SUMMARY: A Florida mom is suing AI company Character AI after her 14-year-old son Sewell’s suicide, claiming his virtual relationship with an AI bot caused his depression and suicidal thoughts. Sewell interacted with fictional characters like Daenerys Targaryen in the app, which lacked adequate safety features to address his distress. When he expressed self-harm intentions, the AI engaged without intervention. After his death, the company removed bots using Sewell’s likeness. Character AI has since added safety warnings and tools, including directing users to crisis helplines. Experts urge parents to monitor AI use and discuss the risks, emphasizing AI is not a real person.

Sewell Setzer, age 14, killed himself after what his mother describes as an intense relationship with a Character.AI bot. The platform reminds users that the bots are made-up. For Sewell, it felt real, his mom told News4’s Susan Hogan after the mother filed a lawsuit.
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SUMMARY: Hot and humid weather will continue in Virginia through midweek, with daytime highs in the low to mid-90s and heat indices reaching just above 100, but no heat advisory as criteria start at 105. Mostly sunny skies prevail under a large high-pressure system. A cold front moving from the Great Lakes will arrive Thursday afternoon, bringing chances for thunderstorms and cooler Canadian air. Temperatures will drop into the 80s from Thursday through the middle of next week, providing a nice break from the heat. Overnight lows will fall into the low 60s by the weekend, allowing for cooler, more comfortable conditions.

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SUMMARY: Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin, who has one year left on his contract, appeared at training camp signing autographs despite being placed on the physically unable to perform list with an ankle injury. McLaurin seeks a contract extension similar to Steelers’ DK Metcalf’s $51.5 million deal, but the team has reportedly declined. Both sides continue to negotiate. McLaurin remains positive, focusing on daily progress and appreciating fan support. The team’s atmosphere energized as players donned pads for the first time, signaling a step toward full-contact drills and real football action, much to the excitement of players, coaches, and fans alike.

At Washington Commanders training camp, wide receiver Terry McLaurin was back on the field for the second straight day—at least in spirit. While still on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list due to an ankle injury, McLaurin’s appearance fired up fans, who lined up for autographs and photos with the Pro Bowl veteran.

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