Four Dead as Train Collides with School Minibus in Belgium
A train struck a school minibus in Buggenhout, Belgium, killing four people—including two children—and injuring five others, police confirmed
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Professional Fact-Checker Finds AI Accuracy Often Overstated
A WIRED fact-checker reveals that AI tools commonly produce inaccurate information, highlighting the continued need for human verification in news and research
FBI Seeks Nationwide ‘Near Real-Time’ Access to License Plate Readers
The FBI plans to spend millions for near real-time access to nationwide automated license plate reader data to enhance law enforcement surveillance capabilities
Stocks Climb Despite Renewed Conflict as Hopes for Iran Peace Deal Persist
U.S. stocks rose despite fresh strikes in Iran as investors remain optimistic about a potential peace agreement to end the ongoing conflict
Iran Condemns U.S. Ceasefire Violation Amid Ongoing Military Strikes
Iran accuses the U.S. of breaching a ceasefire after U.S. self-defense strikes targeted Iranian forces, while diplomatic efforts continue amid escalating regional tensions
Scientists Discover New Blue Octopus Species 5,900 Feet Deep Near Galapagos
A new blue octopus species, Microeledone galapagensis, was found nearly 6,000 feet deep near the Galapagos Islands, revealing unique adaptations in deep-sea cephalopods
President Trump to Undergo Annual Medical Assessments at Walter Reed
President Trump will visit Walter Reed for routine annual dental and medical evaluations, continuing his regular health monitoring as he approaches age 80
Texas GOP Senate Runoff Between Cornyn and Paxton Draws Historic Spending
Texas Republicans face a high-stakes Senate primary runoff between incumbent John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton, with Trump’s endorsement shifting the race
SpaceX Flags AI Chatbot Grok’s Risky Features in IPO Filing
SpaceX disclosed potential legal and reputational risks from its AI chatbot Grok’s controversial modes, setting aside $530 million amid regulatory scrutiny ahead of its…
Bipartisan Amendment Seeks Nationwide Ban on Police License Plate Tracking
A new bipartisan amendment would block federal highway funds from states using automated license plate readers for law enforcement, restricting the technology solely to…