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1Techgreatandhra.com

What Job Apocalypse? Top AI CEOs Walk Back Doom Talk

For months, prominent AI CEOs, including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, have warned that the technology could potentially wipe out millions of jobs and lead to a white-collar employment crisis. However, these CEOs have now acknowledged that the impact of AI on jobs has been far less severe than they anticipated. The shift from "AI will kill jobs" to "AI may create jobs" has raised eyebrows across the tech world. While several companies have announced layoffs and cited automation or AI tools as part of restructuring, broader employment data does not yet show a full-blown jobs apocalypse caused by AI. The change in tone is being watched closely as companies prepare for potential public market moves.

2Worldreuters.com

Rescuers in Laos say more oxygen needed to save 7 divers trapped in cave

The seven Lao nationals who entered the cave in central Laos's Xaisomboun province last week were trapped due to a landslide triggered by heavy rain. At least five people have been found alive, but no one has yet been rescued from the cave. The rescue is urgent for more oxygen to be brought to the rescue. There are conflicting reports on the number of survivors and locations.

3Financelivemint.com

Gold, Silver prices tumble amid fresh US strikes on Iran, strong US dollar; should investors worry now?

Gold and silver prices fell in international markets on 28 May amid concerns that inflation could remain elevated longer than expected. Spot gold fell 0.8% to $4,419.60 per ounce, while US gold futures for June delivery dropped 0.7%. Silver prices also fell, with spot silver declining 1.7% to €73.34 per ounce. The biggest factor was the strengthening of the US dollar, making dollar-priced commodities like gold more expensive for holders of other currencies. The pressure increased after fresh US military strikes in Iran targeted a military site threatening American forces and commercial shipping activity near the Strait of Hormuz. Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook warned that the US central bank should keep short-term interest rates steady, but warned that tariffs, the Iran conflict, and a surge in artificial intelligence-related investments were increasing price pressures.

4Worldscmp.com

Israel declares new swathe of Lebanon ‘a combat zone’, imperilling ceasefire

Israel's military has declared a new area in southern Lebanon as a combat zone, ordering residents to move north of the Zahrani River, and threatening to act "with great force" against Lebanese armed group Hezbollah. This announcement comes after over 120 strikes hit Lebanon's south and east, despite a ceasefire announced on April 16. The Israeli military has previously ordered people below the Litani River to leave and has conducted individual evacuation orders and strikes in several towns.

5Politicseuropesays.com

How a proposed green card application policy change would disrupt lives by assuming legal immigrants are evading the law - Europe News

The US government's proposed policy change could disrupt lives of legal immigrants by assuming they are evading the law. Currently, over half a million people apply for a green card from within the United States every year, allowing them to legally live and work in the country long-term. The proposed changes would require individuals returning to their home country to apply for the status. The draft policy states that nonimmigrants who entered the US as students are expected to pursue an immigrant visa and admission from outside the US if they wish to reside permanently in the US. The change could result in significant disruption to lives of individuals who have been clearing the legal requirements of adjustment of status.

6Sportsclickorlando.com

Gerrit Cole dazzles again in his second start back, sending the Yankees past the Royals 7-0

Gerrit Cole, the Yankees' former Cy Young winner, returned from Tommy John surgery with a dominant start in his second start, sending the team to a 7-0 victory over Kansas City, marking their 14th consecutive win over the Royals. Cole allowed four hits while striking out 10 without a single walk, giving the Yankees the victory. Despite acknowledging the small sample size, Cole insisted that the team still has plenty of room to improve. Manager Aaron Boone praised Cole's efficient performance, particularly his ability to control the game. The closest scoring came in the third inning, when Michael Massey hit a one-out double, but the only two runs scored by Kansas City were scored by Cole.

7Worldlokmattimes.com

Taiwan detects 9 PLA aircraft sorties, 6 PLAN vessels around territory

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) has recorded 9 sorties of PLA aircraft and 6 PLAN vessels operating around its territory, with 9 out of 9 of these flights crossing the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entering Taiwan's central and southwestern part ADIZ. The MND also detected 10 sorties from Chinese military aircraft and seven naval vessels around its territorial waters on Wednesday. The issue of Taiwan's sovereignty and independence remains a significant point of international debate, testing the principles of sovereignty, self-determination, and non-interference in international law.

8Politicswkyt.com

Ex-CIA official charged with stealing more than $40 million in gold bars from government

Former senior CIA official, David Rush, is accused of stealing hundreds of gold bars worth over $40 million from the federal government and hiding them in his home. From November to March, Rush allegedly requested and received foreign currency and tens of millions of dollars in gold bars for work-related expenses. Federal officials seized more than 300 gold bars and $2 million in U.S. currency. The FBI found that Rush had lied about his education and military background, falsely claiming to be a Navy pilot and having served in the Navy Reserves. He is currently being held in custody pending a hearing in federal court in Alexandria, Virginia.

9Scienceyahoo.com

A Dazzling Meteor Just 'Video Bombed' a Volcanic Eruption

A rare occurrence occurred during a volcanic eruption in the Philippines, where Earth's atmosphere spat out a fiery ball of bright green light that appeared to crash into the side of Mount Mayon, one of the world's most active volcanoes. The Philippine Space Agency has identified the suspected meteor as a "suspected meteor". Local experts determined that most of the fireball likely burned up long before reaching the ground, causing massive rockslides. The fireball was captured on video and CCTV, and dashcam footage from nearby cars. The energy of the meteor was estimated at 6.8 million kilograms of gunpowder. The rare occurrence was seen as a glimpse into the volatility of our planet's past.

10Techyahoo.com

Two dead, eight injured, nine missing after Longview blast, worst in modern state history

Recovery efforts are ongoing following an implosion at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company in Longview, Washington, which resulted in the death of two people and injuries to seven employees and a firefighter. Nine more people are still missing, including nine patients at PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center. The incident is described as the worst in modern state history by Washington Governor Bob Ferguson. The tank that imploded was filled with about 550,000 gallons of white liquor, a chemical used in the production of paper. Despite concerns about potential contamination to the Columbia River, no negative health effects have been identified in the surrounding area. The Longview Fire Department has advised the public to stay away from ditches and dikes during water testing.

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