New California Law Imposes Steeper Fines for Diverting Water During Droughts

Supporters say AB 460’s tougher penalties, up to $10,000 a day, will discourage water theft. A California law imposing steeper fines for water rights holders who commit minor violations and illegally divert water out of river systems during a drought has recently been approved by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Officially signed into law on Sept. 22,

Biden Advocates for Stronger UN Amid Ongoing Wars in Israel, Ukraine

The president defended his foreign policy approaches in his U.N. speech and called for unity to address global challenges. World leaders gathered in New York City on Tuesday for the U.N. General Assembly, where President Joe Biden delivered his keynote address, which also served as his farewell speech to the international community as U.S. president.

China, Iran, Russia Using AI to Influence US Elections, Intelligence Community Warns

Foreign adversaries are escalating efforts as the 2024 election approaches, says a report from the national intelligence chief. Foreign powers are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to influence how Americans vote, according to a new intelligence report released just 45 days ahead of the 2024 presidential election. The Office of the Director of National Intelligence