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U.S. sees national security concerns over microchips
Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo is at the center of a global competition for semiconductor dominance. It's a battle that also puts her at the center of two of the hottest global national security hotspots. Lesley Stahl of 60 Minutes spoke with ...CBS News - Top stories -
Ecuador votes for tougher security amid gang violence
In a referendum, Ecuadoreans voted in favour of allowing the military to patrol the country's streets.BBC News - Top stories -
Italian Bonds Marginally Outperform Bunds After S&P Affirms Rating, Outlook
Italian BTPs marginally outperformed Bunds in early European trade after S&P affirmed Italy’s BBB rating and stable outlook.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Manchester’s new arena delays opening night amid safety concerns
US-backed Co-op Live takes ‘difficult decision’ to reschedule comedian’s showsFinancial Times - World -
Iran's president arrives in Pakistan for 3-day visit amid tight security
Iranian and Pakistani leaders vowed to strengthen economic and security cooperation as the two countries seek to smooth over a diplomatic riftABC News - World - Pakistan -
US advances review of Nevada lithium mine amid concerns over endangered wildflower
The Biden administration has taken a significant step in its expedited environmental review of what could become the third lithium mine in the U.S. That's assuming it can withstand anticipated legal challenges from conservationists who fear it ...ABC News - Tech -
Tunisian Jews scale back annual pilgrimage to ancient synagogue because of security concerns
Jewish Tunisians who organize an annual pilgrimage to one of the world’s oldest synagogues are planning a scaled-down event next monthABC News - World -
Is Online Shopping Bad for the Planet?
In theory, getting deliveries can be more efficient than driving to the store. But you may still want to think before you add to cart.The New York Times - Business -
Several prominent universities took steps to stem further fallout from on-campus confrontations over the Israel-Hamas war, as the schools braced for more heated protests and escalating security concerns.
Several prominent universities took steps to stem further fallout from on-campus confrontations over the Israel-Hamas war, as the schools braced for more heated protests and escalating security concerns.The Wall Street Journal - World -
China’s Pinduoduo Has Reshaped Discount Shopping
Pinduoduo appeals to people seeking deals and “downgraded spending,” as consumer purchasing in China has slowed recently amid economic rockiness.The New York Times - Top stories - China -
China’s Pinduoduo Has Reshaped Discount Shopping
Pinduoduo appeals to people seeking deals and “downgraded spending,” as consumer purchasing in China has slowed recently amid economic rockiness.The New York Times - Business - China -
EU may suspend money-for-views TikTok feature
The feature, which pays users to go on TikTok, could be temporarily suspended as early as Thursday.BBC News - Top stories - European Union -
China Orders Apple to Remove Popular Messaging Apps
WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram among apps cut from iPhone app store to comply with censorship demand.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - China -
Brooke Henderson storms up Chevron leaderboard before weather suspends play
Henderson carded seven birdies and an eagle on her first 14 holes and sits a shot off the lead as play was halted Saturday afternoon at Carlton Woods.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
World Bank suspends Tanzania tourism funding after claims of killings and evictions
Plan to expand Ruaha national park has been beset by allegations of abuse, leading bank to withhold final $50m of $150m budget. The World Bank has suspended financing intended to develop tourism in southern Tanzania after allegations of killings, ...The Guardian - World -
Google CEO Pichai Calls for Reset After Activist Firings
The tech giant fired over two dozen employees following sit-in protests at its offices in New York and California over its cloud-computing deal with Israel.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Google -
Google fires 28 employees who protested Israel cloud contract
The protests, organized by the No Tech for Apartheid campaign, raised concerns about Google and Amazon's $1.2 billion contract with the Israeli government and military called Project Nimbus.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - Google -
Google's New Privacy Plan Has Flaws, Regulator Says in Internal Documents
The Information Commissioner’s Office said in a draft report that Google’s proposed replacements for cookies have gaps that advertisers can exploit.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Google -
Japanese doctors demand damages from Google over "groundless" reviews
A group of Japanese doctors has filed a civil lawsuit against U.S. search giant Google, demanding damages for what they say are results showing unpoliced derogatory and often false commentsABC News - Tech - Google -
Google Fires 28 Employees Who Protested an Israeli Cloud Contract
The dismissals escalated longstanding tensions between company leaders and activist employees opposed to supplying technology to Israel’s government.The New York Times - Tech - Google -
Tech's earnings bonanza this week shines spotlight on growing troubles at Tesla, Google
This quarter's earnings reports from the U.S. tech giants coincide with a mountain of drama that the companies are facing.CNBC - Business - Google -
Truth Social Has an Edge as Rival Right-Wing Apps Falter
Donald Trump’s social media platform has outdistanced similar conservative sites such as Parler and Gettr, even as it lags far behind X and others.The New York Times - Tech -
European Union questions TikTok on new app that pays users for watching
European Union regulators are seeking details from TikTok on a new app from the video sharing platform that pays users to watch videosABC News - Tech - Tiktok -
House Votes to Ban TikTok, but the App Won't Disappear Anytime Soon
The bill will go to the Senate, and if it's passed in is current form, it will require ByteDance, TikTok's Chinese parent company, to sell it within nine months.Inc. - Business -
Apple pulls WhatsApp and Threads from App Store on Beijing's orders
Apple says it has removed Meta’s WhatsApp messaging app and its Threads social media app from the App Store in China on Beijing’s ordersABC News - Tech - Apple -
Apple Says It Was Ordered to Pull WhatsApp From China App Store
Apple said it removed WhatsApp and Threads from its China app offerings Friday on Beijing’s orders, amid technological tensions between the U.S. and China.The New York Times - Business - Apple -
Apple Says It Was Ordered to Pull WhatsApp From China App Store
Apple said it removed WhatsApp and Threads from its China app offerings Friday on Beijing’s orders, amid technological tensions between the U.S. and China.The New York Times - Tech - Apple -
Senate Passes Spying Bill, Rejecting Privacy Concerns
Intelligence officials said the tool is vital to disrupting terror plots and cyberattacks.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Korda 1 stroke back in suspended 3rd round of Chevron Championship as she chases 5th straight win
Nelly Korda was one shot off the lead at the Chevron Championship when the third round was suspended Saturday because of lightning in the areaABC News - Sports -
Hundreds gather for candlelight vigil at Bondi Beach to pay tribute to victims of shopping centre attack
Anthony Albanese says vigil was to honour victims and ‘mourn for all the years of joy they should have known’. Get our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastHundreds of people attended a candlelit vigil at Bondi Beach on ...The Guardian - World -
Smart ways to shop for used EVs, which now cost half as much as they did in 2022
Buying a car has been an expensive proposition in the last few years, but discounts on used electric vehicles have been a bright spot for the growing number of consumers considering going electric.MarketWatch - Business -
EU threatens to suspend TikTok Lite’s money-for-views program over addiction fears
The European Union on Monday opened proceedings against ByteDance's TikTok and threatened to suspend its newly launched TikTok Lite rewards program.CNBC - Business - European Union -
Facing pressure from rights groups, World Bank suspends funding for Tanzania tourism project
A U.S.-based rights group says the World Bank has suspended funding for a tourism project in Tanzania that allegedly caused the suffering of tens of thousands of villagersABC News - World -
Google fires 28 workers in aftermath of protests over big tech deal with Israeli government
Google has fired 28 employees in the aftermath of protests over technology that the internet company is supplying the Israeli government amid the Gaza war, further escalating tensions surrounding a hot-button dealABC News - Tech - Google -
Google is combining its Android software and Pixel hardware divisions to more broadly integrate AI
Google says it will combine the software division responsible for Android mobile software and the Chrome browser with the hardware division known for Pixel smartphones and Fitbit wearablesABC News - Tech - Google -
Japan's anti-monopoly body orders Google to fix ad search limits affecting Yahoo
Japan’s antitrust watchdog says U.S. search giant Google must fix its advertising search restrictions affecting YahooABC News - Tech - Google -
With 4 Words, Google’s CEO Sundar Pichai Responded to Firing 28 Protesters. It’s a Lesson Every Leader Should Learn
As a leader, you're accountable for the culture you build.Inc. - Business -
Apple Weighs Manufacturing in Indonesia Amid Diversification Drive
Apple will consider making some of its products in Indonesia, Chief Executive Tim Cook said, coming on the heels of a plan by the U.S. tech giant to ramp up investment in neighboring Vietnam.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Apple -
Iran on Edge Amid Airstrikes, Crackdowns and Fear of War
Facing deep economic troubles and a restive population, the government seems to have adopted a policy of declaring victory over Israel and cracking down at home, analysts say.The New York Times - Top stories - Iran -
China’s Ambassador to Canada Leaves Post Amid Tensions
Yahoo News - World - China