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Deadly Israeli strikes reported in Rafah after three soldiers killed

Israel's military said early on Monday it was urging Gazans sheltering in parts of Rafah to move.

BBC News - Top Stories - 14 minutes ago

Deadly Israeli strikes reported in Rafah after three soldiers killed - (BBC)

Israel has closed the Kerem Shalom crossing - one of few Gaza aid routes - after the rocket attack.

Times of Israel - Top Stories - 33 minutes ago

Qantas agrees payouts over 'ghost flights' Qantas agrees to pay millions to settle lawsuit accusing it of selling tickets to cancelled flights. Business

Qantas agrees to pay millions to settle lawsuit accusing it of selling tickets to cancelled flights.

BBC News - Business - 1 hour ago

Stock futures inch higher after weaker-than-expected jobs report left investors looking up: Live...

U.S. stock futures were slightly higher Monday after the major averages ended the previous week in the green on a weaker-than-expected jobs report.

CNBC - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

A second juror who awarded a New Hampshire man $38 million in a landmark lawsuit over abuse at the state's youth detention center has contacted attorneys with concerns about the outcome.

A second juror who awarded a New Hampshire man $38 million in a landmark lawsuit over abuse at the state's youth detention center has contacted attorneys with concerns about the outcome.

AP News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Qantas Airways has agreed to pay $79 million in compensation and a fine for selling tickets on thousands of cancelled flights.

Qantas Airways has agreed to pay $79 million in compensation and a fine for selling tickets on thousands of cancelled flights.

AP News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Qantas to pay US$66 million fine after 'ghost flights' scandal

Australia's competition watchdog said Qantas "admitted that it misled consumers" by advertising seats on tens of thousands of flights - despite those flights being cancelled.

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

ABC News president Kim Godwin steps down after reports of turmoil at the network

ABC News president Kim Godwin stepped down from her position Sunday night following recent claims of ongoing internal backlash and frustration at the network.

Fox News - Opinion - 3 hours ago

Severe weather outbreak could threaten millions in central US on Monday

Tens of millions of people from the Plains to the Midwest again face the risk of a potentially violent and life-threatening severe weather outbreak that could bring long-track tornadoes, giant hail and hurricane-force wind gusts to areas still reeling from extreme weather over the past few weeks that left several people dead.

Fox News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

ABC News president steps down after reports of turmoil at the network

ABC News president Kim Godwin stepped down from her position Sunday night following recent claims of ongoing internal backlash and frustration at the network.

Fox News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Qantas to Be Fined $100 Million for Selling 'Ghost Tickets' to Thousands of Customers

Customers will be eligible for direct cash payments as part of the agreement.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Can all fit hookers report to the Tahs?Injury crisis reaches crazy levels

The Waratahs will hand their No.2 jersey to a part-time concreter from western Sydney this week, amid an unprecedented run of front-row injuries.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Music News -- Madonna wraps up Celebration tour, performing to history-making 1.6 million fans at Rio's Copacabana beach

Madonna performed her biggest ever show at the weekend, closing her Celebration world tour in front of 1.6 million fans at a free gig on Rio’s Copacabana b...

Independent.ie - Entertainment - 4 hours ago

report on business - Loblaw boycott begins, Trans Mountain expansion opens and Bank of Canada eyes interest rate cuts: Must-read business and investing stories

Plus, TD Bank ordered to pay almost $9.2 million by Canada’s anti-money laundering regulator over faulty controls

The Globe and Mail - Business - 4 hours ago

Eight arrested in multimillion-dollar retail theft operation, Los Angeles County sheriff officials say

Eight people were arrested on suspicion of organized retail theft after authorities discovered several million dollars' worth of stolen medicines, cosmetics and other merchandise at multiple Los Angeles locations, sheriff officials said.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Drake addresses Kendrick Lamar's claims of having a 'secret daughter': Report

Drake has recently rejected Kendrick Lamar's claims that he has a secret daughter.A source close to Drake spilled to TMZ that the allegation is an utter fabrication.Kendrick lately alleged in his...

International The News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Qantas Airways faces US$66 million court penalty for flight cancellations

Qantas was sued in August by Australia’s competition regulator

The Globe and Mail - Business - 6 hours ago

Reporter stunned by Biden voters' comments on economy: 'Nostalgia for Trump years ... really shocking to me'

President Biden is facing a lack of enthusiasm problem with his 2020 voters, journalists said, claiming even Democrats have "nostalgia" for Trump years.

Fox News - Politics - 6 hours ago

Columbia Law student group reportedly declares no Jew is safe until 'everyone is safe'

Columbia Law’s National Lawyers Guild organization reportedly sent out an email that called Jewish student concerns over safety a “pretext" to stop protests.

Fox News - Opinion - 6 hours ago

Reporter left stunned after speaking with Dem voters about the Trump economy

President Biden is facing a lack of enthusiasm problem with his 2020 voters, journalists said, claiming even Democrats have "nostalgia" for Trump years.

Fox News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Qantas to pay $120 million after settling ACCC case for misleading customers

Qantas has agreed to pay $100 million in penalties and $20 million to 86,000 affected customers after it advertised and sold tickets for already cancelled flights.

Sydney Morning Herald - Business - 7 hours ago

Cinco de Mayo parade cut short after report of shots fired along route

The Chicago Fire Department did not transport any wounded individuals.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Clippers' Russell Westbrook refutes 'fabricated' reports on unhappiness with team

Russell Westbrook seemed to settle into his role with the Clippers during his first full season with the team, and he has pushed back against the idea that he is unhappy in L.A.

Fox News - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Clippers' Russell Westbrook refutes 'fabricated' reports on his unhappiness with team

Russell Westbrook seemed to settle into his role with the Clippers during his first full season with the team, and he has pushed back against the idea that he is unhappy in L.A.

Fox News - Sports - 8 hours ago

Hamas reportedly ends latest round of cease-fire talks in Egypt

Fox News correspondent Jeff Paul has updates on the Israel-Hamas war on 'Fox News Live.'

Fox News - World - 8 hours ago

Paramount is reportedly in acquisition talks by Sony and Apollo

ALBAWABA - Paramount has opted to officially begin discussions with a bidding coalition headed by Sony Pictures Entertainment and the massive private eq

Albawaba - Business - 8 hours ago

New -- Arrests in killing of B.C. Sikh activist, commission report refocus India as potential source of interference -- News

Members of the Sikh community have expressed concern that the government of India is not being held responsible for its alleged role in seeking to suppress pro-Khalistan voices in Canada and in interfering in the Canadian democratic process.

CBC News - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

US$400 million boost in U.S. federal funds for security at places of worship

A US$400 million increase in U.S. federal funding is available for security in places of worship, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Sunday.

CTV News - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

The Fall Guy gives Hollywood a muted summer kickoff with a $28.5-million opening

Re-release of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace places second in this weekend’s box office with $8.1-Million

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Drive-thru food pantry feeds thousands in Southern California - Born in a crucial time of need at the start of the pandemic, this organization began with a scrappy operation. Four million meals later, the Seva Collective has continued to grow. May 4

Born in a crucial time of need at the start of the pandemic, this organization began with a scrappy operation. Four million meals later, the Seva Collective has continued to grow.

CBS News - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Floods in southern Brazil kill at least 60, more than 100 missing -- Massive floods in Brazil's southern Rio Grande do Sul state have killed at least 60 people and another 101 are reported missing, according to Sunday's toll from local authorities.

Massive floods in Brazil's southern Rio Grande do Sul state have killed at least 60 people and another 101 are reported missing, according to Sunday's toll from local authorities.

CBS News - World - 13 hours ago

Madonna's free Rio show draws over 1.5 million

The US pop idol gave it her all during a free show for at Brazil's famous Copacabana beach. Madonna pulled out all the stops with dozens of costume and set changes, singing hits from her 40-year career.

Deutsche Welle - Entertainment - 13 hours ago

Reporter's Notebook: Biden finally speaks on campus protests

Haisten Willis and Jim Antle of the Washington Examiner discuss what President Joe Biden said about the campus protests against Israel's war in Gaza.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

As expected, Lonzo Ball picked up his $21.4 million player option for next season

Ball says he plans to play next season for the Bulls. He will have to be cleared by doctors first.

NBC News - Sports - 15 hours ago

Madonna Closes Out Celebration Tour in Front of Record-Setting 1.6 Million Fans in Brazil

Madonna closed out her Celebration Tour Saturday with a concert at Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach in front of a record-setting 1.6 million fans.

Rolling Stone - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Americans arrested for allegedly swindling Canada out of 12 million COVID masks -- Alexander Panetta -- -

In the frantic early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic, fraudsters in the U.S. allegedly swindled funds that were supposed to buy 12 million face masks for Canadians, according to a new criminal indictment.

CBC News - World - 16 hours ago

Bob Schieffer's artistic take on the news -- CBS News veteran and former moderator of "Face the Nation," Bob Schieffer has long reported from the center of politics. And now, in retirement he's expressing his hope for America, with an exhibition of 24 original oil paintings he has created. Schieffer talks with "60 Minutes" correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi about his artistic response to the violence of the January 6th insurrection, and about the exhibition that resulted, titled "Looking for the Light."

CBS News veteran and former moderator of "Face the Nation," Bob Schieffer has long reported from the center of politics. And now, in retirement he's expressing his hope for America, with an exhibition of 24 original oil paintings he has created. Schieffer talks with "60 Minutes" correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi about his artistic response to the violence of the January 6th insurrection, and about the exhibition that resulted, titled "Looking for the Light.

CBS News - Entertainment - 16 hours ago

Madonna Performs to 1.6 Million People at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro

Madonna performed the biggest concert of her career at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brasil on May 4th. See the singer's setlist and video of the show here.

Consequence of Sound - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

1.6 million watch free Madonna gig on Brazil beach

More than a million people thronged Brazil’s Copacabana beach for a free Madonna concert, turning Rio de Janeiro's vast stretch of sand into an enormous dance floor.

Sky News - World - 17 hours ago

Alcon acquiring glaucoma laser therapy developer Belkin Vision for up to $330 million - (Ctech)

Belkin Vision has developed a non-contact automated glaucoma laser therapy accessible to all ophthalmologists

Times of Israel - Business - 17 hours ago

Foxconn expects Q2 revenue up, reports record April sales

The world's largest contract electronics maker and the biggest assembler of Apple's iPhone, Foxconn, reiterated on Sunday it anticipated a rise...

Daily Sabah - Business - 18 hours 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 - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Russia Accidentally Bombs Itself Again: Reports

The governor of Russia's Belgorod region said five people were injured, but no one was killed, in an explosion on Saturday.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

Politics -- Report calls for urgent review of €4m paid to top up salaries of 760 RTÉ staff

A major investigation into RTÉ’s finances has called for an urgent review of almost €4m worth of allowances paid to staff in addition to their salaries.

Independent.ie - Entertainment - 20 hours ago

Blackstone in advanced negotiations to acquire Priority Software in $400-500 million deal - (Ctech)

Blackstone is set to purchase 60-80% of the shares of Priority, which operates in the field of enterprise software (ERP), from current owners - Israeli private equity fund Fortissimo and American investment fund TA Associates

Times of Israel - Business - 21 hours ago

Can all fit hookers report to the Waratahs? NSW injury crisis reaches crazy levels

The Waratahs will hand their No.2 jersey to a part-time concreter from western Sydney this week, amid an unprecedented run of front-row injuries.

Sydney Morning Herald - Sports - 21 hours ago

KIB Group announces net profit of KD 6 million (74% increase) for Q1 of 2024

Kuwait, 4 May 2024: Sheikh Mohammed Jarrah Al-Sabah, Chairman of Kuwait International Bank (KIB) Group, announced the financial results for the first qu

Albawaba - Business - 23 hours ago

Despite Cease-Fire Talks, Israeli Officials Cast Doubt on War's End: Reports

As representatives for Hamas arrived in Cairo to continue cease-fire talks on Saturday, Israeli officials cast doubt on the war's end, per reports.

Rolling Stone - Politics - 1 day ago

International Students Should Not Be Blamed for Property Crisis: Report

Student Accommodation Council noted that rents began rising in 2020 when migration was prohibited by travel bans and the majority of students returned home.

Epoch Times - Business - 1 day ago

New York Yankees' Ace Gerrit Cole Could Reportedly Return Sooner Than Expected

The New York Yankees may be getting ace starter Gerrit Cole back sooner than expected.

Newsweek - Sports - 1 day ago

Breakthrough In Cease-Fire Talks Concerning Gaza As Hamas Arrives In Cairo: Reports

According to an Egyptian channel, the Egyptian security delegation had reached an agreement on many points of contention.

International Business Times - World - 1 day ago

Padres reportedly set to trade Korean reliever Go Woo-suk to Marlins

The San Diego Padres are reportedly set to trade their Korean relief pitcher Go Woo-suk to the Miami Marlins.

Korea Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Drive-thru food pantry feeds thousands in California food desert -- Born in a crucial time of need at the start of the pandemic, this organization began with a scrappy operation. Four million meals later, the Seva Collective has continued to grow, bringing on new volunteers, partnering with food banks, companies and farms, and hosting special toy and clothing drives.

Born in a crucial time of need at the start of the pandemic, this organization began with a scrappy operation. Four million meals later, the Seva Collective has continued to grow, bringing on new volunteers, partnering with food banks, companies and farms, and hosting special toy and clothing drives.

CBS News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

The Sports Report: What's next for the Clippers after Game 6 loss?

Without Kawhi Leonard out again, Clippers fade in the second half of a Game 6 loss to Dallas, ending their season.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 1 day ago

Parliamentary report on Emergencies Act decision is 18 months past due — and counting

The erstwhile group of senators and MPs studying the federal government's invocation of the Emergencies Act over the "Freedom Convoy" was supposed to present its findings in December. December of 2022, that is.

CTV News - Politics - 1 day ago

Canada Post lost $748 million last year, warns of 'critical' financial situation - News - Politics - | May 3

Canada Post warns its financial situation is so grim it could run out of operating money in less than a year, citing declining revenue and increased competition from private delivery companies.

CBC News - Business - 1 day ago

Canada Post lost $748 million last year, warns of 'critical' financial situation

Canada Post warns its financial situation is so grim it could run out of operating money in less than a year, citing declining revenue and increased competition from private delivery companies.

CBC News - Politics - 2 days ago

Prebys Foundation awards $7 million in grants to 14 San Diego researchers

$500,000 awards cover subjects from cancer to infectious disease

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Science - 2 days ago

April Jobs Report Shows Rising Prices Outpacing Earnings

The April jobs report showed that the U.S. economy added fewer jobs than expected and unemployment rose. Daniel Baldwin breaks down the numbers.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 2 days ago

How TD Bank got caught up in the global drug war, helping to launder hundreds of millions of dollars

U.S. authorities believe the criminal ring laundered US$653-million between 2016 and 2021

The Globe and Mail - Business - 2 days ago

Historic cicada event underway in parts of U.S. -- For the first time since 1803, two groups of periodical cicadas are emerging from the ground at the same time in parts of the Midwest and South. However, a small section of Central Illinois marks the only place where both the 13-year and 17-year cicadas are emerging in the same place. Dave Malkoff reports on the extraordinary event. -- May 2

For the first time since 1803, two groups of periodical cicadas are emerging from the ground at the same time in parts of the Midwest and South. However, a small section of Central Illinois marks the only place where both the 13-year and 17-year cicadas are emerging in the same place. Dave Malkoff reports on the extraordinary event.

CBS News - Science - 2 days ago

Foreign interference: Who knew what when? You'll have to wait until the inquiry's final report -- Andrew Coyne

The initial report is a damning document all the same, because until recently, the conclusions reached were hotly contested

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 2 days ago

New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia -- Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort. -- May 2

Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.

CBS News - Science - 2 days ago

April Jobs Market Report -- A Game Changer For The Fed?

U.S. job growth cooled off in April, which changed the narrative for the U.S economy, but it may not change the game for the Federal Reserve.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

What we've learned from interim report

A federal inquiry says foreign interference did not affect the overall results of the 2019 and 2021 general elections. Judy Trinh explains.

CTV News - Politics - 2 days ago

WATCH: Pat Beverley Throws Ball at Pacers Fans, Later Asks Reporter to Leave His Postgame Interview

Bucks guard Pat Beverley indicated a video showing him throwing a ball at a spectator on Thursday was misleading but later added that “I have to be better.”

Breitbart - Sports - 2 days ago

Bucks' Beverley throws ball at Pacers fans, later asks reporter to leave post-game interview -- Sports -- - -- Basketball

Milwaukee Bucks guard Patrick Beverley indicated a video showing him throwing a ball at a spectator on Thursday was misleading but later added that "I have to be better."

CBC News - World - 2 days ago

Five takeaways from the foreign-interference commission's report

Meddling has increased, public confidence has taken a hit and China is the main perpetrator

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 2 days ago

Pro-Palestine protests grip Australian campuses as scuffle reported

Active protests reported from campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Canberra

Independent UK - US News - 2 days ago

Drugmaker Amneal agrees to $270 million U.S. opioid settlement

Amneal said on Friday it had reached a deal valued at more than $270 million to resolve claims it helped fuel the deadly U.S. opioid epidemic.

One America News Network - Business - 2 days ago

New Brunswick virtual health-care service violating Official Languages Act: report

New Brunswick's virtual health-care service is violating provincial law by failing to consistently provide services in French, the province's official languages commissioner says.

CTV News - Health - 2 days ago

AI engineers report burnout and rushed rollouts as 'rat race' to stay competitive hits tech industry

AI workers across the tech industry told CNBC that the pressure to roll out features and products at breakneck speed has come to define their jobs.

CNBC - Top Stories - 2 days ago

AI engineers report burnout as 'rat race' to stay competitive hits tech industry

AI workers across the tech industry told CNBC that the pressure to roll out features and products at breakneck speed has come to define their jobs.

CNBC - US News - 2 days ago

Loblaw reports $13.58B in Q1 revenue, as Reddit group's boycott kicks off -- Jenna Benchetrit -- -

Loblaw Companies reported $13.58 billion in first-quarter revenue — a 4.5 per cent increase from a year earlier — on Wednesday morning, the same day that a group of frustrated shoppers said they would begin a month-long boycott of the grocery retailer.

CBC News - Business - 2 days ago

Millions of Kenyans love Shamba Shape Up. Taking a fun approach, it helps farmers boost yields and adopt green methods.

It's lively, fun and practical: For more than a decade, the pioneering TV series Shamba Shape Up has helped farmers increase their yields and adopt ecofriendly methods. Some viewers have even been inspired to take up farming themselves!

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 2 days ago

CEO Gets 6 Years for Selling Counterfeit Equipment that Ended up on Fighter Jets -- Federal prosecutors said Onur Aksoy, 40, of Miami, Florida, sold hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of counterfeit Cisco...

Federal prosecutors said Onur Aksoy, 40, of Miami, Florida, sold hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of counterfeit Cisco networking equipment that made its way into schools, hospitals and onto fighter jets such as the F-15, F-18 and F-22. Aksoy also holds citizenship in Turkey.

Military.com - Opinion - 2 days ago

Report: Britney Spears 'Safe' After 'Major Fight' with Boyfriend at Chateau Marmont

Pop star Britney Spears is reportedly "home and safe" following what has been described as a "major fight" with her boyfriend in WeHo.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 2 days ago

New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia -- Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.

Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.

CBS News - Technology - 2 days ago

Boston robotaxi firm Motional gets $475 million boost from Hyundai

The investment comes at a time when the autonomous vehicle industry has been struggling to advance the technology and raise additional capital.

Boston Globe - Business - 2 days ago

Rocket Report: Astroscale chases down dead rocket; Ariane 6 on the pad

Rocket Factory Augsburg, a German launch startup, nears a test-firing of its booster.

Ars Technica - Science - 2 days ago

EU report: 91% of cities look to nature-based solutions in face of climate change

A new report by the European Environment Agency finds that almost all European cities are turning to nature-based solutions to mitigate the effects of climate change.

Euractiv - Environment - 2 days ago

TECOM GROUP Q1 2024 NET PROFIT INCREASES 15% TO EXCEED AED 290 MILLION WITH OCCUPANCY LEVELS REACHING HISTORIC HIGHS

Dubai, UAE, 3 May 2024 – TECOM Group PJSC (DFM: TECOM), (the “Company” or the “Group”), the creator of specialised business districts and vibrant commun

Albawaba - Business - 2 days ago

European media under attack from politicians, Reporters Without Borders sounds the alarm

Politicians are the main threat for media freedom in Europe with a third of member states being labelled as ‘problematic’ and even the ‘good’ and ‘satisfactory’ countries, seeing their scores drop, according to Reporters Without Borders World Press Freedom Index 2024, published on Friday (3 May).

Euractiv - Technology - 3 days ago

UnitedHealth Group CEO reports cyberattack -- UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty disclosed that a cyberattack on one of its subsidiaries earlier this year might affect up to a third of all Americans.

UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty disclosed that a cyberattack on one of its subsidiaries earlier this year might affect up to a third of all Americans.

CBS News - Technology - 3 days ago

The Uplift: An angel officer -- A police officer becomes a guardian angel for a little girl struggling at school. A New Jersey toddler goes viral for the way she speaks, bringing joy and laughs to millions. A 7-year-old makes history at the rodeo. Plus, more inspiring stories.

A police officer becomes a guardian angel for a little girl struggling at school. A New Jersey toddler goes viral for the way she speaks, bringing joy and laughs to millions. A 7-year-old makes history at the rodeo. Plus, more inspiring stories.

CBS News - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Apple reports sharp drop in iPhone sales

Apple chief executive Tim Cook says the company feels "very bullish about our opportunity in generative AI and we're making significant investments", adding: "We're looking forward to sharing some very exciting things."

Sky News - Technology - 3 days ago

G7 agrees to phase out coal power -- The group of nations in the G7 have announced an agreement to phase out coal power plants by 2035. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports. -- May 1

The group of nations in the G7 have announced an agreement to phase out coal power plants by 2035. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.

CBS News - Science - 3 days ago

Google makes antitrust closing arguments -- Google made its closing arguments Thursday in the antitrust case brought by the Department of Justice. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.

Google made its closing arguments Thursday in the antitrust case brought by the Department of Justice. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.

CBS News - Technology - 3 days ago

Camas-based tech manufacturer nLIGHT reports loss in first quarter

Amid its transformation as a company, local tech manufacturer nLIGHT reported a loss in its most recent earnings report.

The Columbian - Business - 3 days ago

Georgia makes football coach Kirby Smart college's highest paid at $13 million per year

“I continue to be grateful and humbled by our administration’s commitment to our football program,” Smart, the coach for the Bulldogs' back-to-back national titles during the 2021 and ‘22 seasons, said in a statement.

Boston Globe - Sports - 3 days ago

Report: China's Huawei Secretly Funds Tech Research at American Universities

China’s state-linked electronics giant Huawei has been “secretly funding cutting-edge research at American universities" through a nonprofit.

Breitbart - World - 3 days ago

U.S. probe of TD Bank tied to US$653-million money-laundering and drug-trafficking case

Unnamed financial institution implicated in investigation of accused criminal is Toronto-Dominion, source says

The Globe and Mail - Business - 3 days ago

Closing arguments in Google antitrust trial -- Closing arguments begin Thursday in the Justice Department's antitrust lawsuit against Google. The government and more than a dozen states say Google has turned its search engine into an illegal monopoly, while Google says people like to use the engine and could change their search habits at any time. Matthew Perlman, senior competition reporter for Law 360, joins CBS News to discuss the case.

Closing arguments begin Thursday in the Justice Department's antitrust lawsuit against Google. The government and more than a dozen states say Google has turned its search engine into an illegal monopoly, while Google says people like to use the engine and could change their search habits at any time. Matthew Perlman, senior competition reporter for Law 360, joins CBS News to discuss the case.

CBS News - Technology - 3 days ago

REPORT: Steelers' Special Teams Coach Has Discussed Using Justin Fields to Return Kicks

Steelers running back Jaylen Warren says that special teams coach Danny Smith has mentioned using Justin Fields as a kick returner.

Breitbart - Sports - 3 days ago

Canada's emissions report shows progress toward 2030 goal, but still a long way to go

Canada's latest greenhouse-gas emissions report shows the country making progress toward meeting its next target in 2030, but there is still a very long way to go.

CTV News - Science - 3 days ago

Report: Cannes Film Festival Facing Possible Labor Strikes and Protests

With just two weeks to go before this year's Cannes Film Festival in France, festival workers are reportedly planning to protest and strike in a move that threatens to upstage celebrity red carpet events and the premieres of several highly anticipated movies.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 3 days ago

While their peers want alternatives, some young voters endorse Biden or Trump -- A majority of younger voters in this U.S. presidential election say they wish they had someone other than Joe Biden or Donald Trump to choose from. Some of that has to do with the candidates' ages. But who are the younger voters backing one of the two? VOA Correspondent Scott Stearns reports.

A majority of younger voters in this U.S. presidential election say they wish they had someone other than Joe Biden or Donald Trump to choose from. Some of that has to do with the candidates' ages. But who are the younger voters backing one of the two? VOA Correspondent Scott Stearns reports.

Voice of America - Politics - 3 days ago

NASA says Artemis II report by its inspector general is unhelpful and redundant

"The redundancy in the above recommendations does not help."

Ars Technica - Science - 3 days ago

First interim report on foreign interference due Friday. Here's a look at key findings from the inquiry

The Foreign Interference Commission, which is probing interference by other countries in Canadian democracy, tables its first of two reports on Friday

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 3 days ago

Earth Receives Laser Message From 140 Million Miles Away In Deep Space

Earth has received a mysterious signal from deep space, American space agency NASA has revealed. The signal, which originated approximately 140 million miles away.

NDTV - Science - 3 days ago

Millions of Canadians need a family doctor. Here's how one B.C. recruiter attracts them -- Stephanie Dubois -- Radio -- - -- White Coat -- - -- Black Art -- |

Attracting a doctor to work in a smaller community today is tough as fewer physicians choose family medicine. That's why Cheryl Gnyp, the recruiter for the city of Castlegar, B.C., needs to stand out. She uses the board game Operation and specialized coffee as part of her pitch to potential recruits at conferences.

CBC News - Health - 3 days ago

Honeybees invaded a reporter's home, and upended everything she thought she knew about them -- Sheena Goodyear -- Radio

When honeybees invaded Sarah Kliff's house, nobody wanted to help her get rid of them. And she, too, wanted to save the bees. But when she started digging into it, she discovered something that shocked her — honeybees don’t need our protection.

CBC News - World - 3 days ago

SK hynix reports explosive sales for AI chips

ICHEON, Gyeonggi Province - SK hynix is cementing its leadership in AI chips as it has sold out all of this year’s production of high bandwidth memory (HBM) chip, an AI semiconductor, and is nearly sold out relative to production capacity for next year, CEO Kwak Noh-jung said Thursday.

Korea Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Global film and TV production down 7% this year following Hollywood strikes, report says

Global film and TV production in the first quarter of 2024 was down 7% from the same time last year, according to a report by ProdPro.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 4 days ago

Vendor that mishandled Pennsylvania virus data to pay $2.7 million in federal whistleblower case

A staffing company that performed COVID-19 contact tracing for Pennsylvania and exposed the private medical information of about 72,000 residents will pay $2.7 million in a settlement with the U.S.

AP News - Technology - 4 days ago

Dental care program accepting claims for 1 million seniors

Citizens' Services Minister Terry Beech says 1,200 seniors have already visited a dentist and had their claims processed by the federal government's new dental care plan.

CTV News - Health - 4 days ago

REPORT: Fox Seeks $7 Million for a 30-Second Super Bowl Commerical

Fox is opening bids to buy air time by asking at least $7 million for a 30-second commercial during next year's big game.

Breitbart - Sports - 4 days ago

UnitedHealth CEO tells lawmakers the company paid hackers a $22 million ransom

Senators questioned UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty on Wednesday about a cyberattack on its subsidiary Change Healthcare.

CNBC - Technology - 4 days ago

There's an Under-$2 Million Breuer House for Sale -- The owners of the Croton-on-Hudson three-bedroom won't consider "anyone who's remotely thinking about tearing it down."

The owners of the Croton-on-Hudson three-bedroom won’t consider “anyone who’s remotely thinking about tearing it down.”

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Apple working to fix alarming iPhone issue -- Users have been reporting unexpected lie-ins after the alarms on their phones failed to go off.

Users have been reporting unexpected lie-ins after the alarms on their phones failed to go off.

BBC News - Technology - 4 days ago

State Bills Jamey Noel $4 Million They Say He, Family Spent Unlawfully

An Indiana audit released Monday by state accountants seeks $4.3 million from former sheriff Jamey Noel and his family as reimbursements for what auditors called "unlawful" luxury purchases made with fire agency funds.

Inside Edition - Weird - 4 days ago

REPORT: Transgender Athlete to Compete in National Women's Water Polo Championship

A transgender athlete will compete in the national women's water polo championship this weekend at Texas A&M University.

Breitbart - Sports - 4 days ago

Hosting costs for 2026 FIFA World Cup in Vancouver may hit $581-million

Organizers of the seven FIFA World Cup soccer matches coming to Vancouver in 2026 say the estimated cost of hosting the event will be between $483-million and $581-million, including costs for the city, the province and stadium upgrades. (Apr. 30)

The Globe and Mail - Business - 4 days ago

RTÉ controversies: New report finds multiple 'compliance failings' at broadcaster

Prof Niamh Brennan’s long-awaited report on RTÉ is said to have exercised ‘restraint’ on question of apportioning blame on individuals

Irish Times - Politics - 4 days ago

Exploring ethics of advanced AI assistants -- Artificial intelligence assistants may soon be able to do much more than play your favorite music or call your mom, but some Google researchers warn about possible ethical dilemmas. CBS News reporter Erica Brown has more.

Artificial intelligence assistants may soon be able to do much more than play your favorite music or call your mom, but some Google researchers warn about possible ethical dilemmas. CBS News reporter Erica Brown has more.

CBS News - Technology - 5 days ago

Biden administration contemplating bringing Palestinian refugees into US: Report

The Biden administration is contemplating helping bring Gazan refugees into the U.S.

Washington Examiner - World - 5 days ago

DEA to reclassify marijuana as a lower-risk drug, reports say

Marijuana to move from Schedule 1, the most dangerous drug group, to Schedule 3.

Ars Technica - Science - 5 days ago

The Los Angeles Lakers Are Open To Drafting LeBron James' Son Bronny: Report

The NBA legend has previously expressed a desire to one day play in the league with his elder son.

Huffington Post - Sports - 5 days ago

Chinese Coast Guard Fires Water Cannons at Philippine Vessels in the Latest South China Sea Incident -- There were no immediate reports of injuries in the incident off Scarborough Shoal, one of two hotly disputed areas where...

There were no immediate reports of injuries in the incident off Scarborough Shoal, one of two hotly disputed areas where confrontations between China and the Philippines have flared on and off since last year.

Military.com - US News - 5 days ago

Tesla to cut hundreds more jobs in Musk cost push: report

New York: Tesla plans hundreds of additional job cuts beyond a recent company wide layoff as it cracks down on costs in a tough electric vehicle marke...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 5 days ago

TikTok blocks 37 million suspicious product listings from its online shop

The social media giant’s latest safety report for its e-commerce platform says it also blocked two million account registrations.

Evening Standard - Technology - 5 days ago

Doctors report first case of brain disease from inhaling fentanyl

Oregon patient lost consciousness after white matter became inflamed and risked irreversible loss of brain function and possibly death

Independent UK - Science - 5 days ago

99 Million-Year-Old Amber Offers Rare Glimpse Of Dinosaur Era

In a discovery akin to stepping back into the ancient world, Israeli scientists uncovered a new species of flea preserved in amber. This remarkable find offers a rare glimpse into the distant past, approximately 99 million years ago.

NDTV - Science - 5 days ago

CBS Reports - Anything for Love: The Romance Scam Epidemic - Romance scammers drain billions of dollars from people seeking love, and their tactics have evolved in sinister ways in the online age. CBS News goes inside this devastating epidemic unfolding largely in secret, following the journey of an Illinois woman seeking answers after her mother's mysterious death. Apr 28 - 21:41

Romance scammers drain billions of dollars from people seeking love, and their tactics have evolved in sinister ways in the online age. CBS News goes inside this devastating epidemic unfolding largely in secret, following the journey of an Illinois woman seeking answers after her mother’s mysterious death.

CBS News - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Air Force MQ-9 Crashed in Africa Last Year Due to Engine Failure, Report Details -- Nearly 10 hours into the MQ-9's flight, a "propulsion system anomaly" occurred, causing the pilot of the remotely controlled...

Nearly 10 hours into the MQ-9's flight, a "propulsion system anomaly" occurred, causing the pilot of the remotely controlled aircraft to shut off the engines and steer it to the water after being unable to fly to a recoverable location.

Military.com - Technology - 6 days ago

Nuclear: €300 million state aid for French small modular reactors

The European Commission has approved a €300 million State aid grant for Nuward, a French developer of small modular nuclear reactors (SMR), to test its technology with more support expected before the project starts in 2030.

Euractiv - Environment - 6 days ago

East Cocalico Twp. property sold for nearly $2.3 million [Deeds recorded: April 29, 2024]

The following were recorded at the Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds Office for April 15-19:

Lancaster Online - Top Stories - 6 days ago

No Place Like Home | CBS Reports -- CBS Reports goes to Illinois, which has one of the highest rates of institutionalization in the country, to understand the challenges families face keeping their developmentally disabled loved ones at home.

CBS Reports goes to Illinois, which has one of the highest rates of institutionalization in the country, to understand the challenges families face keeping their developmentally disabled loved ones at home.

CBS News - Top Stories - 7 days ago

Nearly 23% of the Canadian population reported food insecurity in 2022 -- Jenna Benchetrit -- News -- - -- Business -- |

Canada’s poverty rate rose to 9.9 per cent in 2022, approaching pre-pandemic levels as government financial benefits introduced during the COVID-19 crisis ended, according to a Statistics Canada report released Friday.

CBC News - Business - 7 days ago

Betting on Trump to fail has made his stock shorters millions

Wall Street investors have made tens of millions of dollars by betting the stock price of Trump social media business Truth Social will fall.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 9 days ago

Fishing by dodgy fleets hurts economies, jobs in developing countries: Report

Companies implicated in illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing can have a serious impact on the economies, job opportunities and overall welfare of the developing countries in whose waters they operate, according to a recent report from London-based global affairs think tank the ODI. The report, released Feb. 16, used consolidated fisheries and satellite data […]

Mongabay - Environment - 9 days ago

Half a million firms in financial distress as UK's economy stagnates

Firms struggling with high interest rates, brittle consumer confidence and high levels of debt accrued during the pandemic

Independent UK - Business - 9 days ago

Rocket Report: SLS workforce cuts; New Glenn launch to launch in the early fall

"This is a vital component in our preparations for launch."

Ars Technica - Science - 9 days ago

Letta's tech insights: Taking a dive into the report

Together with Andrea Renda, Senior Research Fellow and Head of the CEPS Unit on Global Governance, Regulation, Innovation and the Digital Economy, we break down the Letta report's key technological insights.

Euractiv - Technology - 10 days ago

Millions of IPs remain infected by USB worm years after its creators left it for dead

Ability of PlugX worm to live on presents a vexing dilemma: Delete it or leave it be.

Ars Technica - Business - 10 days ago

Crystalized in amber: Israeli researchers uncover a type of bug from 99 million years ago

Researchers say ancient bug encased in amber from Myanmar exhibits unique features previously unseen in insects preserved in amber

YNET News - Science - 10 days ago

Telecom complaints jump 43% as Rogers accounts for one-quarter of grievances, report finds

The report by the Commission for Complaints for Telecom-Television Services found an ‘alarming’ rise in those related to overcharges on bills

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 10 days ago

Apple Close to Finalizing Deal With FIFA Over TV Rights For New Club World Cup Tournament: Report

The deal with Apple could be announced as soon as this month and valued at around $1 billion.

NDTV - Technology - 10 days ago

Apple Vision Pro production cut because of low demand, report claims

Vision Pro has been on shelves for nearly three months – but not enough of them may be leaving those shelves

Independent UK - Technology - 11 days ago

131 million in U.S. live in areas with unhealthy pollution levels, lung association finds

The report also found that people in the United States experienced more “very unhealthy” or “hazardous” air quality days than any time in the survey’s history.

NBC News - Science - 11 days ago

Biden Administration Finalizes Rule To Expand Overtime Pay To Millions Of Salaried Workers

The US Department of Labor announced a final rule that will extend overtime pay eligibility to around 4 million salaried workers, surpassing previous regulations.

International Business Times - US News - 11 days ago

3.6 million Medicare patients could get Wegovy coverage for heart health: study

For the first time, some Medicare beneficiaries will be able to access Novo Nordisk's Wegovy without having to shoulder the total monthly price tag.

CNBC - Health - 11 days ago

TikTok wasted millions of dollars trying to stop US ban, data reveals

Lobbying and ad campaign failed to stop bill passing through US Senate

Independent UK - Technology - 11 days ago

Fallout Games Surge as Prime Video TV Series Helps Drive Close to 5 Million Players in a Single Day

Fallout TV series released on Amazon Prime Video on April 10.

NDTV - Technology - 11 days ago

A quarter million tons to Mars: SpaceX's ambitious vision

Following three experimental flights of Starship, Elon Musk unveiled SpaceX's updated vision, which includes plans for ten launches per day to Mars and the ambition to dominate over 99 percent of the activity in Earth's orbit

YNET News - Science - 12 days ago

Apple announces event for May 7 amid reports of new iPad model launches

Apple is also scheduled to hold its Worldwide Developers Conference from June 10 to June 14

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 12 days ago

DJ Khaled Net Worth 2024: The Music Mogul's Major Key To Millions

DJ Khaled's career in music and business has left fans wondering: how much is this mogul worth?

International Business Times - Entertainment - 12 days ago

Growing up in a war zone affects millions of children around the world permanently.

Around the world, children are disproportionately bearing the brunt of war. Childhood traumas can permanently change how the brain develops, but the effects often aren’t seen until adulthood.

Deutsche Welle - Science - 12 days ago

Millions could lose internet access in California if this program expires

The Affordable Connectivity Program, which offers a $30 subsidy, helping millions of households across the U.S. connect to the internet, is slated to expire.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 13 days ago

Verizon reports fewer quarterly subscriber losses on flexible plan demand

Verizon said last month that a majority of its customers were opting for its premium, customizable myPlan option, which has resonated well with consumers

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 13 days ago

Manheim Township property sold for $1.28 million [Deeds recorded: April 22, 2024]

The following were recorded at the Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds Office for April 8-12:

Lancaster Online - Top Stories - 13 days ago

Rare COVID-19 infection lasting 613 days was reported

Researchers from the Netherlands have reported an extremely long COVID-19 infection in a man who died last year – and warn of the emergence of more...

Daily Sabah - Health - 14 days ago

Number of soldiers needing psychological care to rise to 10,000, report shows

Defense Ministry prepares to admit some 20,000 new wounded soldiers by end of 2024, as 8,000 of them are expected to grapple with various psychological responses such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other symptoms

YNET News - Science - 16 days ago

Netflix to stop reporting subscriber tally

Netflix on April 18 unexpectedly announced that it will stop reporting subscriber numbers each quarter, a decision seen as a sign that years of customer gains in the streaming wars are coming to an end.

The Globe and Mail - Business - 16 days ago

Father says daughter's cancer treatment 'million times harder' than marathon

Benedict Barton is running the London Marathon for Great Ormond Street Hospital which treated his daughter Sky, now four, with targeted chemotherapy.

Evening Standard - Health - 16 days ago

The total solar eclipse brought millions together to witness the rare once-in-a-generation moment. NBC's Tom Costello reports for TODAY.

The total solar eclipse brought millions together to witness the rare once-in-a-generation moment. NBC’s Tom Costello reports for TODAY.

NBC News - Science - 17 days ago

Reporter Apologizes After Awkward Moment With Caitlin Clark

A cringeworthy moment was captured at Caitlin Clark's first press conference with the Indiana Fever. Off camera, a reporter made Clark’s signature heart-hands gesture.

Inside Edition - Entertainment - 17 days ago

Scripps Research reports progress toward creating vaccine against the harmful 'zombie' drug xylazine

An experimental vaccine blocked the toxic effects of the drug — which is frequently added to heroin and illicit fentanyl — in experiments conducted on rodents, according to research published this month

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Science - 17 days ago

U.N. report points to gap of inequality in sexual and reproductive health worldwide

Study: An African woman is roughly 130 times more likely to die from pregnancy and childbirth complications than a woman in Europe or North America.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 18 days ago

Cyber unicorn Armis buys Israeli startup Silk Security for $150 million

Armis will integrate Silk’s technology to create a comprehensive AI-driven platform for monitoring and managing cyberthreats and security vulnerabilities

Times of Israel - Business - 18 days ago

Telegram boss says messaging app hits 900 million users

Dubai: The encrypted messaging app Telegram has reached more than 900 million active users and should pass the one billion mark within a year, its bos...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 18 days ago

Psychological report demands social media platforms protect kids

The American Psychological Association is out with a new report calling for more to be done to protect young people from the potential dangers of social media. NBC’s Emilie Ikeda reports and family therapist Thomas Kersting joins TODAY with what parents can do now.

NBC News - Technology - 19 days ago

Mount Joy Twp. property sold for $13 million [Deeds recorded: April 15, 2024]

The following were recorded at the Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds Office for April 1-5:

Lancaster Online - Business - 20 days ago

Civil War Dispassionately Reports On The Last Days of America: Review

Alex Garland's apolitical dystopia explores what an America in collapse would look like.

Consequence of Sound - Top Stories - 23 days ago

Is any boss worth £19 million a year? One company just voted yes

Pascal Soriot was already the highest-paid leader of a FTSE 100 company, but his controversial new pay deal has ignited fierce debate over how much is too much for top bosses, writes James Moore

Independent UK - Business - 23 days ago

Ohtani interpreter stole more than $16 million from baseball star, feds allege

The charge comes after The Times reported on allegations by Dodger Shohei Ohtani that Ippei Mizuhara engaged in 'massive theft' from the ballplayer's bank account.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 24 days ago

Scientists solve mystery of why star pair has more than a million-year age gap

The stars likely had a violent past in their formation, researchers believe.

Independent UK - Science - 24 days ago

Heatwaves put millions of children in Asia at risk: UN

Bangkok: Massive heatwaves across East Asia and the Pacific could place millions of children at risk, the UN warned Thursday, calling for action to pr...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 24 days ago

Unsupervised: Military Child Care Centers Slow to Report Abuse with Little Oversight -- A Military.com investigation into military day care centers revealed that service branch rules generally prioritize...

A Military.com investigation into military day care centers revealed that service branch rules generally prioritize protecting the institution, keep parents in the dark while officials formulate a public relations response.

Military.com - Opinion - 25 days ago

Israeli cyber unicorn Cyera raises $300 million in funding

Founded just three years ago, company value now estimated at $1.4 billion; CEO Yotam Segev: 'We are considering acquisitions and wish to enter the competitive market with considerable force'

YNET News - Technology - 25 days ago

"Menopause does not mean you have to suffer": An OB-GYN on breaking the stigma -- About one million women​ in the United States experience menopause every year, but it's still surrounded by stigma - something Dr. Sharon Malone is trying to change.

About one million women​ in the United States experience menopause every year, but it's still surrounded by stigma — something Dr. Sharon Malone is trying to change.

CBS News - Health - 26 days ago

Comic featuring Superman's debut sells for record-breaking $6 million

An original print edition of the comic book that introduced Superman to the world sold at an auction on Thursday for a record-breaking $6 million.

Fox News - Business - 29 days ago

Ireland divests millions from six Israeli companies, report says

Irish government's sovereign wealth fund says will unload holdings in 5 Israeli banks and supermarket chain due to operations in West Bank settlements

YNET News - Business - 29 days ago

Got an F in Algebra? Brazilian President says '12.3 million children were killed in Gaza and Israel'

In a nationwide conference on children's and youth rights, Brazilian President Da Silva said the number of children who died during the Israel-Gaza war eclipses 12 million, when the real number is around 30,000; In the past, Da Silva has equated Israel's actions to Hitler's genocide

YNET News - World - 1 month ago

10-year Treasury yield jumps after stronger-than-expected March jobs report

Treasury yields moved slightly higher Friday morning in the wake of closely watched nonfarm payrolls data for March.

CNBC - World - 1 month ago

New gaming-focused venture capital unveils $35 million fund

The burgeoning reputation of Türkiye in the mobile gaming industry has captured not only local but also global investors' attention. It all began...

Daily Sabah - Business - 1 month ago

Global prostate cancer cases set to double by 2040: Lancet report

The number of new prostate cancer cases around the world will more than double over the next two decades as poorer countries catch up with the aging of...

Daily Sabah - Health - 1 month ago

10-year Treasury yield dips as investors look ahead to Friday jobs report

The 10-year Treasury yield was also slightly lower Thursday as investors monitored fresh initial jobless claims and trade deficit data.

CNBC - World - 1 month ago

IDF's AI-based system identifies 37,000 targets, report

IDF uses 'Lavender' to identify low-ranking Hamas operatives before airstrikes according to sources speaking to a UK publication; Paper says unlike Hamas IDF adheres to laws of war, proportionality and precautions; IDF says AI technology 90% accurate

YNET News - Technology - 1 month ago

WhatsApp outages reported worldwide

Doha, Qatar: Messaging application WhatsApp is currently suffering an outage worldwide, as per posts on social media. The application was down for...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 1 month ago

EDITORIAL -- The world needs Evan Gershkovich -- As the first anniversary of the unjust imprisonment of the Wall Street Journal reporter approaches, it's time for Moscow authorities to free him.

As the first anniversary of the unjust imprisonment of the Wall Street Journal reporter approaches, it’s time for Moscow authorities to free him.

Boston Globe - Opinion - 1 month ago

Raising the Stakes | CBS Reports -- As more states legalize gambling, online sportsbooks have spent billions courting the next generation of bettors. And now, as mobile apps offer 24/7 access to placing wagers, addiction groups say more young people are seeking help than ever before. CBS Reports explores what experts say is a hidden epidemic lurking behind a sports betting bonanza that's leaving a trail of broken lives.

As more states legalize gambling, online sportsbooks have spent billions courting the next generation of bettors. And now, as mobile apps offer 24/7 access to placing wagers, addiction groups say more young people are seeking help than ever before. CBS Reports explores what experts say is a hidden epidemic lurking behind a sports betting bonanza that's leaving a trail of broken lives.

CBS News - Top Stories - 1 month ago

No brain damage reported after 'Havana syndrome': New research

A series of tests conducted on U.S. diplomats and other government staff who experienced the 'Havana syndrome' found no evidence of brain injuries,...

Daily Sabah - Science - 1 month ago

An Oregon Bill to Cut Millions in Timber Taxes Is Dead, Despite Backing by the Industry, the Governor and a Top Lawmaker

The legislation aimed to reformulate how Oregon funds the rising costs of fighting wildfires. It sparked debate within the Democratic-controlled Legislature about who should pay: taxpayers or big timber owners, who won steep tax cuts in the 1990s.

ProPublica - Politics - 1 month ago

US cyber giant Zscaler acquires Israeli startup Avalor for $350 million

The Israeli startup, which raised $25 million in Series A funding last April, will operate as an independent unit within Zscaler and continue the development of its data solutions to enhance Zscaler's cloud security platform

YNET News - Business - 1 month ago

Amazon reportedly has more AI features in development for Astro robot

Amazon's robot Astro reportedly has future new artificial intelligence integrations in development. The technology has been referred to as 'Burnham,' Business Insider reported.

Fox News - Business - 1 month ago

Rod Stewart's Beverly Hills mansion on market for $80 million

Rod Stewart raised the asking price of his Beverly Hills mansion to $80 million more than six months after listing the three-acre Los Angeles estate with tennis courts.

Fox News - Business - 1 month ago

Despite 'Barbie,' Women Not Getting Movie Lead Roles: Report

The share of Hollywood films with women in the lead role fell last year, new research showed Thursday, despite standout successes like "Barbie."

International Business Times - Entertainment - 1 month ago

Ancient stone tools found in Ukraine date to over 1 million years ago, and may be oldest in Europe

Ancient stone tools found in western Ukraine may be the oldest known evidence of early human presence in Europe.

AP News - Science - 1 month ago

Iranian cyber unit targets Israel's defense, aviation sectors, report says

Google study finds Revolutionary Guards-affiliated group gathered information that 'could be exploited for espionage purposes and potentially for offensive operations'

YNET News - Technology - 2 months ago

Israeli defense titan Elbit lands $600 million deal with Australian Armed Forces

Firm says will supply Australian army's Redback infantry fighting vehicles with advanced systems in 5-year deal

YNET News - Technology - 2 months ago

Severe Complications for Pregnant Veterans Nearly Doubled in the Last Decade, a GAO Report Finds

The report, which notes that Black women have a higher rate of complication, recommends that the VA collect more data on mental health, race and ethnicity to understand the reasons for the disparity.

ProPublica - Health - 2 months ago

US plans to send arms to Israel amid Biden's push for ceasefire: Report

The US Embassy in Jerusalem drafted an assessment of arms to be transferred which said that the Israeli government requested 'rapid acquisition of these items for the defense of Israel against continued and emerging regional threats'

First Post - World - 2 months ago

India's wearable market grows by 34%, smartwatches grew by 73% YoY, reveals IDC report

India's wearable market has grown significantly, with shipments crossing a record-breaking 134.2 million units. TWS particularly flourished, surging to a record 67.4 per cent from 55.3 per cent, whereas smartwatches went from 73 per cent year-on-year growth, with 53.4 million units shipped

First Post - Technology - 2 months ago

English clubs' revenue almost equals Spain, Germany combined: UEFA report

The 20 English Premier League clubs combined had as much revenue as all 642 clubs in the 50 countries outside the big five leagues of England, Spain, Germany, Italy and France

First Post - Sports - 2 months ago

Toxic Fog | CBS Reports -- In February 2023, a quiet community in Ohio was blindsided by disaster when a train derailed and authorities decided to unleash a plume of toxic smoke in an attempt to avoid an explosion. Days later, residents and the media thought the story was over, but in fact it was just beginning. What unfolded in East Palestine is a cautionary tale for every town and city in America.

In February 2023, a quiet community in Ohio was blindsided by disaster when a train derailed and authorities decided to unleash a plume of toxic smoke in an attempt to avoid an explosion. Days later, residents and the media thought the story was over, but in fact it was just beginning. What unfolded in East Palestine is a cautionary tale for every town and city in America.

CBS News - Top Stories - 2 months ago

The End of Affirmative Action | CBS Reports -- In the aftermath of the Supreme Court striking down affirmative action in college admissions, CBS Reports examines the fog of uncertainty for students and administrators who say the decision threatens to unravel decades of progress.

In the aftermath of the Supreme Court striking down affirmative action in college admissions, CBS Reports examines the fog of uncertainty for students and administrators who say the decision threatens to unravel decades of progress.

CBS News - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Nearly 10,000 COVID deaths reported globally last month, fueled by holiday gatherings and new variant

The World Health Organization says holiday gatherings and the reigning coronavirus variant globally led to increased infections and deaths last month.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 3 months ago

WATCH: Irish reporter in USA told 'Go f*** yourself' when asking Trump fan's name for interview

AN IRISH reporter working in the United States has shared a clip of the reality of working with p...

Irish Post - Weird - 4 months ago

BBC reporter Phil McCann goes viral covering petrol shortage

A BBC reporter has gone viral due to his apt name while covering the petrol crisis in Britain.A ...

Irish Post - Weird - 4 months ago

Biden points to Gaza hostages when asked about Israeli tunnel flooding reports

The Israeli military has begun pumping seawater into Hamas' tunnel complex in Gaza, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday citing unnamed U.S. officials, adding that the process would likely take weeks.

Reuters - World - 4 months ago

Think twice before scanning a QR code - here's why -- More than 90 million consumers will scan a QR code this year. But the technology can also facilitate identity theft.

More than 90 million consumers will scan a QR code this year. But the technology can also facilitate identity theft.

CBS News - Business - 4 months ago

Millions of People Used Tainted Breathing Machines. The FDA Failed to Use Its Power to Protect Them.

The FDA’s complaint-tracking system for medical devices allowed Philips to obscure when it knew about dangerous CPAPs. New reporting shows the regulatory lapses extend to many devices and companies.

ProPublica - Health - 4 months ago

Child poverty levels in the UK worst among world's richest nations, UNICEF report finds

Child income poverty rates in the United Kingdom were the highest among the world's richest countries, a report by U.N. children's agency UNICEF said, ranking bottom of the table for changes in those rates in the past decade.

Reuters - Health - 4 months ago

'Pumpkins saved my business but almost squashed me' -- Kim Innes founded Humble Crumble, a crumble bakery that's sold more than half a million sweet treats.

Kim Innes founded Humble Crumble, a crumble bakery that’s sold more than half a million sweet treats.

BBC News - Business - 5 months ago

Millions of women to get the pill at pharmacies under new NHS plans

Women across England will be spared the inconvenience of having to make a GP appointment in order to obtain contraceptives

Independent UK - Health - 5 months ago

Byju's to slash 5,000 more jobs to decrease costs: Report

The edtech firm, valued at $22 billion last year, has experienced a series of business setbacks, including its auditor and board members quitting. In the last few months, it has also been negotiating the repayment of a $1.2 billion loan

First Post - Business - 7 months ago

Biden Administration Commits $200 Million to Help Reintroduce Salmon in Columbia River

Dams had blocked salmon’s passage, driving them toward extinction and violating tribal fishing rights. The money will fully fund Native tribes’ plans to bring fish back to the region.

ProPublica - Environment - 7 months ago

Abramovich flew to Ankara, might sell Chelsea FC to Turkish billionaire: report

Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, the owner of the Chelsea Football Club, flew to Turkey on Wednesday, as he aims to finalize the sale of Chelsea, according to a special report by the Dailymail news website.

Turkish Minute - Sports - 9 months ago

Fintechs Made "Massive Profits" on PPP Loans and Sometimes Engaged in Fraud, House Committee Report Finds

An investigation that began after reporting by ProPublica finds lax anti-fraud standards, executives who cashed in for themselves and contempt for small loan applications that would generate minimal fees. “Delete them,” one executive wrote.

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago

Real Money, Fake Musicians: Inside a Million-Dollar Instagram Verification Scheme

A jeweler. A plastic surgeon. An OnlyFans Model. They and others received a blue check in likely the biggest Instagram verification scheme revealed to date. After ProPublica started asking questions, Meta removed badges from over 300 accounts.

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago

China Publishes, Then Deletes Report of Potential Alien Signals

Observations from a radio telescope almost certainly aren't evidence of aliens, but we'd love to know more about these alleged signals.

Gizmodo - Science - 1 year ago