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ChatGPT Briefly Returned a ‘Content Failed to Load’ Error for Some Users

ChatGPT Briefly Returned a ‘Content Failed to Load’ Error for Some Users

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Those who use ChatGPT to answer various questions had to turn to other sources on Wednesday. Around 4 p.m. PT, ChatGPT was returning an error for some users. As of 4:30 pm PT, the OpenAI chatbot seems to be back up and running. CNET staffers in Seattle and Sacramento, California, reported that the site took them immediately to a blank page that read, “Content failed to load.” A staff member in Los Angeles reported that they could not use the site until they logged in, and then they were able to ask a question. Staffers in the other cities weren’t able to keep the site working long enough for a login to be possible. Some users saw this error on ChatGPT.com. OpenAI/Screenshot by CNET An OpenAI representative didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment. (Disclosure: Ziff Davis, CNET’s parent company, in 2025 filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.) The website DownDetector noted a spike in error reports for OpenAI sites, mostly for …

Trump’s May 17 rally is part of 250 years of failed attempts at a Christian nation

Trump’s May 17 rally is part of 250 years of failed attempts at a Christian nation

Published by Sam Flores

(RNS) — Although not known for his piety or his deep knowledge of the Bible or matters of Christian theology, President Donald J. Trump fancies himself presiding over a religious revival, boasting that he has “done more for religion than any other president.” Last fall, as part of his Freedom 250 commission, he launched the America Prays initiative to encourage Americans to dedicate an hour a week in prayer. As part of this initiative, the commission is staging “Rededicate 250: A National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise, and Thanksgiving,” a gathering on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on Sunday (May 17), the anniversary of the date the Second Continental Congress recommended observing a “a day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer.” Prominent members of the Trump administration are slated to attend, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio (via video) and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, as well as Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. A list of speakers consists nearly exclusively of conservative, pro-Trump evangelicals. Two Catholic leaders and one rabbi are scheduled to speak, and …

Driver who failed to stop at scene of fatal e-scooter crash spared jail | UK News

Driver who failed to stop at scene of fatal e-scooter crash spared jail | UK News

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A woman who failed to stop at the scene of a crash that killed two children riding an e-scooter has been spared jail. Deimante Ziobryte, 21, who three weeks ago gave birth to a daughter, was sentenced to three months in prison, suspended for 12 months, at Basilton Magistrates’ Court. Roman Casselden, 16, and his sister, Darcie Casselden, nine, were pronounced dead at the scene in Ashlyns, Pitsea, Essex, on 1 February last year. Jasmin Akter, prosecuting, said the crash happened as the children were approaching a junction on an e-scooter and Ziobryte’s vehicle collided with them. “There’s CCTV evidence that shows the defendant stops away from the scene,” she said. Ziobryte made calls to her brother and partner but did not call emergency services or return to the scene, she added. Hulusi Ali, mitigating, said: “This was a panic-driven failure in the aftermath of a catastrophic event.” He read a letter from Ziobryte in which she said she wanted to express “my sincere remorse”. “I’ve relived the events every day and I know I …

Trump wants do-over of failed airline fantasy — at taxpayers’ expense

Trump wants do-over of failed airline fantasy — at taxpayers’ expense

Published by Sam Flores

It looks like Donald Trump is taking on yet another side gig. In addition to his day jobs running the most powerful nation on earth, overseeing his family’s fortune and serving as general contractor for the rebuilding of the White House and Washington, D.C., he is taking on yet another full-time responsibility. The president plans to take over America’s worst airline, turn it around and sell it for a profit. If there’s a more perfect illustration of the Trump era, I don’t know what it would be. Hemorrhaging cash and in bankruptcy court, Spirit Airlines is on the brink of liquidation. The nation’s largest budget airline has been struggling for years and has been forced to drastically downsize by selling planes and cutting routes. With the federal government reportedly close to stepping in with a $500 million bailout plan, Trump apparently wants to buy it outright and run it.  The president does, after all, have experience with bankrupt airlines. Nearly 40 years ago, he ran one into the ground. The president does, after all, have …

King Charles hellbent on banning world’s most popular fast food – but failed

King Charles hellbent on banning world’s most popular fast food – but failed

Published by Daniella Wilson

The King has cemented himself as a foodie with his own collection of jams and marmalades and a well-known love of fresh produce. But as an organic foods enthusiast, there’s one fast food he isn’t on board with and even once tried to ban despite being a fan-favourite worldwide.  Back in 2007, the then Prince of Wales was visiting a diabetes treatment centre in Abu Dhabi with his wife Camilla when he posed a controversial question to nutritionist Nadine Tayara: “Have you got anywhere with McDonald’s?” he said. “Have you tried getting it banned? That is the key.” After prompting a response from McDonald’s, who called the royal’s comments “disappointing”, a Clarence House spokesperson doubled down that the royal “believes very strongly in the importance of a balanced diet”.  © Anwar Hussein/WireImageCharles and Camilla during their visit to the Imperial College of London Diabetes Centre in Abu Dhabi in 2007 They continued: “The context of what he was saying was to draw attention to this very important issue, particularly the need for children to enjoy …

During Putin visit, Iran blames US for failed peace talks – POLITICO

During Putin visit, Iran blames US for failed peace talks – POLITICO

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His comments came a day after he rushed back to Islamabad to join negotiations with the U.S., while a Pakistan-mediated ceasefire in the American-Israeli war with Tehran has been in place since April 8. The move also follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision over the weekend to cancel plans to send special envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner to the talks, writing on Truth Social: “They can call us anytime they want, but you’re not going to be making any more 18 hour flights to sit around talking about nothing.” Araghchi used his visit to Russia to stress his country’s links to Moscow. “We have always maintained close consultations with Russia and have held continuous bilateral discussions on a wide range of issues,” he wrote on his Telegram channel. Source link

Have US-Iran talks failed? Why no deal yet doesn’t mean diplomacy is dead | US-Israel war on Iran News

Have US-Iran talks failed? Why no deal yet doesn’t mean diplomacy is dead | US-Israel war on Iran News

Published by Sam Flores

Tensions between the United States and Iran have reached another critical juncture. While a fragile ceasefire is holding, efforts to translate the nearly three-week truce into a permanent agreement appear to have stalled. Hopes of talks in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad, over the weekend dissipated after US President Donald Trump cancelled a visit by his envoys as both Iran and the US remain steadfast in their respective demands, especially over Tehran’s nuclear programme and control of the Strait of Hormuz. Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of list Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Monday blamed the US for the failure of the talks. “US approaches caused the previous round of negotiations, despite progress, to fail to reach its goals because of the excessive demands,” he said during a visit to Russia. Yet experts said the impasse reflects a slowdown in negotiations rather than a collapse, citing plenty of examples in history that illustrate how diplomacy is rarely linear but is often marked by deadlocks, setbacks and backdoor engagement. So where do the talks stand …

After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers : NPR

After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers : NPR

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Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., takes questions at a news conference at the Capitol on Tuesday. J. Scott Applewhite/AP hide caption toggle caption J. Scott Applewhite/AP Speaker Mike Johnson, R.-La., is forging ahead with his latest proposal to renew a key American spy power. His bill, revealed Thursday, is largely unchanged from a previous plan which failed in a series of overnight votes earlier this month. The program at center of the debate, Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), is set to expire on April 30. FISA 702 allows U.S. intelligence agencies to intercept the electronic communications of foreign nationals located outside of the United States. Some of the nearly 350,000 foreign targets whose communications are collected under the provision are in touch with Americans, whose calls, texts and emails could end up in the trove of information available to the federal government for review. For almost two decades, privacy-minded lawmakers from both parties have sought to require specific court approval before federal law enforcement can conduct a targeted review …

The assisted dying bill has failed – this is how it could still become law | Politics News

The assisted dying bill has failed – this is how it could still become law | Politics News

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The assisted dying bill officially runs out of road today. Peers will have their 16th day and final debate on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. And after that, it’s over – at least for now. Politics Hub: Follow the latest The bill would give people over 18 who are terminally ill, and in the final six months of their life, the ability to request assistance from a doctor to die. MPs passed the bill back in June 2025 – but it’s taken so long to go through the Lords that it’s now run out of time. So how did we end up here – and where could it go next? You need javascript enabled to view this content Enable javascript to share Share Protesters angry as assisted dying bill set to fail Why assisted dying failed The bill is a private members’ bill, introduced by Labour MP Kim Leadbeater after she came top in a ballot of backbench MPs wanting to introduce their own draft laws. MPs backed the bill in November …