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Syntilay, a startup, has introduced the world's first AI-designed and 3D-printed shoe, aiming to rival Crocs. Meanwhile, President Trump's AI czar questions the cost of developing AI models at DeepSeek. Additionally, Deep Robotics showcases the Lynx robot dog, showcasing impressive dance moves in various terrains. Full Article

President Donald Trump's proposal for the U.S. to "take over" Gaza and resettle Palestinians has sparked concern over the fate of remaining hostages held by Hamas, with 79 believed to be still captive. The proposal was made during a news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and has received international condemnation. While Hamas has begun talks on the release of the remaining hostages as part of a ceasefire deal, Trump's comments about relocating the...

Illinois hospitals and clinics faced uncertainty over an executive order seeking to end gender-affirming care for minors, but the Illinois attorney general, along with 14 other states, issued a statement ensuring protection for such care and vowing legal action if federal funding is halted. Hospitals like Rush and Lurie Children's in Illinois continue to provide gender-affirming care, while Howard Brown Health reassured patients of their commitment to providing these services. The attorneys general maintain that...

Todd Chrisley, a former reality star, is seeking a pardon from President Trump for himself and his wife, Julie, due to feeling they did not receive fair treatment in the criminal justice system. Todd's lawyer claims that Todd's support for Trump was met with hostility in prison, where he allegedly had his cell searched and a Pepsi poured on his bed. Todd and Julie were convicted of bank fraud and tax evasion in 2022 and...

Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is not feeling any FOMO as his former team heads to the Super Bowl against his brother's Kansas City Chiefs, despite missing out on facing him in the game. Kelce, who retired in 2024, is at peace with his decision and is happy to let his former teammates take the lead. While he acknowledges the strengths of both teams' defenses, he is nervous about the threat posed by his...

President Trump is set to sign an executive order banning biological men from competing in women's sports, with the support of advocates for fairness in women's sports. The order will be signed on National Girls and Women in Sports Day and will apply to public institutions. Trump's administration has prioritized preserving female-only sports and space, following through on promises to uphold Title IX protections based on biological sex. Full Article