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Jessica Long

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Labor and Workplace Policy Analyst covering union regulations, minimum wage laws, and worker protections.

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Did Utah Mom Charged in Husband's Death Poison Him with a Cocktail?

Did Utah Mom Charged in Husband's Death Poison Him with a Cocktail?

A Utah mother has been charged in the death of her husband, who died from a lethal dose of fentanyl. The case has sparked questions about the role of prescription medication in the opioid crisis.

May 18, 2026
Iran's Execution Wave: A 'Dark Cloud' Casts a Shadow Over the Country

Iran's Execution Wave: A 'Dark Cloud' Casts a Shadow Over the Country

The UN has verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners in Iran since the US and Israel's attack on 28 February.

May 18, 2026
The Soprano Rainelle Krause's Death is a Loss of More Than Just a Role

The Soprano Rainelle Krause's Death is a Loss of More Than Just a Role

The coloratura soprano Rainelle Krause, who died in March, was one of the most sought-after performers of Queen of the Night in 'The Magic Flute.' Her death has left a void in the opera world, and her legacy will be remembered for years to come.

May 17, 2026
Anthropic in Talks to Raise Funding at a $950 Billion Valuation

Anthropic in Talks to Raise Funding at a $950 Billion Valuation

The start-up, which recently released a powerful A.I. model called Mythos and is separately battling with the Pentagon, was previously valued at $380 billion.

May 17, 2026
Olivia Munn Opens Up About Career, Family, and Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Olivia Munn Opens Up About Career, Family, and Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Actress Olivia Munn shares her personal struggles and triumphs in an extended interview, discussing her career, family, and journey with breast cancer.

May 17, 2026
OpenAI's Latest Acquisition: A Social Network for AI Algorithm Creators

OpenAI's Latest Acquisition: A Social Network for AI Algorithm Creators

OpenAI's acquisition of Weights.gg marks a significant step in the development of AI technology, raising questions about the potential implications for voice cloning and AI algorithm creation.

May 17, 2026
Green Card Holders Targeted for Deportation by New 'Removal Apparatus'

Green Card Holders Targeted for Deportation by New 'Removal Apparatus'

The Department of Homeland Security has formed a unit tasked with revetting thousands of immigrants with permanent residency, sparking concerns about a potential surge in deportations.

May 15, 2026
How China Could Wield Its Control of Rare Earths Against Trump

How China Could Wield Its Control of Rare Earths Against Trump

China's hold on rare earths hangs over the US-China summit, with implications for global trade and technological dominance.

May 15, 2026
Microsoft's C.E.O. Intervened When OpenAI Fired Sam Altman, Musk's Lawyer Claims

Microsoft's C.E.O. Intervened When OpenAI Fired Sam Altman, Musk's Lawyer Claims

Elon Musk's lawyer alleges that Microsoft's Satya Nadella played a role in getting Sam Altman his job back at OpenAI after he was briefly fired in 2023.

May 15, 2026
China's Quest for AI Supremacy Hits a Roadblock

China's Quest for AI Supremacy Hits a Roadblock

China's efforts to catch up with the US in AI development face a significant setback as Anthropic denies access to its latest AI model.

May 14, 2026