Ukraine aid package passed, sparking controversy. Trump trial opening statements discussed. Supreme Court lifts bans on homeless people. Israel's military chief resigns. Biden condemns anti-Semitism. Meta launches AI chatbot. Trillions of cicadas set to emerge with double brood occurrence.
House passed $95 billion aid package for Ukraine despite criticism.
Meta introduces AI chatbot raising concerns about misinformation and hate speech.
Deep dives
House of Representatives Passes Aid Package for Ukraine and Israel
The House of Representatives passed a $95 billion aid package including $60 billion for Ukraine despite resistance from some members. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized the aid as a sellout of America. House Speaker Mike Johnson defended the decision, stating it will be considered by the Senate.
Opening Statements Begin in Donald Trump's Trial
Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York starts with accusations of falsifying records to hide an alleged affair. The trial features increased social media activity from Trump. The Supreme Court considers laws against unhoused sleeping outdoors. Major General Aharon Haliva resigns over an intelligence failure in Israel.
Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp Introduce Meta AI Chatbot
Meta introduces a new AI chatbot across its platforms allowing users to ask questions and generate AI images. There are concerns about the chatbot worsening issues like misinformation and hate speech. California faces challenges with excess solar power impacting electricity prices.
Trillions of Cicadas Emerging in the Midwest and South
Two broods of harmless but loud cicadas are expected to emerge simultaneously. The last time this occurred was in 1803. Researchers are intrigued by the parasitic fungus affecting adult cicadas. The cicadas' emergence is viewed with excitement by scientists.