Elon Musk’s xAI in New Funding Talks

The discussions follow those of rival OpenAI, which recently closed a funding round that valued it at $300 billion.

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Police and Brooklyn College Protesters Clash After Pro-Palestinian Rally

The police moved in to make arrests after demonstrators left the college grounds and gathered outside. Officers punched some students and slammed others to the ground.

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Liberals Are Cautiously Optimistic About Pope Leo XIV’s Views on LGBTQ Catholics

Pope Leo XIV has said little publicly about a place in the Catholic Church for gay and transgender people. Some thought the issue would not be key to his agenda.

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Laura Loomer Targets Trump’s Pick for Surgeon General as Kennedy Pushes Back

The selection of Dr. Casey Means drew ridicule from a Trump ally, Laura Loomer. But Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended the surgeon general nominee.

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Two Priests Reflect on Their Longtime Friend Bob, Now Pope Leo XIV

When Robert Francis Prevost walked onto the balcony, “it was as if a family member appeared.”

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How Does a Pope Choose His Name?

When selecting a name, popes often look to history and make a choice imbued with personal meaning. The decision can also signal the direction a pontificate might take.

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Peru rejoices over the new pope and claims him as their own.

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What Does Pope Leo XIV Do Now? Here’s a Look at His Upcoming Schedule.

Here’s a look at his schedule over the next few days.

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What’s in a Name? In the Case of Leo XIV, Lessons in Bridging Historical Shifts

Pope Leo XIII, who served from 1878 to 1903, led the church into the modern world, emphasizing its moral authority beyond national boundaries. He defended the rights of working people and affirmed the value of science.

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John Prevost, Pope Leo XIV’s Brother, Reflects on His Election and Values

From his home in suburban Chicago, one of the pope’s brothers described Leo as “middle of the road” but not afraid to speak his mind.

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