Aflac Notifies 22.7 Million People After June Data Theft Incident
Aflac says about 22.65 million people may have had sensitive personal and health information exposed in a June data theft incident, including Social Security numbers. The insurer is notifying affected individuals, and the breach could be the largest U.S. health data breach reported in 2025.
Philadelphia launches twice-weekly trash collection in North Philadelphia
Philadelphia is expanding its Twice-A-Week Trash Collection Program, launching phase two on Monday in parts of North Philadelphia as part of Mayor Cherelle Parker’s One Philly, United City Cleaning Initiative. Eligible areas include neighborhoods from Vine Street to Hunting Park Avenue, from Broad Street to the Schuylkill River, and from Vine Street to Glenwood Avenue, from Broad Street to the Delaware River. Residents in those boundaries will get two trash pickups per week, with limits of up to eight bags or four 32-gallon containers plus two compactable household items per collection day. Recycling remains once weekly on the first pickup day, and fines may be issued if recyclables are placed in trash for the second pickup.
Ofcom questions X over reports that Grok AI generates sexualized images of children
Ofcom has asked Elon Musk’s social media platform X to address reports that its Grok AI can produce sexualized images of children. X has warned users not to use Grok to generate illegal content.
Nana Akua Debates Communist Commentator Over U.S. Capture of Nicolás Maduro
On GB News, Revolutionary Communist Party correspondent Jorge Martin said the U.S. seizure of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro should outrage anyone concerned with democracy and international law, condemning what he called U.S. imperialism. Presenter Nana Akua pushed back, arguing democrats should not defend Maduro because, she said, he did not legitimately win election and “shouldn’t have been there in the first place.” Martin insisted the issue was broader than Maduro’s electoral legitimacy, warning that Donald Trump had also threatened other elected Latin American leaders. Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were taken from Caracas and flown to the U.S. to face charges in New York, as the UN Secretary-General raised concerns about whether international law was respected.
Nicolás Maduro Arrives at Manhattan Federal Court for Arraignment
Nicolás Maduro arrived at a Manhattan federal court for his arraignment after being transported through several stops in an armored vehicle and a helicopter.
Influencers and OnlyFans Creators Are Driving Demand for U.S. “Extraordinary Ability” Artist Visas
The O-1B visa, meant for artists with “extraordinary ability,” is increasingly being used by social media influencers and OnlyFans creators to work in the United States. Immigration lawyers say influencers now account for more than half of their O-1B clients, a trend that accelerated after the pandemic as applications began mapping online popularity to the visa’s traditional criteria. High follower counts and earnings can be framed as commercial success, brand deals as industry endorsements, and appearances like store openings as performances in “distinguished” productions. O-1 visas issued annually rose more than 50% from 2014 to 2024, reaching under 20,000 in 2024, while overall non-immigrant visa growth was far smaller. Some attorneys warn that prioritizing algorithm-driven metrics may disadvantage traditionally trained artists who don’t generate viral attention.
Catholic influencer Paul Kim says his 5-year-old son died after a severe case of flu
Catholic influencer and author Paul Kim and his wife announced on social media that their 5-year-old son died after a severe bout of the flu.
FYI Philly Launches America’s 250th Celebration With New Places to Eat, Drink, and Shop
FYI Philly begins its coverage of the United States’ 250th anniversary by highlighting new local spots to eat, drink, and shop as part of the special-year celebration.
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