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Chinese influence operation targets U.S. down-ballot races, Microsoft says
Affected lawmakers — all Republicans — include Rep. Barry Moore of Alabama, Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas and Sen. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee.5 hours ago - Microsoft -
Top stories - CBS News
Russian disinformation campaign targeting Tim Walz, U.S. officials say
U.S. intelligence officials say recent false claims regarding Minnesota governor and Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz are part of Russian disinformation campaigns. CBS News Confirmed ...7 hours ago - Russia -
Tech - ABC News
Efforts by Russia, Iran and China to sway US voters may escalate, new Microsoft report says
A new threat intelligence report from Microsoft says foreign adversaries have showed continued determination to influence the U.S. election and there are signs their activity will intensify as ...9 hours ago - China -
Tech - The New York Times
Bots Linked to China Target Republican House and Senate Candidates, Microsoft Says
Chinese influence operations have focused less on this year’s presidential race and more on down-ballot races.10 hours ago - China -
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Top stories - CBS News
Russia, Iran and China are trying to interfere with the U.S. election, Microsoft says
Microsoft issued a seven-page report on how Russia, Iran and China are trying to interfere with the 2024 U.S. elections. The company's threat analysis center is warning deepfake videos and other ...11 hours ago - China -
Politics - The Hill
Microsoft says Russia trying to smear Harris with deepfake video, AI
Russia is attempting to “undermine” Vice President Harris’s campaign using artificial intelligence (AI) generated videos while China has begun targeting a series of GOP congressional candidates ...11 hours ago - Microsoft -
Top stories - BBC News
Ex-Abercrombie CEO used power, wealth and influence to traffic vulnerable men, prosecutors say
Prosecutors in the US said the men used force, fraud and coercion to engage in "violent and exploitive" sexual acts.Yesterday -
Business - CNBC
Amazon-backed Anthropic debuts AI agents that can do complex tasks, racing against OpenAI, Microsoft and Google
Anthropic, the Amazon-backed AI startup founded by former OpenAI research executives, announced AI agents that can use a computer to complete complex tasks.Yesterday - Google -
Politics - Politico
House GOP braces for bitter fight over the power to oust a speaker
Most GOP lawmakers despise the rule, which allows a small faction of the conference to wield outsize influence over the agenda. But conservatives are prepared to fight for it.Yesterday - House -
Sports - ESPN
Breaking down VAR decisions that impact title race
Was William Saliba's red card for Arsenal the correct call ? Why was Man City's winner deemed onside?2 days ago -
Tech - Wired
US Government Says Relying on Chinese Lithium Batteries Is Too Risky
A new document shows the Department of Homeland Security is concerned that Chinese investment in lithium batteries to power energy grids will make them a threat to US supply chain security.2 days ago -
Politics - Politico
Law enforcement missed ‘pivotal moments’ to engage Trump gunman, House panel finds
The interim report cited several issues in coordination and planning in the lead up to and during the July 13 rally.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - CNBC
Top crypto PAC targets close House races as 2024 election hits final stages
The pro-crypto PAC Fairshake disbursed nearly $29 million in September, with a big chunk targeting close House races.3 days ago -
Politics - Politico
What if it's President Harris, but a GOP Senate? That's her allies' fear.
A Republican Senate could block Cabinet and Supreme Court picks, as well as legislation.3 days ago -
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World - Financial Times
Chinese AI groups get creative to drive down cost of models
01.ai, Alibaba and ByteDance have cut ‘inference’ costs despite Washington curbs on accessing cutting-edge chips5 days ago -
Politics - Politico
Congressional leaders negotiating potential lame-duck deal to address AI concerns
The discussions between the top four Hill leaders are centered on hopes to pass legislation before January.5 days ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Hamas Chief Yahya Sinwar Killed in Gaza, Israel Says
Sinwar, a U.S.-designated terrorist, in October 2023 triggered a war with Israel in Gaza that has since expanded to a multifront conflict in the Middle East.5 days ago - Israel -
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Olympic snowboarder wanted for running murderous drug trafficking operation, FBI says
A former Olympic snowboarder has been charged with running a drug smuggling operation that allegedly shipped huge amounts of narcotics across borders and killed four people, the FBI said Thursday.5 days ago - Olympics -
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Israel says Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar killed in Gaza operation
Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, believed to be the architect of the Oct. 7 terror attack, was killed by Israeli troops in an operation in Gaza, Israeli officials said Thursday. Ramy Inocencio reports ...6 days ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
Middle East crisis live: Israel hails Yahya Sinwar’s death as ‘beginning of the end’ as US signals push for ceasefire and hostage return
Israeli PM says 'task before us is not yet complete’; US president, VP and senior leaders say killing must be opportunity to end Gaza war. Israel says Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar is dead: what we ...6 days ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
Israel kills its prime target – but Sinwar’s death seems down to chance, not precise planning
After a year-long hunt, IDF soldiers encountered and killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar without knowing it was him. Middle East crisis – live updates In the end, after a year-long, multi-agency ...6 days ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
Collingwood insists England have belief to chase down ‘tough’ Pakistan target
Coach promises England will attack on day four ‘This team’s capable of some special things’ Paul Collingwood insisted England had not given up hope of beating Pakistan despite ending the third ...6 days ago - Pakistan -
Business - MarketWatch
U.S. industrial output falls in September, held down by Boeing strike and hurricanes
U.S. industrial production fell 0.3% in September, held down by the strike at Boeing Co and by the two recent hurricanes, the Federal Reserve reported Thursday.6 days ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
U.S. Strikes Target Houthi Weapons Stores in Yemen
The bombing is designed to stop the Iran-backed group from attacking commercial and military vessels in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, the Pentagon said.6 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
U.S. conducts new airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen with B-2 bombers
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said U.S. Air Force B-2 bombers were part of an operation to conduct "precision strikes" on five underground weapons storage locations in Houthi-controlled areas of ...October 16 -
Top stories - CBS News
Breaking down the Georgia ballot hand counting ruling
With early in-person voting underway in Georgia, a judge there Tuesday night blocked a new rule requiring the hand counting of election ballots. The judge called the rule "too much, too late" and ...October 16 -
Top stories - The New York Times
New York Marathon Cracks Down on Cyclists’ Pre-Race Joyride
Last year, race officials say, a cyclist hit a pedestrian on the early-morning ride. This year, those attempting to ride the route will be removed.October 16 - New York -
Top stories - CBS News
U.S. anti-missile system in Israel will be full operational soon, Pentagon says
The Pentagon says an advanced U.S. anti-missile system will be operational in Israel soon after components for the system started arriving earlier this week. CBS News senior national security ...October 16 - Israel -
Politics - NBC News
The disinformation pipeline: How Russian propaganda reaches and influences the U.S.
Storm-1516, a Russian disinformation group, aims to influence the U.S. election through viral videos that rely on fake whistleblowers and fabricated photos and documents.October 16 - Russia -
Top stories - CBS News
Breaking down the U.S. threat to withhold military aid to Israel
The U.S. on Monday said it would send an anti-missile system and 100 troops to Israel. On Tuesday, Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the U.S. would withhold ...October 15 - Israel -
Tech - ABC News
Cyber criminals increasingly helping Russia and China target the US, Microsoft says
Russia, China and Iran are expanding their partnerships with cyber criminals to conduct cyberespionage and cyberattacks against the U.S. and other nations, according to a new report from MicrosoftOctober 15 - China -
World - ABC News
Albania says only Italy is allowed to operate migrant asylum centers in the country
Albania’s prime minister says his government turned down many requests from other European Union countries to take in thousands of asylum-seekers but made an exception for ItalyOctober 15 -
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Business - MarketWatch
Microsoft and these other stocks are the way to play AI now, says Goldman Sachs
So-called “platform” stocks, such as Microsoft and Snowflake are the most attractive part of the AI sector according to Goldman Sachs.October 14 - Microsoft -
World - The New York Times
Russian Disinformation Targets U.S.-Backed Anti-Malaria Campaign
Scientists fighting the spread of infectious diseases on the continent have been targeted online by pro-Russian activists, part of an effort to spread fear and mistrust of the West.October 14 - Russia -
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 documentsOctober 13 - Israel