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Gipson Play Plaza grand opening celebration underway
SUMMARY: The new Gipson Play Plaza at Dicks Park has officially opened, offering a massive 18.5-acre playground with slides, splash pads, picnic areas, and ADA accessibility for all ages. The world-class park features local artist Lee Chapman III’s public art, symbolizing community spirit. After 20 years of planning, the plaza promises to transform South Raleigh, attracting millions and boosting local real estate. Mayor Janet Cowell calls it a gift to Raleigh that will continue growing with more art, green spaces, and restoration efforts. Open daily sunrise to sunset, the grand opening weekend includes live performances, yoga, and food trucks.

Gipson Play Plaza, an 18.5-acre playground at Dix Park officially opened to the public Friday. Many families were there to take full advantage of the park and its opportunities.
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Congress hears of rewards, security risks of government use of AI
SUMMARY: AI experts testified before the House Oversight Committee about AI’s potential and challenges in federal use. AI can improve government efficiency, as seen in departments like Health and Human Services and Veterans Affairs. However, outdated IT systems, slow procurement processes, and data privacy risks hinder adoption. Experts urged faster, secure integration through reforms such as a White House AI council, increased R&D funding, workforce AI literacy, and global alliances. Concerns were raised over Elon Musk’s controversial use of unauthorized AI on sensitive data via DOGE, risking national security. Recommendations include using AI for automating routine tasks and creating regulatory sandboxes to safely test AI before broad deployment.
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Safeguarding personal info during graduation season
SUMMARY: Graduation season brings joyful social media posts, but oversharing can risk privacy and security. Cybersecurity expert Kimberly Simon advises tightening privacy settings so posts are visible only to friends, not the public. Avoid sharing detailed personal info like full names, school names, graduation years, or locations to prevent aiding cybercriminals. She warns against using publicly shared details, such as school names, in passwords or security questions, urging immediate changes if so. Additionally, parents should monitor and consider freezing their children’s credit to protect against identity theft, as teens are often targeted. Sharing safely is possible with these precautions.

Cybersecurity expert Kimberly Simon talks about some ways to celebrate milestones safely online.
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Combs' ex-girlfriend 'Jane' returns to witness stand
SUMMARY: Jane, the third alleged victim in Shaun Diddy Combmes’ federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, returned to the stand for her second day of testimony. She described a three-year relationship starting in 2021, marked by drugs, unwanted sex, and exploitation. Jane testified that Combmes coerced her into sex with male prostitutes, often under the influence and against her will, controlled by threats to withhold $10,000 monthly rent he paid. Emotional during questioning, she revealed feeling trapped and unable to refuse. Prosecutors emphasized details of the encounters, while the defense claims all were consensual. Combmes pleaded not guilty. The judge warned Combmes against courtroom behavior.

The hip-hop mogul is charged with sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.
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