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An unsealed lawsuit by the state of New York alleges that TikTok conducted experiments on thousands of users, including children and teenagers, providing them with a non-functioning placebo version of the Algo Refresh safety tool. While users believed they had activated a feature to refresh recommendations and avoid unwanted or potentially harmful content, their feeds remained unchanged. Internal documents cited in the lawsuit indicate that company employees raised ethical concerns about utilizing placebo groups for transparency features. The legal filing builds upon wider scrutiny regarding algorithm design, user safety, and the protection of minors on social media platforms.

Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson returned to practice on a limited basis on Wednesday following a one-game absence due to an ankle injury that kept him out of the team's victory over the Miami Dolphins. While Jefferson aims to play in his home state of Louisiana against the New Orleans Saints this Sunday, fellow wide receiver Jordan Addison was forced to sit out practice due to a hamstring issue described by head coach Kevin O'Connell as minor soreness. The Vikings' injury report also noted that left tackle Christian Darrisaw and cornerback Chuck Demmings did not participate, while running back Aaron Jones and right tackle Brian O'Neill were limited. The team continues to navigate these early-season roster adjustments as they prepare for their upcoming road matchup.

The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA has raised serious aviation safety concerns regarding President Donald Trump’s proposed 250-foot triumphal arch near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Union President Sara Nelson stated Wednesday that the structure threatens congested final approach flight paths and compounds unaddressed hazards following a deadly January 2025 crash over the Potomac River. Nelson also criticized plans to equip the memorial as a military complex capable of hosting drones, missiles, and snipers. The proposal has drawn widespread opposition from veterans and members of Congress citing historic sightline violations. While the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts granted early project approval, a federal lawsuit filed by veterans and an architectural historian argues the monumental construction requires explicit congressional authorization.