Big Tech is shutting out our access to crucial data. Why does Congress allow it?
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Wired - Tech
US Senate Warns Big Tech to Act Fast Against Election Meddling
In an Intelligence Committee hearing with representatives from Google, Apple, and Meta on Wednesday, senators stressed that foreign influence is far from a solved problem.1 hour ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Why finding out about Sue Gray’s salary really matters
Chris Mason explains why the story about the prime minister's chief of staff earning £170,000 a year matters.1 hour ago -
ABC News - Tech
'Hidden Figures' of the space race receive Congress' highest honor at medal ceremony
The hidden figures of the space race have been recognized with Congress’ highest honor at a medal ceremony1 hour ago -
NBC News - Politics
Tech executives grilled over election disinformation
A top Senate committee grilled top tech executives today over the increasing number of foreign adversaries working to interfere online in the 2024 presidential election, including Iran, Russia and ...1 hour ago -
The Hill - Politics
Congress races to patch $3B Veterans Affairs shortfall
Lawmakers are moving quickly to pass emergency legislation to plug a roughly $3 billion shortfall facing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), as officials warn veterans' and survivors' benefits ...2 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
'Hidden Figures' of the space race receive Congress' highest honor at medal ceremony
The hidden figures of the space race have been recognized with Congress’ highest honor at a medal ceremony3 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
The Fed goes big — a nice jumpstart to lowering mortgage rates and boosting housing plays
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.6 hours ago - Mortgage -
CBS News - Top stories
AI-powered Windows laptops: Our hands-on review
Just what is AI doing in these new Windows machines? We found out exactly what Microsoft Copilot+ PCs actually do.6 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Watch live: Senate Intel panel to grill tech execs on election interference
Executives from Microsoft, Google's parent company Alphabet and Meta — which owns Facebook and Instagram — are providing testimony to the Senate Intelligence Committee Wednesday about attempts by ...6 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Telehealth is a lifeline for opioid use disorder. Congress must save it.
In a country where just 1 in 4 people in need of treatment services receive any, expanding access to buprenorphine via telehealth is the best way to connect more people to lifesaving care.7 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
This Company Is Giving Office Water Coolers a High-Tech Makeover. Hybrid Workers Are Big Fans
Bevi's sustainable water dispensers have seen less use post-pandemic--yet the company is hitting new revenue highs, thanks to hybrid employees' enthusiasm.8 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Trump Knows What He’s Doing in Springfield. So Does Vance.
When you start talking about people “poisoning the blood of our country,” this is where you end up. And it’s not over.9 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Where does Bryce Young currently rank among the worst No. 1 picks?
The quarterback — benched by the putrid Panthers just two games into his second season — still has time to turn his career around. Here's where he stands now.10 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
George Clooney reacts to Trump saying he should 'get out of politics': 'I will if he does'
George Clooney is responding to former President Trump's call that he should abandon politics and focus on his TV career, saying, "I will if he does." "He's a big fan of mine," the "Ocean's Eleven" ...11 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Business
G.M. Electric Vehicles Gain Access to Tesla Chargers
After a delay of several months, General Motors said owners of its battery-powered models would now be able to use Tesla charging stations with adapters.12 hours ago - Tesla -
CBS News - Top stories
Senate Republicans block legislation to protect IVF access
Senate Republicans on Tuesday blocked legislation designed to protect access to in vitro fertilization, or IVF, across the U.S. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.Yesterday - Republican Party -
VentureBeat - Tech
Skate. launches in early access in 2025; console playtesting begins in fall
Amidst discussion of EA's other franchises, Skate. got a shout-out as its developers reveal it's planned for an early access launch in 2025.Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
Order allows Ga. schools to pay players for NIL
Georgia's governor signed an order providing legal cover for schools to begin paying athletes directly for NIL while also prohibiting the NCAA from punishing them for doing so.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
For Senator Duckworth, Preserving I.V.F. Access Is Personal
The Democratic senator has long pressed to safeguard the fertility treatment she used to conceive her children, which has now been thrust into the political conversation.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Harris-Trump election has Big Tech 'at a crossroads' after slump in dealmaking
With regulators making it hard for large tech companies to do significant deals, M&A transaction volume in the industry continues to drop.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
ABC News - Tech
Google says it will rethink its plans for a big data center in Chile over water worries
Google says it will halt plans to develop a major $200 million data center in Chile to address environmental concernsYesterday - Google -
The Hill - Politics
Rep. Bucshon calls vaccine access for children, elderly 'critically important'
Vaccine access of Americans, especially for children and the elderly, is “critically important,” Rep. Larry Bucshon (R-IN) said Tuesday. “We need to get back to a normal place where we understand ...Yesterday -
VentureBeat - Tech
Elixir Games allows users to stake tokens directly within its launcher
Elixir Games allows users to stake their $ELIX tokens from its launcher, with a limited time APY through the end of the year.Yesterday -
ABC News - Tech
Congress is gridlocked. These members are convinced AI legislation could break through
A bipartisan group of lawmakers on Tuesday introduced legislation that would prohibit political campaigns and outside political groups from using artificial intelligence to misrepresent the views ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Our presidential candidates are shamefully silent on the fentanyl crisis
Fentanyl was only briefly mentioned in last week’s presidential debate, and then only in the context of the border crisis.Yesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Victory over Tennessee crucial for Brent Venables? Why Oklahoma coach is (and isn't) facing must-win scenario
The Sooners host their first ever SEC conference game with a familiar face returning on the opposite sidelineYesterday -
The Hill - Politics
New data show Congress’s crusade against remote work is a mistake
The Office of Management and Budget report shows that federal agencies are exceeding the administration's 50 percent in-office goal for telework-eligible employees, with 61 percent of work hours ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
Our Reporter on Trump and a New Era of Political Violence
The latest apparent assassination attempt against Donald J. Trump indicates how much the American political landscape has been shaped by anger stirred by Mr. Trump and against him. Peter Baker, ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
Justin Trudeau under pressure as his party loses Montreal election
Victory by separatist Québécois candidate in once-safe Liberal seat raises questions over Canadian PM’s leadership. Canada’s ruling Liberal party has lost a once-safe seat in Montreal, a result ...Yesterday -
ABC News - World
Many in Indian-controlled Kashmir plan to vote this time to deny Modi total control
For decades, boycotting elections in Indian-controlled Kashmir was a sign of protest against Indian ruleYesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
Kourtney Kardashian’s Weight Loss Supplement Claims to Work Like Ozempic. Does It?
Kourtney Kardashian’s new “GLP-1 Daily” pill is the latest product to capitalize on the weight loss drug craze.Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Maybe our opinion doesn't matter - Alisson
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker says players are not being listened to about workloads and that maybe their "opinions don't matter".Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
CNBC Daily Open: Rate cuts might not benefit tech the most
Technology stocks benefit the most from low interest rates, conventional market wisdom says. But that might not hold true this cycle.Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
New images of 'Asian Doe,' a possible Gilgo Beach murder victim, are released
New York officials released new sketches Monday about a possible victim in the Gilgo Beach serial killings referred tom "Asian Doe."2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Each of the six Booker novels does something unique
As the Guardian’s fiction editor, I’ve been writing about the Booker prize for years. Now, as a judge, I’ve seen behind the curtain. • Percival Everett and Rachel Kushner make the 2024 Booker ...2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
What questions does NFL face after latest concussion?
The NFL faces more questions about player safety after Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffers his third concussion in less than two years.3 days ago - NFL -
The New York Times - Health
Boar’s Head Shuts Down Virginia Plant Tied to Deadly Listeria Outbreak
The company said that the site would close indefinitely and that it would permanently stop making liverwurst. Union officials said the plant’s 500 workers would be given severance and offered ...5 days ago