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Here's What to Expect from Apple's Let Loose iPad Event: New Pros, Bigger Airs, Maybe New Chips

Compared to past years, Apple hasn’t made nearly as much money on iPads lately, but a new OLED iPad and maybe a new chip could get more people to upgrade.

Gizmodo - Technology - 2 hours ago

Tom Brady Finally Admits to His Biggest Controversy

Tom Brady was the subject of a comedy roast, and when it was his turn to make fun of his friends and colleagues — he admitted to his biggest controversy.

Newsweek - Sports - 3 hours ago

This sector ETF that won big in April is set to outperform again

The utilities sector was the only S&P 500 sector with a positive return in April, resulting in a bullish long-term momentum shift for the Utilities SPDR (XLU).

CNBC - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Everything you need to know about the Met Gala's big night

The first Monday in May is nearly upon us.

NBC News - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

PM Modi to Amit Shah... BJP biggies to turn voters on big day for saffron party

There are more over 1,300 contenders, about 120 of whom are female. Amit Shah (Gandhinagar), Jyotiraditya Scindia (Guna), Mansukh Mandaviya (Porbandar), Parshottam Rupala (Rajkot), Pralhad Joshi (Dharwad), and SP Singh Baghel (Agra) are among the prominent figures

First Post - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Van Dijk plans to stay on to aid Liverpool's 'big transition'

Liverpool: Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk expects to be part of the big transition that will take place when manager Jurgen Klopp leaves Anfield...

Peninsula Qatar - Sports - 6 hours ago

Liverpool news: Van Dijk insists he is happy ahead of 'big transition'

The latest news and gossip in brief from Liverpool...

Sky News - Sports - 6 hours ago

Despite still residing in the MLS cellar, the Revolution took a big step with their win in Chicago

The 1-0 win at the struggling Fire could prove to be a turning point in New England's disappointing MLS season so far.

Boston Globe - Sports - 8 hours ago

How to Watch Apple's Big iPad Event

Apple is expected to launch its new OLED iPad Pro and updated iPad Air plus accessories at its ‘Let Loose’ event May 7.

Gizmodo - Technology - 8 hours ago

Starship will be bigger than the Great Pyramids, Elon Musk says

The biggest rocket ever built is expected to launch later this month

Independent UK - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Everything you need to know about the 2024 Met Gala -- The biggest night in fashion returns Monday with the Metropolitan Museum of Art's annual celebrity-filled benefit.

The biggest night in fashion returns Monday with the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s annual celebrity-filled benefit.

Boston Globe - Entertainment - 10 hours ago

This week's TV: Kevin Hart's big prize, an odd 'Bodkin,' and the players who got big after 'SNL'

The Globe's upcoming fan vote for the best “Saturday Night Live” cast member ever excludes some who went on to big careers in TV, movies, and comedy, even though they didn't make much of a mark on the show.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

The $23 billion deal that shines a light on a big threat to China

The takeover of US Steel is turning into a political nightmare, and the effects could be widespread.

Sydney Morning Herald - Business - 19 hours ago

Chelsea romp to big win as WSL title race takes another turn

Ruthless display leaves door open for sensational parting gift for Emma Hayes

Evening Standard - Sports - 1 day ago

Armenia a 'big loser of war in Ukraine' thanks to Kremlin-backed Azerbaijan

Villagers feel betrayed by US and EU who encouraged deal that means they lose their homes and livelihoods

Telegraph UK - World - 1 day ago

First-half blitz sees Dublin make big statement to Meath ahead of next Sunday's Leinster SFC final

Dublin secured their third win in the TG4 Leinster SFC when they accounted for Meath in glorious sunshine in Parnell Park.

Independent.ie - Sports - 1 day ago

Jackson nets brace as Chelsea cruise to big derby win over West Ham

The Blues tore West Ham apart to move up to seventh in the table

Evening Standard - Sports - 1 day ago

Enthusiasts flock to Türkiye's biggest aerospace, tech event

The 2022 edition of Türkiye’s largest aviation, space and technology festival Teknofest opened its doors to visitors in the northern Black Sea province...

Daily Sabah - Technology - 1 day ago

Messi breaks MLS record in big Inter Miami win

Messi provided five assists as Inter Miami thrashed the New York Red Bulls

Independent UK - Sports - 1 day ago

Madonna plays biggest ever show to over a million fans in Brazil

Queen of pop joined by Anitta on stage for Vogue

Evening Standard - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Madonna plays her biggest-ever show on Rio beach

Many had staked out a spot many hours - or even days - before the gig, while others took in the spectacle from yachts or apartment balconies.

Sky News - World - 1 day ago

Brussels, my love? Champage cracked open to celebrate the Big Bang

In this edition, we zoom in on dwindling press freedom in Europe and check how Europe is doing 20 years after the big bang enlargement.

Euronews - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Football previews: Galway need a big upswing to defend title while Clare hope for home comforts

Connacht Final: Mayo have had the upper hand on their great rivals Galway since Kevin McStay took over as manager

Irish Times - Sports - 1 day ago

Wayfair's Way Day Sale Is Officially Live — Here Are the Biggest Home and Decor Deals to Shop Now

The retailer — home to Kelly Clarkson's namesake furnishings line — is hosting its famous sitewide sale from May 4 through May 6. Enjoy up to 80 percent off everything.

Hollywood Reporter - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Biden's big move on marijuana: Will voters give him credit?

The Biden administration soon will take a big step toward bringing federal policy on weed more in line with what the public says it prefers.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 2 days ago

The three big questions still unanswered on foreign interference -- The Editorial Board

We still don’t know exactly what the Prime Minister knew about China’s meddling, when he knew it and what he did about it. But we’re starting to get a clearer picture

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 3 days ago

Canada's biggest documentary festival says it's dying. Documentarians worry they're next -- Jackson Weaver -- News -- - -- Entertainment -- |

It might seem like documentaries are everywhere we look, affecting and influencing how we perceive society and the world at large. But even as audiences clamour for true stories on their screens, the documentarians making them and festivals that feature them are sounding alarm bells about the future of the format.

CBC News - Entertainment - 3 days ago

A new form of mpox that may spread more easily is found in Congo's biggest outbreak

Since January, Congo has reported more than 4,500 suspected mpox cases and nearly 300 deaths, numbers that have roughly tripled from the same period last year.

NBC News - Health - 3 days ago

Post Office lawyer accused of telling 'big fat lie' to Horizon inquiry

Jarnail Singh denies seeing evidence that counsel to the inquiry said could have stopped one of the most high profile wrongful prosecutions in its tracks.

Sky News - Business - 3 days ago

Kristi Noem's Political Career Just Took a Big Hit

America isn't buying South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's testimony on the gravity of Cricket's sins.

Newsweek - Opinion - 3 days ago

Post Office lawyer accused of 'big fat lie' -- Former senior Post Office solicitor Jarnail Singh denies knowing about Horizon bugs in 2010.

Former senior Post Office solicitor Jarnail Singh denies knowing about Horizon bugs in 2010.

BBC News - Business - 3 days ago

Over 500 baby sea turtles washed ashore in a big storm off South Africa. Here's the rescue effort

An aquarium in South Africa is stretched beyond capacity after more than 500 baby sea turtles were washed up on beaches by a rare and powerful storm and rescued by members of the public.

CTV News - Science - 3 days ago

Apple suffers 10% drop in quarterly iPhone sales to start the year, biggest drop since pandemic

Apple posted its steepest quarterly drop in iPhone sales since the pandemic, leading to declines in revenue and profit. But its shares rose 7%.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 3 days ago

Biggest ever La Jolla home sale: $35 million for Doug Manchester property

The La Jolla home on Country Club Drive had been owned by two previous owners of The San Diego Union-Tribune

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Tarik Amar: This is the biggest illusion about the Ukraine war the West refuses to acknowledge

Despite what foreign leaders and commentators say – and really seem to believe – Russia is the one setting the tempo of the conflict

Russia Today - Opinion - 4 days ago

Tom Moran Is a Big Fat Filthy Disgusting Liar review: Vulnerable exploration of a journey from self-hatred to self-fulfilment

Theatre: More than any other factor, the catharsis he is seeking onstage is an attempt to process trauma that he feels stems from an insecure attachment at home

Irish Times - Entertainment - 4 days ago

A new form of mpox that may spread more easily found in Congo's biggest outbreak

Scientists say a new form of mpox detected in a mining town in Congo might more easily spread among people.

AP News - Health - 4 days ago

Huskies, Ducks only have 1 east trip for Big Ten basketball

USC and UCLA will play two road games apiece against the Big Ten’s easternmost schools while fellow conference newcomers Oregon and Washington will make one cross-country trip each during the 2024-25

The Columbian - Sports - 4 days ago

Democrats say Big Oil misled public for decades about climate change

A new report released Tuesday details how oil companies knew the consequences of their emissions since at least the 1960s.

NBC News - Top Stories - 5 days ago

This Tecumseh, Ont., man's record collection is drawing attention from some big names in music -- Dalson Chen -- -

Sean Davidson's Instagram posts have been shared by Snoop Dogg and Kool & The Gang. The photographer started the account to share his enjoyment of his record collection.

CBC News - Entertainment - 5 days ago

Big Oil is in hot water over climate change 'deception'

A new report released by US Democrats has shown that many big oil companies have willingly misled the public about their opinions on the dangers of climate change.

Euronews - Environment - 5 days ago

DEA's big marijuana shift could be a lifeline for California's troubled pot industry

How will the DEA's decision to reclassify marijuana affect California's ailing pot industry?

Los Angeles Times - Business - 5 days ago

Newspapers accuse artificial intelligence companies of stealing content -- A newly-filed lawsuit targets two of the biggest generative AI platforms in the world, Open AI, the creators of ChatGPT and Microsoft's Copilot AI program.

A newly-filed lawsuit targets two of the biggest generative AI platforms in the world, Open AI, the creators of ChatGPT and Microsoft's Copilot AI program.

CBS News - Technology - 5 days ago

Two Big Lies Trump Is Telling on Abortion

Trump is trying to justify his “states’ rights” flip-flop on abortion. But he’s just providing more evidence that he can’t be trusted.

New York Magazine - Politics - 6 days ago

To fend off tourists, a town in Japan is building a big screen blocking the view of Mount Fuji

FUJIKAWAGUCHIKO, Japan (AP) — The town of Fujikawaguchiko has had enough of tourists. Known for a number of scenic photo spots that offer a near-perfect shot of Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji, the town on Tuesday began constructing a large black screen on a stretch of a sidewalk to block the view of the mountain.

AP News - Weird - 6 days ago

Big rigs in California are getting cleaner — but can long-range targets for trucks be met?

State and federal regulators have rolled out tighter emission rules, pushing commercial operators toward zero-emission vehicles

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Environment - 6 days ago

Visual Art -- One-night-only Tempe show brings together big names in local art

Curator Matt Dickson says, "We're trying to bring culture together under one roof to get things to pop off."

Phoenix New Times - Entertainment - 6 days ago

Meryl Streep Says She Was 'Traumatized' Watching Nicole Kidman in 'Big Little Lies' at AFI Life Achievement

Kidman received the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award in a star-studded tribute Saturday, featuring Streep, Reese Witherspoon and Morgan Freeman.

Hollywood Reporter - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Manor Lords crowned as Steam's 'biggest ever' city-building game

The game currently has more players than Stardew Valley and Fallout 4

Evening Standard - Technology - 7 days ago

Opinion: Americans might finally get a real privacy law to fight Big Tech intrusions

Congress is considering ways to protect our data at a crucial time, after Biden authorized a surveillance law and a TikTok 'ban' with a narrow focus.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 7 days ago

Cancer trends revealed, including most common types of the disease and biggest risk factors

USAFacts, a Washington-based nonprofit that compiles and reports on government data, took a deep dive into the latest cancer data to identify trends. Here are the key findings.

Fox News - Health - 7 days ago

Irish News -- 'Big men, broken hearts and tears' – GAA player killed in Australian crash was 'beautiful person', funeral told

A young GAA player killed in a car crash in Australia achieved so much in his short life, mourners heard at his funeral on Saturday.

Independent.ie - World - 8 days ago

What on Earth? -- Choosing native plants for your garden has big benefits -- News

In this week's issue of our environment newsletter, we learn how native plants help boost biodiversity in your garden, get an update on global and federal action on plastic pollution and get tips for making your wardrobe more sustainable.

CBC News - Technology - 9 days ago

Miami Heat -- Miamians Mock Celtics Fans for Leaving Early During Heat's Big Game 2 Win

Bostonians gave their Celtics an Irish goodbye as the Heat administered a spanking on the court.

Miami New Times - US News - 9 days ago

If Starship is real, we're going to need big cargo movers on the Moon and Mars

"I left SpaceX knowing the width of the Starship door."

Ars Technica - Science - 11 days ago

Opinion: America's 'big glass' dominance hangs on the fate of two powerful new telescopes

Washington acknowledged the need for an 'all-sky' view of deep space but may stint on the funding. Does this make sense?

Los Angeles Times - Science - 11 days ago

Competition watchdog seeks views on big tech AI partnerships

The Competition and Markets Authority has previously raised concerns about close partnerships between major tech and AI firms harming competition.

Evening Standard - Technology - 12 days ago

The first big-rig hydrogen fuel station in the U.S. opens in California

The Port of Oakland is home to the United States' first commercial hydrogen fuel station for big-rig trucks. It's a step on the road to cleaner trucking.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 12 days ago

Big impact: Smart mouthguards could soon help detect sports concussions earlier

World Rugby is the first sports governing body to use the devices for in-game assessments; the NFL is among those watching how it unfolds

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Health - 13 days ago

UnitedHealth Reveals Biggest Cyberattack On American Healthcare System Affecting Millions

UnitedHealth Group disclosed a major cyberattack on its Change Healthcare unit, affecting health and personal information of potentially a "significant portion" of Americans.

International Business Times - Technology - 13 days ago

World's biggest nickel producer to transfer some production to China

Russia’s Norilsk Nickel is looking to increase its presence in the Asian country due to Western sanctions, according to its CEO

Russia Today - Business - 14 days ago

A heist movie that gleefully collides with a monster movie in 'Abigail'

If you always thought your garden-variety heist movies could do with a bit more blood-sucking vampire, have we got a flick for you.

AP News - Entertainment - 15 days ago

15% Enlisted Pay Hike, Other Proposed Quality-of-Life Improvements Get Big Boost from House Lawmakers -- The Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement Act would enact most of the key recommendations from the military quality-of...

The Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement Act would enact most of the key recommendations from the military quality-of-life report released last week by a committee subpanel, including giving junior enlisted service members a 15% raise.

Military.com - Opinion - 17 days ago

The Big Burnout: Life on the Front Lines of America's Wildfires

As record-setting blazes become common and the number of skilled wildland firefighters dwindles, ProPublica spoke to those most impacted.

ProPublica - Environment - 17 days ago

Miami Heat -- Season on the Brink: Heat Blow Lead to 76ers, Near Off-Season Full of Big Changes

This is it — do or die. The Heat either seize a spot in the playoffs or limp into an offseason filled with uncertainty.

Miami New Times - US News - 18 days ago

Truckers rail against new EPA rules mandating transition to 'useless' EV big rigs

New regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency leave American truck drivers frustrated over "useless" electric vehicle trucks.

Washington Examiner - Environment - 18 days ago

The big benefits of adopting a debt-free lifestyle

In his column for CTVNews.ca, columnist Christopher Liew explains the benefits of adopting a debt-free lifestyle, as well as the change in financial mindset and sacrifices it takes.

CTV News - Business - 24 days ago

New carbon technology projects could be key to 'Big Oil' emissions cuts

The outcome of several carbon capturing and storage projects could be vital in Big Oil's race to reduce its carbon footprint.

Fox News - Business - 29 days ago

Tracking the world's biggest iceberg as it drifts towards oblivion

The A23a iceberg - more than twice the size of Greater London - is on the move, travelling along what is known as "iceberg alley" towards South Georgia.

BBC News - Science - 1 month ago

Trillions of underground bugs to emerge 'in biggest invasion in centuries'

The last time the US saw the two broods of periodical cicadas emerging at once is thought to have been back in 1803, when Thomas Jefferson was president.

Sky News - Weird - 1 month ago

Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Eli Lilly and other big pharmas are backing this San Diego biotech with $175M

Local biotech Capstan Therapeutics exceeded its fundraising goal by $50 million despite a tough venture capital environment.

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Science - 1 month ago

Our favorite budget-friendly meal kits for seniors -- Seniors looking for healthy and satisfying dinners can save big with these top budget-friendly meal kits of 2024.

Seniors looking for healthy and satisfying dinners can save big with these top budget-friendly meal kits of 2024.

CBS News - Health - 1 month ago

BIG TECH AND CENSORSHIP

News, analysis, and opinion pieces on the growing threats of censorship and socialism in society, political correctness, the rise of authoritarianism and..

Epoch Times - US News - 3 months ago

Golden Globe Winners: Oppenheimer Wins Big, Anatomy of a Fall Upsets

"Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" were upset in the Best Screenplay category by the French film "Anatomy of a Fall."

Inside Edition - Entertainment - 3 months ago

25 years after the Game Boy's heyday, how handhelds have become bigger than ever

Having never been allowed a real puppy for Christmas, a copy of Nintendogs for the Nintendo DS was the next best thing when I was a boy. Years later and handheld gaming devices have perhaps never been bigger - and not just in terms of popularity.

Sky News - Technology - 4 months ago

Doctors With Histories of Big Malpractice Settlements Work for Insurers, Deciding If They'll Pay for Care

Doctors working for health insurers can rule on 10,000 or more requests for care a year. At least a dozen were hired by major insurance companies after being disciplined by state medical boards or making multiple or outsized malpractice payments.

ProPublica - Health - 4 months ago

'Taking control of my abuse story' -- Olivia DeRamus set up an app in the wake of her sexual assault. Now she's ready to take on Big Tech.

Olivia DeRamus set up an app in the wake of her sexual assault. Now she's ready to take on Big Tech.

BBC News - Business - 5 months ago

Microsoft hires Sam Altman 3 days after OpenAI fired him as CEO -- Altman landed at Microsoft, the biggest investor in OpenAI, as former Twitch leader Emmett Shear was named OpenAI's new chief executive.

Altman landed at Microsoft, the biggest investor in OpenAI, as former Twitch leader Emmett Shear was named OpenAI's new chief executive.

CBS News - Business - 5 months ago

How Big Tech Companies Really Think About AI

We’re learning a lot from what tech companies’ lawyers argue in response to the many lawsuits they face over their voracious AI models.

New York Magazine - Technology - 6 months ago

Does This Truck Make My Shipment Look Big? How to Avoid Weight Fraud During a Military Move

"Some moving companies that have been entrusted to move household goods for military members and their families have learned to exploit vulnerabilities in the process."

Military.com - Opinion - 6 months ago

"Big Lie" Vigilantism Is on the Rise. Big Tech Is Failing to Respond.

Stolen-election activists and Trump supporters have embraced a new tactic in their campaign to unearth supposed proof of fraud in the 2020 presidential race: using social media to chase down a fictional breed of fraudster known as a “ballot mule.”

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago

Building the "Big Lie": Inside the Creation of Trump's Stolen Election Myth

Internal emails and interviews with key participants reveal for the first time the extent to which leading advocates of the rigged election theory touted evidence they knew to be disproven, disputed or dismissed as dubious.

ProPublica - Politics - 2 years ago