The Telegram Problem Gov. Kathy Hochul on School Phone Bans Kevin’s A.i. Reputation Rehab

As Schools Ban Phones, More Kids Are Using Smartwatches

Many parents are unable or unwilling to send their children to school with a phone. Smartwatch use among kids is booming, but experts warn the devices could be yet another “electronic umbilical cord.”

Tech - Wired - October 29

In this Florida school district, some parents are pushing back against a cellphone ban

It’s no surprise that students are pushing back on cellphone bans in classrooms

Tech - ABC News - Yesterday

Sick man of Europe? Germany’s bosses sound alarm on staff illness

Studies claim that fewer sick days would have stopped the country’s economy shrinking last year

Business - Financial Times - November 1

School leaders know fixing problems a marathon, not a sprint

But school leaders do not agree on how quickly the government should be pacing itself.

Indonesia steps up trade protectionism with Apple and Google phone bans

South-east Asia’s largest economy pushes foreign tech groups to invest locally or lose market access

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Zimbabwe bans police from using mobile phones while on duty

World - Yahoo News - 4 days ago

Old-school flip phones are making a comeback as some look for simpler lifestyle

Major phone companies say some Americans want to ditch their smartphones in favor of so-called dumb phones. Some cell phone makers have even come up with new models of the iconic flip and brick ...

Pub garden smoking ban dropped from government plans

The Health Secretary said he didn't want to cause further harm to the hospitality industry in England.

Jodi Picoult's 'Nineteen Minutes' tops PEN America of books banned in schools

Jodi Picoult's “Nineteen Minutes” has topped a list compiled by PEN America of the books most often pulled from school shelves

Entertainment - ABC News - November 1

UK government aims to ban smoking outside schools and hospitals

New legislation would cover children’s playgrounds, but pub gardens win reprieve after industry objections

Business - Financial Times - 4 days ago

USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027

Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.

UK government looks at ending Gove ban on councils opening new schools

Education secretary Bridget Phillipson says Tories had ‘tunnel vision’ about promoting academies

Business - Financial Times - 17 hours ago

Kathy Bates talks "Matlock" reboot, tackling ageism

Kathy Bates opens up about playing Madeline Matlock in the CBS reboot, tackling ageism and being an executive producer.

Kathy Bates on "Matlock" role, ageism and her healthy lifestyle

Emmy and Academy Award-winning actor Kathy Bates told "CBS Mornings" she considered going into semi-retirement before landing on the CBS legal drama "Matlock."

Mexican schools have 6 months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines

Mexican officials say schools have six months to implement a government-sponsored ban on junk food or face heavy fines

World - ABC News - October 21

Schools in Mexico have six months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines

Rules targeting fruit drinks, chips and artificial pork rinds come as UN calls child obesity in country an emergency. Schools in Mexico have six months to implement a government-sponsored ban on ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

Mexican schools have 6 months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines

Mexican officials say schools have six months to implement a government-sponsored ban on junk food or face heavy fines

Health - ABC News - October 21

Democrats Took Over a Bucks County School Board, but Still Ban Some Books

Democrats swept a school board election in Bucks County after Republicans instituted book bans and other changes. But the right-wing “parental rights” movement has left an indelible mark.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 27

USDA to ban online transaction fees on school lunch payments for low-income families

A federal policy will prohibit schools from charging transaction fees to low-income families when they make electronic deposits into their lunch accounts.

Millions of People Are Using Abusive AI ‘Nudify’ Bots on Telegram

Bots that “remove clothes” from images have run rampant on the messaging app, allowing people to create nonconsensual deepfake images even as lawmakers and tech companies try to crack down.

Tech - Wired - October 15

Hochul says Trump’s Madison Square Garden rally is a 'white flag of surrender'

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) said she thinks the Madison Square Garden rally former President Trump is hosting Sunday is a “white flag of surrender.” “I think he’s waving the white flag of ...

Politics - The Hill - October 27

Right-Wing Groups Are Organizing on Telegram Ahead of Election Day

Right-wing groups, which use Telegram to organize real-world actions, are urging followers to watch the polls and stand up for their rights, in a harbinger of potential chaos.

Business - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Right-Wing Groups Are Organizing on Telegram Ahead of Election Day

Right-wing groups, which use Telegram to organize real-world actions, are urging followers to watch the polls and stand up for their rights, in a harbinger of potential chaos.

Tech - The New York Times - 3 days ago

The problem with polling

and predicting that “somewhere” is nearly impossible. With the election jus two weeks away, new polls will say nothing meaningful, even if campaigns and the media widely report them. We will all ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Kershaw vows to 'crush' rehab after surgeries

Free agent pitcher Clayton Kershaw, who was limited to just seven games last season for the Dodgers, had foot and knee surgeries Thursday and intends to return for an 18th season in 2025.

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

Starmer’s attorney-general vows to restore UK’s reputation on rule of law

Richard Hermer says government being seen as a ‘good faith actor’ internationally is crucial to attracting investment

Business - Financial Times - October 14

Save Your Reputation: Don’t Like Your Employees Too Much

Discover how likability can affect your judgment—and personal brand.

Business - Inc. - October 30

Gov. Josh Shapiro Tries to Deliver Pennsylvania for Harris

Pennsylvania’s governor may not be on the verge of the vice presidency, but he says he has everything — including his “heart and soul” — riding on a Kamala Harris victory.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 22

Harris campaign ‘blowing the opportunity,’ says Gov. Sununu

Sununu pointed to recent instances where Harris has struggled to distinguish herself from President Joe Biden.

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Gov. Tim Walz on the final week of the election

Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the final week of the election, Biden's response to rhetoric at Trump's rally and the importance of unity in ...

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox wins reelection bid

Gov. Spencer Cox (R) has won Utah's gubernatorial race over state Rep. Brian King (D), according to a projection from The Hill/Decision Desk HQ. The incumbent's general election victory follows ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Ball scores 10 in return; rehab 'all behind me now'

Lonzo Ball scored 10 points in 15 minutes in his first NBA game in more than 1,000 days following a lengthy rehab process.

Sports - ESPN - October 17

A puff on a joint - then six months of forced rehab in a concrete cell

A young woman buys cannabis for friends - and finds herself facing up to 20 years in prison.

'It's pretty comfortable': Jets tackle spends nights in hyperbaric chamber for rehab

Jets tackle Morgan Moses has managed to stay on the field with a round-the-clock rehab program.

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

Hochul says New Yorkers who vote Republican are ‘anti-woman’ and ‘anti-American’

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) said New Yorkers who vote Republican in the state’s tight congressional races are “anti-woman” and “anti-American.” “If you’re voting for these Republicans in New ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Latest in The Telegram Problem Gov. Kathy Hochul on School Phone Bans Kevin’s A.i. Reputation Rehab

As Schools Ban Phones, More Kids Are Using Smartwatches

In this Florida school district, some parents are pushing back against a cellphone ban

Sick man of Europe? Germany’s bosses sound alarm on staff illness

School leaders know fixing problems a marathon, not a sprint

Indonesia steps up trade protectionism with Apple and Google phone bans

Zimbabwe bans police from using mobile phones while on duty

Old-school flip phones are making a comeback as some look for simpler lifestyle

Pub garden smoking ban dropped from government plans

Jodi Picoult's 'Nineteen Minutes' tops PEN America of books banned in schools

UK government aims to ban smoking outside schools and hospitals

USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027

UK government looks at ending Gove ban on councils opening new schools

Kathy Bates talks "Matlock" reboot, tackling ageism

Kathy Bates on "Matlock" role, ageism and her healthy lifestyle

Mexican schools have 6 months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines

Schools in Mexico have six months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines

Mexican schools have 6 months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines

Democrats Took Over a Bucks County School Board, but Still Ban Some Books

USDA to ban online transaction fees on school lunch payments for low-income families

Millions of People Are Using Abusive AI ‘Nudify’ Bots on Telegram

Hochul says Trump’s Madison Square Garden rally is a 'white flag of surrender'

Right-Wing Groups Are Organizing on Telegram Ahead of Election Day

Right-Wing Groups Are Organizing on Telegram Ahead of Election Day

The problem with polling

Kershaw vows to 'crush' rehab after surgeries

Starmer’s attorney-general vows to restore UK’s reputation on rule of law

Save Your Reputation: Don’t Like Your Employees Too Much

Gov. Josh Shapiro Tries to Deliver Pennsylvania for Harris

Harris campaign ‘blowing the opportunity,’ says Gov. Sununu

Gov. Tim Walz on the final week of the election

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox wins reelection bid

Ball scores 10 in return; rehab 'all behind me now'

A puff on a joint - then six months of forced rehab in a concrete cell

'It's pretty comfortable': Jets tackle spends nights in hyperbaric chamber for rehab

Hochul says New Yorkers who vote Republican are ‘anti-woman’ and ‘anti-American’

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