Lawsuit blames ChatGPT maker OpenAI for helping plan Florida university shooting
Move comes after authorities disclosed that ChatGPT gave information to the shooter about what time and location would maximise victims
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Lawsuit blames ChatGPT maker OpenAI for helping plan Florida university shooting
Move comes after authorities disclosed that ChatGPT gave information to the shooter about what time and location would maximise victims
· Associated Press
Supreme Court temporarily extends access to abortion pill mifepristone
Boxes of the drug mifepristone sit on a shelf at the West Alabama Women’s Center in Tuscaloosa, Ala., March 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Allen G. Breed, File)
· Mark Sherman
Law to come down hard on vehicles with illegal modification, excessive noise
The Police yesterday said legal action will be taken against vehicles fitted with dangerous modifications and excessively noisy exhaust systems.
· damith
Can a Sangha Court cleanse the Sasana - DailyNews
Recently, following a very tragic incident within the Sangha society, it appears that certain parties are attempting to “fish in troubled waters.” A few monks have been arrested on allegations of committing serious offenses under the common law. Since legal proceedings are currently underway, we are not in a positi…
· damith
Foreign cyber criminals arrested in Galle
Fifty-five foreigners involved in an illegal money-making scam on the internet were arrested yesterday at a lodge in Dodanduwa.
· damith
Remembering Gerandi-Ella bus accident victims
A multi-religious commemoration was held yesterday at the Gerandi-Ella area in Kotmale to mark the first-year anniversary of the fatal SLTB bus accident in which 24 passengers were killed.
· damith
Owners must be vigilant of racketeers when renting out property – Police
The Police yesterday urged property owners to exercise vigilance when renting or leasing houses, apartments, commercial buildings, and other premises, as such properties may be misused for fraudulent and criminal activities.
· damith
Two held for smuggling Kendu leaves in Kalpitiya
The Navy took hold of 622kg of Kendu leaves and arrested two suspects during a search operation conducted in the Alankuda area of Kalpitiya on Sunday (10).
· damith
IRS may owe millions of taxpayers COVID tax refunds — here’s how to check your eligibility
Tens of millions of Americans may be eligible for pandemic-era tax refunds – and even though the issue is still playing out in court, the deadline to file for relief is fast-approaching.
· Taylor Herzlich
Tampa police arrest 22 youths after wild ‘teen takover’ at public park erupts into violence
Florida authorities arrested nearly two dozen individuals after yet another viral teen takeover turned chaotic over the weekend.
· Fox News
‘Marshals’ Episode 11 Recap: The Storm Of History
The weather has turned. The bomb cyclone from last episode of Marshals has become what Kayce Dutton calls a “man-killer,” and he would know. Because here in Part Two, Kayce, Pete Calvin, and Neil Lamb, the escaped federal prisoner/former Yellowstone ranch hand, are caught all the way in it. As they trudge through sn…
· Johnny Loftus
What happens if you get sick on a cruise ship
Hantavirus, the rat-borne virus that has killed three cruise passengers and is suspected of infecting several others holidaying aboard MV Hondius, has raised fresh fears about what happens when you get ill on a ship.
· Jane Archer
War on ‘kill cars’: NSW to raise jail time for gang arson
Torching vehicles used in serious crimes, firebombing businesses and recruiting children to engage in criminal activity will receive harsher prison sentences as part of a suite of reforms to be introduced by the NSW government to curb a wave of gang violence.
· Max Maddison
Gang violence in Haiti forces hundreds to flee as armed men clash
Children stand next to police officers during a visit from World Food Programme advisor Princess Sarah Zeid of Jordan at a shelter for families displaced by gang violence in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Monday, April 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Odelyn Joseph)
· Evens Sanon
Venezuela's acting president defends territory and rejects Trump's 51st state remarks
Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez waves after bidding farewell to U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright following their meeting at Miraflores Palace in Caracas, Venezuela, Feb. 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Ariana Cubillos, File)
· Molly Quell
Rescue workers battle South Florida wildfires in the Everglades
This May 10, 2026 image provided by Pembroke Pines Police Department shows smoke from wildfires burning across thousands of acres in the Florida Everglades. (Pembroke Pines Police Department via AP)
Philippine senator flees ICC arrest over role in Duterte’s drug war
A senator from the Philippines has taken refuge inside the country’s parliament after the International Criminal Court unsealed an arrest warrant regarding his role in the Philippines’ deadly drug war.
· Heba Habib
Bolivia’s Evo Morales held in contempt after missing court in trafficking trial
The ex-president is accused of having a relationship with a teenager and having a child with her in 2016 while he was in office
· Reuters
Bolivia’s Evo Morales held in contempt after missing court in trafficking trial
The ex-president is accused of having a relationship with a teenager and having a child with her in 2016 while he was in office
· Reuters
Hundreds of millions seized in raid in northern Israel
The National Economic Crimes Unit, part of Lahav 433 – The National Crime Unit, Border Police officers, and the administrator-general's forfeiture unit jointly conducted a raid that involved the search and detention of 14 suspects from northern Israel, the Israel Police confirmed on Monday.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Six Flags Magic Mountain on lockdown as armored police trucks roll in
Cops have locked down Six Flags Magic Mountain after reports of a bomb threat.
· Zain Khan
Twist in case of 19-year-old Long Beach girl crushed to death by distracted driver in front of mom
A Long Beach driver is now facing criminal charges months after authorities say his distracted driving killed a 19-year-old woman as she walked through a strip mall parking lot with her mother.
· Nina Joudeh
Pro-Palestine camp to take place at site of Jewish WWII deportations
Hamburg Administrative Court allowed a pro-Palestinian protest camp to take place at the site of WWII Jewish deportations, despite outrage from the local Jewish community.
· MATHILDA HELLER
Influencer ‘Chud the Builder’ arrested after allegedly skipping out on $400-restaurant bill — because staff asked him to stop streaming
A self-described “free speech patriot” and social media influencer known for posting confrontational racist videos and harassing strangers in public was arrested in Nashville on Friday night after refusing to stop live-streaming at an upscale steakhouse, causing a disturbance, and walking out on the check.
· Kyra Breslin
Female student, 19, stabbed to death in off-campus University of Washington housing
A 19-year-old University of Washington student was found stabbed to death in the laundry room of an off-campus apartment building — and police are frantically searching for the killer who “should be considered armed and dangerous.”
· Patrick Reilly
Economists warn of downturn as US businesses face rising costs
Motorbikes drive past a billboard showing the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in the U.S. and Israel strikes on Feb. 28, in downtown Tehran, Iran, Wednesday, May 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi, File)
· Wyatte Grantham Philips
Starmer arson attacks accused did not intend to endanger life, court hears
A Ukrainian man accused of an arson attack on the prime minister's house said he was forced to start the fire and did not intend to endanger anyone's life, the Old Bailey has heard.
· Olga Malchevska
6 found dead in cargo train carriage at rail depot in Texas border town, police say
Laredo, Texas is a busy land port of entry for trade on the US-Mexico border and a common connection for the illegal movement of people
· Associated Press
6 found dead in cargo train carriage at rail depot in Texas border town, police say
Laredo, Texas is a busy land port of entry for trade on the US-Mexico border and a common connection for the illegal movement of people
· Associated Press
John Oliver on Trump’s use of supreme court shadow dockets: ‘his go-to method to get his way’
The host makes a case for court reform as the US president bypasses traditional legal processes for emergency rulings
· Guardian staff
Woman arrested for allegedly attacking London Jewish school boy
A woman was arrested in London on Sunday for attacking a London Jewish school boy, according to North and East London Shomrim and The Metropolitan Police.
· MICHAEL STARR
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella takes stand in Musk v. Altman trial
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella took the stand to testify in the Musk v. Altman trial in federal court in Oakland, California, on Monday.
· Ashley Capoot
ICC confirms arrest warrant issued for Duterte ally
Supporters of Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, the chief enforcer of former President Rodrigo Duterte's deadly "war on drugs," hold a protest as Dela Rosa is placed under the protective custody of the Senate in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines, on Monday. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Police intensify efforts to prevent 'termite gang' burglaries
Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.
· Rjay Zuriaga Castor
Thailand's ex-PM Thaksin released from prison
BANGKOK — Thailand's former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra was released early from prison on Monday, raising the prospect of a return to the spotlight for the political heavyweight.
· Agence France-Presse
Kemi Seba tells South African court he fears for his life if returned to Benin
Firebrand anti‑Western activist Kemi Seba, wanted in Benin over an alleged foiled coup plot, told a Pretoria court he risks being killed if deported, as he sought release on bail after his arrest for overstaying his South African visa.
· AfricaNews
Four Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza
The Palestinian health ministry said four Palestinians have been killed since Monday morning across Gaza, with their bodies arriving at hospitals across the strip.
· Middleeasteye
NYC man stabs neighbor in the chest after broomstick brawl: officials
Police cuffed a 27-year-old man on Saturday for stabbing a man who lived in the same building as him in Brooklyn after the two got into a heated argument, according to a criminal complaint and neighbors.
· David DeTurris
Aw Man! ‘Marshals’ Kills Off (*SPOILER!*) In Heartbreaking Twist
Garrett showed up on Marshals at just the right time. Played with quiet Southern charm by Riley Green, a country singer by trade and first-time actor, Garrett walked off a bus in Episode 8 with a guitar case and bad memories, dating from his time in the SEALs with Kayce Dutton and Pete Calvin. Garrett was a walking,…
· Johnny Loftus
How Palestine Action defendants ended up back in prison
The families and lawyers of four Palestine Action defendants found guilty on criminal damage charges have condemned the “cruel” decision to immediately send them back to prison pending sentencing.
· Middleeasteye
10 Rent-Tangay cars seized by HPG, returned to owners
MANILA, Philippines — At least ten motor vehicles stolen using the Rent-Tangay scheme were recovered by the Highway Patrol Group (HPG) of the Philippine National Police (PNP) in the provinces of Laguna and Batangas.
· The Manila Times
Jerusalem man arrested over alleged threat against Itamar Ben-Gvir
A Jerusalem man in his 60s was arrested after a complaint was filed over alleged threats to harm National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel Police said on Sunday.
· SHIR PERETS
Sydney woman charged for abuse of Jewish girls' netball team
A Sydney woman was charged Sunday for allegedly hurling antisemitic abuse at a Jewish team during a Saturday girls’ netball game, according to the New South Wales Police and Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ), Alex Ryvchin.
· MICHAEL STARR
Two Palestinians killed by Israeli army fire in Gaza
Two Palestinians were killed by Israeli army fire in Gaza on Monday afternoon, Wafa reported.
· Middleeasteye
ICC unseals arrest warrant for a prominent Philippine senator
Policemen check the gun recovered from one of two unidentified drug suspects after they were shot dead by police while trying to evade a checkpoint in Quezon city, north of Manila, Philippines, Sept. 6, 2016. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila, File)
· Mike Corder
Israeli soldiers sentenced to military prison for desecrating Christian statues in southern Lebanon
An Israeli soldier who was photographed desecrating a statue of the Virgin Mary in southern Lebanon has reportedly been sentenced to 21 days of military prison, according to Israeli media. The soldier who photographed him was sentenced to 14 days.
· Middleeasteye
The crazy way Chinese divorcee hooked up with Bucks owner Wesley Edens — before allegedly blackmailing him
The toxic tryst between a Chinese divorcee and the billionaire Milwaukee Bucks owner allegedly began when she slid into his DMs on LinkedIn, according to court documents.
· Anthony Blair
OpenAI is sued over ChatGPT's alleged role helping plan a mass shooting
The OpenAI logo is seen on a mobile phone in front of a computer screen which displays the ChatGPT home Screen, March 17, 2023, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)
· Jeff Martin