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Lando Norris wins thrilling British Grand Prix in the rain to cut Oscar Piastri's F1 lead

Lando Norris survived an incident-packed race in the rain to win Formula 1’s British Grand Prix on Sunday and cut the gap to his teammate and title rival Oscar Piastri.

Lancaster Online - Top Stories - 50 minutes ago

Fifa cuts ticket price for Chelsea's Club World Cup semi-final as sparse crowds plague tournament

Chelsea to face Brazilian side Fluminense in last four, PSG to play Real Madrid

Irish Times - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

South Korea prosecutors file request to detain former President Yoon

The former president is facing criminal trial on insurrection charges over martial law declaration, punishable by death or life in prison

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

South Korea prosecutors want ex-president Yoon in jail once more

The request is tied to allegations of abuse of power and obstruction of justice, the office of the special counsel said in a statement. Yoon’s legal team argued that prosecutors have not provided credible evidence to support the charges

First Post - World - 4 hours ago

NIH budget cuts threaten the future of biomedical research — and the young scientists behind it

NIH budget cuts are threatening key medical research programs, shrinking training grants, and leaving young researchers facing career uncertainty.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Microsoft shuts down Pakistan office, lays off staff -- m read

The move is part of Microsoft’s global layoffs as it pivots to AI

Gulf News - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

FIFA cuts ticket price to $13.40 for Club World Cup semifinal between Chelsea and Fluminense

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — FIFA cut standard ticket prices for the semifinal between Chelsea and Fluminense at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Tuesday to $13.40 from $473.90 …

Bay to Bay News - Sports - 13 hours ago

Trump signs his tax and spending cut bill at the White House July 4 picnic -- July 4, 2025

Bill signing, which is being celebrated by Republicans and derided by Democrats, took place amid pomp and circumstance marking the U.S. national holiday

The Globe and Mail - World - 16 hours ago

Trump signs historic bill that cements 2017 tax cuts, boosts border security

President Donald Trump signs $3.3 trillion tax bill that extends 2017 tax cuts, raises debt limit by $5 trillion, rescinds Biden green energy credits, and adds Medicaid work requirements.

Fox News - Business - 22 hours ago

DOGE Issues Fourth of July Cuts Update

President Donald Trump created the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) with the aim of slashing wasted government spending.

Newsweek - US News - 1 day ago

Rural Nebraska Hospital Shuts Down Over 'Anticipated Cuts to Medicaid' Hours Before 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Passes

A small town clinic in southwest Nebraska will close its doors after more than three decades, citing financial strain and looming federal cuts to Medicaid.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

WA State Parks says budget cuts won't undermine visitor access or services this summer -- Free

Though Washington State Parks, like other parts of state government, did not make it through this year’s legislative session with its budget unscathed, park visitors shouldn’t notice any staffing or s

The Columbian - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump Signs Republican Tax and Spending Cut Bill at White House July 4th Picnic

Against odds that at times seemed improbable, the president achieved his goal of celebrating a historic — and divisive — legislative victory in time for the nation's birthday, which also was his self-imposed deadline for Congress to send the legislation to his desk.

Hollywood Reporter - Politics - 1 day ago

Social Security Administration sends misleading email lauding Trump's new tax cuts law

The emails say nearly 9 in 10 Social Security beneficiaries won't pay income taxes on their benefits in the future. But the Trump tax law did not directly address Social Security.

NBC News - Politics - 1 day ago

Trump signs his tax and spending cut bill at the White House July 4 picnic -- Trump achieved his goal of celebrating a historic — and divisive — legislative victory in time for the nation's birthday.

Against odds that at times seemed improbable, Trump achieved his goal of celebrating a historic — and divisive — legislative victory in time for the nation’s birthday.

Boston Globe - Politics - 1 day ago

Trump signs big tax cut and spending bill into law in July Fourth ceremony

The president's sweeping domestic policy achievement extends his expiring 2017 tax cuts, but could cause millions in the U.S. to lose their health coverage and food aid over the next decade.

NBC News - Politics - 1 day ago

Jan. 6 federal prosecutor fired by Pam Bondi quotes Theodore Roosevelt in passionate farewell letter

The email came amid the continued targeting of career Justice Department and FBI officials disfavored by the Trump administration.

NBC News - Politics - 1 day ago

Aid cuts create starvation crisis in Nigeria as food supplies run out

Exclusive: Huge cuts to international aid – alongside intensifying conflict and the devastating impact of climate change – are creating a humanitarian crisis across Nigeria and its neighbours. Now, the UN’s food charity has warned that supplies of food are set to run out next month. Nick Ferris reports

Independent UK - World - 1 day ago

Microsoft executive says laid off staff should use AI to help cope with emotional loss

A senior Microsoft executive says those losing their jobs should use AI to cope better with their emotional loss.

Independent.ie - Business - 2 days ago

GOP slammed for celebrating Medicaid cuts and children going hungry

Republicans gave thumbs up and danced in the House as they celebrated stripping health insurance from millions of fellow Americans.

Independent UK - US News - 2 days ago

WA State Parks says budget cuts won't undermine visitor access or services this summer

Though Washington State Parks, like other parts of state government, did not make it through this year’s legislative session with its budget unscathed, park visitors shouldn’t notice any staffing or s

The Columbian - Sports - 2 days ago

Replacing Americans: Microsoft Applies for 6,000 H-1B Visas as It Lays Off 9,000 Employees

Tech giant Microsoft has applied for up to 6,000 H-1B visas to bring in foreign workers while simultaneously cutting 9,000 jobs.

Breitbart - Technology - 2 days ago

Top Russian Oil Executive Dies in Moscow Window Fall

His body was found at the bottom of a house along Rublevskoye Highway.

Newsweek - World - 2 days ago

Channel crossing migrants should face prosecution if child dies – Home Secretary

Yvette Cooper appeared to suggest that getting on an overcrowded boat could result in prosecution.

Evening Standard - Politics - 2 days ago

Man to be executed by nitrogen gas for shooting store clerk in head

Proponents say nitrogen gas executions are painless, while critics say it amounts to torture

Independent UK - US News - 2 days ago

Middle class parents are the winners in third-level fee cut. That's why Fine Gael don't want to touch it

They may earn a lot, but they also pay a lot of tax and their offspring don’t qualify for a grant that covers their student contribution

Irish Times - Opinion - 2 days ago

Medicaid, food aid recipients worry about safety net cuts in bill sent to Trump

The nation's social safety net would face massive changes under a bill headed to President Trump's desk.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Microsoft layoffs hit 830 workers in home state of Washington

The 830 Microsoft employees who lost their jobs in Washington included cloud solution architects, game designers and lawyers.

CNBC - Technology - 2 days ago

Trump's 'big, beautiful' tax cuts head to signing as Congress clears bill

US President Donald Trump will sign his sweeping tax-cut and spending bill on Friday at 5pm ET , after a narrow Congress win, a major agenda boost that hands big breaks to corporations and the...

International The News - World - 2 days ago

What's in Trump's big bill that passed Congress and will soon become law -- At nearly 900 pages, the legislation is a sprawling collection of tax breaks, spending cuts, and other Republican priorities, including new money for national defense and deportations.

At nearly 900 pages, the legislation is a sprawling collection of tax breaks, spending cuts, and other Republican priorities, including new money for national defense and deportations.

Boston Globe - Business - 2 days ago

How the Prosecution Blew Its Case Against Diddy -- The only thing it could prove was that Sean Combs is a horrible person, and that's not what it had charged him with.

The only thing it could prove was that Sean Combs is a horrible person, and that’s not what it had charged him with.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 2 days ago

U.S. delays cutoff of valuable satellite data for hurricane forecasting -- -

The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Monday it is delaying by one month the planned cutoff of satellite data that helps forecasters track hurricanes. Environment and Climate Change Canada does not expect the suspension to impact the quality of its forecasts.

CBC News - Technology - 2 days ago

Microsoft says it is cutting thousands of jobs in second round of layoffs in recent months -- Abby Hughes -- News

Microsoft says it is cutting thousands of jobs in its second round of mass layoffs in recent months. While it is unclear whether or not any Canadian jobs will be lost, the union representing 120 gaming industry workers employed by Microsoft in Quebec says it's likely the cuts will mostly impact U.S. workers.

CBC News - Business - 2 days ago

Sweeping Trump Agenda Bill with $157 Billion Defense Boost, Food Aid Cuts Approved by Congress -- The House voted 218-214 almost entirely along party lines on Thursday afternoon to pass the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill...

The House voted 218-214 almost entirely along party lines on Thursday afternoon to pass the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act, sweeping legislation to enact Trump's agenda on everything from immigration to taxes.

Military.com - Opinion - 2 days ago

Sweeping Trump Agenda Bill with $157 Billion Defense Boost, Food Aid Cuts Approved by Congress

The House voted 218-214 almost entirely along party lines on Thursday afternoon to pass the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act, sweeping legislation to enact Trump's agenda on everything from immigration to taxes.

Military.com - Top Stories - 2 days ago

USAID cuts could lead to 14 million deaths over the next five years, researchers say

An analysis published Monday in the medical journal The Lancet projects that cuts to the agency will lead to more deaths from diseases like AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis.

NBC News - Health - 2 days ago

Milk & Honey Café opens its doors with a ribbon cutting

A ribbon cutting was held by the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce for Milk & Honey Café at 29473 Vines Creek Road, Dagsboro, in late May.

Bay to Bay News - Business - 2 days ago

Every Labour U-turn after Starmer reverses welfare cuts

As the prime minister marks one year in office,The Independent looks at all the times he has U-turned on his promises

Independent UK - Politics - 3 days ago

Health Care -- How Massive Medicaid Cuts Will Harm People's Health

Evidence shows that Medicaid improves people’s health and is particularly vital for babies, older people in need of long-term care and people in rural communities

Scientific American - Science - 3 days ago

June jobs report comes in stronger than expected - tanking hopes that the Fed will cut rates this month

The Labor Department reported Thursday that the US economy added 147,000 jobs in June, beating the 110,000 gain forecast by economists.

New York Post - Business - 3 days ago

'A serious setback': EU laments US decision to cut arms shipments to Ukraine

If the US leaves a permanent hole in Western support for Ukraine, the EU "will have to fill" it, the Danish premier said.

Euractiv - Politics - 3 days ago

Microsoft Claims AI Outperforms Human Doctors in Diagnostic Accuracy

Microsoft has developed an AI diagnostic tool that it claims can diagnose diseases with significantly higher accuracy and lower costs compared to human physicians.

Breitbart - Technology - 3 days ago

Military Veteran Gets a Life Sentence for Plotting an FBI Attack After His Jan. 6 Arrest -- Edward Kelley received a pardon from President Trump for his Jan. 6 convictions, but a judge agreed with prosecutors that...

Edward Kelley received a pardon from President Trump for his Jan. 6 convictions, but a judge agreed with prosecutors that Trump's action did not extend to Kelley's Tennessee case.

Military.com - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Is the romance with dating apps over? Big cuts at Bumble, Match raise questions -- Kevin Maimann

Bumble says it plans to lay off about a third of its workforce, amounting to about 240 employees. It's the latest heartbreaking blow to online platforms offering dating apps, prompting questions about whether it's the end of the road for this mode of meeting people.

CBC News - Business - 3 days ago

How the U.S.-China trade war could cut fireworks displays short this Fourth of July

The U.S. gets almost all of its fireworks from China, and the industry is warning that tariffs on Chinese imports could limit supply and send prices soaring.

NBC News - World - 3 days ago

Public Health -- U.S. Budget Cuts Are Robbing Early-Career Scientists of Their Future

Canceled grants and slashed budgets are disproportionately affecting junior health researchers, dealing a major blow to the future of science and society in the U.S.

Scientific American - Science - 3 days ago

UK markets roil as weakening government cancels spending cuts

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government is increasingly weak and fiscally unreliable, with the financial markets following its surrender on welfare reform.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Microsoft to slash nearly 4% of its workforce as it ramps up investment in AI

Microsoft announced on Wednesday that it will lay off nearly 4% of its global workforce as part of efforts to control expenses while making significant investment in artificial intelligence...

International The News - Technology - 3 days ago

Berlin reneges on promise to cut record-high electricity tax

Michaela Engelmeier, head of social association SoVD, described the cancellation of the tax cut as a “fatal signal”.

Euractiv - Environment - 3 days ago

Trump's tax-cut bill tests House Republicans unity

House Republicans on Wednesday faced significant headwinds in their bid to advance President Donald Trump's ambitious tax-cut and spending bill, with procedural hurdles and internal divisions...

International The News - World - 3 days ago

GROVER NORQUIST: Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' and its permanent tax cut will change the world

President Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' makes tax cuts permanent, with lower rates, business expensing, and no tax on tips or overtime, promising growth that outpaces competitors.

Fox News - Opinion - 3 days ago

Microsoft lays off thousands in latest cuts to state's tech industry

Microsoft announced thousands of layoffs worldwide, including its gaming division, as the tech industry continues workforce reductions in 2025.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

24 Fiery Tweets That Show America's Reaction To The Proposed Medicaid Cuts

“ohhhhh i get this bill now. you gotta give poor people LESS money to incentivize them to work hard, but you gotta give billionaires MORE money ...”

Huffington Post - Health - 3 days ago

Canada rescinds digital services tax after Trump cuts off trade talks

The first payments from the tax were going to be collected Monday.

NBC News - Technology - 3 days ago

Layoffs across the U.S. reach highest level since 2020. Here's why. -- Companies have reported more than 744,000 job cuts this year - the highest figure since the first six months of 2020, according to an outplacement firm.

Companies have reported more than 744,000 job cuts this year — the highest figure since the first six months of 2020, according to an outplacement firm.

CBS News - Business - 4 days ago

Microsoft sacking 9,000 employees in second major layoff after cutting 6,000 jobs in May

Microsoft Corp. has started a new round of job cuts affecting as many as 9,000 employees, marking its second major wave of layoffs this year as the tech giant looks to rein in costs amid hefty investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure

First Post - Technology - 4 days ago

Microsoft to cut about 4% of jobs amid hefty AI bets

The company, which had about 228,000 employees worldwide as of June 2024, had announced layoffs in May, affecting around 6,000 workers.

One America News Network - Technology - 4 days ago

Microsoft Announces Major Layoff Cutting 9,000 Jobs

Microsoft is implementing a second round of significant job cuts this year, impacting approximately 9,000 employees across various teams and regions.

Breitbart - Technology - 4 days ago

Microsoft announces 2nd mass layoff, impacting thousands

Microsoft is cutting thousands of jobs in its second major round of layoffs in recent months. The tech giant began sending out layoff notices Wednesday....

Daily Sabah - Technology - 4 days ago

Microsoft to cut 9,000 jobs as tech layoffs continue -- m read

Layoffs will impact under 4% of staff across Xbox, sales, global ops, Microsoft confirms

Gulf News - Technology - 4 days ago

Microsoft cuts another 9,000 roles in latest jobs cull

The cuts mark the biggest jobs cull since early 2023 when Microsoft axed 10,000 workers.

Evening Standard - Business - 4 days ago

Asian Markets Mixed As Trade Deal Cut-off Looms

Asian markets swung Wednesday amid trade war worries after Donald Trump said he would not push back next week's tariff deadline, with Tokyo taking a hit from threats to ramp up Japanese levies.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Microsoft laying off about 9,000 employees in latest round of cuts

Microsoft surpassed expectations on revenue and profit but is slimming down across ranks, organizations and geographies.

CNBC - Technology - 4 days ago

Ed Balls in fiery clash with Tory MP for 'waffling' over welfare cuts

Good Morning Britain’s Ed Balls and Shadow Financial Secretary to the Treasury clashed over welfare cuts, with the presenter chastising the Tory MP for “waffling”. Appearing on the ITV show on Wednesday (2 July), after Gareth Davies failed to say where the Conservatives would be making cuts instead, Mr Balls chastised him for “failing to answer the question” “Don’t go all waffley on us at this point in the interview” he told Mr Davies, to which the MP disputed.

Independent UK - Politics - 4 days ago

Rates should be cut three more times in 2025, says Bank policymaker

Monetary Policy Committee member Alan Taylor flagged a ‘deteriorating outlook’ in the UK economy as trade woes mount.

Independent UK - Business - 4 days ago

Key data used in hurricane forecasting will be cut by end of July, NOAA says -- A satellite program that has historically been a key source of weather forecasting data will be discontinued no later than July 31, according to a message posted by NOAA.

A satellite program that has historically been a key source of weather forecasting data will be discontinued no later than July 31, according to a message posted by NOAA.

CBS News - Science - 4 days ago

Big four banks unite in forecast for rate cut in help for 'scarred' households

All of the nation’s biggest banks believe official interest rates will be cut when the Reserve Bank meets next week.

Sydney Morning Herald - Politics - 4 days ago

ASX hits fresh record on rate cut hopes; Qantas dips, Domino's tanks

The Australian sharemarket closed higher on Wednesday after retail sales rose less than expected in May, cementing expectations for another rate cut as soon as next week.

Sydney Morning Herald - Business - 4 days ago

Four-day workweek advocates lean into AI -- Advocates of the four-day workweek are using artificial intelligence as a way to achieve their goal of shortening the workweek without pay cuts. Roger Kirkness, CEO of Convictional, joins to discuss how implementing a four-day workweek has impacted his employees.

Advocates of the four-day workweek are using artificial intelligence as a way to achieve their goal of shortening the workweek without pay cuts. Roger Kirkness, CEO of Convictional, joins to discuss how implementing a four-day workweek has impacted his employees.

CBS News - Technology - 4 days ago

Medicaid cuts in Trump's megabill will leave millions uninsured, threaten hospitals

The bill would cut $1.1 trillion in health-care spending and result in 11.8 million people losing health coverage over the next decade, according to estimates.

CNBC - Health - 4 days ago

Weather -- Crucial Satellite Data to Be Cut off Near Hurricane Season Peak

The cutoff was initially set for June 30. Instead, it now comes near the peak of hurricane season.

Miami New Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Microsoft's new AI health tool -- Microsoft says its new artificial intelligence tool can diagnose patients four times more accurately than human doctors for a fraction of the cost. Will Knight, senior writer for Wired, joined CBS News to discuss.

Microsoft says its new artificial intelligence tool can diagnose patients four times more accurately than human doctors for a fraction of the cost. Will Knight, senior writer for Wired, joined CBS News to discuss.

CBS News - Technology - 5 days ago

Trump cuts satellite data on Antarctic sea ice just as it's needed most

Scientists at the Australian Antarctic Partnership Program are just beginning to understand the dire effects of extremely low sea ice in the Antarctic summer, but they will lose access to their main data set at the end of this month.

Sydney Morning Herald - Environment - 5 days ago

Trump global aid cuts risk 14 million deaths in five years, report says

The figure from the Lancet, a leading medical journal, includes 700,000 child deaths globally a year.

BBC News - Health - 5 days ago

Blow for savers as Reeves to cut cash ISA allowance

Savers currently have a £20,000 ISA allowance but the chancellor is expected to overhaul the rules

Independent UK - Business - 5 days ago

Starmer braced for major rebellion as MPs rail against benefit cuts

PM facing criticism from backbenchers over welfare bill ahead of key vote on Tuesday

Independent UK - Politics - 5 days ago

Nvidia executives sell-off over $1 billion in stock amid soaring valuation

Nvidia Chief Executive Jensen Huang began selling stock this week for the first time since September. Other senior executives and directors have also tapped the market

First Post - Technology - 5 days ago

Dileep Reddy Cheguri Leads the Data Integration with Microsoft Dynamics, IoT, and Snowflake's Advanced Architecture for Various Clients within North America

In the era of digital transformation, businesses are generating massive amounts of data from multiple sources like ERP systems, IoT devices, customer interactions, and supply chain operations. The challenge lies in integrating, analyzing, and leveraging this data efficiently to drive smarter

International Business Times - World - 5 days ago

'Someone Has Broken into Our Home:' OpenAI Executives React to Meta Poaching Senior Talent

OpenAI's leadership team is taking steps to retain top research talent as Mark Zuckerberg's Meta recruits the company's staff with lucrative offers.

Breitbart - Technology - 6 days ago

Musk fumes as Trump tax bill cuts electric vehicle credits

Elon Musk slammed the U.S. Senate’s latest version of President Trump’s multi-trillion dollar tax bill.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 6 days ago

Rand Paul pushes to cut corporate tax rate to 15% in 'big, beautiful bill'

Rand Paul introduced an amendment to lower the headline corporate tax rate to 15% from 21% as part of the Senate’s "vote-a-rama" process.

Washington Examiner - US News - 6 days ago

NIH budget cuts affect research funding beyond US borders

European leaders say they will fill the funding void. Is that realistic?

Ars Technica - Science - 6 days ago

Mass arrests and speedy executions: Iran launches crackdown after Israel conflict

New law makes it easier to target suspected spies as government cracks down on dissent

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Canada rescinds digital services tax after Trump cuts off U.S. trade talks

The move comes after U.S. President Donald Trump announced over the weekend that he will be "terminating ALL discussions on Trade with Canada"

CNBC - Politics - 6 days ago

WH Smith cuts sale price of high street business after weaker trading

The retailer said buyer Modella had sought to renegotiate after recent trading had been ‘softer’.

Independent UK - Business - 6 days ago

Connecticut's New Towing Law Will Help Some, but Not All, Drivers. Here's What They Told Us.

The Connecticut governor signed a sweeping towing reform law that makes it harder to tow vehicles from private property and easier for drivers to retrieve their cars. But some issues weren’t addressed, drivers say.

ProPublica - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Kristi Noem Secretly Took a Cut of Political Donations

A dark money group paid $80,000 to Noem’s personal company when she was governor of South Dakota. She did not include this income on her federal disclosure forms, a likely violation of ethics requirements, experts say.

ProPublica - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Florida commercial real estate boom fueled by financial and tech executives relocating since pandemic

Florida's retail boom reflects migration of wealthy residents since 2020, with Palm Beach County adding 90,000 new residents and transforming from resort to year-round city.

Fox News - Business - 8 days ago

Tech Executives Commissioned as Senior Army Officers Won't Recuse Themselves from DoD Business Dealings -- The new formation is set to recruit tech executives to work on major Army challenges, but the service has not articulated...

The new formation is set to recruit tech executives to work on major Army challenges, but the service has not articulated exactly what those individuals would do -- instead focusing on recruiting talent and creating jobs around them.

Military.com - Technology - 8 days ago

Deep cuts to hurricane data could leave forecasters in the dark as storm season looms

The losses come as storm season looms. They could also affect access to climate-related measurements researchers use to monitor sea ice cover at the poles.

NBC News - Science - 8 days ago

Microsoft changes Windows in attempt to prevent next CrowdStrike-style catastrophe

AV vendors have worried that this could advantage Microsoft’s security software.

Ars Technica - Technology - 8 days ago

Sainsbury's investors eye sales as grocers step up focus on price cuts

The UK’s second largest supermarket chain will publish its first quarter trading update on Tuesday.

Independent UK - Business - 9 days ago

Microsoft replaces 'blue screen of death' with sleek black version

Nearly every Windows user has had a run-in with the infamous 'Blue Screen of Death” at some point in their computing life. Now, after more than 40 years...

Daily Sabah - Technology - 9 days ago

Microsoft says goodbye to the Windows blue screen of death

The software giant’s blue screen of death dates to the early 1990s, according to longtime Microsoft developer Raymond Chen.

NBC News - Technology - 9 days ago

13-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop review: A slightly worse version of a year-old PC

It only makes any sense at all because of the old Surface Laptop’s price hike.

Ars Technica - Technology - 9 days ago

Microsoft sued by authors over use of books in AI training

Lawsuit is one of several cases brought by copyright holders against tech companies over alleged misuse of material in artificial intelligence tech

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 10 days ago

Vietnam veteran executed in Mississippi after nearly 50 years on death row for 1976 murder

After four trials, 79-year-old Richard Gerald Jordan was executed in Mississippi for the 1976 murder of Edwina Marter, a mother of two young children.

Fox News - US News - 10 days ago

Quirky rat whisperer takes NYC visitors on guided tours — of the city's worst rodent hot spots: 'They're sort of little monsters, but also sort of ... cute'

Rodent tourism is on the rise. “Rats are just so linked to New York City, both in reality and in our lore," said the rodent expert.

New York Post - Weird - 10 days ago

Bumble to lay off 30% of workforce as it moves to slash costs -- Bumble plans to cut hundreds of jobs, with CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd saying the online dating business is at an "inflection point."

Bumble plans to cut hundreds of jobs, with CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd saying the online dating business is at an "inflection point."

CBS News - Technology - 11 days ago

US experts worry budget cuts will "squander" the promise of lenacapavir, a twice-a-year jab to prevent HIV infection.

The US has approved lenacapavir for HIV prevention. However, experts worry that cuts to the health budget will "squander" the drug's chance of reducing infections.

Deutsche Welle - Health - 11 days ago

Powell repeats rate cuts can wait as Fed studies tariff impacts

Higher tariffs could begin raising inflation this summer, a period that will be key to Federal Reserve consideration of possible rate cuts, Fed Chair Jerome Powell told members of Congress on Tuesday.

The Globe and Mail - Business - 11 days ago

Microsoft extends free Windows 10 security updates into 2026, with strings attached

End-of-support date isn’t changing, but extra year will be functionally free.

Ars Technica - Technology - 11 days ago

Powell says Fed can wait to reduce interest rates as Trump demands cuts

Powell is facing two days of what could be tough grilling on Capitol Hill, as Trump has repeatedly urged the Fed to reduce borrowing costs.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 12 days ago

Police Find Man Caught In A 'Crazy Scenario' After Connecticut Burglary Call

The rescue was estimated to cause up to $10,000 in damage following a move that parks officials hope to never happen again.

Huffington Post - Weird - 12 days ago

Climate Change -- AI Could Be Harnessed to Cut More Emissions Than It Creates

Power-hungry AI and associated data centers could make the grid cleaner, eventually cutting more climate-change-causing emissions than they produce

Scientific American - Environment - 12 days ago

Microsoft surprises MS-DOS fans with remake of ancient text editor that works on Linux

It’s funny how useful a 34-year-old software design can still be.

Ars Technica - Technology - 12 days ago

Vancouver software company Klue Labs cutting work force in half for AI reboot

About 100 people could be affected as the organization seeks to restructure

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 15 days ago

Weather -- Daring Hurricane Hunter Flights Make Forecasts More Accurate. But They Could Face Cuts

NOAA’s Hurricane Hunter airplane missions significantly increase the accuracy of hurricane forecasts, but President Trump’s proposed budget cuts jeopardize the data-gathering efforts and other forecasting tools

Scientific American - Environment - 15 days ago

Hawaii Coast Guard Crew Wraps Up Enforcement Mission in Cook Islands -- The Lane, a 270-foot Medium Class Endurance Cutter arrived in Hawaii in late 2023 to serve as the U.S. Coast Guard's first...

The Lane, a 270-foot Medium Class Endurance Cutter arrived in Hawaii in late 2023 to serve as the U.S. Coast Guard’s first “Indo-Pacific Support Cutter” exclusively devoted to operations in Oceania.

Military.com - Opinion - 17 days ago

Vandals cut fiber-optic lines, causing outage for Spectrum Internet subscribers

The soaring price of copper makes networks tempting targets for thieves.

Ars Technica - Business - 19 days ago

Experimental cholesterol pill cuts heart attack risk with 'convenient' once-daily dose

Clinical trial shows Obicetrapib pill lowers bad cholesterol and lipoprotein(a) in high-risk patients on maximum cholesterol therapy, offering hope for treatment-resistant cases.

Fox News - Health - 20 days ago

Google executive discriminated against male employees, bombshell lawsuit alleges

A Google executive systemically discriminated against male employees, a bombshell lawsuit alleges.

Fox News - Technology - 25 days ago

NASA shuts down X accounts as fears swirl about cuts to science

The agency’s budget proposal slashes total funding by nearly 25 percent, impacting science programs

Independent UK - Science - 25 days ago

World Bank sharply cuts global growth outlook on trade turbulence

"This would mark the slowest rate of global growth since 2008, aside from outright global recessions," the World Bank said of its forecast.

CNBC - Business - 26 days ago

Russia lowers interest rates to 20% in first cut since 2022 as inflation eases

Inflation in Russia hit 8.3% in the first quarter of the year, with the effects of the war in Ukraine continuing to be felt in the economy.

CNBC - Business - 1 month ago

We Fought for This Country. Don't Cut the One Department That Fights for Us. -- On June 6 -- D-Day -- thousands of veterans will rally on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., united by a shared message...

On June 6 -- D-Day -- thousands of veterans will rally on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., united by a shared message: Don't betray those who've borne the battle.

Military.com - US News - 1 month ago

Layoffs have ramped up in recent weeks. Here are the companies making cuts

Many companies lumped layoffs in with larger cost-cutting strategies. Some have cited artificial intelligence as a factor in layoffs.

CNBC - Business - 1 month ago

We Fought for This Country. Don't Cut the One Department That Fights for Us.

On June 6 -- D-Day -- thousands of veterans will rally on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., united by a shared message: Don't betray those who've borne the battle.

Military.com - Opinion - 1 month ago

Trump Job Cuts Hobble NOAA Team That Reopens Ports After Hurricanes

At least six NWS offices have also stopped routine weather balloon launches that collect data for weather models.

Huffington Post - Science - 1 month ago

U.S. growth forecast cut sharply by OECD as Trump tariffs sour global outlook

The U.S. economy is now expected to expand by just 1.6% in 2025, while the global economy is set to grow by 2.9%.

CNBC - World - 1 month ago

Federal Budget Cuts Would Sabotage NASA's Plans to Find Alien Life

NASA’s astrobiology ambitions are at risk of collapsing under the White House’s proposed budget. But your voice can make a difference

Scientific American - Opinion - 1 month ago

Trump cuts spark global rush to recruit displaced US scientists

As Trump cuts science funding, global universities and governments are actively recruiting U.S. researchers seeking stability and support

Daily Sabah - Science - 1 month ago

Hong Kong activist Anna Kwok's father is being prosecuted as a form of 'collective punishment,' according to rights groups

Kwok Yin-sang's prosecution has shocked overseas Hong Kong communities, as he was the first relative of a wanted activist charged under the security law, Hong Kong's latest strategy of collective punishment.

Global Voices - Business - 1 month ago

Executives' Club of Chicago names new CEO, president

Dorri McWhorter, a member of the organization for nearly two decades, will step into the top spot, starting June 2.

Chicago Sun-Times - Business - 1 month ago

Prosecutors open investigation related to Hope Florida Foundation

Prosecutors have opened an investigation related to the Hope Florida Foundation, the nonprofit behind the welfare program that has been touted as the signature achievement of Florida first lady Casey DeSantis.

AP News - US News - 1 month ago

Prosecutors charge McIver with pushing and grabbing agents while trying to stop mayor's arrest

Federal prosecutors allege Democratic Rep. LaMonica McIver of New Jersey pushed and grabbed officers while attempting to block the arrest of the Newark mayor outside an immigration detention facility.

AP News - World - 1 month ago

Trump on Capitol Hill implores divided Republicans to unify behind his big tax cuts bill

President Donald Trump has implored House Republicans on Capitol Hill to drop their fights over his big tax cuts bill.

AP News - Politics - 1 month ago

Australian central bank reduces benchmark interest rate to 3.85% in second cut this year

Australia’s central bank has reduced its benchmark interest by a quarter percentage point for a second time this year to 3.85% after inflation fell within a target range.

AP News - Business - 1 month ago

Arizona prosecutors ordered to send fake elector case back to grand jury

Arizona prosecutors pressing the case against Republicans accused of trying to overturn the 2020 election results in President Donald Trump’s favor were ordered to send the case back to a grand jury.

AP News - Politics - 1 month ago

Elon Musk, who's suing Microsoft, is also software giant's special guest in new Grok AI partnership

Elon Musk is in a legal fight with Microsoft but made a virtual appearance at the software giant’s annual developer conference to reveal that Microsoft's cloud computing platform will now host Musk’s artificial intelligence chatbot Grok.

AP News - World - 1 month ago

After US cuts funding, WHO chief defends $2.1B budget request by comparing it with cost of war

The World Health Organization is opening its annual meeting of government ministers and other top envoys facing one of the most serious crises of its 77-year history in the wake of Trump administration funding cuts and plans to withdraw the United States.

AP News - Health - 1 month ago

Microsoft says it provided AI to Israeli military for war but denies use to harm people in Gaza

Microsoft acknowledged Thursday that it sold advanced artificial intelligence and cloud computing services to the Israeli military during the war in Gaza and aided in efforts to locate and rescue Israeli hostages.

AP News - Technology - 1 month ago

Trump administration again blocked from cutting billions in federal health money

A federal judge says the government must stop slashing billions in money for public health departments. U.S.

AP News - Health - 1 month ago

Lawmakers question Kennedy on staffing cuts, funding freezes and policy changes at health department

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is making his first appearance as health secretary before the powerful Senate health committee.

AP News - Health - 1 month ago

Democratic Lawmakers Blast Trump Administration's VA Cuts After ProPublica Investigation

The lawmakers also accused Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins of stonewalling their efforts to learn more about agency cuts and their effects. “There are real-life dangerous impacts for veterans,” Rep. Chris Deluzio said.

ProPublica - Health - 1 month ago

Sudan cuts ties with UAE as Port Sudan reels from drone strikes

Sudan cuts ties with the UAE, accusing it of sponsoring the Rapid Support Forces, which it holds responsible for three days of drone strikes

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Internal VA Emails Reveal How Trump Cuts Jeopardize Veterans' Care, Including To "Life-Saving Cancer Trials"

Despite a congressional mandate to expand care for veterans, internal Veterans Affairs messages obtained by ProPublica paint a stark portrait of how chaotic cost cutting has already imperiled tests of treatments for cancer, opioid addiction and more.

ProPublica - Health - 2 months ago

Here's how Trump's order to cut federal funding to NPR and PBS could impact Illinois

His order seeking to cut off funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting affects about 1,500 stations, including Chicago's WBEZ and WTTW. But it's likely headed for the courts or for drama in Congress.

Chicago Sun-Times - Business - 2 months ago

Statewide hotel group signals alarm in wake of government cuts and economic uncertainty

A recent report from the Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association found 70% of Illinois hotels surveyed had cancellations from international travelers.

Chicago Sun-Times - Business - 2 months ago

I called out Microsoft's complicity in Gaza. They fired me | Vaniya Agrawal

“The point was to make people aware… The world knows now who [Microsoft] truly are, and what they’re doing.” As Microsoft celebrated its 50th anniversary with a panel featuring Bill Gates, one employee stood up and disrupted the event. Her message: Microsoft is complicit in Israel’s war on Gaza. The young software engineer, Vaniya Agrawal, was then fired by Microsoft. Now, she’s speaking out.

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 2 months ago

Meta launches AI app, Zuckerberg chats with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella at developer conference

Meta Platforms Inc. is hosting its first generative artificial intelligence conference for developers, LlamaCon, on Tuesday.

AP News - Technology - 2 months ago

Want Efficiency? Fund the VA and Cut the Proven Waste in Privatized Veterans Care

Faithfully following orders from President Donald Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) office, VA Secretary Doug Collins has announced that he will soon fire tens of thousands of employees at the Veterans Health Administration (VHA).

Military.com - Opinion - 2 months ago

A bear is spotted in Connecticut playing on family's backyard slide

A Connecticut family got a chance to see a bear have some fun on their backyard playset. Sarah Loving saw two bears in her backyard in Simsbury after returning home from lunch with her family on a recent Saturday.

AP News - Weird - 2 months ago

Trump tariffs bring anxiety to Costco aisles: Cut back or stock up before prices soar?

Experts say tariffs will affect everyday purchases, but as negotiations continue, exact price increases remain unclear.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 months ago

Trump Said Cuts Wouldn't Affect Public Safety. Then He Fired Hundreds of Workers Who Help Fight Wildfires.

The White House and DOGE have sought to eliminate thousands of jobs from the Forest Service. The wildland firefighting force is one of many targets within the agency.

ProPublica - Environment - 2 months ago

Microsoft Hooked the Government on Its Products With Freebies. Could Elon Musk's Starlink Be Doing the Same?

The tech billionaire and Trump adviser “donated” Starlink service to the White House. The move resembles a previous maneuver by Microsoft, which used “free” trials to lock in costly upgrades across the federal government.

ProPublica - Technology - 3 months ago

A Boston Globe Spotlight Team report on Steward Health Care -- A Boston Globe Spotlight Team review found the Steward Health Care hospital system plagued by staggering neglect at the hands of executives.

A Boston Globe Spotlight Team review found the Steward Health Care hospital system plagued by staggering neglect at the hands of executives.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Israeli market adapts after Turkey cuts trade—new imports on the way

Ankara’s export boycott leads to disappearance of popular ice creams, home appliances, Turkish olive oil and more from Israeli shelves; companies sourcing alternatives from Europe and beyond, but higher costs and shifts in product quality noticeable

YNET News - Business - 3 months ago

The Federal Reserve continues pause on interest rate cuts, expects two cuts later this year

The Fed didn’t cut interest rates in March, citing the stable economy and improving labor markets.

Fox News - Business - 3 months ago

This cutting edge hair loss treatment is a repurposed drug from the 1990s

A hair loss drug that first gained popularity in the 1990s is seeing a resurgence of interest. Minoxidil is best known as the key ingredient in Rogaine, the popular hair loss solution launched more than 30 years ago.

AP News - Health - 3 months ago

Amid an acute doctor shortage, Israel prescribes physician associates as the cure

Israel is addressing its medical workforce shortage by integrating physician associates (PAs), welcoming Jewish healthcare professionals long shut out due to lack of recognition; as Israel launches its own PA programs, US-trained PAs will lead efforts to expand care and assist doctors

YNET News - Entertainment - 3 months ago

US researchers and doctors rally for science against Trump cuts -- Protesters say say firings, budget and grant cuts in health, climate, science and other research government agencies endanger not just the future but the present

Protesters say say firings, budget and grant cuts in health, climate, science and other research government agencies endanger not just the future but the present

Voice of America - Science - 3 months ago

Apple launches new MacBook Air – and cuts price

New laptop arrives alongside updated Mac Studio, and a day after new iPads

Independent UK - Technology - 4 months ago

Competition regulator will not investigate Microsoft partnership with OpenAI

The Competition and Markets Authority said the link-up between the firms does not qualify for investigation under rules around mergers.

Independent UK - Technology - 4 months ago

Microsoft says 'majority' of hit services recovering after outage

The tech giant investigated an issue on Saturday that caused an outage of ‘various Microsoft 365 services’.

Independent UK - Technology - 4 months ago

Microsoft hails a 'new state of matter' – and the world could change

Microsoft says it has harnessed a new state of matter to create a chip that could bring quantum computers relatively soon.

Independent UK - Technology - 4 months ago

U.S. hiring cools in January; California's outlook is dimmed by looming cuts in government and aid

U.S. job growth slowed at the start of the year as employers held back on hiring amid increased uncertainty about the economy and Trump policies.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 4 months ago

Not just Google: Microsoft also was involved in Israel's Gaza military campaign

Microsoft was integrated in the Israeli defense establishment's efforts in Gaza after October 7, the British Guardian reveals; Documents indicate that IDF used the company's products and services, including its cloud and AI technologies

YNET News - Technology - 5 months ago

Executive orders are blowing up the Constitution

Enough of the executive orders. They're tearing apart the Constitution. They're also sidelining Congress and allowing legislators to skirt accountability, even while stripping them of power.

Washington Times - Top Stories - 5 months ago

Her Mental Health Treatment Was Helping. That's Why Insurance Cut Off Her Coverage.

Providers, patients and even some federal judges say progress-based insurance denials harm patients at key moments of mental health treatment.

ProPublica - Health - 6 months ago

Microsoft Bundling Practices Focus of Federal Antitrust Probe

The Federal Trade Commission has demanded information from Microsoft and interviewed competitors as the agency’s antitrust investigation heats up. The probe follows ProPublica reporting on how the company skirted and potentially violated federal law.

ProPublica - Technology - 6 months ago

Iran's supreme leader says Netanyahu should be executed

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says arrest warrant for Israeli PM from International Criminal Court over alleged war crimes is ‘not enough’

Telegraph UK - Top Stories - 7 months ago

Insurance tycoon demands Reeves cut red tape after National Insurance tax raid

David Howden calls for regulatory reform and pro-growth policies after suffering £15m hit

Telegraph UK - Business - 7 months ago

Microsoft's "Free" Plan to Upgrade Government Cybersecurity Was Designed to Box Out Competitors and Drive Profits, Insiders Say

When the White House welcomed Microsoft’s offer of $150 million in tech services, it helped the world’s largest software provider tighten its grip on federal business and freeze out competitors.

ProPublica - Technology - 7 months ago

COP29: 'Cut the theatrics' over finance talks, UN climate chief warns

The whole COP climate process could stall or go into reverse if governments refuse to compromise with less than a week of negotiations left.

Euronews - Environment - 7 months ago

Despite Biden's Promise to Protect Old Forests, His Administration Keeps Approving Plans to Cut Them Down

In Oregon’s Coast Range, mature forests can absorb more carbon per acre than almost any other on the planet. Yet logging here continues at a steady pace, putting the environment at risk.

ProPublica - Environment - 7 months ago

Travis Scott Liked A Fan Account's Instagram Post Reminiscing On How Cute He And Kylie Jenner Were As A Couple

It comes weeks after reports claimed that Kylie and Timothée Chalamet — who have been linked romantically since April 2023 — are getting “very serious.”

BuzzFeed News - Entertainment - 9 months ago

Why the Telegram Prosecution May Move the Overton Window on Free Speech

France’s path-breaking arrest of Pavel Durov worries a Stanford professor.

New York Magazine - Business - 10 months ago