Algorithms Policed Welfare Systems For Years. Now They're Under Fire for Bias
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Top stories - CBS News
Supreme Court allows limits on greenhouse gas emissions from coal-fired plants for now
The Supreme Court rejected requests for emergency relief from more than two dozen states and the energy industry.1 hour ago -
World - The Guardian
Elon Musk’s SpaceX accuses California of political bias over launch limits
Company sues after coastal commission cited CEO’s spread of misinformation on X in rejecting company’s proposal. Elon Musk ’s SpaceX has sued a California commission in federal court, accusing it ...2 hours ago - California -
Business - Inc.
Petitions to Unionize Doubled Under Biden Administration
Workers filed 3,286 bids with the government to form unions, the first increase in a presidential term since Gerald Ford left office in 1976.3 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
'RHONJ' alum Dina Manzo's ex sentenced to 7 years for mob assault of her now-husband
Thomas Manzo, the ex-husband of former 'RHONJ' star Dina Cantin (previously Dina Manzo), will serve seven years behind bars for hiring a mobster to assault the TV star's new beau.3 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
SpaceX sues California regulators over rejected launches, claiming political bias
SpaceX filed a lawsuit against a California commission Tuesday, accusing members of political bias after they rejected the aerospace company’s request to allow more rocket launches from an air base ...4 hours ago - California -
Politics - The Hill
Free speech is under attack — and the nation’s leaders are adding fuel to the fire
Freedom of expression is an abstract notion that only works when a citizenry understands it and commits to its functioning.5 hours ago -
Tech - Wired
Algorithms Policed Welfare Systems For Years. Now They're Under Fire for Bias
Human rights groups have launched a new legal challenge against the use of algorithms to detect error and fraud in France's welfare system, amid claims that single mothers are disproportionately ...7 hours ago -
Politics - NBC News
How Trump allies stoked election chaos in Detroit in 2020 — and what they're planning in 2024
What happened in Detroit in 2020 offers a unique window into how vigilante volunteers, misinformation and Trump-fueled distrust in elections can be weaponized.8 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Musk's SpaceX Sues California Regulator, Alleging Political Bias Over Rocket Launches
The suit, filed Tuesday in California’s central district, marks the billionaire’s latest volley in a long-running feud with the Golden State.8 hours ago - California -
Politics - The Hill
Media bias is a great disservice to the American public
The media's bias in the upcoming election has undermined their credibility with a large swath of the country, leading to a lack of trust in the media and a threat to democracy.10 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Zoo faces animal welfare and bullying allegations
Managers deny "each and every allegation" by former staff, who hand the BBC images of injured animals.16 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
Why the Sabres still believe they're a playoff team
Buffalo has a 13-year postseason drought, and lost three of its first four. With a similar cast of players as 2023-24, will the results be different?21 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Phoenix police under scrutiny after video shows violent arrest of disabled man
The arrest of a deaf Black man with cerebral palsy, who was repeatedly punched and Tased by a pair of Phoenix police officers in August and later charged with aggravated assault and resisting ...21 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
In Jordan, a ‘Stunning’ Discovery Under Petra’s Ancient Stone
A recent excavation has unearthed 12 human skeletons and a chamber of grave offerings near Petra’s Treasury building, a UNESCO World Heritage site.Yesterday -
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Police guns secured by seat belts - whistle blower
The regulator was contacted by a member of the public concerned how weapons were being transported.Yesterday -
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NHS patient-safety system to be overhauled
The health secretary sets out a review of six key bodies, as changes to the main regulator are unveiled.Yesterday -
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WATCH: Ohio police officer 'attacked' by inflatable pumpkin
Ohio police responding to reports of a runaway pumpkin arrived to find a giant inflatable Halloween decoration blocking traffic.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
U.S. sending missile defense system, troops to Israel
The U.S. is sending troops to Israel for the first time since the Oct. 7, 2023, attack by Hamas, along with a powerful air missile defense system. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio is ...Yesterday - Israel -
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Top stories - BBC News
‘I say bye to my kids, in case we don’t wake up’ – A year in Gaza under attack by Israel
Over the past year, Aya and Khalid have been filming their lives for a BBC documentary.2 days ago - Israel -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Teoscar Hernández's agent fires back at critics of one-year Dodgers deal: 'Who's laughing now?'
Teoscar Hernández is having a career year with the Dodgers, and his agent says the one-year, $23.5-million deal he signed has worked out after he was criticized for it.2 days ago - MLB -
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World - ABC News
Father of 10-year-old girl found dead in the UK called police from Pakistan to say he killed her
A jury has heard that the father of a 10-year-old girl found dead in her home in England fled to Pakistan and called U.K. police from there to say he had killed her2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - NBC News
Israeli strike on Gaza hospital ignites devastating fire
The Israeli military has launched a series of deadly strikes in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours, including on a flour distribution center, a school and a hospital where displaced Palestinians ...2 days ago - Israel -
Sports - ABC News
The NBA's parity era is here, with 6 champions in 6 years. Now Boston will try to buck that trend
There's never been an era in NBA history where it’s been harder to win back-to-back titles2 days ago -
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Top stories - CBS News
U.S. deploying troops, missile defense system to Israel
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has authorized the deployment of a missile defense system to Israel to support the country's air defense following Iran's recent strikes. A U.S. official tells CBS ...2 days ago - Israel -
Top stories - NBC News
US approves deployment of troops and antimissile system to Israel
The United States is deepening its role in the conflict between Israel and Hamas with the Pentagon announcing Sunday it will send one of its most advanced anti-missile systems to Israel along with ...2 days ago - Israel -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Starbucks Scales Back Discounts Under New CEO
Brian Niccol, the company’s new chief executive, is aiming to improve cafe operations and focus more on selling premium coffee while promoting seasonal drinks.2 days ago -
World - ABC News
Pakistani police fire tear gas and charge protesters in Karachi
Pakistani police fired tear gas and charged protesters in the southern city of Karachi after they tried to break through a security barricade3 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
US deploys advanced antimissile system in Israel
Rare move will involve sending American forces to operate Thaad battery for defence against further Iranian missile attacks3 days ago - Israel -
Top stories - NBC News
U.S. to send anti-missile system to Israel along with military crew to operate it
Intense overnight strikes in southern Lebanon; Israel releases Hamas documents3 days ago - Israel -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Global First Ladies Alliance Is a School for First Ladies (and First Gentlemen Are Welcome)
It’s a highly visible role that usually comes with no job description or salary. This group aims to assist. (And yes, first gentlemen are welcome.)4 days ago