As AI headshots surge, photographers fight to keep authenticity in focus
It’s the new job search shortcut: upload a few selfies, press a button and let artificial intelligence create a professional headshot. For many people, this beats booking a costly photo session and waiting for edited proofs. In a time when the job market is tight, people are using AI to save time and money on […]
Undocumented immigrant accused of putting bounty on ICE agents via TikTok; Rubio gave up informants for El Salvador deal
In this Media Miss Minute, an undocumented immigrant is accused of using TikTok to put bounties on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Also, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is accused of ratting out confidential informants to seal a deal with El Salvador’s president. Media Miss by the left: Texas immigrant accused of using TikTok […]
Japan elects Sanae Takaichi as first female prime minister
Japan’s parliament elected Sanae Takaichi as the country’s first female prime minister on Tuesday, with 237 votes in the Lower House and a runoff win in the Upper House after a new coalition with the Japan Innovation Party. Her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) partnered with the Osaka-based Japan Innovation Party (JIP), ensuring her selection despite […]
‘Stop filming, or I will shoot’: Ethiopian journalists targeted in Tigray turmoil
Nairobi, October 21, 2025—Almost three years after Ethiopia’s civil war ended, Tigray remains tense and dangerous for journalists, who have been shot at, detained, raided, and swept up in a local power struggle that could trigger renewed conflict. Ethiopian foreign minister Gedion Timothewos warned the United Nations this month that in the northern state of […]
Murder trial begins for former deputy charged in Sonya Massey’s killing
Jury selection is underway in Illinois for a former sheriff’s deputy accused of shooting and killing Sonya Massey, 36, after she called police for a possible prowler. The former deputy, Sean Grayson, is facing multiple charges, including first-degree murder and official misconduct, in a case that led to a new state law. Grayson is charged […]
Appeals court allows Trump admin to deploy National Guard to Portland
A federal appeals court ruled on Monday that the Trump administration can deploy National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals said the administration would likely succeed on its appeal of an order that blocked the deployment. The ruling grants the White House’s motion to stay the lower court’s order blocking […]
Billboard-famous Houston attorney trades partner for pun-worthy name
A pun is at the center of a legal battle over a Houston law firm’s trademark rights. The legal dispute has prompted a name change for the firm formerly known as Pusch & Nguyen after a judge issued a temporary injunction against Chi-Hung David Nguyen, Anthony Pusch’s former partner. But the rebrand to “Pusch & […]
Former New York prison guard convicted in death of restrained inmate
An ex-prison guard in New York was found guilty of killing a restrained inmate, while two others were cleared of any criminal responsibility, according to reports. Former guard David Kingsley was convicted of murder and manslaughter in the death of inmate Robert Brooks, CNY Central News reported. Mathew Galliher and Nicholas Kieffer were found not […]
No Kings posters, Trump’s AI video and America’s waning civility
Last weekend’s protests, and subsequent reactions, have some asking whether civility in American politics is on life support. It comes at a time where millions of Americans continue to protest President Donald Trump and his administration. Weekend protests Seven million people took to streets nationwide over the weekend to protest as part of “No Kings” […]
