Jeffco Public Schools has clarified that the 61 boys cited by the federal education department as being on girls’ sports rosters were actually male managers, trainers, or mascots, not athletes. The district asserts that the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights never sought clarification on these roles, leading to a factual error in their press release. Jeffco has repeatedly asked the OCR to correct this information but has been refused, while also facing pressure from the federal government regarding other district policies concerning transgender students. This situation places Jeffco in a difficult position, navigating conflicting state and federal interpretations of anti-discrimination laws.
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The United Arab Emirates has denied reports that it transferred funds to Iran. The UAE stated that no frozen funds have been released or transferred from or through the country, refuting claims made by Reuters that $10 billion to $20 billion was being unfrozen as a condition for halting Iranian attacks. Reuters, citing two sources, had previously reported that a first installment of $3 billion had already been made available.
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Misty Roberts, a former mayor of DeRidder, Louisiana, has been sentenced to 90 days in jail for statutory rape and indecent behavior with a juvenile. She was convicted earlier this year of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old boy at her home in July 2024. In addition to jail time, Roberts must register as a sex offender, pay $5,000 in fines, and undergo therapy and drug screenings post-release. The victim’s mother provided a powerful impact statement, detailing the profound harm inflicted on her son, who had half of his high school experience stolen.
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A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to reinstate exhibits and signs on subjects such as slavery and climate change, which had been removed from national parks. U.S. District Judge Angel Kelley issued a preliminary injunction, stating that the removal constituted a “sustained campaign to erase history and undermine science” and set a dangerous precedent of censorship. The administration had argued these removals were to correct a “revisionist movement” portraying the U.S. negatively, but the court found the policy lacked reasoned explanation and violated congressional mandates. The signs are to be restored within 21 days.
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The local community can expect increased police presence this evening, with extra patrols deployed to address recent concerns. This measure is intended to provide reassurance and mitigate any alarm stemming from recent events. The force acknowledges the potential impact on residents and is prioritizing visible community engagement.
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Acting on a national security directive, all foreign national access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 has been suspended, necessitating the immediate disabling of these models for all customers. The directive stems from the government’s belief in a method to bypass Fable 5’s safeguards, though Anthropic’s review found the demonstrated vulnerabilities to be minor and present in other publicly available models. Anthropic maintains its “defense in depth” strategy for Fable 5, which they believe mitigates risks to levels comparable with existing industry models, and disagrees that the disclosed narrow jailbreak warrants recalling a widely deployed commercial model.
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An EU reform of passenger rights, agreed on June 12, will prohibit airlines from charging extra fees for parents to sit next to their children under 14. While plans to reduce compensation for flight delays and cancellations were abandoned due to strong opposition from lawmakers, websites selling tickets will now be required to display prices inclusive of hand luggage. This updated regulation maintains the existing compensation system for passengers experiencing significant delays and also includes provisions against charging for minor booking corrections.
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Gene Shalit, a beloved film critic for NBC’s “TODAY” show, passed away Friday after a remarkable 100-year life. For four decades, Shalit was a fixture on the program, becoming nationally recognized for his distinctive walrus mustache, vibrant bowties, and exuberant wordplay. He began as a contributor in 1970 and became a full-time movie analyst until his retirement in 2010, charming millions with his witty reviews.
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This article details potential disruptions to an upcoming UFC fight at the White House, with AccuWeather forecasting heavy thunderstorms and lightning that could affect the outdoor event. Beyond the weather, the humid conditions and bright lights are predicted to attract swarms of insects, which in turn could draw bats. Despite concerns from fighters and commentators about the impact of these elements on the event and participant safety, UFC boss Dana White insists the show will proceed, with contingency plans in place to address potential weather delays.
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Firefighters continue to battle a massive blaze that erupted Thursday afternoon at a 1 million-square-foot Medline Industries medical supply warehouse in Tracy, California. The fire, believed to have started on the roof, spread rapidly due to high winds and high temperatures, with faulty sprinklers and low water pressure hindering suppression efforts. While no injuries were reported, the inferno sent plumes of smoke and debris into nearby communities, prompting air quality advisories due to the presence of respiratory irritants and toxic gases. Crews anticipate fighting the fire for several days, with the blaze also igniting smaller fires at neighboring facilities, including a FedEx warehouse.
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