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Tory MPs urge tougher action on China after cyber-attacks
Senior Tories say ministers not holding China to account after Beijing targeted elections watchdog and politicians. Tory MPs have urged ministers to take a tougher approach towards China after the security services confirmed Beijing-backed hackers ...The Guardian - World - China -
U.S. and Britain accuse China-linked hackers of ‘malicious’ cyber campaigns, announce sanctions
The U.S. and U.K. on Monday accused Chinese state-affiliated hackers of being behind cyber campaigns targeting political figures.CNBC - Business -
U.S. Accuses Chinese Hackers of Targeting Critical Infrastructure in America
The Treasury Department imposed sanctions on the hackers, who they said were working as a front for Beijing’s top spy agency.The New York Times - Top stories -
US sanctions China-based hackers for allegedly targeting critical infrastructure
The United States has sanctioned China-based hackers for allegedly targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, the Treasury Department announced Monday.ABC News - Top stories -
US sanctions Chinese hackers accused of targeting critical infrastructure
The Biden administration sanctioned two Chinese nationals and a Wuhan-based company Monday that allegedly targeted critical infrastructure sectors in the U.S. as part of an expansive hacking effort. The Treasury Department levied sanctions against ...The Hill - Politics -
US and UK unveil sanctions against Chinese state-backed hackers over alleged ‘malicious’ attacks
The US alleges the individuals were working as a front for Beijing in an indictment and sanctions announcement. China cyber-attacks explained: who is behind the hacking operation against the US and UK?Hackers backed by China’s government spy ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
Several injured as Russian missiles target Kyiv
A three-storey building is badly damaged in the attack, as Russia steps up air strikes against Ukraine.BBC News - Top stories - Russia -
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US and UK go after Chinese hackers accused of state-backed operation against politicians, dissidents
Hackers linked to the Chinese government launched a sweeping, state-backed operation that targeted U.S. officials, journalists, corporations, pro-democracy activists and the U.K.’s election watchdogABC News - Tech - United Kingdom -
U.S. charges Chinese nationals in hacking scheme targeting politicians, businesses
The Justice Department accused the individuals of targeting U.S. businesses and political officials to promote the Chinese government's "economic espionage and foreign intelligence objectives."CBS News - Politics -
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Hackers threaten to publish huge cache of NHS data
It comes two weeks after NHS Dumfries and Galloway was hit with a cyber attack on its IT systems.BBC News - Top stories -
U.S. Charges Alleged Chinese Hackers as U.K. Says Voter Files Accessed
The Biden administration targeted the alleged Chinese hackers while the British government accused Beijing of hacking the U.K.’s electoral register.The Wall Street Journal - World -
New Zealand follows U.S., U.K. in accusing China-backed hackers of cyberattacks
New Zealand has accused China of “malicious cyber activity” linked to Chinese state actors, who targeted its parliament in 2021.NBC News - Top stories - New Zealand -
State Department offers $10 million reward for info on UnitedHealthcare hackers
The State Department announced Wednesday it would provide a $10 million reward for information about the Blackcat ransomware group that hacked UnitedHealth Group in February. “The ALPHV BlackCat ransomware-as-a-service group compromised computer ...The Hill - Politics -
Chinese Hackers Charged in Decade-Long Global Spying Rampage
US and UK officials hit Chinese hacking group APT31 with sanctions and criminal charges after they targeted thousands of businesses, politicians, and critics of China.Wired - Tech -
Sources: Louisville targets Charleston's Kelsey
Pat Kelsey, who has guided Charleston to back-to-back NCAA tournament appearances, is being targeted by Louisville for its coaching vacancy, sources told ESPN.ESPN - Sports -
Targeting Americans | Sunday on 60 Minutes
For the first time, sources tell 60 Minutes they have evidence that a U.S. adversary may be involved in attacks on American government officials and a condition known as Havana Syndrome. Scott Pelley reports, Sunday.CBS News - Top stories -
Kate rumours linked to Russian disinformation
Researchers say a co-ordinated campaign deliberately heightened rumours about the Princess of Wales.BBC News - Top stories - Russia -
Evan Gershkovich's Year in a Russian Prison
Vladimir Putin believes there’s no downside to arresting Americans.The Wall Street Journal - World - Russia -
Biden Targets Private Jets in Hunt for Tax Revenue
The White House’s new focus on corporate aviation is drawing backlash from an industry that says it supports manufacturing.The New York Times - Business - Joe Biden -
Brewers' Woodruff to skip season, targets 2025
Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff says he won't pitch this season while he recovers from surgery to his throwing shoulder.ESPN - Sports -
Australia's Canva Targets Professional Designers With U.K. Acquisition
Design-software developer Canva acquired U.K.-based design platform Affinity, targeting professional users, as the Australian company builds toward a U.S. stock-market listing.The Wall Street Journal - World - Australia -
French budget deficit overshoots target to hit 5.5%
Finance minister says nation needs ‘wake-up call’ on excessive spendingFinancial Times - World - France -
Australia's Canva Targets Professional Designers With U.K. Acquisition
Design-software developer Canva acquired U.K.-based design platform Affinity, targeting professional users, as the Australian company builds toward a U.S. stock-market listing.The Wall Street Journal - Business - Australia -
Now's the Time for Budget Brands to Target Luxury Shoppers
Walmart and Dollar Tree are tapping higher-income customers to make ends meet. Businesses of all sizes might consider following suit.Inc. - Business -
Sources: SMU targeting USC's Enfield as coach
SMU is targeting Andy Enfield for the school's basketball job, sources told ESPN.ESPN - Sports -
Hackers Found a Way to Open Any of 3 Million Hotel Keycard Locks in Seconds
The company behind the Saflok-brand door locks is offering a fix, but it may take months or years to reach some hotels.Wired - Tech -
Will hackers get my $3 million retirement savings if I keep it all at one investment firm?
Many people think spreading their accounts around to different institutions will keep their money safe, but that might be more trouble than it’s worth.MarketWatch - Business -
British judges ruled that WikiLeaks founder and former hacker Julian Assange can't immediately be extradited to the U.S. to face spying charges.
British judges ruled that WikiLeaks founder and former hacker Julian Assange can’t immediately be extradited to the U.S. to face spying charges.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Ukraine Rejects Russian Speculation That It Had Role in Attack
Kyiv has accused Russia of falsely suggesting it was to blame for the terrorist attack in Moscow and of using the assault to escalate the fighting in Ukraine.The New York Times - World - Ukraine -
Ukraine says it hit Russian landing ships in Crimea
A large number of missiles targeted Kyiv early on Sunday as Russia stepped up attacks against Ukraine.BBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Russian day of mourning, as Putin says gunmen arrested
Flags are flying at half mast after at least 133 people were killed at a packed venue outside Moscow.BBC News - Top stories - Russia -
Attack on Russian Concert Hall Threatens Putin'sStrongman Image
Backers of Moscow’s authoritarian system pledged it would provide security. Now the Kremlin confronts Islamist terrorism at home and a costly war abroad.The Wall Street Journal - World - Russia -
Screams and Blank Stares of Shock: Horror at a Russian Concert
The violent attack on Moscow’s outskirts on Friday was a scene of chaos and terror. “You’re just running to figure out where else to run,” one attendee said.The New York Times - World - Russia -
Oil rises after Ukraine strikes Russian refineries, Moscow orders output cuts to meet OPEC+ pledge
At least 10% of Russia's refining capacity has been disrupted by the attacks, according to British intelligence.CNBC - Business - Ukraine -
Beatings and Calls for Execution Follow Russian Concert Attack
The arrests have drawn calls for the return of the death penalty, while Putin tried to direct blame toward Ukraine after the attack that killed 139.The Wall Street Journal - World - Russia -
Russian Court Extends WSJ Reporter's Detention
The decision came almost a year to the day since Evan Gershkovich became the first U.S. journalist to be detained on an allegation of espionage in Russia since the end of the Cold War.The Wall Street Journal - World - Russia -
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