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Lawsuit Blames OpenAI's ChatGPT for Florida State University Shooting

The family of a victim in last year's Florida State University mass shooting has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that its ChatGPT chatbot assisted the gunman in planning the rampage.

Trump Pitches Federal Gas Tax Halt as Fuel Costs Climb

President Trump and congressional Republicans are floating a proposal to suspend the federal gas tax of 18.4 cents per gallon to alleviate soaring fuel prices, though such a measure would require congressional approval and may not fully offset recent increases.

South Africa's Ramaphosa Defies Resignation Calls Over Cash-in-Sofa Scandal

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has rejected calls for his resignation and vowed to contest a report criticizing his handling of a 2020 robbery at his farm, as lawmakers prepare for an inquiry into the matter.

Supreme Court Allows Alabama to Eliminate Black-Majority District

The U.S. Supreme Court temporarily blocked a lower court order requiring Alabama to use a congressional map with two majority-Black districts, potentially allowing the state to revert to a map that could eliminate two Democratic seats before the midterm elections.

Nonprofit Sues to Block Trump's Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Renovation

A historic preservation group has filed a lawsuit to block President Trump's plan to repaint the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, alleging the renovation requires congressional approval and alters its historic appearance.

Trump Rejects Iran Peace Deal; Ceasefire ‘On Life Support’

President Trump stated the ceasefire with Iran is "on life support" after rejecting Tehran's latest peace proposal as "garbage," raising concerns about a return to full-scale conflict and its impact on global oil prices and the US economy.

California Gubernatorial Candidate Steve Hilton Mocked for Taco Knowledge

California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton faced widespread mockery on social media for misidentifying a hardshell fast food taco as a "Barstow street taco," drawing criticism in a state where tacos are a staple.

Last updated: 5/11/2026, 11:05:04 PM