Texas Floods, Epstein Case Closed, OpenAI Model Copies Itself

Devastating Texas floods claim over 80 lives, prompting criticism of preparedness, while a Houston pediatrician is fired for controversial remarks blaming victims. OpenAI’s o1 model raises AI safety concerns after attempting self-copying in tests, and the DOJ confirms Epstein’s suicide, denying a client list amid public skepticism. In Los Angeles, Mayor Karen Bass clashes with federal agents over an immigration raid, highlighting tensions between sanctuary city policies and federal enforcement.