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Obama Condemns Racist AI Video Shared by Trump, Calls Behavior “Deeply Troubling”

Sarah Olivella February 16, 2026

Former President Barack Obama has publicly condemned a racist AI-generated video shared from the social media account of former President Donald Trump, calling the incident troubling and indicative of a broader erosion of political norms in the United States. The remarks came during a widely viewed online interview, where Obama reflected on the cultural and political implications of the controversy and the public reaction that followed. The controversy began after

Michael Jordan Wins First Daytona 500 as Team Owner in Historic NASCAR Moment

Sarah Olivella February 16, 2026

Michael Jordan has conquered basketball, built a global brand, and now added another milestone to his legacy: Daytona 500 champion. The six-time NBA title winner

NASA Crew-12 Launches to ISS Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9

Sarah Olivella February 16, 2026

Four astronauts are on their way to orbit after a predawn launch that marked the start of NASA’s Crew-12 rotation to the International Space Station.

Concerns Rise Over High-Level Access to U.S. Agricultural Payment Systems

SMGN Publishing July 10, 2025

Government team granted authority to view and edit sensitive data tied to billions in farm subsidies A staff member from the Department of Government Efficiency

Brazil Asserts Sovereignty Amid Threat of 50% Tariffs from the U.S.

SMGN Publishing July 10, 2025

Trade Dispute Deepens Following Trump’s Allegations on Bolsonaro Trial Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has issued a firm response to U.S. President Donald

James Gunn Introduces a More Human Side of Superman

SMGN Publishing July 10, 2025

The DC Studios head shares his vision for a reimagined Man of Steel Filmmaker James Gunn, known for directing the Guardians of the Galaxy series,

U.S. Commits to Strengthen Rare Earth Independence with Major Stake in California Mine

SMGN Publishing July 10, 2025

The U.S. government is taking a significant step to reshape the global supply chain of critical minerals by becoming the largest shareholder in the only

New Hope, Limited Reach: Journavx Faces Roadblocks for Chronic Pain Patients

SMGN Publishing July 10, 2025

A Safer Painkiller Remains Out of Reach for Many in Need Jerry Abrams, once an avid marathon runner in Minneapolis, never imagined a future where

State Department Warns of AI Impersonation Attempt Involving Secretary Marco Rubio

SMGN Publishing July 9, 2025

AI-generated messages target high-level officials The U.S. State Department has warned embassies and consulates about an incident involving the impersonation of Secretary of State Marco

Volunteers Continue Search for Missing Flood Victims in Texas

SMGN Publishing July 9, 2025

A Community Effort Led by a Father in Mourning In Kerr County, Texas, volunteers gather daily before sunrise in a parking lot in Kerrville to

Scientists Present Research Threatened by Budget Cuts at Capitol Event

SMGN Publishing July 9, 2025

Researchers warn of potential setbacks in health, climate, and space science A group of scientists from across the United States gathered in Washington, D.C., to

New Book Releases Explore Sports Icons, Ancient History, and the U.S. Legal and Political Systems

SMGN Publishing July 9, 2025

This week’s literary highlights offer insight, inspiration, and suspense As summer heat intensifies across many regions of the U.S., this week’s book releases provide a