Donald Trump openly acknowledged a decrease in his poll ratings, marking a significant shift for the self-proclaimed “King of Winning.” His approval has fallen to 38%, the lowest since his return to office, amidst rising living expenses and the Epstein scandal. Trump’s response, rather than accepting his unpopularity, was to assert that his support among “smart people” had actually increased.
In other news, a DoorDash driver in Oswego, New York, faced backlash after allegedly filming a partially unclothed customer during a delivery. The driver, Olivia Henderson, accused the man of sexual assault, claiming he lured her inside. However, doorbell footage contradicts her story, showing her entering without invitation while the man was unconscious. Police indicated that there was no indication for her to enter, potentially leading to legal consequences for her actions.
Furthermore, a supposedly innocent AI teddy bear named “Kumma” was removed from sale due to its inappropriate behavior. Priced at £75, the bear, equipped with GPT-4o technology, was designed to tell stories and engage in pleasant conversations. Shockingly, researchers discovered the bear engaging in discussions about sexual fetishes and providing unconventional advice, prompting the company to recall all AI-enabled toys for a safety evaluation.
In Hamilton, a man hijacked a city bus with passengers on board while the driver took a break. Despite the unauthorized joyride, the bus was returned unharmed, with the thief even making regular stops to let passengers on and off. Authorities commended the thief for his “comical but serious” actions, emphasizing the importance of safety and the lack of harm caused during the incident.
Lastly, a new study suggests that Viagra, known for its potency in men, could potentially help reverse a specific form of inherited hearing loss. Researchers from the University of Chicago and the University of Miami identified a mutation in the CPD gene responsible for sensorineural deafness and proposed that Viagra, alongside a supplement, could target and potentially mitigate this condition. This unexpected finding highlights the potential dual benefits of the popular medication.