
Kraken Reports Issuing $56 Million in Tax Forms
Kraken has reported issuing $56 million in tax forms, with nearly a third of these for transactions less than $1. The exchange stated it is time to fix digital asset taxes.
Enhanced Games to Debut in Las Vegas Allowing Performance Enhancers
The Enhanced Games are scheduled to begin this weekend in Las Vegas. Athletes participating in the games will be permitted to use performance-enhancing substances such as steroids, testosterone, and HGH.
US Imposes AI Skills Requirement on CyberCorps
The United States has introduced a new requirement for Artificial Intelligence skills within its CyberCorps pipeline.
US Bill Proposes Cyber Workforce Training Grants
A federal bill has been proposed in the United States to establish a grant program aimed at training the cybersecurity workforce.
Bobsled and Skeleton Combine Series
NBC News reported on the upcoming bobsled and skeleton combine series, which will test athletes' speed and power. The series is open to participants with no prior experience. Registration is open at USABobsledandSkeletonTeam.com.
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Trump Makes 4,700 Stock Trades This Year
Donald Trump has reportedly made 4,700 stock trades since the beginning of the year, averaging nearly 40 trades per day. The BBC is examining this activity, which has raised concerns about potential "grift and corruption."
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Huntsville, Alabama
The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for Huntsville, Alabama. The warning is in effect from 12:50 PM CDT until 4:00 PM CDT on May 22. KANW-2 reports strong to severe storms in far northern areas. Residents are advised to seek shelter as conditions may include damaging winds and hail.
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Anthropic Projects First Profitable Quarter
AI company Anthropic projects a profit of $560 million for the second quarter, before taxes, interest, and other potential deductions. Revenue is projected to more than double to approximately $10.9 billion in the second quarter.