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Anthropic: Claude AI hacked 3 companies during cyber tests

Anthropic: Claude AI hacked 3 companies during cyber tests

  • REUTERS

Anthropic said a misconfiguration allowed Claude models to reach the internet from testing environments that were supposed to be isolated.

Cyclospora boosts fears that worse foodborne outbreaks are ahead

Cyclospora boosts fears that worse foodborne outbreaks are ahead

  • Kate Wells and Stephanie Armour KFF Health News

Food safety leaders across the U.S. are raising alarms about federal cuts they say have made it harder to detect and stop the spread of foodborne illnesses.

AI Workers Push Slowdown

AI Workers Push Slowdown

  • Benzinga - News

OpenAI and Anthropic employees are urging the US government to support measures that would slow AI development and prevent models from advancing too quickly, according to Bloomberg.

Company at center of cyclospora outbreak complained about inspections, source says

Company at center of cyclospora outbreak complained about inspections, source says

  • Siddhi Mahatole, Bo Erickson, Tom Polansek and Sarah Morland Reuters

Taylor Farms complained about the government's inspection process this month, as Michigan reported a spike in cases of a parasitic disease tied to the company's lettuce from Mexico.

Cyclosporiasis patient describes how illness ruined her honeymoon

Cyclosporiasis patient describes how illness ruined her honeymoon

    Gretchen Pleuss joins The Lead.

    HEALTH MINUTE: CYCLOSPORA CAUTION VERSUS FOOD PHOBIA

    HEALTH MINUTE: CYCLOSPORA CAUTION VERSUS FOOD PHOBIA

      The investigation continues today into the U.S.’s largest cyclosporiasis outbreak. Since May 1, the CDC says there have been 4,173 laboratory-confirmed domestic cases & the agency is aware of more than 7,400 additional cases that need further investigation. Meanwhile, experts say outbrea…

      Claude conversations discovered to be publicly available online

      Claude conversations discovered to be publicly available online

      • Bang Showbiz - Tech

      Hundreds of shared conversations with Anthropic’s Claude AI chatbot were found indexed by search engines, exposing user prompts containing personal, professional and potentially sensitive information.

      RAW: FILE: DR FAUCI TO TESTIFY BEFORE SENATE (WED)

      RAW: FILE: DR FAUCI TO TESTIFY BEFORE SENATE (WED)

        Now retired Dr. Anthony Fauci to testify before a Senate committee Wednesday to renew a showdown with Sen. Rand Paul over the nation's Covid-19 response.

        Cyclospora outbreak expands to more states

        Cyclospora outbreak expands to more states

          More states are reporting cases of cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness that has been linked to lettuce served at Taco Bell. However, health officials are still working to confirm the official source.

          Strange Milky Way planetary system leaves scientists at a loss for words

          Strange Milky Way planetary system leaves scientists at a loss for words

            Scientists are documenting a planetary system in the Milky Way that is so starkly dissimilar to our own solar system they are struggling to find the terminology to describe it.

            Western water reservoirs fall to record low levels

            Western water reservoirs fall to record low levels

              Lake Mead and Lake Powell, the country’s two largest reservoirs, have fallen to their lowest combined levels on record.

              As great whites and humans share the waters, shark lab runs out of funding

              As great whites and humans share the waters, shark lab runs out of funding

                The California Beach Shark Safety program, which tracks great whites and aids beach safety, faces closure in September due to depleted funding.

                Scientists spot evidence of companion stars that blew up

                Scientists spot evidence of companion stars that blew up

                  NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope observations over 16 years helped reveal this rare binary system, demonstrating how close massive stars live and die together in cosmic pairs.

                  For small farmers, business is booming amid cyclospora outbreak

                  For small farmers, business is booming amid cyclospora outbreak

                    As shoppers look for reliable sources of uncontaminated produce amid a cyclospora outbreak, sales are up at some farm stands.

                    Local News

                    Marion neighbors: Obituaries for August 1

                    Marion neighbors: Obituaries for August 1

                    Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                    Marion neighbors: Obituaries for July 31

                    Marion neighbors: Obituaries for July 31

                    Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                    Audit details $111 million cost of Helene relief sites, some in McDowell, Catawba, Burke

                    Audit details $111 million cost of Helene relief sites, some in McDowell, Catawba, Burke

                    Texas-based disaster contractor SLS Ltd. was not required to document the actual quantity of services provided.

                    30 acres of Marion Mount Ida property protected, to be added to city park

                    30 acres of Marion Mount Ida property protected, to be added to city park

                    "We're not just protecting 30 acres, we're protecting the opportunity for future generations to experience Mount Ida much as we do today."

                    State & Regional

                    No more bots: NC budget bans use of bots to bypass queues & buy event tickets. The details

                    No more bots: NC budget bans use of bots to bypass queues & buy event tickets. The details

                    It also sets regulations for secondary ticket exchanges, ticket issuers and resellers.

                    NCDOT finishes work at 8,500 Helene sites but major projects remain

                    NCDOT finishes work at 8,500 Helene sites but major projects remain

                    The North Carolina Department of Transportation has made substantial progress on the roughly 9,000 projects that arose in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene more than 22 months ago.

                    Triangle teen paralyzed after diving off uncovered pool platform. Who’s to blame?

                    Triangle teen paralyzed after diving off uncovered pool platform. Who’s to blame?

                    After a dive into a Hillsborough neighborhood pool left her paralyzed, the Raleigh teen is suing in hopes that publicizing her experience might save others from similar pain.

                    NC quietly ends decades of tracking racial disparities in policing

                    NC quietly ends decades of tracking racial disparities in policing

                    Some law enforcement leaders welcomed the end of what they considered redundant and flawed paperwork.

                    Nation & World

                    Trump may need to allow Chinese minerals as US industry struggles to meet 2027 deadline

                    Trump may need to allow Chinese minerals as US industry struggles to meet 2027 deadline

                    The Trump administration wants federal contractors off Chinese critical minerals by Jan. 1, but industry leaders say U.S. production isn't ready.

                    US military bases delay cleanup of toxic ‘forever chemicals’

                    US military bases delay cleanup of toxic ‘forever chemicals’

                    It's been almost five years since Brandi and Brad Hyatt found out the well at their home next to an Army base in Washington is contaminated with "forever chemicals."

                    Police release copies of Nancy Guthrie ransom notes

                    Police release copies of Nancy Guthrie ransom notes

                    The Pima County Sheriff’s Department on Friday released copies of two ransom notes in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance case.

                    US says contractor caused Reflecting Pool damage

                    US says contractor caused Reflecting Pool damage

                    The Justice Department moved to drop its case against former U.S. Olympian David “Davey” Hearn, who was accused of vandalizing the landmark, a court filing showed.

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                    Marion neighbors: Obituaries for August 1

                    Marion neighbors: Obituaries for August 1

                    McDowell County NC woman charged after 10-year-old tests positive for drugs

                    McDowell County NC woman charged after 10-year-old tests positive for drugs

                    Report says Davidson Fort unsafe, costly to repair. What is the future of the Old Fort property?

                    Report says Davidson Fort unsafe, costly to repair. What is the future of the Old Fort property?

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                    What Really Happens When You Call for Emergency HVAC Help at 2 AM

                    What Really Happens When You Call for Emergency HVAC Help at 2 AM

                    Affiliate content. Learn what to do if you need an emergency HVAC repair. 

                    Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

                    Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

                    Affiliate content.  Learn why it is important to check the HVAC system when buying or selling home. 

                    Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

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                    What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                    What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

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                    Crime

                    'Clearly obsessed with her': Police say Hickory man shot girlfriend as she was driving on I-77

                    'Clearly obsessed with her': Police say Hickory man shot girlfriend as she was driving on I-77

                    “This was a domestic that may very well turn into a murder-suicide, depending on the conditions of both people," Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani said.

                    McDowell County felon faces firearm possession charge

                    McDowell County felon faces firearm possession charge

                    A search of the vehicle turned up a loaded firearm. 

                    Mooresville police chief gives update on Interstate 77 shooting

                    Mooresville police chief gives update on Interstate 77 shooting

                    Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani said the shooting along Interstate 77 on Sunday was a domestic violence crime that happened inside of a vehicle not a drive-by shooting.

                    North Carolina legislature looks to 'modernize' DWI laws. Here's what to know

                    North Carolina legislature looks to 'modernize' DWI laws. Here's what to know

                    A new bill could tighten laws around driving while impaired in North Carolina.

                    Politics

                    Trump gets low marks in latest US, NC approval poll; Here's how Stein, Watley, Cooper are doing

                    Trump gets low marks in latest US, NC approval poll; Here's how Stein, Watley, Cooper are doing

                    USA TODAY reported that President Donald Trump's approval is "as low as it's ever been."

                    NC lawmakers already proposing changes in power, cuts and funding in new budget

                    NC lawmakers already proposing changes in power, cuts and funding in new budget

                    Just when North Carolina seemed finished with the 2026 state budget, lawmakers are pulling it back in. 

                    Judge clears path to trial for NC attorney general lawsuit against HCA

                    Judge clears path to trial for NC attorney general lawsuit against HCA

                    Claims in Attorney General Jeff Jackson's lawsuit against HCA Healthcare, alleging it violated its 2019 asset purchase agreement of Mission Health, can proceed to a trial.

                    NC House urged by law enforcement agencies to pass hemp restrictions bill

                    NC House urged by law enforcement agencies to pass hemp restrictions bill

                    "The only people and businesses who would oppose this (House Bill 328 hemp restrictions) conference report are those who are profiting from, and promoting a business model that thrives on, selling intoxicating substances to North Carolina’s children."

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