Google to Put Warnings on Uk Businesses Using Fake Online Reviews

Blackstone puts First Eagle up for sale for $4bn

Decision to offload the business comes as private equity groups look to capitalise on a flurry of takeover activity

Financial Times - 4d

London chef puts a twist on Mexican classics

Chef Santiago Lastra is known for the way he blends Mexican cooking and techniques with British ingredients: His Michelin-starred restaurant Kol, which creates Mexican food without traditional ...

CBS News - 3d

Time to put Thames Water out of its misery

The government should place the struggling utility into special administration

Financial Times - 2d

Starmer offers to put British ‘boots on the ground’ in Ukraine

UK prime minister expected to meet Trump this month and try to persuade him of Europe’s readiness to help secure peace

Financial Times - 2d

Black consumers put on notice amid DEI rollbacks

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Black consumers put on notice amid DEI rollbacks The NAACP is urging Black ...

The Hill - 1d

Meghan puts new label on jams and lifestyle range

The Duchess of Sussex reveals "As Ever" will be the new name for her home and cooking range.

BBC News - 10h

Documentarian Alex Gibney Teams Up With a Google Billionaire

The Oscar-winning filmmaker Alex Gibney has sold a majority stake in his Jigsaw Productions to the philanthropist Wendy Schmidt.

The New York Times - Feb. 7

Google officially updates name of 'Gulf of America'

Google Maps users in the U.S. will now see “Gulf of America” displayed over the body of water that was once labeled the “Gulf of Mexico.” Users in Mexico will still see the name “Gulf of Mexico,” ...

The Hill - Feb. 11

Google takes heat over 'Gulf of America' change

Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Google takes heat from Mexico over 'Gulf of America' change Mexico threatened to sue the tech giant over ...

The Hill - 5d

TikTok returns to Apple, Google app stores

TikTok has returned to the Apple and Google app stores.

CNBC - 4d

Apple, Google restore TikTok to their app stores

Since being pulled from Apple and Google stores last month, TikTok had remained operational for those in the U.S. who had already downloaded the app, though updates were unavailable.

CBS News - 4d

Apple and Google Restore TikTok to App Stores in the U.S.

The popular social media app was removed to comply with a new law that banned it in the United States. President Trump has paused enforcement of the ban.

The New York Times - 4d

Google, Apple return TikTok to U.S. app stores

TikTok has been restored to Google and Apple app stores in the United States for the first time Thursday night since January. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.

CBS News - 4d

Revealed: Google facilitated Russia and China’s censorship requests

An investigation has exposed the tech firm’s cooperation with autocratic regimes to remove unfavourable content. Google has cooperated with autocratic regimes around the world, including the ...

The Guardian - 3d

Far-right populists much more likely than the left to spread fake news – study

Amplifying misinformation is now part of radical right strategy, says Dutch study of tweets by MPs in 26 countries. Far-right populists are significantly more likely to spread fake news on social ...

The Guardian - Feb. 11

Teen 'serial swatter' who made hundreds of fake threats sentenced to 4 years in prison

A California teenager who pleaded guilty to making hoax shooting and bombing threats to institutions around the country will serve four years in federal prison.

NBC News - Feb. 11

Scarlett Johansson speaks out after fake viral videos of celebrities fighting Ye's antisemitism

Scarlett Johansson is urging lawmakers to regulate the use of AI after her likeness was used without her consent in a fake viral video that appears to show a handful of celebrities protesting the ...

NBC News - 6d

After a Fake AI Video Goes Viral, Scarlett Johansson Calls for Laws Restricting AI

Johansson is using her brand to advocate for AI protections for the general public.

Inc. - 5d

Dutch drug trafficker who once faked his own death killed in Mexico

Marco Ebben, 32, is listed by Europe's law enforcement agency's "most wanted fugitives" list for international drug smuggling.

CBS News - 3d

Warning signs to look for in relationship scams

With Valentine's Day approaching, there's a growing effort to warn people about a devastating scam known as the "relationship investment scam." In 2023 alone, nearly a quarter of all Americans said ...

CBS News - Feb. 11

What the January Jobs Report Means for Small Businesses

A slight cooling off of the labor market saw job creation falling behind expectations, but the unemployment rate dipped slightly too, Bureau of Labor Statistics data show.

Inc. - Feb. 7

3 Small Business Rules for Grabbing Attention

In a crowded digital landscape, standing out is crucial for small businesses. Here’s how.

Inc. - Feb. 9

Busy Presidential Day Ends at the Super Bowl

Before becoming the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl, Mr. Trump played a round of golf with Tiger Woods and announced he’d impose tariffs on metals.

The New York Times - Feb. 10

The FTC's antitrust litigation theatrics are damaging to businesses and consumers

The Federal Trade Commission's recent challenge to Microsoft's acquisition of Activision has been rejected by a federal court, highlighting the agency's inconsistent and overly broad approach to ...

The Hill - Feb. 10

KD shrugs off trade talk: 'Part of the business'

Kevin Durant addressed the widespread speculation that the Suns attempted to trade him at the deadline last week, saying "it's just part of the business."

ESPN - Feb. 11

Disney Refocuses Diversity Initiatives to Prioritize Business Outcomes

The entertainment giant joins other major companies rolling back and recasting its DEI policies.

Inc. - 6d

Castle opens busy weekend with Rising Stars MVP

Stephon Castle won the Rising Stars MVP trophy Friday night as his Team C beat the competition to earn a spot in Sunday's All-Star Game. In between, the Spurs rookie will compete in the slam dunk ...

ESPN - 3d

Anglo American sells nickel business for up to $500mn

Miner seeks to focus on copper and iron as it restructures after rebuffing BHP takeover attempt

Financial Times - 15h

Is it risky to open a CD with an online bank? What experts say

Online banks may offer better rates, but there are some potential drawbacks to take into account, too.

CBS News - Feb. 11

Here's How All Online Maps Are Handling the ‘Gulf of Mexico’ Name Change

Google is among the first companies to rename maps from Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America. Other software leaders, like Apple Maps, are starting to follow suit.

Wired - Feb. 11

India’s online brokers brace for profits hit after regulatory clampdown

Intervention to calm frenzied derivatives trading has brought down volumes by 70%

Financial Times - 6d

How To Get Free GTA Online Gear For Valentine's Day Right Now

It is Valentine's Day on February 14, and to celebrate, Rockstar Games is giving GTA Online players free stuff and offering up bonuses for couples-themed game modes.. Everyone who logs in to GTA ...

GameSpot - 5d

Rescued from virtual slavery in online scam centers, 260 foreigners repatriated

Thailand's army says some 260 people believed to have been trafficked and trapped into working in online scam centers are to be repatriated after they were rescued from Myanmar

ABC News - 5d

14 Best Couches We've Tested That You Can Buy Online (2025)

Refresh your space with a comfy sofa that arrives right at your doorstep.

Wired - 4d

Agency data shared by DOGE online sparks concern among intelligence community

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has sparked concerns within the intelligence community after it posted information about an agency to its website.

ABC News - 3d

Inside Germany, where posting hate speech online can be a crime

In the U.S., most of what we say online, even if it's hate filled, is protected by the First Amendment as free speech. But in Germany, prosecutors and cops police the internet.

CBS News - 2d

China hits out after U.S. changes wording on Taiwan policy online

China accused the United States of a “serious regression” in its position on Taiwan, after the State Department updated the Taiwan section of its website.

NBC News - 1d

Online searches for gambling addiction surge as sports betting expands, study finds

The study analyzed search queries mentioning gambling, addiction, addict, anonymous or hotline — such as gambling addiction hotline — from January 2016 through June 2024.

CBS News - 1d

RFEF decries online ref abuse after Bellingham red

RFEF said referees are sickened by the abuse Jose Munuera Montero has received since he showed Jude Bellingham a red card and the situation reflects the "hatred and verbal violence" match officials ...

ESPN - 6h

Google to Put Warnings on Uk Businesses Using Fake Online Reviews

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