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Traveling to Japan? Here Are 8 Useful Apps for Getting Around
Whether you plan to enjoy the nightlife in Tokyo, eat everything in Osaka, or explore the rural countryside, these apps will help you travel more easily in Japan.Tech - Wired - Yesterday -
The Xbox App On PC Is Becoming Quicker And Easier To Use
Microsoft has released a new update for the Xbox app on PC, though the update is currently only available for Xbox Insiders. Among other things, it lets users easily visit a recently played game's ...Tech - GameSpot - October 29 -
Snapchat most-used app for grooming, says NSPCC
The children's charity says the police data shows people are "still waiting" for social media to be made safe,Top stories - BBC News - November 1 -
The Strava problem: how the fitness app was used to locate the world’s most powerful people
A French newspaper has revealed the whereabouts of world leaders with the use of the hugely popular running app. So is it time to stop it tracking your location? . Name: Strava. Age: Founded by ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
Bob's Burgers actor gets year in prison for US Capitol riots
Jay Johnston, a Hollywood actor, is one of the most high-profile people to be jailed for involvement in the 6 January 2021 riot.Top stories - BBC News - October 28 -
Private schools ‘using the system’ to get extra time in exams in England
Widening gap with state sector for special educational needs support is ‘a real concern’ says education secretaryWorld - Financial Times - November 7 -
Here are the benefits all US presidents get when they retire
When a president leaves office, the checks and other benefits continue. Here’s a look at some of those perks, and how they came about.Politics - The Hill - November 19 -
Dallas doctor gets 190 years for tampering with IV bags used in surgeries
A Dallas anesthesiologist has been sentenced to 190 years in prison for injecting a nerve-blocking agent and other drugs into bags of intravenous fluidHealth - ABC News - 6 days ago -
Without the EU, the joke is on us if Trump gets his tariffs | William Keegan
Stronger ties with the single market is the only way to stop the president-elect from having the last laugh. ‘As democracy is perfected, the office of president represents, more and more closely, ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
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'It's going to be hard': US firms race to get ahead of Trump tariffs
The US president-elect's import taxes may be just talk until he takes office - but they are having an impact anyway.Top stories - BBC News - 7 hours ago -
Apple TV app - Top Movies
Apple TV app (Movies) charts for week ending Oct. 28Entertainment - ABC News - October 29 -
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Apple TV app (Movies) charts for week ending Nov. 4Entertainment - ABC News - November 5 -
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Apple TV app (Movies) charts for week ending Nov. 8Entertainment - ABC News - November 12 -
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Apple TV app (Movies) charts for week ending Nov. 15Entertainment - ABC News - November 19 -
US economic growth slows, as Germany avoids recession and France gets Olympics boost – business live
Eurozone GDP grew by 0.4% in the last quarter, faster than expected, as Germany’s economy avoids second contraction in a row. Autumn budget live: major tax rises expected as Rachel Reeves ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
‘I had to get out’: the US military officers filing for conscientious objector status over Gaza
Disillusioned members of the US military have turned to Vietnam war-era policy to terminate their service because of religious or moral convictions. For Joy Metzler, a second lieutenant in the US ...World - The Guardian - November 1 -
Spain’s apocalyptic floods show undeniable truths: the climate crisis is getting worse and Big Oil is killing us | Jonathan Watts
The devastating flooding should spur this month’s Cop29 climate conference to press for immediate action, not look away. Move on. Nothing to see here. Just another ordinary, everyday apocalypse.. ...World - The Guardian - November 2 -
US elections live: Harris makes unexpected stop at DNC headquarters as millions of Americans cast their votes
Harris thanks Democratic staffers in Washington DC and says ‘we have so much work to do’ during phone-banking session. US election results 2024: live map and tracker When will we know the ...World - The Guardian - November 5 -
‘Fat Leonard’ gets 15 years for plotting one of the US military’s biggest scandals
Leonard Francis also ordered to pay $20m restitution to the navy, after pleading guilty to bribery and fraud. Former military defense contractor Leonard “Fat Leonard” Francis was sentenced ...World - The Guardian - November 5 -
With non-football early signing period upon us, we're about to see how messy college sports is going to get
In a way, college athletics enters the next phase of its evolution into a more professionalized entity this week as the early signing period opens up.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 13 -
Patrick Cantlay gets his way – US Ryder Cup players are going to be paid
America’s Ryder Cup players are on course to be paid for the first time, in a break from a near 100-year tradition.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 13 -
Trump picks Linda McMahon for education, and says he won’t reconsider Matt Gaetz nomination – live
President-elect picks prominent donor and co-chair of transition team as education secretary; Trump won’t rethink Gaetz for attorney general despite mounting scrutiny. Trump nominates transition ...World - The Guardian - November 20 -
Russia changes nuclear doctrine as Ukraine gets OK to use U.S. long-range weapons
Moscow will now consider a conventional attack on Russia by any nation supported by a nuclear power to be a joint attack, according to a change in the country's nuclear doctrine signed into law by ...Top stories - CBS News - November 19 -
Steve Jobs Used the 10-80-10 Rule to Lead Others and Get Brilliant Results. You Should, Too
The 10-80-10 rule is a leadership principle that can help you lead better, do beautiful work, and practice emotional intelligence.Business - Inc. - Yesterday -
Addicted to love: how dating apps ‘exploit’ their users
Online services that promise to find people romantic matches have been likened to gambling products designed to keep customers hooked. “Designed to be deleted” is the tagline of one of the UK’s ...World - The Guardian - November 3 -
Buddy raises $1.1M for social utility app
Buddy, a social utility app designed to get you off your phone, announced a $1.1 million pre-seed funding round.Tech - VentureBeat - November 4 -
6 Tested Safety Apps for Personal Protection (2024)
Your smartphone or wearable could be a lifeline in emergencies. These apps could make all the difference.Tech - Wired - November 7 -
Starbucks app goes down, customers complain
The app crashed the same day Starbucks introduced its holiday menu, preventing customers from placing mobile orders.Top stories - CBS News - November 8 -
Consumer watchdog to oversee digital wallets, payment apps
Large companies that offer digital wallets and payment apps will now be overseen by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The CFPB finalized a rule Thursday to bring companies handling ...Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
How choosing a secondary school might be about to get easier
Local projects are under way to create school report cards that could inform Ofsted's national changes.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
2024 App Store Awards - All Finalists
It's that time of year again, and Apple has officially announced the nominees for its upcoming 2024 App Store Awards, which highlights the very best mobile apps--especially mobile games--have on ...Tech - GameSpot - 20 hours ago -
US election live updates: Harris and Trump hold duelling Pittsburgh rallies in final hours of campaigning
Harris says ‘momentum is on our side’ at Pennsylvania rally while Trump celebrates endorsement from podcaster Joe Rogan. Trump and Harris visit key states in final day of campaigning Don’t miss ...World - The Guardian - November 5 -
Fitness App Strava Reveals Biden, Trump Locations, a French Newspaper Says
Le Monde says the secret movements of many world leaders are easily tracked through an app many of their bodyguards use.Business - Inc. - October 29 -
Donald Trump's Ground Game in Michigan Is Mostly Glitchy Apps and Vibes
"It’s what happens when you let a bunch of grifters take over,” a Trumpworld source said. Still, the polls remain even.Tech - Wired - October 30 -
Nintendo Music App Provides The Soundtrack For The Wait For Switch 2
Following the unexpected announcement of new hardware in Alarmo last month, Nintendo has once again surprised us with an out-of-left-field announcement. This time, it’s Nintendo Music, a new music ...Tech - GameSpot - October 31
