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Netanyahu describes corruption charges against him as ‘ocean of absurdity’ at trial
Israeli prime minister criticises media and investigators and describes himself and his family as victims. A combative Benjamin Netanyahu has become the first Israeli prime minister to take the ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Thousands scour Syria's most horrific prison but find no sign of their loved ones
Tens of thousands came to Saydnaya Prison from all over Syria after the fall of former President Bashar Assad to search for their loved onesABC News - Dec. 10 -
YouTube algorithms push eating disorder content to teen girls, study finds
Study released by the Center for Countering Digital Hate confirms YouTube algorithms consistently push eating disorder and self-harm content to teen girls.CBS News - Dec. 10 -
Moderate Earthquake Rattles Reno and Lake Tahoe
Preliminary estimates showed that the quake had a magnitude of 5.8, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
TikTok files emergency motion to stop ban from taking effect
The ban is set to go into effect next month unless TikTok finds a new owner.ABC News - Dec. 9 -
47-year-old billionaire: 'My superpowers' are paranoia, workaholism and micromanaging—'that's worked for me'
Peter Beck's concern around failure often keeps him up at night, but the billionaire says it also helped him build Rocket Lab into a $11 billion company.CNBC - Dec. 9 -
PS5 DualSense Hall Effect Stick Replacements Now Available
There’s a lot to love about the PS5 DualSense controller, but there’s also one big oversight--it doesn’t use Hall Effect joysticks. That means it can--and often does--succumb to joystick drift over ...GameSpot - Dec. 9 -
China vows 'more proactive' fiscal stimulus measures, 'moderately' looser monetary policy
China's leaders pledged "more proactive" fiscal and monetary policies next year to boost domestic consumption, according to an official readout.CNBC - Dec. 9 -
'The best way to effect change is through music'
Rap artist Smack Jay brought a message of human rights and respect to primary school pupils in Belfast.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
Thrustmaster H.E.A.R.T. Review: A Hall Effect Controller
An affordable upgrade over the default Xbox controller—but not without compromises.Wired - Dec. 8 -
Dull Men's Club - the 'mundane' Facebook group that became an unlikely hit
A smooth Mars Bar caused a club, created in New York in the 1980s, to go viral. But does it live up to its name?BBC News - Dec. 8 -
Explosion causes injuries and damages apartments in Dutch city
An explosion and fire has rocked a neighborhood in the Dutch city of The Hague, killing three people and injuring other people and destroying several apartmentsABC News - Dec. 7 -
Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED Review: A Simple and Effective Laptop
It’s not flashy, but this Asus laptop has all the power you probably need plus a crisp OLED display.Wired - Dec. 7 -
‘Enormous and irreparable damage’: former chairmen call for resignations at RFU
Anger at salary and bonuses paid to top executives RFU reported £40m loss and made staff redundant Three former chairmen of the Rugby Football Union have called for the mass resignations of the ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
How effects meld past and present as 'Apes' sequel 'Kingdom' steps into the future
For director Wes Ball, setting 'Kingdom' in lush jungles and harsh beaches was a chance to imagine a fresh new take on the long-running 'Planet of the Apes' franchise.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 6 -
What does the middle want? Effective leadership and results.
No Labels has identified 10 core beliefs that enjoy widespread support among the middle of the electorate, including strong borders, equality of opportunity, equality under the law and affordable ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
No initial reports of major damage after 7.0 earthquake off coast of California
Northern California was rattled Thursday by an offshore 7.0 earthquake that triggered tsunami warnings from Oregon down to the Bay Area. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen has the latest.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Australian leader blames antisemitism for arson that extensively damaged a Melbourne synagogue
Arsonists have extensively damaged a Melbourne synagogue in what Australia’s prime minister has condemned as an antisemitic attack on Australian valuesABC News - Dec. 6 -
Californians assessing damage from earthquake after tsunami warnings lifted
Aftershocks are being felt in California after a major earthquake struck off the coast near Eureka, triggering tsunami warnings that were later lifted. CBS News Bay Area has continuing coverage as ...CBS News - Dec. 5 -
Moment earthquake hits California and damages store
A tsunami warning was cancelled after the 7.0 magnitude quake shook parts of the West coast.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
Damage reported after California earthquake, evacuations prompted by tsunami warnings
Tsunami warnings have been triggered in Oregon and California after a major earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California Thursday afternoon. CBS News Bay Area has coverage.CBS News - Dec. 5 -
ESPN will have content on Disney+ with dedicated section
ESPN is continuing their transition into more direct-to-consumer offerings and being more accessible with Wednesday’s launch of Disney+ABC News - Dec. 5 -
ESPN will have content on Disney+ with dedicated section
ESPN is continuing their transition into more direct-to-consumer offerings and being more accessible with Wednesday’s launch of Disney+ABC News - Dec. 5 -
Afghan TV station shuttered for vulgar content and working with exiled media
An Afghan TV station has been shuttered over allegedly vulgar content and working with exiled mediaABC News - Dec. 5 -
South Korean Military Leaders Describe Confusion During Failed Crackdown
Top military officials offered the first inside account of when President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law. Mr. Yoon faces impeachment on Saturday, and massive protests against him are planned.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
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Williams: Bears' turnover 'steppingstone' for me
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams portrayed a positive outlook on the effect that the team's coaching changes he has experienced as a rookie will have on his career.ESPN - Dec. 4 -
Why the Founder of Substack Hates the Phrase ‘Content Creator’
What if the media you consume isn’t just how you spend your time—but who you become?Inc. - Dec. 4 -
How damaging is the Gregg Wallace scandal for the BBC?
Culture editor Katie Razzall explores what the allegations against the MasterChef host mean for the corporation.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Billion dollar squirrel: Trump effect fuels crypto’s ‘memecoin’ boom
Tokens based on online viral moments outpace bitcoin over past month but critics say they reflect market frothFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Telegram partners with child safety group to scan content for sexual abuse material
Before the arrest of Telegram’s CEO, the platform had a reputation for resisting outside pressure to moderate content.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Van Nistelrooy's effect on Leicester highlights depth of Lopetegui's plight | Ben Fisher
New manager’s instant connection with fans stood in stark contrast to the forlorn, isolated figure in West Ham’s dugout. Ninety-eight seconds. That was all that was required for Ruud van ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Meta to scale back content moderation
Presented by LGBT Tech — {beacon} Technology Technology PRESENTED BY The Big Story Meta says harmless content taken down 'too often' Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, said ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Meta says harmless content is mistakenly taken down ‘too often’
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, said Tuesday its error rates can be “too high” when enforcing content moderation policies and pledged to improve their policy rollouts. “We ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Husband of UK royal took own life after ‘adverse effects of medication’
Coroner says evidence suggests Thomas Kingston, who was married to Lady Gabriella, had a ‘lack of suicidal intent’. The son-in-law of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent killed himself after ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Hegseth passing on meetings with moderate senators and Democrats amid misconduct allegations
President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet choices have been making the rounds on Capitol Hill to meet with the senators who will vote for their confirmation, but defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
TikTok defends handling of Romania election content in grilling by EU lawmakers
TikTok took down several networks allegedly trying to meddle in Romania’s elections, executives said Tuesday as they defended the company’s election integrity measures to European Union lawmakersABC News - Dec. 3 -
Morning Report — Democrats bemoan party damage from Biden pardon
In today’s issue: President Biden knew that Sunday’s pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, after saying all year that he would not intervene, would set off howls from critics. He boarded Air Force One ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
East Coast to See More Freezing Temperatures as Lake-Effect Snow Eases
Snow has been piling up for days around the Great Lakes as temperatures remain bitterly cold in the eastern United States. Another storm system brings the threat of more.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Protecting or restricting? The effect of social media bans on the big dreams of young Australians
Australia is about to find out if stopping under-16s accessing platforms like Instagram and TikTok will protect against harmful content or stifle creativity and block opportunity. Follow our ...The Guardian - Dec. 2
