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Most Americans think AI is doing more harm than good in schoolsExternal Link
Most American adults think artificial intelligence is going to do more harm than good in education, according to this month’s NBC News Decision Desk Poll powered by SurveyMonkey.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:00:41 GMT
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Canada poised to become European Union's first 'associate member'External Link
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told the European Parliament in France that he is interested in making his country the first "associate member" of the E.U. It comes as Canada and western Europe's relationship with the U.S. has become strained in recent months. NBC News' Matt Bodner explains the benefits of the new alliance.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:53:17 GMT
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New wild cat species is identified for first time in 100 years, researchers sayExternal Link
Researchers say they’ve identified a new species of wild cat previously unknown to science. The Tilcayo tiger cat is smaller than a typical house cat and lives in the Bolivian cloud forest.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:01:52 GMT
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What Does the Interest Rate Hike Mean for American Consumers?External Link
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time since 2023 on Wednesday in a move aimed at slowing inflation. NBC’s Brian Cheung joins TODAY to break down how the 0.25% hike will impact credit cards, mortgages and the cost of food and gas.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:22:03 GMT
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Texas college quarterback apologizes for comments about violent AI videoExternal Link
 Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning apologized for referencing an AI video showing his coach slapping ESPN sideline reporter Holly Rowe. “In my press conference yesterday, I made an insensitive comment about an AI video. There is nothing funny about it,” Manning wrote.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:34:28 GMT
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