US records its first human death from bird flu

Washington (AFP) – Louisiana health authorities on Monday reported the first human death in the United States linked to bird flu, while noting the patient had underlying medical conditions and that general risks to the public remained “low.”

Homes talk and tables walk at AI dominated CES

Las Vegas (AFP) – Home appliances that do chores, cars that know your favorite cafe, and robot pets aiming to please are among artficial intelligence-infused offerings at the Consumer Electronics Show opening Tuesday.

At CES, musician and CEO of FYI. AI will.i.am launches a line of 'xboom' wireless speakers enhanced with artificial intelligence

Golden Globes ratings edge up past 10 million

Los Angeles (United States) (AFP) – The Golden Globes drew more than 10 million TV viewers to post a small audience increase from the previous year, producers said Monday, after a well-received show in which “Emilia Perez” and “The Brutalist” scored big wins.

Comedian Nikki Glaser hosted the 82nd Golden Globes

Meta Names UFC boss Dana White, a Trump ally, to board

San Francisco (AFP) – Social media giant Meta announced Monday the appointment of three new directors to its board, including Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) head Dana White, a close ally to US President-elect Donald Trump.

CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship Dana White (C) is a close ally of US President-elect Donald Trump, even speaking at his election night victory rally

Scheffler to skip La Quinta as hand heals

Los Angeles (United States) (AFP) – World number one Scottie Scheffler has withdrawn from the US PGA Tour tournament at La Quinta, California, as he continues to recover from a hand injury suffered in a Christmas cooking accident.

World number one Scottie Scheffler has withdrawn from the US PGA Tour American Express tournament as he continues to recover from a hand injury