A continuing September resolution imposed a hiring freeze on the SSA last month, meaning the agency's staffing levels could reach a 50-year low as they offer Social Security services to a record number of recipients.
A nanny accused of violently abusing a two-day-old baby in California fled to China after being caught on camera, sparking outrage and calls for justice.
Elon Musk became the wealthiest person in history, with his net worth surpassing $400 billion (£313.47 billion) after SpaceX executed an insider share sale at a $350 billion (£275 billion) valuation.
Haliey Welch's team behind the HAWK token netted millions by manipulating lock-in periods for early investors and failing to give away tokens promised to her fans.
Suchir Balaji, an ex-OpenAI researcher turned whistleblower, tragically died by suicide, leaving behind a legacy of ethical concerns about AI development.