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U.S. Navy faces challenge of recovering Chinese spy balloon debris in Atlantic Ocean

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2 years ago

February 9, 2023

Veronica Dudo

China demands U.S. return downed spy craft

More information is coming to light regard the Chinese spy balloon that captivated headlines around the world.

The Pentagon says China’s defence minister actually turned down a request to speak with our defence secretary Lloyd Austin III immediately after the U.S. shot down the Beijing spy craft on Saturday.

In the following days, the U.S. Navy has been working day and night to recover the debris from the crash site—even using sonar technology to map the ocean floor.

They also brought in an unmanned underwater vehicle to help locate small pieces of the airship.

The debris area is 15-football field big as the Chinese spy craft was 200 feet tall and weighed about 2,000 pounds.

Everything the Navy is collecting is being transported to an F.B.I. lab to be analysed.

China says the debris belongs to them.

In a State of the Union address, President Biden briefly referenced the incident calling it a “win.”

But critics have been quick to point out that President Biden and his administration allowed the Chinese spy balloon to enter United States air space and to continue across the country for one solid week—flying over ICBM facilities and other military installations coast to coast.

Lawmakers say the President missed an opportunity to discuss the growing China threat.

Over the past two days, the Navy had beautiful weather for the salvage operations however heading into the weekend—those conditions are expected to deteriorate which could complicate the recovery process.

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Veronica Dudo

Veronica Dudo is the U.S. Correspondent for Ticker News covering America’s biggest headlines. As an Emmy® Award nominated global journalist, Veronica has traveled across the country and around the world reporting on historical events that connect all citizens. Lauded as an award-winning international journalist, Veronica has executed stellar news coverage for NBC News, CBS News, The Hill, ME-TV Network and AOL. Her stories have highlighted a plethora of topics ranging from breaking news and politics to economic affairs across the USA, European Union, and Asia; cultural affairs; globalization; governance; education; and sustainability.

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OpenAI unveils ChatGPT agent for proactive task completion

OpenAI launches ChatGPT agent for proactive task completion on users’ behalf, available for Pro, Plus, and Team users

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1 hour ago

July 18, 2025

Ahron Young

OpenAI launches ChatGPT agent for proactive task completion on users’ behalf, available for Pro, Plus, and Team users

In Short:
– OpenAI has launched the ChatGPT agent for autonomous computer-based tasks and enhanced user capabilities.
– Pro, Plus, and Team users gain access today, with more features rolling out for Enterprise and Education users soon.

OpenAI has launched the ChatGPT agent, an innovative model capable of performing computer-based tasks autonomously.This new feature expands upon existing capabilities, allowing users to conduct research, generate reports, and interact with external data sources and applications.

Usage Examples

The ChatGPT agent can manage tasks like reviewing calendars, preparing meals, or analysing competitors. It navigates websites and prompts users for logins when necessary.

Users can halt tasks for additional instructions and must grant permission before actions are executed. The rollout begins today for Pro, Plus, and Team users, with Pro users receiving access by the end of the day and others over the next few days.

OpenAI will extend this feature to Enterprise and Education users soon. Pro users will receive 400 messages monthly, while Plus and Team users will get 40, with options for additional credits.

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The Late Show with Stephen Colbert cancelled by CBS

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to end in May 2026 amid financial concerns and speculation of political interference

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1 hour ago

July 18, 2025

Ahron Young

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to end in May 2026 amid financial concerns and speculation of political interference

In Short:
– The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will end in May 2026 due to financial reasons.
– Colbert’s show will not be replaced, despite strong viewership and Emmy nominations.

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will conclude in May 2026.CBS confirmed the cancellation is due to financial reasons, although Democratic Senator Adam Schiff suggested potential political motives behind the decision.

Future Plans

Colbert’s show will not have a replacement. CBS stated the cancellation stems from financial challenges in the late-night landscape, asserting it is unrelated to the show’s content or performance.

Reports indicate CBS’s parent, Paramount, is negotiating an $8.4 billion merger with Skydance Media, pending approval from the Federal Communications Commission. Recently, Paramount also settled a lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump regarding a CBS interview with Kamala Harris.

In response to his show’s cancellation, Colbert expressed offence and critiqued the situation on air.

Despite the cancellation, Nielsen ratings show Colbert has maintained strong viewership with over 2.4 million viewers, and his show has been nominated for another Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show.