US President Trump has reignited discussions on federal marijuana restrictions, hinting at potential policy changes. During a recent gathering, he acknowledged the need to re-evaluate the existing regulations. This comes nearly a year after he initially suggested easing access to regulated cannabis and granting states greater autonomy. While some advisors see cannabis reform as a boost for the upcoming midterms, others caution against potential legal and moral repercussions.
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Despite India's Test dominance against England, several key players from the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy are set to miss the Asia Cup. Jasprit Bumrah is rested due to workload, while KL Rahul is overlooked despite a strong IPL. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill are committed to the Duleep Trophy, and Rishabh Pant is injured and out of contention.
Anthropic has terminated OpenAI's API access to its Claude AI models, alleging violations of terms of service. OpenAI reportedly utilized Claude's coding capabilities to aid in the development of its upcoming GPT-5 model, specifically for benchmarking and safety evaluations. This decision reflects growing tensions within the AI industry, as companies increasingly restrict competitor access to their APIs.
Shashi Tharoor has stirred debate by questioning Virat Kohli's Test retirement, deeming it premature after India's drawn series in England. He contrasted Kohli's situation with Joe Root's continued excellence, emphasising Kohli's potential impact on the recent series. Tharoor's appeal highlights Kohli's past success and leadership, igniting calls for his return to Test cricket.
Pakistan Airports Authority faced a revenue loss of approximately Rs 123 crore after closing its airspace to Indian-registered aircraft between April 24 and June 30, according to Dawn. This action, following India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, impacted numerous Indian flights daily. A similar closure in 2019 had previously cost Pakistan an estimated Rs 228 crore.
A new data collection called "Panama Playlists" has exposed the Spotify listening habits of prominent figures, including OpenAI's Sam Altman and Vice President JD Vance. The leaked data reveals playlists and listening patterns of politicians, tech leaders, and journalists. Anduril CEO Palmer Luckey confirmed the authenticity of his playlist, while Spotify declined to comment on the matter.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge claimed Jagdeep Dhankhar was forced to resign as Vice-President after he started acting independently and allowed a notice for the removal of Justice Varma. Kharge alleged that Dhankhar faced threats and pressure from the Modi government for upholding constitutional norms, leading to his ousting. Sonia Gandhi accused the BJP-RSS of dismantling the Constitution.
Tesla shareholders have filed a lawsuit accusing Elon Musk and the company of securities fraud, alleging they concealed safety risks associated with Tesla's self-driving technology, including the Robotaxi. Musk responded on X, dismissing the lawsuit as driven by opportunistic class-action lawyers. The lawsuit seeks damages for investors, claiming Tesla exaggerated autonomous driving capabilities, leading to inflated stock value.
Donald Trump's President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition includes Wayne Gretzky and Matthew Tkachuk. The Council will focus on fitness in schools. It aims to restore college athletic customs and protect women's sports. Matthew Tkachuk impressed the White House during the Florida Panthers' visit. He will help shape fitness programs for kids.
Speculation intensifies around Connor McDavid's future as contract talks stall with the Edmonton Oilers. Amidst swirling rumors, the Boston Bruins have emerged as a potential suitor. Bruins insiders boldly predict a Stanley Cup victory if McDavid joins their ranks, deeming him a 'cheat code' akin to LeBron James in his prime.