By DAVID CRARY (Associated Press) Purim is widely depicted as the most thoroughly joyful of Jewish holidays — highlighted by celebrations that include costumes, skits, noisemakers and varying degrees of rowdiness. It celebrates the biblical story of how a plot to … Continued
By DAVID KLEPPER (Associated Press) WASHINGTON (AP) — Warnings about deepfakes and disinformation fueled by artificial intelligence. Concerns about campaigns and candidates using social media to spread lies about elections. Fears that tech companies will fail to address these issues … Continued
By SEUNG MIN KIM (Associated Press) PHOENIX (AP) — President Joe Biden on Tuesday personally appealed to Latino voters, saying they’re the reason he defeated Donald Trump in 2020 and urging them to help him do it again in November. “I need you back,” … Continued
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has appointed Anna Peterson as its new vice president of people and culture. Habitat officials say the appointment comes at a critical moment in the organization’s effort toward inclusivity and equity. Peterson previously worked at … Continued
Gophers football coach P.J. Fleck turned a question Wednesday about his name coming up in the UCLA head coaching search back to the U. “I love being at Minnesota,” Fleck said in a news conference to kick off spring practices. … Continued
ATLANTA (AP) — The judge overseeing the Georgia 2020 election interference case cleared the way Wednesday for Donald Trump and other defendants to appeal a ruling allowing Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to remain on the prosecution. Superior Court Judge Scott … Continued