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AI is giving bad advice to flatter its users, says new study on dangers of overly agreeable chatbots

AI is giving bad advice to flatter its users, says new study on dangers of overly agreeable chatbots

  • MATT O'BRIEN AP Technology Writer

Artificial intelligence chatbots are so prone to flattering and validating their human users that they are giving bad advice that can damage relationships and reinforce harmful behaviors, according to a new study that explores the dangers of AI telling people what they want to hear. The stud…

Trump administration and Democrats at odds over war's risk to US weapons stockpiles

Trump administration and Democrats at odds over war's risk to US weapons stockpiles

  • BEN FINLEY Associated Press

Missile defense systems are under the most strain, experts said, with interceptors in high demand in Ukraine and Israel.

State actors are behind much of the visual misinformation about the Iran war

State actors are behind much of the visual misinformation about the Iran war

  • MELISSA GOLDIN Associated Press

Pro-Iran social media accounts adopted a narrative that exaggerates the destruction and death tolls wrought by the country's military.

Military families anxious about unknowns of Iran war, proud of their service members

Military families anxious about unknowns of Iran war, proud of their service members

  • TRAVIS LOLLER and KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press

In the military-heavy communities surrounding Fort Campbell, the war in Iran is on a lot of people's minds.

Evidence suggests the deadly blast at an Iranian school was likely a US airstrike

Evidence suggests the deadly blast at an Iranian school was likely a US airstrike

  • JULIA FRANKEL and MICHAEL BIESECKER Associated Press

The Feb. 28 strike killed more than 165 people, mostly children — the highest reported civilian death toll since the war began.

White House posts 'American justice' video days after Iran school attack

White House posts 'American justice' video days after Iran school attack

  • Aljazeera - AJ+

The White House is facing criticism for posting a video montage mixing footage from the Iran war with films and cartoons.

US likely responsible for Iranian girls' school bombing, investigation says

US likely responsible for Iranian girls' school bombing, investigation says

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A tragedy at a primary school in Iran is sparking international outrage as new details emerge regarding who may be responsible. While the physical destruction is absolute, the political fallout is only just beginning. According to Reuters, a US investigation suggests the US itself was likely…

Pentagon refills arms after Iran strikes: Slow weapons output now urgent US focus

Pentagon refills arms after Iran strikes: Slow weapons output now urgent US focus

    US Pentagon focuses on replenishing arms after Iran strikes—addressing slow weapons production becomes urgent.

    Iran Missile Targeting US Jet? Viral US-Iran War Clip Real Or Fake?| Know How To Fact Check War News

    Iran Missile Targeting US Jet? Viral US-Iran War Clip Real Or Fake?| Know How To Fact Check War News

      A shocking video claiming to show Iranian missiles destroying Israeli targets and targeting a US fighter jet has gone viral across social media. The dramatic clip has triggered massive debate online, with millions questioning whether the footage is real or part of a growing wave of misinform…

      Iran war shows cracks in Trump's conservative media support

      Iran war shows cracks in Trump's conservative media support

        For Trump, some of the sharpest criticism he's faced in the early days of the Iran war has come from once-loyal media figures far more accustomed to singing his praises.

        Military families on edge amid escalations in Iran | NewsNation Live

        Military families on edge amid escalations in Iran | NewsNation Live

          For many, the war isn't just headlines — it's personal. The U.S. military currently has between 40,000 and 50,000 service members stationed across the Middle East. The war in Iran is creating at least as many anxious families hoping their loved ones will come home.

          Photos show US-Israeli strikes and Iran's response

          Photos show US-Israeli strikes and Iran's response

            The U.S. and Israel launched an attack Saturday on Iran, in photos.

            Middle East War Explodes After Israel Strikes Lebanon

            Middle East War Explodes After Israel Strikes Lebanon

              The Middle East conflict has taken a dramatic turn. Israel has launched powerful airstrikes on Lebanon after Hezbollah fired missiles and drones in retaliation for the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. Explosions rocked Beirut as families fled in fear. At the same time, Israel …

              Poll: Just one in four Americans say they back US strikes on Iran

              Poll: Just one in four Americans say they back US strikes on Iran

                Only one in four Americans approves of U.S. strikes on Iran while about half believe President Donald Trump is too willing to use military force, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.

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