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How your phone might be helping fund the war in DR Congo
There is a good chance that inside your device is some metal dug up in a mine controlled by rebels.BBC News - 8h -
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At least 700 killed in DR Congo fighting since Sunday - UN
The UN estimates another 2,800 were injured as M23 rebels captured the eastern city of Goma.BBC News - 10h -
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U.N. warns of executions and gang rapes as war in Congo escalates
The U.N. voices concern over alleged atrocities as Rwandan-backed rebels reportedly advance after seizing the city of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo.CBS News - 18h -
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Rwanda illegally occupying DR Congo, minister tells BBC
A Rwandan spokesperson denies the charges, saying it is trying to prevent the conflict spilling over.BBC News - 18h -
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This Ultra-Rare GameCube Prototype Could Be Yours For Just $100,000
Several GameCube variants were released throughout the lifespan of the console, but for anyone looking to add a piece of sought-after Nintendo hardware to their collection, you now have a chance to ...GameSpot - 1d -
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A Moment With: Dr. Thanusha Govender
Join Dr. Thanusha Govender, CEO of XLink Communications, as she takes us through XLink’s remarkable transformation over the past two years. Discover how the company is breaking barriers to improve ...CBS News - 2d -
Rebels edging closer to taking key DR Congo city
Reports the airport has fallen adds to the sense that the M23 has the upper hand in the eastern city of Goma.BBC News - 3d -
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Precious metal rewards and risks retirees should know
Buying gold or silver can be smart in retirement, but this plan has some drawbacks, too.CBS News - 3d -
Trump and the Dr Strangelove experiment
The president revels in his unpredictability but over time he risks sowing distrust in America’s good faithFinancial Times - 3d -
7 Better Ways to Relax After Work Than Mindlessly Scrolling on Your Phone
In our crazy times, relaxing after work with mindless scrolling is hugely tempting. It’s also hugely harmful. Science offers alternatives.Inc. - 4d -
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DR Congo accuses Rwanda of ‘declaration of war’ after rebels enter key city
Officials warn assault on Goma by Rwandan-backed M23 militia could lead to wider regional conflictFinancial Times - 4d -
Rebels say they have taken key DR Congo city as thousands flee
Videos shared online by residents appear to show M23 rebels patrolling the main streets of Goma.BBC News - 5d -
DR Congo rebels close in on key city as 13 peacekeepers killed
The UN chief condemned the escalation, calling on Rwanda to halt support for rebels and withdraw.BBC News - 5d -
Crypto, TikTok, tariffs: How Trump’s whirlwind first week hit your wallet and your phone
President Donald Trump issued a barrage of executive orders that were aimed squarely at markets and your money — but what will they actually do?MarketWatch - 5d -
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Protect Your Phone With Android’s Theft Detection Features
Enable these three anti-theft features on your Android phone right now. They’ll keep your sensitive info private if attackers steal your device while it’s unlocked.Wired - 6d -
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Rights group accuses Congo's army and a rebel group of possible war crimes
Amnesty International has accused Congo’s army and a rebel group of bombing densely populated areas in attacks that “likely constitute war crimes.”ABC News - Jan. 20 -
Write Down Your Thoughts in a Digital Journal on Your Phone
People have been keeping personal diaries for several millenniums, but free smartphone apps now let you capture much more than words.The New York Times - Jan. 15 -
What Dr. Ruth Left Behind
Archivists from the Kinsey Institute are helping the family of the sex therapist Ruth Westheimer with a common quandary: How much of someone’s stuff do you keep?The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Razer's New Remote Play Tech Will Soon Let You Stream Your PC Library To Your Phone
Razer has shown off a long list of new hardware and apps at CES 2025, and one of the coolest is the new PC Remote Play feature coming to its free Razer Nexus mobile app. As the name implies, the ...GameSpot - Jan. 7 -
Several commodities face headwinds in 2025 — but this metal's record rally is set to continue
Crude oil prices last year were dragged down by weak Chinese demand and a supply glut — market watchers expect prices to remain pressured in 2025.CNBC - Jan. 6 -
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Rwanda-backed rebels seize key town in DR Congo
It is the second town seized by the group in as many days in the mineral-rich North Kivu province.BBC News - Jan. 5 -
I’ve been waging war on my phone addiction | Rhik Samadder
My progress has been painfully slow, but at last I think I’m winning. A few years ago I found myself in the toilet without my phone and experienced a surge of actual panic. How was I supposed to ...The Guardian - Jan. 5
