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A Billionaire Has a Plan to Save the Internet—Buying TikTok Is the Next Step
Frank McCourt, the real estate mogul and former LA Dodgers owner, wants to go all in on the Decentralized Social Networking Protocol.Wired - Tech - Tiktok -
On TikTok, Goldendoodles Are People Trapped in Dog Bodies
TikTok is onto goldendoodles, the designer dog breed that is a cross between golden retriever and poodle, noting that they exhibit quite a few person-like qualities.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Apple Intelligence Won’t Work on Hundreds of Millions of iPhones—but Maybe It Could
Older iPhones might well be able to cope with Apple’s AI, so why won’t your $900 year-old model run it? Here’s why.Wired - Tech - Apple -
Are you experienced? How your years in the labor force could work against you.
Age-discrimination suit against Raytheon highlights challenges older workers can faceMarketWatch - Business -
Radiation could pose challenge to putting people on Mars
Radiation levels during a solar storm were the equivalent of getting 30 chest X-rays.The Hill - Politics -
Urban Tandoor Lures Customers With Campy TikTok Videos
Urban Tandoor, an Indian restaurant in southwest England, is using terrible music video parodies made by its staff to bring in new and younger guests.The New York Times - World - Tiktok -
Parisians on TikTok Plead: ‘Don’t Come’ to Paris for the Olympics
Parisians are using the social media app to vent their displeasure with hosting the Games — and to send warnings to tourists.The New York Times - World - Tiktok -
Canadian auto parts billionaire Frank Stronach accused of sexually assaulting 3 complainants
A court document filed this week shows Austrian-Canadian auto parts billionaire Frank Stronach is accused of sexually assaulting three different complainants in alleged incidents that took place in Toronto and Aurora, OntarioABC News - World -
Goodbye, Work Friends
After four years, as she prepares to hand off to her successor, our workplace advice columnist reflects on the rewards and the frustrations of office life.The New York Times - Business -
Leaders hope for first sketch marks of Ukraine peace plan at summit
Dozens of world leaders are attending the event in Switzerland, but Russia is not invited.BBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Sony Buys Alamo Drafthouse Movie-Theater Chain
The deal for the dine-in theater chain comes as Hollywood grapples with how to encourage more consumers to go to the movies.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Kirin to Buy Japan Supplement Maker Fancl
Kirin Holdings plans to acquire Japanese cosmetics and dietary-supplement maker Fancl for more than $1.4 billion as part of efforts to expand its health business.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
Tesco says shoppers are buying more as confidence returns
The UK's largest retailer reports higher sales, but controversy persists over its boss's pay package.BBC News - Top stories -
The Jabra Elite 8 Active earbuds are the best I've ever run with
The Jabra Elite 8 Active earbuds offer big sound and a comfortable, stay-put fit that's great for running.CBS Sports - Sports -
South African parties agree to form first-ever coalition government
South Africa is to have its first coalition government in the wake of an election that saw the late Nelson Mandela's party lose its majority.CBS News - Top stories -
South African parties agree to form first-ever coalition government
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The "Robin Hood of TikTok" calls out excess of social media
As social media's impact on children's mental health is being increasingly investigated, teacher Shabaz Ali is using his own distinctive voice to undermine the curated excess people see online.CBS News - Top stories -
The "Robin Hood of TikTok" calls out excess of social media
As social media's impact on children's mental health is being increasingly investigated, teacher Shabaz Ali is using his own distinctive voice to undermine the curated excess people see online.CBS News - Entertainment -
Labour would never seek to take UK back into EU, says Rayner
Opposition party has agreed to respect outcome of Brexit referendumFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Brazil seeks pro-Bolsonaro rioters who fled to Argentina
Country asks Argentina to identify rioters’ whereabouts and status before deciding to request extraditions. Brazil has asked Argentina for information about dozens of supporters of former president Jair Bolsonaro seeking refuge in the neighboring ...The Guardian - World - Brazil -
Graves, key McCarthy ally, opts against seeking reelection in Louisiana
Rep. Garret Graves (R-La.) announced Friday he will not run for reelection in November, capping off months of speculation over whether he would run for another term after redistricting impacted his House seat. Graves — who has served in the House ...The Hill - Politics -
Netflix VP of Games Mike Verdu to shift roles as company seeks replacement
Netflix announced that its gaming boss Mike Verdu is shifting into a new role in "game innovation," at least once they find a replacement.VentureBeat - Tech - Netflix -
Bank of Japan Plans to Reduce Bond Buying, Yen Weakens
In a decision seen as a step toward monetary tightening, the bank said it would reduce the amount of monthly government bond purchases, as it left its policy interest rate unchanged.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
BoJ to ‘significantly’ scale back bond buying in shift on ultra-loose policy
Yen weakens after Japanese central bank delays releasing details on plans to trim balance sheetFinancial Times - World -
Does it make more sense to buy or rent a property in the UK?
On average, buying a home with a capital and interest mortgage is 11 per cent more expensive than rentingFinancial Times - World -
Buying a home? 4 big reasons to lock in a mortgage rate this week
If you're planning to buy a home, it could make sense to lock in your rate soon. Here's why.CBS News - Top stories -
Does ICE's SmartLINK app work to track migrants?
Immigration and Customs Enforcement monitors more than a quarter-million migrants in the U.S. through smartphones, but ICE admits its latest technology faces challenges.CBS News - Politics -
'Mouse jigglers' pretending to work fired by bank
Wells Fargo has fired a number of workers, after reviewing claims of fake keyboard activity.BBC News - Top stories -
Blue Beetle Animated Series Is In The Works -- Report
The Blue Beetle movie had a very modest $130.8 million worldwide take when it hit theaters last year. While those numbers weren't high enough to guarantee a Blue Beetle sequel, DC Studios is reportedly planning an animated series that may feature ...GameSpot - Tech -
Why tariffs on Chinese EVs may not work
A few auto industry insiders are skeptical that tariffs will be able to hold off Chinese EV imports for long. Some say they may even do more harm than good.CNBC - Business -
Not suitable for trains: how Bridgerton’s longest ever sex scene set commuters’ pulses racing
Nicola Coughlan’s steamy start to the costume romp’s third season is the show’s most passionate yet – although it’s not the worst TV episode you could unwittingly watch on public transport…. This week I have seen more than one tweet from mortified ...The Guardian - World -
Pope Francis raises concerns about AI in first-ever pontiff address to G7
Pope Francis warned of the dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) in the first-ever address by a pontiff to the leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) countries Friday. Francis described the rapidly advancing technology as an “exciting and fearsome ...The Hill - Politics -
Farah Griffin: ‘Rage and retribution’ would be governing principle in second Trump term
Former White House communications director Alyssa Farah Griffin said she thinks “rage and retribution” would be a governing principle for former President Trump if he wins a second term. Farah Griffin joined Mediaite’s Aidan McLaughlin to discuss ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Kaylee McKeown swims second-fastest 200m backstroke ever at Australia Olympic Trials
Kaylee McKeown missed her world record by 16 hundredths of a second at Australia's Olympic Trials.Yahoo Sports - Sports - Australia -
Wells Fargo Fires Employees ‘Faking Work’—Raising Questions About Remote Work and Quiet Vacationing
The bank dismisses staff for feigning work using 'simulated keyboard activity,' as more bosses appear to be questioning whether their own home-based employees are wandering off the job.Inc. - Business -
Baltic Sea states seek joint action against rogue Russian oil fleet
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Louisiana GOP Rep. Garret Graves won't seek re-election after Supreme Court ruling on redistricting
Louisiana Rep. Garret Graves announced Friday that he would not seek re-election following a redistricting battle that was recently decided by the Supreme Court.NBC News - Politics -
A few midwives seek to uphold Native Hawaiian birth traditions. Would a state law jeopardize them?
A group of midwives who focus on traditional Native Hawaiian birth practices are trying to block a Hawaii law that requires midwives to obtain licensesABC News - Health -
Philippines seeks UN confirmation of its vast continental seabed in the disputed South China Sea
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Milan menswear seeks reassurance in nostalgia and artisanal craft, from Fendi to Dolce&Gabbana
Amid ongoing wars, hardening political divides and accelerating climate change, Milan designers made a play for escapism on the second day of Milan Fashion Week, mostly menswear previews for Spring-Summer 2025ABC News - World