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Disney influencer Dominique Brown dies after medical emergency at brand event
Disney influencer Dominique Brown died last week after reportedly experiencing a severe allergic reaction at a holiday brand event in Los Angeles.NBC News - Dec. 10 -
Search for murder weapon in UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting continues
The manhunt in UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder continues to expand, as police search Central Park for clues.CBS News - Dec. 9 -
How Russia-backed influencers meddled in Romania’s vote
Bucharest scrapped presidential election after ‘illegal’ social media campaign used tactics seen in Moldova pollFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
Ukraine war briefing: Trump urges China to help end Ukraine war
After meeting US president-elect, Volodymyr Zelenskyy cautions that Ukraine needs a ‘just and robust peace, that Russians will not destroy within a few years’. What we know on day 1,020. See all ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
Disney influencer Dominique Brown dies after medical emergency at event
Investigation launched after Black Girl Disney co-founder was given CPR at lunch hosted by BoxLunch in Los Angeles. A Disney-inspired social media influencer, Dominique Brown , 34, died after ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
'Reindeer' volunteers bring holiday magic to Ukrainian children living on the frontlines
A volunteer group is trying to fulfill the holiday dreams of thousands of children living near the frontlines in UkraineABC News - Dec. 8 -
Influencers enlisted to help fight fly tipping as problem worsens
Litter pickers say the situation is depressing as the cost of removing dumped rubbish nears £2m.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
Magic's Wagner out indefinitely with torn oblique
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner suffered a torn right oblique and will be reevaluated in four weeks.ESPN - Dec. 7 -
Far-right influencer Nick Fuentes accused of pepper spraying woman
Far-right influencer Nick Fuentes is due in court later this month.ABC News - Dec. 7 -
A ‘Clean Girl’ Influencer’s Lawsuit Asks: Can You Copyright a Vibe?
One influencer is suing another, accusing her of copying her minimalist aesthetic on social media. It turns out there is a lot of gray area in shades of beige.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
The Secret Weapon Helping Businesses Get Results From AI: Humans
It turns out the latest machines need us as much as we need them.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6 -
Influencers selling fake cures for polycystic ovary syndrome
Influencers posing as medical experts are exploiting the lack of easy solutions for PCOS by selling fake cures.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
Romania Scraps Election After Russian Influence Allegations
The presidential election was canceled after the government accused Moscow of a TikTok campaign to propel a pro-Kremlin candidate to the fore.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6 -
How the SEC influenced the start of a crypto-backed super PAC
Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of cryptocurrency company Ripple, says the major crypto-industry funded super PAC in the 2024 election was inspired by what he calls the SEC's "war on crypto."CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Israel seeks Elon Musk’s influence in resolving hostage situation in Gaza
SpaceX head has had Trump’s ear since election, and Israel hopes he can convince president-elect to pursue a deal. Israel has sought to enlist Elon Musk ’s help in reviving hostage negotiations ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Jokic passes Magic for third on triple-doubles list
Nuggets star Nikola Jokic finished with 27 points, 20 rebounds and 11 assists for his 139th career triple-double, passing Hall of Famer Magic Johnson for third on the list.ESPN - Dec. 6 -
Musk signals he won't use growing influence to go after competitors
Elon Musk indicated Friday that he will not use his growing influence in the Trump administration to hurt or seek revenge on his industry competitors. In a post on his social platform X, Musk ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Syrian Rebel Offensive Bolsters Turkey's Geopolitical Influence
NATO member Turkey has longstanding relations with the rebels who entered Hama and captured Aleppo days earlier.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6 -
Indonesia arrests a Chinese man wanted by Beijing over money laundering charges
Indonesian authorities have arrested a Chinese man sought by Beijing for allegedly helping transfer and laundering almost $18 million from a criminal online gambling group in ChinaABC News - Dec. 5 -
Beijing Has Picked Off Taiwan's Remaining Allies. Taiwan Is Fighting Back.
President Lai Ching-te talked to House Speaker Mike Johnson in Guam while en route to Palau, the last of Taiwan’s three Pacific-nation allies.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5 -
Romania hit by major election influence campaign, amid Russian cyber-attacks
Romania's intelligence service reveals details of what it says is an attempt from abroad to meddle in the country's presidential election.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Sam Altman brushes off Musk's influence in Trump administration amid tension
Sam Altman, the CEO of tech company OpenAI, brushed off tech billionaire Elon Musk's influence in the upcoming Trump administration, according to a Wednesday report from The New York Times. Altman ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
OpenAI CEO 'not that worried' about Elon Musk's influence in Trump administration
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is locked in a legal dispute with rival Elon MuskABC News - Dec. 4 -
76ers to be without Embiid, George vs. Magic
The 76ers will be without both Paul George and Joel Embiid for Wednesday night's game against the Magic, the team announced.ESPN - Dec. 4 -
She Was a Russian Socialite and Influencer. Cops Say She’s a Crypto Laundering Kingpin
Western authorities say they’ve identified a network that found a new way to clean drug gangs’ dirty cash. WIRED gained exclusive access to the investigation.Wired - Dec. 4 -
Russian criminals helped UK drug gangs launder lockdown cash
UK drug gangs paid Russian criminals to swap their dirty street cash for untraceable cryptocurrency, police say.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Police illegally sell restricted weapons, supplying crime
These high-powered weapons are only meant for police. How are they ending up in criminals' hands?CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Celtics eliminated from NBA Cup as Magic fall to Knicks
The Celtics were officially eliminated from the 2024 NBA Cup as a result of the Magic's loss to the Knicks on Tuesday night.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4 -
NATO Chief Urges More Weapons for Ukraine Ahead of Any Peace Talks
Mark Rutte said it was up to Ukraine to decide when it was ready to begin negotiations with Russia — and that the West should help strengthen Kyiv’s position beforehand.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
7 tips from a tax influencer as she approaches retirement at 70
Phyllis Jo Kubey is still on a continuing education journey as retirement loomsMarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
Consumer watchdog wants FTC to investigate Oz for influencer marketing violations
A consumer advocacy group wants the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to open an investigation into whether Dr. Mehmet Oz violated influencer marketing rules by promoting products from a wellness and ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
NY Democrat: Patel picked to 'weaponize' government against Trump enemies
New York Rep. Dan Goldman (D) warned that some of President-elect Trump's Cabinet and senior staff picks will be used to "weaponize" the government, specifically mentioning Kash Patel, who was ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
The new weapons and neuroscience of Trump’s success
Social media and AI are particularly well-suited to inciting emotion, especially if they use distortions and lies, and have thus radically transformed American politics.The Hill - Dec. 3 -
The Princess of Wales will help kick off a Qatari state visit to the UK
The Princess of Wales will help kick off the emir of Qatar’s trip to Britain as the U.K. government enlists one of the most popular royals to ensure the success of a state visit by the leader of a ...ABC News - Dec. 3 -
China's AI balancing act — beating the U.S. but keeping the tech from threatening Beijing's rule
Prominent AI scientist Max Tegmark said the narrative of a geopolitical battle between the U.S. and China racing to build the smartest AI is a "suicide race."CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Replica Harry Potter swords broke Japan weapons law
The Japanese police say the tip of the blade is sharp enough for it to be classified as an actual sword.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Nato’s Rutte says Ukraine needs more weapons, not new ideas
Also in this newsletter: Why the French government is headed for collapseFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Rebel offensive boosts Turkey’s influence in Syria
Ankara, long a backer of opposition groups, sees chance to push back Kurdish militants and force Assad to negotiateFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Hunter Biden pardon fuels Trump's 'weaponization' arguments
Trump's team was pointed to Biden's pardon of his son, Hunter, saying it showed that ending "the weaponization of our justice system needs to happen."NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Replica Harry Potter swords recalled in Japan for breaking weapons law
Police said 86cm stainless steel blade – mounted on a wooden plaque and sold in the hundreds – contravened Japan’s firearms and sword control law. Full-size replica swords sold as souvenirs at a ...The Guardian - Dec. 3
