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AI technology may be able to generate our mind’s images

Researchers are developing artificial intelligence technology they say could generate the very images in our brains. NBC News’ Jacob Ward shares more on the extraordinary research and the concerns about what mind reading technology could mean for the future.
AI technology may be able to generate our mind’s images
AI technology may be able to generate our mind’s images

Gwyneth Paltrow testifies a 2016 ski accident that injured a man wasn't her fault

She has been accused of causing an incident at Utah’s Deer Valley Resort in 2016 that left a man seriously injured.
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow takes the stand during her trial on March 24, 2023, in Park City, Utah.
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow takes the stand during her trial on March 24, 2023, in Park City, Utah.

Third grader gives Bessie Coleman presentation to FAA after school project was vetoed

Nine-year-old Alexandra Williams chose Bessie Coleman, the first African American woman to earn a pilot’s license in the U.S., for a school assignment on heroes, but her teacher wasn’t supportive of the choice. Alexandra’s mother, who works at the FAA, pushed back and gave her a special experience at the agency’s headquarters. NBC News’ Yamiche Alcindor shares more.
Third grader gives Bessie Coleman presentation to FAA after school project was vetoed
Third grader gives Bessie Coleman presentation to FAA after school project was vetoed

Passport renewals backlogged due to post-pandemic travel surge

The State Department is reporting an unprecedented 500,000 passport renewal applications each week due to a post-pandemic surge of Americans looking to travel internationally. NBC News’ Tom Costello shares more on the backlog.
Passport renewals backlogged due to post-pandemic travel surge
Passport renewals backlogged due to post-pandemic travel surge

Gwyneth Paltrow testifies in ski accident lawsuit

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow testified today in a civil suit against her regarding a ski accident at a Utah ski resort in 2016. NBC News’ Kaylee Hartung has more details on the trial.
Gwyneth Paltrow testifies in ski accident lawsuit
Gwyneth Paltrow testifies in ski accident lawsuit

California ends some water limits after storms ease drought

Most of California is no longer in drought, but water shortage concerns remain for some areas of the state.
Image: California Gov. Gavin Newsom talks during a news conference from a farm in Dunnigan, Calif., on March 24, 2023.
Image: California Gov. Gavin Newsom talks during a news conference from a farm in Dunnigan, Calif., on March 24, 2023.
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Nuclear power plant leaks 400,000 gallons of radioactive water

While Xcel Energy reported the leak of water containing tritium to state and federal authorities in late November, the spill had not been made public before Thursday.
Cooling towers at Xcel Energy's Nuclear Generating Plant in Monticello, Minn.
Cooling towers at Xcel Energy's Nuclear Generating Plant in Monticello, Minn.
19h ago

Minnesota man charged after his wife is fatally stabbed during Bible study session

Vincent Castillo’s sister told officers that she hosts a Bible study for relatives at her home on Tuesdays.
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Child found locked in a dog cage in a Philadelphia home, police say

The parents, Michelle Campbell, 30, and Paul Weber, 31, were both arrested and charged with endangering the welfare of a child and recklessly endangering a person, according to police.
Philadelphia Police Department officers outside the house.
Philadelphia Police Department officers outside the house.
19h ago

University of Memphis basketball player charged with assaulting opponent

Tiger Jamirah Shutes appeared to punch Elissa Brett in the face during team handshakes after Bowling Green State University beat Memphis 73-60.
Jamirah Shutes during a game in Columbia, S.C.
Jamirah Shutes during a game in Columbia, S.C.
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Ft. Hood to officially drop its Confederate name and become Ft. Cavazos 

On May 9, the base will adopt the name of Gen. Richard Cavazos, a highly decorated war veteran and first Latino four-star general.
The welcome sign at the main gate of Fort Hood
The welcome sign at the main gate of Fort Hood