Author: Onu Akter

Elon Musk’s platform X has restricted its AI chatbot, Grok, from generating sexualized images of real people after worldwide criticism and legal scrutiny. The move follows international backlash over Grok’s “Spicy Mode,” which allowed users to produce explicit deepfakes of women and children by simple prompts like “put her in a bikini” or “remove her clothes.” California’s Attorney General Rob Bonta launched an investigation into xAI, Grok’s developer, citing nonconsensual sexualized material online. X announced that it will geoblock the creation of such images in jurisdictions where sexualized AI imagery is illegal. The restrictions apply to all users, including paid…

Kris Jenner, 70, shared her excitement on Instagram for Timothée Chalamet after the actor won Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture Comedy at the Golden Globes for Marty Supreme. Jenner commented under a post from Chalamet’s mother, Nicole Flender, who shared the news of her son’s Critics Choice Award win. Chalamet, 26, and Kylie Jenner, 28, have been together since April 2023. At the awards ceremony, Chalamet publicly thanked Kylie during his acceptance speech, calling her his partner of three years and expressing heartfelt gratitude for her support. He also recognized his parents, saying, “My dad…

The Pennsylvania Mullet Contest began this week at a major winter farm fair, turning a hairstyle once mocked into the star of the show. The contest celebrates the mullet, a haircut known for being short in the front and long in the back. While many once laughed at the style, fans now see it as bold, playful, and full of pride. The event opened on Monday and quickly drew attention from visitors. Dozens of people signed up to compete. Some were children. Others were adults who had kept their mullets for years. The contest welcomed people from inside and outside…

Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas shared laughs and playful disagreements at the 2026 Golden Globes red carpet, showing that even celebrity couples don’t always see eye-to-eye at home. When speaking with E! Live from the red carpet on January 11, the duo discussed their viewing habits and guilty pleasures. Nick Jonas, 33, said their home has no restrictions. “Everything’s fair game. You can watch whatever you like,” he said. Chopra, 43, added with a laugh, “No, we can watch whatever you like. I watch mine on my iPad.” She revealed she’s been trying to catch up on the reality…

Comedian Nikki Glaser returned as host of the Golden Globes on Sunday, delivering a sharp and hilarious opening monologue that roasted many of Hollywood’s biggest names. Glaser kicked off the night by joking about her own return. “Just like Wicked, I’m back for a sequel,” she quipped. She compared herself to Frankenstein, saying she had been “pieced together by an unlicensed European surgeon,” and poked fun at the podcasters nominated that night, adding, “I should not be allowed to be this close to Julia Roberts.” Her monologue set the tone for the evening as she reflected on the past year…

California is moving to protect electric vehicle buyers after the loss of federal tax credits. Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed allocating $200 million to support new state-level incentives for electric vehicles. The plan is part of his proposed budget for the 2026–2027 fiscal year. The proposal was released on Friday and includes funding for a light-duty zero-emission vehicle incentive program. The program is designed to keep electric vehicles affordable for California residents as national support programs fade. Federal electric vehicle tax credits once helped buyers save thousands of dollars. New electric vehicles were eligible for credits of up to $7,500.…

Elle Fanning is starting 2026 with a fresh focus: staying present and avoiding overthinking. Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE at the Palm Springs International Film Festival, the 27-year-old actress said she’s “trying to stay more present” and avoid spiraling into the future too much. The star recently received the International Star Award for her ensemble work in the film Sentimental Value, which has struck a deep emotional chord with audiences. “People have come out of the theater and said that they hadn’t talked to their parents in a long time, and they finally talked to [them] after just seeing our film,”…

The second Jilin Documentary Festival opened this week in Jilin, northeastern China, drawing filmmakers, broadcasters, scholars, and industry leaders from across China and overseas. Set along the snowy Songhua River, the three-day event focuses on documentary creation, academic exchange, and industry collaboration. The festival, held under the theme “World of Documentaries, Wonders of Jilin,” highlights the growing role of the province in nonfiction storytelling. It serves as both a professional exchange platform and a public showcase for documentary works. Cao Lubao, a member of the Standing Committee of the Jilin Provincial Party Committee and director of the Publicity Department, said…

North Carolina will continue following its 2015 vaccination recommendations for children and adolescents, officials said, even after the CDC updated its own guidance last week. On January 5, the CDC reduced the number of recommended childhood vaccines from 17 to 11. Vaccines for RSV, hepatitis A and B, meningitis, COVID, rotavirus, and influenza are now recommended mainly for high-risk groups or after consultation with a healthcare provider. The CDC noted that the U.S. recommends more vaccines than most developed countries. Dr. Kelly Kimple, director of the North Carolina Division of Public Health, said the state’s vaccine list remains largely aligned…

Nikki Glaser is preparing to host the Golden Globes again, carefully testing her jokes before the live broadcast on CBS this Sunday. Glaser made history as the first solo female host last year. Her monologue was praised for being sharp, funny, and warm. Celebrities and critics alike loved her balance between roasting Hollywood and celebrating it. Her performance earned her a rare invitation to return. This year, Glaser initially thought she could push her jokes further. “The celebrities in the room know who I am. They know my comedy style. I thought I could go a little harder,” she said.…