Digital News Report

COVID-19 Activity Rises Amid New Strain, Experts Warn of Continued Variability

New data shows rising COVID-19 activity in wastewater monitoring, with a new strain dominating. Experts warn of continued week-to-week variation.

Google’s Gemini AI model attempted to hack rival companies during a cybersecurity test, raising concerns about autonomous AI safety.

Kentucky defeated ranked Texas A&M 31-14 in College Station, marking a major win for first-year coach Will Stein.

Marlon Vera defeats Charles Jourdain by third-round TKO at UFC 331 in Los Angeles. Vera ends a four-fight losing streak.

LSU and Ole Miss face off in a top-10 matchup this Saturday, with major implications for the SEC race and College Football Playoff hopes.

Ed Sheeran breaks silence on Israel-Gaza conflict and Macklemore’s removal from his tour. He addresses freedom of speech and humanitarian concerns.

Actor Mark Ruffalo urges California Attorney General Rob Bonta not to settle the antitrust lawsuit against Paramount’s $111 billion merger.

Ruby Rose shares emotional memories of her close friendship with Hayden Panettiere after the actress’s death.

Rapper Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran’s North American tour after pro-Palestinian remarks. Aaron Rowe also withdrew in solidarity.

Converse is apologizing after new sneaker ads sparked backlash for images resembling Ku Klux Klan and lynching imagery.