Apple has announced an update to the iOS17 system to address complaints of its recently released iPhone 15 lineup becoming uncomfortably hot. The company is blaming a software bug and other issues tied to popular apps such as Instagram and Uber for the issue, and is working with app developers to make changes to prevent the phones from overheating. An update to the operating system is expected to be released soon to fix the glitch.
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The Supreme Court rejected an appeal from John Eastman, former legal adviser to Donald Trump, who sought to shield his emails from investigators of the Jan. 6 Capitol assault. Justice Clarence Thomas, who had previously shown support for Trump's legal arguments, recused himself from the case, though the reason for his recusal is unclear. Eastman had served as a law clerk to the justice, and emails obtained by the House panel showed that Ginni Thomas, the justice's wife, corresponded with the conservative lawyer.
Tom Hanks has warned his fans about a video circulating online that uses artificial intelligence to falsely give the impression he is involved with a dental plan. AI and deepfake technology have the potential to revolutionize the creative industries, but Hanks is reminding his fans to be aware of the potential for misuse. He is set to be "de-aged" by an AI-fueled tool in the upcoming film "Here," which is becoming increasingly popular in the entertainment industry.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has appointed Laphonza Butler, the president of EMILY's List, to fill the late Senator Dianne Feinstein's seat. Butler will be the first openly LGBTQ person to represent California in the Senate and the third Black woman to ever serve in the chamber. She is expected to be sworn-in to the seat on Wednesday by Vice President Kamala Harris and will serve until the next senator is elected in the November 2024 election.
A tragic incident occurred in Alberta's Banff National Park on Friday night when a grizzly bear attacked and killed two people and their dog. Parks Canada received an alert from a GPS device indicating a bear attack and the bear was killed. Parks Canada is reminding visitors to take necessary precautions when travelling in bear country, such as carrying bear spray and making noise.
A homeowner in Buford, Georgia was robbed by a renter he had found through a room-sharing app. The renter was armed and bound the homeowner's hands and feet before fleeing with his wallet. Airbnb, the company that facilitated the rental, is working with local law enforcement to investigate the incident and has offered the homeowner their full support. The incident has raised questions about the safety of using room-sharing apps, and Airbnb has committed to providing a safe and secure platform for their users.
Key takeaways: The Justice Department is investigating Donald Trump for allegedly hoarding classified documents and covering it up, and for allegedly conspiring to seize power…
Former President Donald Trump is set to make a rare, voluntary court appearance on Monday in New York City for the start of a civil trial in a lawsuit brought by the New York Attorney General's office. The $250 million lawsuit alleges fraud in Trump's business dealings, and the outcome of the trial could have widespread implications for his businesses. Trump has expressed his displeasure with the lawsuit and is likely to base his defense on his own version of the facts.