Viral Disinformation Targeting
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World - Financial Times
Meloni targets banks and insurers to raise €3.5bn to plug Italian budget
Rome approves proposals targeting deferred tax payments and stock options in financial sectorOctober 15 -
Politics - The Hill
DeSantis announces arrest of former owner of dog whose Highway Patrol rescue went viral
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) announced Tuesday that the former owner of a dog who was rescued by Highway Patrol as Hurricane Milton made landfall has been arrested and will be charged with animal ...October 15 -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Carly Pearce on country music's big year and that viral moment with a heckler
The country star talks about the traditionalism of her latest album, 'Hummingbird,' and the interaction with a heckler that spawned a viral video.October 15 -
Business - MarketWatch
Oil prices drop over 4% after report Israel won’t target Iran’s oil facilities
Oil futures dropped by more than 4% on Tuesday, with U.S. and global benchmark prices settling at their lowest in about two weeks after a report that Israel will not attack key oil facilities in Iran.October 15 - Israel -
Business - Financial Times
Reeves aims to close £40bn funding gap as she plans tax rises in Budget
Figure is significantly more than the £22bn fiscal hole the government previously identifiedOctober 15 -
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Tech - ABC News
Meta’s Oversight Board says viral video left on Facebook threatened LGBTQ+ people in Nigeria
Meta’s oversight board has expressed serious concern over the company’s failure to take down a viral graphic video showing two men bleeding after they were apparently beaten up for being allegedly gayOctober 15 - Facebook -
World - The Guardian
Manchester City target Rúben Amorim as next manager if Pep Guardiola leaves
Sporting coach has been on the radar of top clubs Portuguese is close to incoming direcor of football Viana Manchester City are strongly considering the Sporting head coach, Rúben Amorim, as ...October 15 -
Tech - ABC News
Cyber criminals increasingly helping Russia and China target the US, Microsoft says
Russia, China and Iran are expanding their partnerships with cyber criminals to conduct cyberespionage and cyberattacks against the U.S. and other nations, according to a new report from MicrosoftOctober 15 - China -
Business - Financial Times
Israel assures US that retaliation against Iran will target military
Oil prices fall on signs Benjamin Netanyahu plans to avoid energy sector and nuclear sitesOctober 15 - Iran -
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Politics - The Hill
Massive meat recall includes hundreds of products sold at Walmart, Target, more
Check your fridge and freezer: A massive meat recall linked to possible listeria contamination has impacted hundreds of ready-to-eat meals sold at major grocery store chains across the U.S., ...October 15 -
Top stories - The New York Times
Meteorologists Face Harassment and Death Threats Amid Hurricane Disinformation
Weather experts say the spiraling falsehoods, especially claims that the government is creating or controlling storms, have gotten out of hand.October 14 -
Top stories - The New York Times
Harris Campaign Unveils Policy Agenda Targeted at Black Men
The vice president released a plan to help Black men financially, held interviews with two Black media outlets and put out targeted ads in battleground states.October 14 - Kamala Harris -
Business - Inc.
Harris Targets Black Men With New Economic Proposals
The Democratic candidate suggests small business loans and improved access to the legal cannabis industry for Black entrepreneurs.October 14 -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Her 8-Year-Old Drove Herself to Target and Became an Internet Star
Tangie Wilson was sleeping when her daughter Zoe sneaked out of the house and drove to the store. The tale of how it all unfolded is as relatable as it is incredible.October 14 -
Business - Financial Times
Israel accused of targeting medics in Lebanon after 150 killed
Dozens of clinics and hospitals, some linked with Hizbollah, hit by air strikes in escalating campaignOctober 14 - Israel -
World - The New York Times
Russian Disinformation Targets U.S.-Backed Anti-Malaria Campaign
Scientists fighting the spread of infectious diseases on the continent have been targeted online by pro-Russian activists, part of an effort to spread fear and mistrust of the West.October 14 - Russia -
Sports - ESPN
Spain boss: Yamal must toughen up after targeting
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has warned Lamine Yamal to get used to rough treatment on the pitch after the Barcelona winger was targeted in his country's 1-0 UEFA Nations League win over Denmark ...October 14 - Spain -
Top stories - CBS News
Alejandro Mayorkas says election disinformation is "extremely damaging"
Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas also noted on Sunday that he's "incredibly concerned" about misinformation that's spread in the aftermath of two hurricanes.October 13