A US government official testified about a concerning conversation with Elon Musk regarding AI safety, describing it as "hair-raising. " Meanwhile, the US is dealing with a hantavirus outbreak after cruise ship passengers returned from abroad. The cost of the ongoing Iran war has risen to nearly $29 billion, according to a Pentagon official. In other news, the NFL has announced several roster moves, and the Athletics have made several changes to their team. The US is also experiencing a surge in gasoline prices, which is fueling inflation at a rate of 3. 8%. A shipping company has been charged in connection with a deadly bridge collapse, and companies are starting to receive refunds after a Supreme Court decision on tariffs.
The Iran war is having a significant impact on the US economy, with many Americans feeling the effects of rising prices. In entertainment news, Conan O'Brien has been announced as the host of the 2027 Oscars, marking his third consecutive year in the role. In other international news, Israel's government is expected to collapse over an ultra-Orthodox military draft. The US is also dealing with a number of other issues, including a potential collapse of the Iran ceasefire and a surge in household debt. A woman who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer is trying to outrun the disease with the help of breakthrough treatments. In science news, the sun has unleashed a colossal solar flare and coronal mass ejection, raising the chances of northern lights tonight.
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