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What Internet Fandoms and Communities Can Tell Us About 2025
Fashion, stan, and other online spaces offer clues to what will dominate next year in politics—for better or, in some cases, much worse.Wired - 7h -
As Online Fandom Persists, UnitedHealthcare Blocks Sale of a Pro-Mangione T-Shirt
In the wake of the shooting of its CEO, UnitedHealthcare is having a difficult time managing its public image, but is using copyright law to block the sale of a T-shirt really going to help?Inc. - 22h -
Undersea internet cables face new threats
With undersea cables linking the world's continents, recent incidents involving foreign vessels raise questions about their security. Chris Krebs, former Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security ...CBS News - 1d -
Wisconsin community holds vigil for victims of school shooting
The victims of Monday’s mass school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin, were remembered at a candlelight vigil on the grounds of the state capitol. It comes as investigators are learning more about the ...NBC News - 1d -
Magnitude 7.3 Earthquake Hits Vanuatu, Triggering Internet Outages
A tsunami alert was lifted for the Pacific island nation, but government websites were offline after the quake. The U.S. Embassy building was seriously damaged, officials said.The New York Times - 1d -
Mystery drone sightings fuel spread of internet theories
One Facebook group has swelled to over 70,000 members as people speculate about the source of the drones.CBS News - 2d -
Canada’s Postal Strike Hits Christmas Deliveries in Remote Communities
For many remote communities in the sparsely populated nation, Canada Post is the only parcel delivery option. Even Amazon relies on it.The New York Times - 4d -
The dark fandom behind CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione
Online adulation painting Luigi Mangione as a folk hero and fuelled by health system anger has worried authorities.BBC News - 5d -
Tulsi Gabbard is the strong, intelligent leader our intelligence community needs
President Trump's pick for director of national intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, is a decorated military veteran with a commitment to upholding the Constitution and restoring accountability and ...The Hill - 6d -
Why is the internet obsessed with a suspected CEO killer?
The killing of a health insurance boss has divided AmericaBBC News - 6d -
Ministers consider weakening rights of communities to block clean-power projects
UK government exploring rule change to limit use of judicial review to challenge large infrastructure projectsFinancial Times - 6d -
Democrats want communications between Epshteyn and Trump appointees disclosed
Allegations recently surfaced that Trump adviser Boris Epshteyn was soliciting financial payments in connection to efforts by potential appointees to secure government positions.CBS News - 6d -
Senate Democrats seek communications between Boris Epshteyn and Trump picks
Two top Senate Democrats are calling on Preisdent-elect Donald Trump's administration picks to be required to disclose any communications they've had with Trump's longtime adviser Boris Epshteyn. ...CBS News - 6d -
Top 10 Gaming Franchises Of 2024, According To Fandom
On top GameSpot's parent company, Fandom, has released the result of its annual ranking for the top franchises in entertainment, including the top gaming, movie, TV, and overall media ...GameSpot - 6d -
A Pokémon creature is the latest subject of the internet's fixation on Luigi Mangione
Social media has seized on a picture of the Pokémon character Breloom as part of a wide-ranging online effort to rally around Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian ...NBC News - Dec. 12 -
One Tech Tip: How to protect your communications through encryption
Cyber officials are advising people to use encryption in their communications after a sprawling hacking campaignABC News - Dec. 12 -
Community rallies to help storm-hit football club
The club's chairman is asking for volunteers to help the club clear up the storm damage.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 12 -
WATCH: 'Brown snow' blankets Maine community
As snow fell across Rumsford, Maine, some residents noticed off-color accumulation.ABC News - Dec. 11 -
Natalie Nakase and Ohemaa Nyanin weigh in on Golden State Valkyries “hungry” fandom that is already building
Yahoo Sports women basketball writer Cassandra Negley is joined by Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase and General Manager Ohemaa Nyanin to discuss what they expect to see from the ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 11 -
Rugby community rallies as search for star goes on
Police fear Tom Voyce has died after trying to cross a Northumberland ford flooded by Storm Darragh.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
Blockchain Innovation Will Put an AI-Powered Internet Back Into Users’ Hands
In 2025, blockchain alternatives will offer more choice, open source innovation, and community-controlled options. They will carry the torch of the open internet.Wired - Dec. 11 -
The Internet’s Obsession With Luigi Mangione Signals a Major Shift
On Monday, police arrested Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old app developer, in connection with the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Online reaction to his apprehension reveals a new form ...Wired - Dec. 10 -
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The weight-loss drug boom has become one of the internet's biggest scams
As demand for obesity drugs like Wegovy, Zepbound, Mounjaro and Ozempic, outpaces supply, online scams are rising, according to cybersecurity experts.CNBC - Dec. 8 -
He Investigates the Internet's Most Vicious Hackers---From a Secret Location
In the increasingly dangerous world of cybercrime, Brian Krebs faces threats, manipulation and the odd chess challenge.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 7 -
How RFK Jr. can win over a skeptical medical community
RFK Jr. should see into the biotechnological future with excitement rather than fear.The Hill - Dec. 7 -
3 Principles to Build a Brand Community
When you create a space that is valuable, authentic, and vulnerably human, it becomes a catalyst for connections beyond business.Inc. - Dec. 7 -
Lodi community gathers to remembers salon owner killed
A deadly shooting in Woodbridge took the life of a beloved Lodi salon owner. Her friends and family are grappling with the devastating loss.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Architects design community solutions for combatting climate disaster
Better social infrastructure can foster resilience in densely-populated urban environmentsFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
How Stalker 2's Launch (Literally) Broke The Internet
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl has enjoyed a generally positive overall reception , despite launching with a few issues . But Stalker 2 released to near-unanimous praise from players in Ukraine, ...GameSpot - Dec. 5 -
Why You Should Start Using Encrypted Communications—Today
A massive hack prompts a government official to encourage businesses to do a better job of protecting their communications.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
As data centers proliferate, conflict with local communities follows
The sprawling, windowless warehouses that hold rows of high-speed servers powering almost everything the world does on phones and computers are increasingly becoming fixtures of the American ...ABC News - Dec. 5 -
People Who Excel at Conversation Always Do This, Says Stanford Communications Expert
Taking a few minutes for mental preparation can help you shine in any conversation.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
Master the Art of Definitive Communication
You might think you’re being diplomatic when you’re actually just being vague.Inc. - Dec. 4 -
Fani Willis ordered to turn over communications in Trump case to conservative group
A Georgia judge ordered Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to turn over to a conservative watchdog group any communications she may have with special counsel Jack Smith or the ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Community 'college deserts' leave students stranded from higher education
Experts are increasingly sounding the alarm on community "college deserts" that leave students without readily accessible higher education options. The deserts, locations where high schools are ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
U.S. officials investigate alleged Chinese cyber hack of communications companies
U.S. officials say they're investigating Chinese government-affiliated hackers who compromised the networks of of U.S. communication companies and were able to intercept private communications of ...NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Art showcasing Scottish Sikh community wins Turner Prize
The judges praised the artist's "unexpected and playful combinations of material".BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Nous Research is training an AI model using machines distributed across the internet
Nous's DisTrO, Distributed Training Over-the-Internet, allows foundation class models to be trained without expensive superclusters.VentureBeat - Dec. 2 -
As temperatures turn frigid, Minnesotans turn to saunas for warmth and community
As temperatures drop into the teens, Minnesotans have embraced sauna culture for warmth and communityABC News - Dec. 2
