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Freed Cuban Dissident: The Church and Biden Got Duped
Hundreds more Cuban dissidents are expected to be released in the coming days in a deal with President Biden, but even a top beneficiary is balking.The New York Times - 6d -
Will a day care worker who says she was wrongfully convicted be freed?
Melissa Calusinski has been behind bars in Illinois for 16 years in a case plagued by allegations of evidence manipulation, coerced confession and flawed medical opinions.CBS News - 6d -
Trump Is Said to Consider Executive Order to Circumvent TikTok Ban
The move is under discussion as the Chinese-owned app faces a Sunday deadline to find a new buyer or shut down in the United States.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
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Biden administration launches cybersecurity executive order
With this executive order, the Biden White House is looking to boost digital security in the U.S. for the government and the private sector.CNBC - Jan. 16 -
A New Jam-Packed Biden Executive Order Tackles Cybersecurity, AI, and More
US president Joe Biden just issued a 40-page executive order that aims to bolster federal cybersecurity protections, directs government use of AI—and takes a swipe at Microsoft’s dominance.Wired - Jan. 16 -
Biden to sign executive order boosting digital identity protection
President Biden will sign an executive order on Thursday intended to boost the privacy of Americans amid continued cyberattacks against the U.S. "Adversary countries and criminals have increasingly ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
British Man Freed From Prison Over Video Misidentification
Ademola Adedeji was ensnared in a murder conspiracy case with no murder victim. Prosecutors labeled him a gang member and won a conviction and eight-year sentence.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
How to Master Execution in Your Business
Turn plans into progress by focusing on how to make and meet your goals.Inc. - Jan. 14 -
Biden Issues Executive Order to Ensure Power for AI Data Centers
The rapid growth and huge electricity needs spawned by the artificial intelligence revolution spurs a directive to lease federal sites owned by Defense and Energy departments for power supply centers.Inc. - Jan. 14 -
Top BlackRock executive Mark Wiedman to depart
Move scrambles asset management giant’s plans to eventually replace founder Larry FinkFinancial Times - Jan. 14 -
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Barrasso predicts Trump will issue a 'blizzard of executive orders' once inaugurated
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) said he believes President-elect Trump will issue a “blizzard of executive orders” once he is inaugurated. Barrasso joined CBS News’s “Face the Nation” ...The Hill - Jan. 12 -
'There is going to be shock and awe with executive orders'
Republican Sen. John Barrasso predicted Donald Trump will hit the ground running.Politico - Jan. 12 -
Newsom announces executive order centered around rebuilding post-fires
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) announced an executive order centered around rebuilding in the wake of the recent Los Angeles-area wildfires on Sunday. “I'm worried about issues of rebuilding as ...The Hill - Jan. 12 -
Healthcare executives weigh policy unknowns at San Francisco gathering
JPMorgan event follows the murder of an industry leader and the nomination of a vaccine sceptic as top officialFinancial Times - Jan. 12 -
N.F.L. Coaches and Executives Make Their Wild-Card Round Picks
The playoffs open with six games this weekend, beginning the race to topple the back-to-back champions in Kansas City.The New York Times - Jan. 11 -
Venezuela’s Opposition Leader, Maria Corina Machado, Is Freed After Being Detained
During her detention, an aide said, Maria Corina Machado “was forced to record several videos.” She has garnered enormous support for her opposition to Nicolás Maduro.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Trump tells GOP he wants to write 100 executive orders
President-elect Trump during a meeting with GOP senators on Wednesday said he wants to enact 100 executive orders, with many of the orders focused on his plans for immigration. “He threw that out — ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman accused of sexual abuse by sister in lawsuit
Tech entrepreneur and family say Ann Altman’s claims that abuse started in childhood are ‘utterly untrue’ . The sister of the OpenAI chief executive, Sam Altman , has filed a lawsuit alleging that ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala freed by Iran
Reports said Sala had been held in solitary confinement in Tehran's notorious Evin prison.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala freed from Iran prison, Italy says
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala has been freed from detention in Iran and is flying home, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s office said in a statement.NBC News - Jan. 8 -
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Former MoviePass Executive Pleads Guilty to Fraud Over ‘Unlimited’ Plan
Prosecutors said that Theodore Farnsworth, who ran the parent company of MoviePass, had misled investors about its popular subscription plan.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
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Trump Warns ‘All Hell Will Break Out’ if Hostages in Gaza Are Not Freed
The president-elect did not elaborate on what actions he might take if the captives are not released by the time he takes office.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Pfizer executives descend on Trump’s Mar-a-Lago for planning meeting
Drugmaker becomes latest titan of corporate America to curry favour with president-electFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
Iran executed at least 901 people in 2024, U.N. reports
Human rights groups accuse Iran's leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei of using capital punishment as a tool following nationwide protests.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Iran reportedly executed at least 901 people in 2024, UN says
The UN human rights chief says it is time Iran "stems this ever-swelling tide of executions".BBC News - Jan. 7 -
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Death row prisoner asks Arizona for second time to be executed
Aaron Brian Gunches' execution would mark a resumption of Arizona's use of the death penalty after a two-year pause while it reviewed its procedures.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Who is Tommy Robinson and why does Elon Musk want him freed from jail?
A convicted fraudster with a violent criminal record, Tommy Robinson has become the latest cause championed by the richest person on the planet, Elon Musk.NBC News - Jan. 3 -
Families of Sicilian mafia victims fear return of freed mobsters
Most of the bosses, released from prison on furlough or for good behaviour, have never disavowed Cosa Nostra. Families of victims killed by the Sicilian mafia have expressed fears that more than 20 ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
Crypto Industry Anticipates Trump Executive Orders Day 1
Cryptocurrency could see a slew of policy positions when Trump takes office.Inc. - Jan. 2 -
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Drunken Zambian policeman freed 13 suspects to celebrate New Year
A manhunt is underway for the 13 suspects, who were allegedly released by an intoxicated police officer.BBC News - Jan. 2 -
Saudi Arabia says it executes 6 Iranians for drug smuggling
Saudi Arabia says it has executed six Iranian men over drug smuggling, sparking strong objections from Iran at a time when the two countries are trying to mend relationsABC News - Jan. 1
