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India bowled out for 46 at home by New Zealand
India suffered a humbling, bruising day in Bangalore as New Zealand’s seamers skittled them for their lowest Test total at home before racking up a big lead.50 minutes ago - New Zealand -
Tech - ABC News
Meta lays off staff at WhatsApp and Instagram to align with 'strategic goals'
Meta says it has laid off some employees, including staff at WhatsApp And Instagram, to realign its resources with its “strategic goals.”1 hour ago -
World - The Guardian
Good news: there’s a new Horrible History DVD boxset out. Bad news: your children may not find it funny
Studios usually twist themselves into pretzels to avoid confusing movie titles. But this Christmas, unwary fans of the CBBC show should beware. Great news, parents! In just a few short weeks, a new ...1 hour ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Apple iPad mini getting an update, Amazon rolling out new line of Kindles
Just ahead of the holiday shopping rush, Apple is giving iPad minis their first update in years while Amazon is offering a new line of Kindle e-readers. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein joined CBS ...2 hours ago - Apple -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
A feature, not a bug: There's nothing wrong with Mahomes and the Chiefs' offense
Kansas City isn't a high-flying, point-scoring machine anymore, but Patrick Mahomes still runs a highly efficient unit that may be especially tough for San Fran.2 hours ago - NFL -
Top stories - BBC News
Instagram to block some screenshots to help prevent sextortion
Law enforcement have reported a rise in sextortion scams targeting teens across online platforms.3 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Instagram rolls out new features to prevent sextortion scams targeting teens
Instagram has introduced a series of new safety features to prevent sextortion schemes, marking the platform's latest effort to protect users, especially teenagers, from online harm. The safety ...4 hours 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 ...12 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Trump campaign targets Harris over 'train wreck' Fox News interview
Karoline Leavitt, former President Trump’s national press secretary, sharply criticized Vice President Harris’s performance during her Fox News interview Wednesday, calling it a “train wreck” in a ...13 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - NBC News
Disney rolls out line-skipping park passes costing up to $449
Disney parks are adding a top-tier, line-skipping upgrade with a whole new world of pricing: as much as $449 per person on top of park admission, Walt Disney Co.13 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
World’s biggest gambling hub rolls dice on new China-backed leader
Former top judge Sam Hou Fai has criticised ‘wild’ expansion of Macau’s gaming sector14 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Four jailed over 'beautiful' teen's machete murder
Four attackers, including three teenagers, are jailed for murdering 18-year-old Jordan Kukabu.19 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Transgender models become the first to walk in Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
Transgender models Valentina Sampaio and Alex Consani strutted down the runway at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in New York City.20 hours ago -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Disneyland to roll out exclusive line-skipping pass. Here's what it costs
Disneyland will soon allow a limited number of guests to buy a $400 pass giving them access to all Lightning Lane attractions without having to book specific times to ride.22 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Meta Will Face State Lawsuits Alleging Teen Social Media Addiction
Despite efforts to have two cases dismissed, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook will have a legal reckoning over allegations its platforms harm younger users.22 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Crash that killed four teens avoidable - inquest
Four teens drowned after their car flipped into a ditch while on a camping trip, an inquest hears.22 hours ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Exodus Gets A New Trailer Featuring Cosmic Horrors And Matthew McConaughey
Exodus --the debut title from Wizards of the Coast-owned studio Archetype Entertainment--has released a new trailer showcasing one of the game's most terrifying enemies, narrated by Matthew ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Secret Service calls for new local units in push to prevent mass shootings
Secret Service officials encouraged law enforcement agencies across the nation to adopt behavioral assessment units in an effort to curb targeted violence in a Wednesday report issued by the ...Yesterday -
Tech - GameSpot
New Astro Bot Speedrun Levels Start Rolling Out Thursday
Astro Bot developer Team Asobi has announced the launch dates for its new--and free-- bundle of speedrunning levels . The first one, Building Speed, will be available starting October 17 and will ...Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Yankees chase Guardians ace Tanner Bibee early, secure 6-3 win for 2-0 ALCS series lead
The series shifts to Cleveland with the Guardians in desperate need of a victory.Yesterday - MLB -
Tech - GameSpot
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 PC Specs, Highlighted Features, And More
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 arrives next week, and Activision has revealed all the details regarding PC features, hardware requirements, and more. Here is everything you need to know to prepare for ...Yesterday -
Top stories - The New York Times
The Flood-Protection Rule That Trump Rolled Back
A Trump-era rollback of flood-protection rules has left critical infrastructure projects at higher risk, experts say.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Tech - Wired
Apple iPad Mini (2024): Specs, Release Date, Price, Features
Not much has changed with Apple's tiniest tablet, but the A17 Pro chip brings support for new AI features.2 days ago - Apple -
Tech - Wired
Real-Time Video Deepfake Scams Are Here. This Tool Attempts to Zap Them
Reality Defender, a startup focused on AI detection, has developed a tool to verify human participants in video calls and catch fraudsters using AI deepfakes for scams.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Harris rolls out economic ads for Asian American voters
The Harris campaign is rolling out an ad featuring Asian American voters in Nevada supporting Vice President Harris's economic platform. The ad is seen as a concerted effort to mobilize the key ...2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
This influencer was scammed out of thousands in crypto — and has a tip to help you avoid fraud
A British fitness and wellness influencer who was duped into handing over $7,450 worth of crypto and has a tip on how to avoid falling into the same trap.2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
A Reporter’s Shield Law Is Vital to Prevent Abuses of Power
The PRESS Act has unanimous support in the House, but a few senators are blocking it.2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How the Army is testing out new tech for future conflicts
Charlie D'Agata goes inside a training exercise at Fort Johnson in Louisiana with the Army's 101st Airborne Division to see how they're preparing for future conflicts.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
What to know about California's controversial new law aimed at preventing gas price spikes
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Monday signed into law a controversial slate of plans to tighten fuel refinery storage rules in an effort to prevent future fuel shortages and price spikes at ...2 days ago - California -
Top stories - NBC News
Teen arrested on suspicion of killing his father at a popular California waterfall
A 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of killing his father at a popular waterfall in Southern California, authorities said.2 days ago - California -
Business - Inc.
Harris Targets Black Men With New Economic Proposals
The Democratic candidate suggests small business loans and improved access to the legal cannabis industry for Black entrepreneurs.2 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Here’s What You Need to Know About an AI-Powered Scam Targeting Gmail
If your business uses the free email service, artificial intelligence is taking aim with convincing attempts to take over user accounts.2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
FBI warning about scams surrounding hurricane relief
Post-disaster fraud has become a big business as the FBI says it has had over 26,000 complaints with over $312 million lost on disaster relief scams in the last five years. CBS News Confirmed ...3 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Larson rolls to Charlotte win, advances in playoffs
Kyle Larson raced to his Cup Series-high sixth victory of the season Sunday to easily advance to the third round of NASCAR's playoffs, winning on the hybrid road course/oval at Charlotte Motor ...3 days ago -
World - ABC News
A record-setting teen climber returns home to Nepal to a hero's welcome
A Sherpa teenager has returned to Nepal to a hero's welcome after becoming the youngest person to scale all the world’s 14 highest peaks3 days ago -
Sports - ABC News
A record-setting teen climber returns home to Nepal to a hero's welcome
A Sherpa teenager has returned to Nepal to a hero's welcome after becoming the youngest person to scale all the world’s 14 highest peaks3 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Harris edges out Trump in new CBS News/YouGov poll
Vice President Harris and former President Trump are neck and neck nationally, according to a new poll from CBS News/YouGov. The poll, conducted from Oct. 8 to 11, found Harris ahead of Trump by 3 ...3 days ago - Donald Trump -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
NFL Week 6 scores: Ravens, Lamar Jackson win battle of MVP candidates, Buccaneers demolish Saints
Lamar Jackson vs. Jayden Daniels is appointment viewing this week.3 days ago - NFL