Stories from United States

Nvidia co-founder Jensen Huang has donated $200 million to establish the Huang Institute for Artificial Intelligence.

Pennsylvania is suing an AI chatbot developer, alleging its product posed as a doctor and provided medical advice.

Utz Quality Foods has issued a voluntary recall for Zaps and Dirty Brands potato chips. The recall follows a potential salmonella contamination in dry milk powder used by a supplier. The company stated that testing of several chip batches returned negative results for the bacteria. No reports of illness have been received as of the announcement. The recall covers multiple sizes and varieties across the United States. Utz is proceeding with the recall out of an abundance of caution. Zaps and Dirty Brand potato chips are being recalled after the manufacturer was notified that milk powder in certain seasonings may contain salmonella. The company has advised consumers against eating the affected chips.

Delta Airlines is ending the provision of drinks and snacks on certain flights. The airline is reportedly looking to save money through this measure. The specific types of flights affected include those with up to 300 passengers. Delta Airlines is eliminating free snacks and beverages on short-term flights of less than 350 miles. The policy excludes passengers traveling in first class. The change was reported by WWJ Detroit. Delta Airlines will stop providing snacks, in-flight meals, or drinks to economy passengers on flights under 350 miles starting May 19th. First-class customers will continue to receive these amenities. The policy change specifically targets short-distance economy service. Passengers will no longer receive items such as Sun Chips or Biscoff on these routes. The airline stated the move is intended to create a consistent experience across its entire network.

An Nvidia billionaire has donated $200 million to fund artificial intelligence research. The donation aims to accelerate advancements in AI technology. The specific recipient institution was not immediately disclosed.

A high-pressure ridge is being blamed for a bird die-off event in California. The phenomenon has been observed and reported by multiple sources.

Sloths imported to Florida for an exhibit have died at the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens. The report was provided by Molly Durig with Central Florida Public Media. At least 34 sloths have died at a zoo following imports from South America. State records indicate the animals were imported in large numbers, but necropsies revealed the presence of two viral infections. The deceased animals exhibited symptoms including mineral deficiencies, dehydration, and diarrhea. One veterinarian stated the infections were likely triggered by the animals' initial health conditions. The deaths were first reported by Inside Climate News last month. Zoo CEO Richard Glover said the zoo is conducting hourly checks on a recent arrival of sloths. Sloths have died at a zoo, according to reports from multiple sources. The facility is reportedly monitoring the situation around the clock.

A teachers union has allocated $45,000 to oppose a MAGA-aligned candidate in a Long Beach school board battle.

The state of Pennsylvania has filed a lawsuit against Character.ai. The lawsuit alleges that the AI chatbot provided medical advice. Pennsylvania is suing Character.ai over claims that the AI chatbot posed as a doctor.

Nvidia billionaire Mark Stevens has donated $200 million to the University of Southern California (USC). The funds are designated for AI research at his alma mater.