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Google's New Privacy Plan Has Flaws, Regulator Says in Internal Documents
The Information Commissioner’s Office said in a draft report that Google’s proposed replacements for cookies have gaps that advertisers can exploit.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Google -
Jonathan Tetelman recalls his journey from a nightclub DJ to an international opera star
Jonathan Tetelman transformed from nightclub DJ to international opera starABC News - Entertainment -
The U.K. privacy regulator says Google's proposed replacements for cookies need to do more to protect consumer privacy, according to internal documents.
The U.K. privacy regulator says Google’s proposed replacements for cookies need to do more to protect consumer privacy, according to internal documents.The Wall Street Journal - World -
How much money Americans in their 30s saved in 2023—and how to save more, according to a CFP
Despite various financial burdens, people in their 30s managed to save the most out of any age group last year — and here's how they can save even more in 2024.CNBC - Business -
Artist evicted by London landlord cuts rent by commuting from Argentina
Andy Leek, creator of Notes to Strangers, made the move after finding himself unable to afford rising rents in UK capital. An artist who was made homeless after being evicted by his private landlord in London has started effectively commuting from ...The Guardian - World -
From WhatsApp to Greggs - why is tech going down more?
Experts say tech outages do seem to be happening more often.BBC News - Top stories -
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House advances Ukraine and Israel aid with rare support from more Democrats than Republicans
The House advanced four separate bills, including aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of delay and a bill that could ban TikTok in the U.S.NBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
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Nagelsmann pens new Germany deal until 2026
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has signed an extension to remain in his post past this summer's Euros, removing any chance that he will return to succeed Thomas Tuchel at Bayern Munich.ESPN - Sports -
Why are American roads so dangerous?
Bad driving is probably playing a bigger role in the fatality rate than larger cars and longer journeysFinancial Times - World -
Fake Tags Add to Real Chaos on American Roads
Officials are moving to increase enforcement and change laws in response to the rise in counterfeit or expired plates, which exploded during the pandemic.The New York Times - Top stories -
'Native Nations' Review: An Essential American History
Long before the arrival of Europeans in North America, indigenous communities built complex urban areas linked by diplomatic and trading networks.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Columbia, Free Speech and the Coddling of the American Right
If Columbia can’t protect free speech, what hope is there for America’s institutions?The New York Times - Top stories -
American Idol singer Mandisa dies aged 47
Tributes are being paid to the gospel singer who won a Grammy in 2014 for her record Overcomer.BBC News - Top stories -
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Germany arrests alleged Russian spies scouting U.S. military facilities
A German prosecutor says 2 German-Russian nationals were caught snooping around U.S. military facilities used to train Ukrainian forces.CBS News - World - Russia -
Literary love affair: why Germany fell for a windswept corner of Ireland
Tourists have been descending on Achill ever since Heinrich Böll wrote effusively about its inhabitants’ customs and idiosyncrasies. In 1954, the German writer Heinrich Böll landed in Ireland for the first time, headed west and kept going till he ...The Guardian - World -
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US envoy to UN visits Nagasaki A-bomb museum, pays tribute to victims
The American envoy to the United Nations has called for countries armed with atomic weapons to pursue nuclear disarmament as she visited the atomic bomb museum in Nagasaki, JapanABC News - World -
Rockies hitting coach Hensley Meulens' cockpit visit triggers FAA investigation
Meulens is seen in a since-deleted video sitting in one of the pilots' seats during a team charter from Denver to Toronto.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
A convicted rapist is charged with murder in the killing of a Connecticut visiting nurse
A convicted rapist has been charged with murder and attempted sexual assault in the killing of a visiting nurse at a Connecticut halfway house for sex offenders in OctoberABC News - Health -
Federal officials investigating cockpit visit by Rockies coach during United flight
Federal officials are investigating an unauthorized inflight cockpit visit by a coach for the Colorado Rockies during a United Airlines charter flightABC News - Sports -
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Want to Remember More? Make More Mistakes
A neuroscientist explains why errors in learning help forge our memories.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav received pay last year valued at $49.7 million, a 27% increase from 2022 and more than three times as much as the $15.6 million median pay of S&P 500 CEOs disclosed through late March.
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav received pay last year valued at $49.7 million, a 27% increase from 2022 and more than three times as much as the $15.6 million median pay of S&P 500 CEOs disclosed through late March.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Culling's rapid rise to London Marathon's elites
Five years ago, Anya Culling took more than four and a half hours to complete the London Marathon - but in 2024 she will take her place among the elites.BBC News - Top stories -
BBC presenter reports racist abuse on London train
Mary Mandefield said a group of men were racist and misogynistic to passengers in south London.BBC News - Top stories -
The powerful story of Dave and his 25 London Marathons
Dave Lock is running his 25th London Marathon for the Samaritans this year, a cause that has taken on further significance for him after the death of his brother, Steven, in 2023.BBC News - Top stories -
Lawmakers want to make China pay its trillion-dollar debt to Americans
When the People's Republic of China won recognition as China's rightful government, it also inherited its predecessor government's debtsThe Hill - Politics - China -
War in Gaza Causes Surprising Rift Within Japanese American Group
Activists in the Asian American community are pressuring organizations to re-evaluate their partnerships and to call for a cease-fire.The New York Times - Top stories -
Mandisa, 'American Idol' singer and Grammy winner, dies at 47
Grammy-winning singer Mandisa, who rose to fame on season five of “American Idol,” has died, her representative said Friday.NBC News - Top stories -
Mandisa Hundley, ‘American Idol’ Singer and Grammy Winner, Dies at 47
She performed and produced music with Christian themes and won a Grammy Award in 2013.The New York Times - Top stories -
By 2054, there will be 422,000 Americans over age 100. That poses a financial challenge
People are living longer than ever, a dynamic that puts stress on the traditional notion of retirement savings.CNBC - Business -
'American Idol' singer and Grammy winner Mandisa dies at 47
Mandisa, who competed on season 5 of "American Idol," has died, the singer's rep confirmed to ABC News.ABC News - Top stories -
Americans split on whether Trump will, should be convicted in hush money case: Poll
Americans are split on whether former President Trump will be convicted in his New York hush money case, according to a poll released Friday. The Economist/YouGov poll found that 24 percent of Americans think the former president is going to be ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Mandisa, Grammy-winning singer and "American Idol" alum, dead at 47
The singer was found deceased at her home, a representative said.CBS News - Entertainment -
FA Cup replays backlash, Nagelsmann extends Germany deal: football news – live
News, Premier League previews and European reactionBarney Ronay: City fail to deliver as Madrid’s power tellsMeanwhile in the Championship, a host of former Premier League sides are nervously peering down rather than optimistically looking up. ...The Guardian - World -
Julian Nagelsmann extends Germany contract: Where can Bayern Munich turn after missing another manager target?
The former Bavarian boss opts to extend his deal with Germany national team and Euro 2024 hostsCBS Sports - Sports -