Tech leaders urge a pause in the ‘out-of-control’ artificial intelligence race A group of prominent computer scientists and other tech industry notables are calling for a 6-month pause to ponder the risks of powerful technology that spawned a successor to ChatGPT. Read more on NPR

Fall Out Boy on returning to the basics and making the ‘darkest party song’ Fall Out Boy’s new album, So Much (For) Stardust, is a return to some of the bands’ familiar sound and style of writing. Two of the group’s band members detail the journey they took to this moment. Read more on NPR

The Biden administration sells oil and gas leases in the Gulf of Mexico Energy companies secured access to 1.6 million acres of waters offered at auction. It’s the second time this month that the administration has opened federal territory for new fossil fuel drilling. Read more on NPR

Pope Francis has been hospitalized after having breathing trouble, the Vatican says Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni’s second statement said that hospital tests showed Francis is suffering from a respiratory infection, but they ruled out COVID. Read more on NPR

A non-invite, a mind-your-own-business response — Biden and Netanyahu tensions rise The Israeli prime minister is pushing back on U.S. warnings against his coalition taking steps that could undermine democratic norms. Read more on NPR