Stories from United States

An author has filed a lawsuit against Adobe, alleging that the company used their work to train AI models without proper authorization. The lawsuit, identified as Tanzer v. Adobe, was filed with the court. The complaint details the specific allegations against Adobe Inc. The filing includes a summons returned executed. Adobe, was noted with a Clerk's Notice of Impending Reassignment.

Orb Funkee Toys have been recalled nationwide after asbestos was found in the sand component of the toys. The recall affects the Orb Funkee Monkee toy. Toys sold at a popular retail store nationwide have been recalled due to the potential presence of asbestos. The material poses a risk of serious injury or death.

A Ramsey County Deputy has been charged in connection with an undercover sting operation targeting teenagers. The details of the operation and the specific charges were not immediately released.

A federal panel of the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts has approved President Trump's plans for a 250-foot arch in Washington. The panel members were selected by President Trump and have an advisory role on design. This approval comes despite public pushback.

A man from New York who was on a hantavirus cruise ship described the Nebraska isolation center as feeling like prison. The report was shared on Mastodon.

Singer Jack Avery has spoken out after his ex-partner, Gabbie Gonzalez, was arrested and charged with attempting to hire a hitman to kill him. Avery shares a daughter with Gonzalez.

D'Anthony Chaney was convicted of first-degree murder for fatally shooting Terrence Lindsey outside a Sacramento liquor store in 2022. He faces up to 53 years to life in prison, with sentencing scheduled for July 31. The incident occurred after he lost his home in a tax auction.

AT&T has filed a lawsuit against California, seeking to block state requirements related to the old phone network. The company is asking a court and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to intervene.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) will expand its cybersecurity efforts across Arkansas with $1 million in funding from Google. This initiative aims to bolster cybersecurity capabilities within the state. The program aims to prepare professionals for the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Entries are now open for the 2026 CSO30 Australia Awards.

Dust storms in Dakota are revealing a economic problem estimated at $150 billion. The full extent and nature of this economic nightmare are not yet detailed.