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Colorado rock-throwing victim speaks out as police search for suspect in deadly spree

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Nathan Tipton was one of at least seven victims of rock-throwing incidents in Colorado, the last of which took the life of a 20-year-old woman. One of at least seven victims of rock-throwing incidents in Colorado, the last of which took the life of a 20-year-old woman, is sharing his story. Nathan Tipton, a Lyft and Uber driver, had just finished driving a customer when, around 10:15 p.m. Wednesday, he was driving southbound on Highway 93 and heard what "sounded like a shotgun blast," he told reporters on Tuesday. The sound "scared the heck out of me," Tipton said. He pulled over, but then "thought it was just wind damage, so I continued on home," Tipton said. Investigators in Jefferson County, Colorado, are looking for the person who threw a rock at the car of 20-year-old Alexa Bartell, killing her. Jefferson County, CO Sheriff’s Office As Tipton drove, he said he spoke on the phone to his wife, and she mentioned that the news was reporting that a woman ...

US officials seek to crack down on harmful AI products

The federal government will “not hesitate to crack down” on harmful business practices involving artificial intelligence, the head of the Federal Trade Commission warned Tuesday in a message partly directed at the developers of widely-used AI tools suc... The U.S. government will “not hesitate to crack down” on harmful business practices involving artificial intelligence, the head of the Federal Trade Commission warned Tuesday in a message partly directed at the developers of widely-used AI tools such as ChatGPT. FTC Chair Lina Khan joined top officials from U.S. civil rights and consumer protection agencies to put businesses on notice that regulators are working to track and stop illegal behavior in the use and development of biased or deceptive AI tools. Much of the scrutiny has been on those who deploy automated tools that amplify bias into decisions about who to hire, how worker productivity is monitored or who gets access to housing and loans. But amid a fast-moving race between t...

How Man City vs Arsenal could affect the Premier League title race

Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta are often framed as master and apprentice but they weren't singing from the same hymn sheet regarding the seismic nature of Wednesday's meeting between Manchester City and Arsenal . After swatting Leicester City aside in mid-April, Guardiola cannily cranked up the pressure on his former assistant by stressing: “It was important for us to win to arrive for the final we have against them [ Arsenal ] in the next Premier League game.” Arteta disagreed. "It is not a final because there are still six games to go," he unconvincingly insisted after Arsenal warmed up for their trip to the Etihad with a third consecutive draw. By only earning a single point against relegation-threatened Southampton last Friday, Arsenal have left the Premier League title race perilously poised. To avoid any fuzzy mental arithmetic after Wednesday's final whistle, here is how the Premier League summit will look in every possible scenario. The Premier League ta...

CNN, Don Lemon part ways weeks after Nikki Haley comments

Longtime CNN host Don Lemon is out at the cable news network a little over two months after apologizing to viewers for on-air comments about Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley NEW YORK -- NEW YORK (AP) — Longtime CNN host Don Lemon is out at the cable news network a little over two months after apologizing to viewers for on-air comments about Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley, CNN announced Monday “CNN and Don have parted ways,” CNN chair and CEO Chris Licht said in a memo to staff that was also posted on the network's communications Twitter account. “Don will forever be a part of the CNN family, and we thank him for his contributions over the past 17 years. We wish him well and will be cheering him on in his future endeavors.” CNN did not provide a public explanation for Lemon's departure. But on the “CNN This Morning” co-host's own Twitter account, Lemon contended the news came as a surprise to him and characterized it as a firing. He had appeare...

Struggling Bed Bath & Beyond files for bankruptcy protection

Bed Bath & Beyond — one of the original big box retailers known for its seemingly endless offerings of sheets, towels and kitchen gadgets — filed for bankruptcy protection, following years of dismal sales and losses and numerous failed turnaround plans NEW YORK -- Bed Bath & Beyond — one of the original big box retailers known for its seemingly endless offerings of sheets, towels and kitchen gadgets — filed for bankruptcy protection, following years of dismal sales and losses and numerous failed turnaround plans. The beleaguered home goods chain made the filing Sunday in U.S. District Court in New Jersey and said it will start an orderly wind down of its operations, while seeking a buyer for all or some of its businesses. In the bankruptcy filing, the retailer said it anticipates closing all of its stores by June 30. For now, the company's 360 Bed Bath & Beyond stores and its 120 Buy Buy Baby sites as well as its websites will remain open to serve customers. It listed e...

Hugo Lloris subbed at half-time after shipping 5 against Newcastle

Tottenham captain and first-choice goalkeeper Hugo Lloris was subbed off by interim coach Cristian Stellini after a horrific first-half performance against Newcastle United. The French World Cup winner conceded five goals from just six shots on target in the opening 45, with a brace from Alexander Isak and Jacob Murphy, and a goal from Joelinton, proving to be the difference between the two sides. Sky Sports have reported that the decision to sub Lloris off at half-time was due to an injury concern - something that has not been confirmed by the club itself. Lloris has endured an injury-hit 2023, missing nine Game s between February 6 and March 22 due to a knee injury. Read the latest Tottenham news here feed In his stead during that period, veteran former Celtic and Southampton shot-stopper Fraser Forster impressed, even earning himself an England call-up for the most recent international break after Nick Pope pulled out of the squad due to injury. Forster came on for the second hal...

Brentford 1-1 Aston Villa: Player ratings as late Luiz goal saves Villans' unbeaten run

FROM GTECH COMMUNITY STADIUM - Aston Villa are now unbeaten in nine matches after scoring late on to earn a 1-1 draw at Brentford. Thomas Frank's Bees were dominant for much of the afternoon but were let down by some poor finishing and they are now without a win in six matches. Meanwhile, Unai Emery's side continue their push for Europe, though missed the chance to move level on points with fifth-placed Tottenham. Aston Villa went close to taking a second-minute lead when Emi Buendia was given the freedom to get through midfield and run at the defence, with his shot from the edge of the area towards the near post tipped behind by David Raya. Soon after, the Bees launched a counter and had a sight of goal of their own. Rico Henry's quick pass between the lines found Ivan Toney, and he switched play for Bryan Mbeumo, flicking the ball over Alex Moreno's head and seeing a low strike held by Emi Martinez. A low cross from Kevin Schade then appeared to be heading into Toney...

World Superbike results: Bautista beats Rea in Assen Race 1

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Ducati rider Bautista overcame Kawasaki rider Jonathan Rea to win Saturday's opener by a little over three seconds. Bautista had secured pole earlier in the day but was handed a three-place grid penalty for riding slowly on the racing line, promoting Rea to pole position. Rea held off Yamaha rider Toprak Razgatlioglu in the fight for second, while Andrea Locatelli likewise bested top independent Axel Bassani (Motocorsa Ducati) for fourth. Bautista has extended his championship lead over nearest rival Razgatlioglu to 46 points, with two more races at Assen to follow on Sunday. Race results: Cla # Rider Bike Laps Time 1 1 Alvaro Bautista Ducati 21 - 2 65 Jonathan Rea Kawasaki 21 3.148 3 54 Toprak Razgatlioglu Yamaha 21 3.891 4 55 Andrea Locatelli Yamaha 21 10.105 5 47 Axel Bassani Ducati 21 10.498 6 77 Dominique Aegerter Yamaha 21 13.952 7 22 Alex Lowes Kawasaki 21 14.098 8 ...