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‘Friendly fraud’ has more consumers disputing charges
Social media videos are teaching consumers how to dispute credit charges, and now some are abusing that process in a scam called “friendly fraud.” Disputed charges cost businesses $11 billion last year, and that number is expected to grow. NBC ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
For Embattled Biden, Union Members Aren't the Reliable Support They Used to Be
Even before the president’s disastrous debate performance, some unionized workers in battlegrounds such as Michigan said they prefer former President Donald Trump’s record on trade, immigration and culture. -
The Hill - Politics
Cost of home ownership highest since 2007: Research
Median-priced, single-family home and condo costs continue to be less affordable than in the past, according to a second quarter analysis released on Wednesday. ATTOM, a firm that curates land, property and real estate data, culled housing ... -
The New York Times - Tech
Robots Get a Fleshy Face (and a Smile) in New Research
Researchers at the University of Tokyo published findings on a method of attaching artificial skin to robot faces to protect machinery and mimic human expressiveness. -
CBS News - Top stories
FDA approves new treatment to slow progression of early Alzheimer's
The FDA approved a new Alzheimer's treatment called donanemab on Tuesday. It is designed to help patients in the early stages of the disease. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains what to know.FDA -
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Financial Times - World
Ex-directors allege fraud at Tether-backed crypto group Northern Data
Sacked ‘whistleblowers’ launch California court action against Europe’s biggest bitcoin-miner-turned-AI-datacentre-builder -
MarketWatch - Business
If your mother had Alzheimer’s, your chances of getting it are higher
If your mother had Alzheimer’s disease at any age, your chances of getting it are higher, according to a recent study in JAMA Neurology. -
The Guardian - World
Hippos might fly: UK research discovers animal can get airborne
Analysis shows hippos get all four feet off the ground at once up to 15% of the time when at full pelt. It takes a scientific mind to see the grunting hulk of a hippopotamus and wonder whether, given sufficient motivation, such an improbable beast ...United Kingdom -
NBC News - Top stories
Ozempic may be linked to condition that causes blindness, but more research is needed
People taking Ozempic and Wegovy may be at increased risk of developing a debilitating eye condition that can cause irreversible vision loss, a study published in JAMA Ophthalmology finds. -
CBS News - Top stories
Giant creature with fangs was around long before dinosaurs, research reveals
Scientists have revealed fossils of a giant salamander-like beast with sharp fangs that ruled waters before the first dinosaurs arrived. -
The New York Times - Science
Antikythera Mechanism’s Purpose Is Studied Using Cosmic Research Tool
Scientists used techniques from the field of gravitational wave astronomy to argue that the Antikythera mechanism contained a lunar calendar. -
CNBC - Business
Romance scams cost consumers $1.14 billion last year. It's a 'more insidious' fraud, expert says
Cyber criminals are tapping into wealth accounts through human connection. Here's how to spot it and cut ties as soon as you can. -
The New York Times - Top stories
The Hyper-Focus on the Amyloid Hypothesis for Treating Alzheimer’s May Have Slowed Progress Toward a Cure
The hyper-focus on one theory for treatment has slowed progress. -
ESPN - Sports
Porter to face federal charge in betting scandal
Court papers indicate former Raptors player Jontay Porter will be charged with a federal felony connected to the betting scandal that spurred the NBA to ban him. -
BBC News - Top stories
PNG minister charged with assault in Australia
Jimmy Maladina says he is cooperating with police following reports of domestic assault.Australia -
VentureBeat - Tech
Meta drops AI bombshell: Multi-token prediction models now open for research
Meta revolutionizes AI with multi-token prediction models, promising faster, more efficient language processing and potentially reshaping the tech landscape while raising questions about AI democratization and ethics.Meta -
The New York Times - Top stories
French Director Benoît Jacquot Is Charged With Rape
Mr. Jacquot, 77, was accused of assaulting two actresses and barred from working with minors. He has denied any wrongdoing.France -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Ericsson Intends to Book $1.1 Billion Charge for Latest Quarter
The Swedish telecom-equipment company said lower-than-expected growth at its Vonage cloud subsidiary prompted the impairment charge. -
ABC News - Top stories
WATCH: Sea lion charges toward beachgoers in California
A defensive sea lion mother was seen charging at people on a beach in San Diego.California -
BBC News - Top stories
Former Army general charged with sexual assault
Ex-Major General James Roddis, former commanding officer of The Highlanders, will appear before a military court later this month. -
ABC News - World
Polish man charged in Denmark over assault on prime minister Frederiksen
A Polish man has been charged with assaulting Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen last month, his lawyer said -
GameSpot - Tech
New Lord of the Rings Anime Has New Heroine Leading The Charge
The next Lord of the Rings movie, the animated film War of the Rohirrim, releases in theaters this December, and while there is no trailer yet, there are a few images and a new one dropped Wednesday. The new image has Héra Hammerhand, daughter of ... -
CBS News - Top stories
Sea lion with pups nearby charges toward people on San Diego beach
A sea lion that appeared to be defending its pups charged toward beachgoers in San Diego, video taken in June shows. According to local officials, the area by La Jolla Cove is a popular spot for sea lion mothers to raise their young from May to ... -
ABC News - Top stories
Man charged in connection to mass shooting at Oakland Juneteenth celebration
A 23-year-old Oakland man has been charged in connection with a mass shooting that wounded 14 at a Juneteenth celebration last month -
ABC News - Health
2 more people charged with conspiring to bribe Minnesota juror plead not guilty
Two more people charged with conspiring to bribe a Minnesota juror with a bag of $120,000 in cash in exchange for the acquittal of defendants in one of the country’s largest COVID-19-related fraud cases have pleaded not guilty -
ABC News - World
The suspect in the attempted assassination of Slovakia's PM now faces terror charges
Slovakia’s prosecutor general says the suspect in the attempted assassination on populist Prime Minister Robert Fico is now facing terror charges -
BBC News - Top stories
Man and woman charged over boy's dog attack death
Two people are charged with gross negligence manslaughter over the fatal dog attack on Daniel Twigg. -
ABC News - World
U.S. citizen convicted of drug-related charges by Moscow court
Robert Woodland, a Russia-born U.S. citizen, has been convicted of drug-related charges by a Moscow court and sentenced to 12 1/2 years in prison -
CBS News - Top stories
Russia sentences American man to 12.5 years in prison on drug charges
A court in Russia has sentenced U.S. national Robert Woodland to more than 12 years in prison on drug charges, his lawyer says.Russia -
The New York Times - World
Russia Arrests Top Military Officer, Artyom Gorodilov, on Corruption Charges
Col. Artyom Gorodilov, who oversaw forces occupying the Ukrainian city where a massacre took place, was arrested and accused of large-scale fraud.Russia -
ABC News - World
Brazil police recommend charges against former President Bolsonaro
Brazilian police have indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro for money laundering and criminal association in connection with undeclared diamonds the far-right leader received from Saudi Arabia during his time in office, according to a source ...Brazil -
ABC News - World
Director accused in French cinema's #MeToo wave charged with rape and assault of actors
Authorities in France say a film director accused of sexual assault and violent, controlling behavior has been handed preliminary charges of rape, sexual assault and violence by a judge investigating the case -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Ericsson Intends to Book $1.1 Billion Charge for Latest Quarter
The Swedish telecom-equipment company said lower-than-expected growth at its Vonage cloud subsidiary prompted the impairment charge. -
ABC News - Entertainment
Director accused in French cinema's #MeToo wave charged with rape and assault of actors
Authorities in France say a film director accused of sexual assault and violent, controlling behavior has been handed preliminary charges of rape, sexual assault and violence by a judge investigating the case -
The Guardian - World
Ex-president of Brazil Jair Bolsonaro could face money-laundering charges
Indictment, which includes embezzlement and criminal association charges, stems from a gift from Saudi Arabia. Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro faces possible charges for money laundering, embezzlement and criminal association in ...Brazil -
ABC News - Sports
Cleared of doping charges, French fencer Ysaora Thibus is included in Olympic team
Ysaora Thibus, one of France’s leading fencers, has been selected to compete at the Paris Olympics after escaping a disciplinary sanction from the International Fencing Federation over an abnormal doping test -
CBS News - Top stories
Driver in deadly July 4th NYC crash arraigned on host of charges
The man accused of killing three people when he allegedly drove drunk into a crowd on the Lower East Side on July 4th was arraigned on a host of charges Saturday. -
The New York Times - Top stories
Judge Denies Effort by Trump Co-Defendant to Have Charges Dismissed
Walt Nauta, a personal aide to former President Donald J. Trump, claimed that he was the victim of vindictive prosecution in the classified documents case.Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
PNG government minister charged over alleged domestic assault in Sydney
Jimmy Maladina, the country’s petroleum minister, says he is ‘fully cooperating with the authorities to address this matter’. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news ...