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Norovirus wave now more than double last year's peak, in CDC's data
Officials have blamed a new strain for this winter's surge in norovirus cases.CBS News - 14h -
Trump Media shares jump more than 21% week before presidential inauguration
Tech companies and executives have donated to the Trump inaugural fund, including Google, Meta and Amazon, as well as OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.CNBC - 1d -
Dementia risk may be twice as high as Americans live longer, study finds
The risk of developing dementia may be much higher than previously thought, a study published in the journal Nature Medicine has found.NBC News - 1d -
Premier League star's wife reveals 'shocking' social media abuse
The wife of Arsenal striker Kai Havertz shares screenshots after receiving messages following the team's FA Cup loss to Manchester United.BBC News - 1d -
Saturday Sessions: Wilderado performs "Higher Than Most"
Wilderado was formed in 2015, when frontman Max Rainer and guitarist Taylor Wimpee met at Baylor University. In the decade since, the band has recorded two albums and five EPs, and toured the ...CBS News - 3d -
Don’t expect Mark Zuckerberg to save social media
Mark Zuckerberg's decision to do away with fact-checkers on Facebook and Instagram is not a solution to the problem of centralized power over speech, and congressional action is needed to dilute ...The Hill - 3d -
The coming battle between social media and the state
Behind the alignment of X and Meta with Trump is a cold business logic — and a position of weakness rather than strengthFinancial Times - 4d -
A company that tracks and sells Americans' location data has seemingly been hacked
A company that tracks American location data through smartphones has been hacked by Russian cybercriminals, according to cybersecurity researchersNBC News - 4d -
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The TikTok Ban Would Be Social Media’s First Extinction-Level Event
TikTok transformed everyday users into influencers and made entrepreneurs rich via its Shop feature. With the US ban looming, they could lose everything—and many don’t know where to go next.Wired - 4d -
Gaza death toll 40% higher than official number, Lancet study finds
Analysis estimates death toll by end of June was 64,260, with 59% being women, children and people over 65. Research published in the Lancet medical journal estimates that the death toll in Gaza ...The Guardian - 4d -
Gaza death toll may be 41% higher than official figures, study finds
The number of Palestinians killed during Israel's Gaza offensive is higher than local health authorities' figures suggest, researchers in London say.NBC News - 4d -
Many Americans are leaving U.S. states with abortion bans, study finds
Abortion bans enacted since Roe v. Wade was overturned may be driving Americans to leave restrictive states, researchers find.CBS News - 4d -
L.A. wildfires to cost insurers more than $20 billion. Three companies are likely to foot most of the bill.
Allstate, Chubb and Travelers are likely to be the publicly traded insurance carriers most affected, as they are the most exposed to the California homeowners’ market.MarketWatch - 4d -
The uncomfortable truth about social media networks
It may be impossible to run an uncensored network while presenting an environment where anyone can feel safeFinancial Times - 5d -
AI Social Media Users Are Not Always a Totally Dumb Idea
Meta’s AI characters users might seem useless, but fake social media users can sometimes offer valuable insights into real human behavior.Wired - 6d -
Social-Media Companies Decide Content Moderation Is Trending Down
Meta follows in X’s footsteps by letting users fact-check each other with “Community Notes.”The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 7 -
Greenlaw's 49ers future in doubt after ominous social media posts
Dre Greenlaw's future with the San Francisco 49ers is in doubt after social media posts hinted at the linebacker's possible departure in free agency.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7 -
PS5 Midnight Black Collection Revealed - DualSense Edge, PlayStation Portal, And More
PlayStation is expanding its lineup of Midnight Black accessories and hardware with new models of the DualSense Edge Wireless Controller, PlayStation Portal, Pulse Explore Earbuds, and Pulse ...GameSpot - Jan. 7 -
More breast cancer cases found when AI used in screenings, study finds
First real-world test finds approach has higher detection rate without having a higher rate of false positives. The use of artificial intelligence in breast cancer screening increases the chance of ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Nvidia’s $3,000 ‘Personal AI Supercomputer’ Will Let You Ditch the Data Center
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang also announced new AI tools for creating autonomous agents during a keynote address at CES.Wired - Jan. 7 -
Are the new personal data rules workable?
Also in this newsletter: India’s forex reserves fall to an eight-month low and Kumar Mangalam Birla’s mantraFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
‘Sandwich carers’ suffer long mental health toll, study finds
Research increases scrutiny over levels of state support for adults who look after children and elderly relativesFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
‘Forever Chemicals’ Reach Tap Water via Treated Sewage, Study Finds
Wastewater, even after treatment to make it drinkable, contains high levels of PFAS, according to researchers.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
Analysis links fluoride exposure to low IQ but finds 'high risk of bias' in most studies
An analysis of more than 70 studies on fluoride and IQ levels concluded there was a relationship between higher levels of the common water additive and lower IQ levels in children, though a large ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
Less than 0.1% of U.S. minors take gender-affirming medication, study finds
A new study in the journal JAMA Pediatrics found that less than 0.1% of adolescents in the U.S. were prescribed puberty blockers or gender-affirming hormones.NBC News - Jan. 6 -
French police arrest three Algerians in crackdown on social media influencers
Yahoo News - Jan. 6 -
These airlines were the most on time in 2024, analysis finds
Delta ranked highest among U.S. carriers despite a computer outage in July that caused thousands of cancellations.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Algerian social media influencer detained in France accused of calling for attacks
The French interior minister has announced the arrest of a social media influencer from Algeria who is accused of calling for attacks in FranceABC News - Jan. 3 -
Algerian social media influencer detained in France accused of calling for attacks
Yahoo News - Jan. 3 -
More than 2,200 people died in Mediterranean in 2024, UN finds
Figure includes hundreds of children, who make up one in five migrants trying to reach Europe fleeing war and poverty. More than 2,200 people either died or went missing in the Mediterranean while ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
Breast cancer rates rising fastest in younger women, study finds
New research reveals breast cancer rates are increasing faster among younger women than any other group. Elaine Quijano reports on the findings.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Cambridge study aims to find out if dogs and their owners are on same wavelength
Scientists to examine if humans’ and dogs’ brains synchronise when they interact in a way similar to parents and babies. Standing patiently on a small fluffy rug, Calisto the flat-coated retriever ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
Parker Jones becomes social media scapegoat in Georgia's Sugar Bowl loss
A sideline interference penalty cost Georgia 15 yards, earning Parker Jones instant infamy.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3 -
What CCTV and social media videos reveal about New Orleans attack
BBC Verify’s Jake Horton looks at how the attack in New Orleans unfolded.BBC News - Jan. 2 -
Carter Vail Takes the Leap From Social Media to Rock Star
He built a huge audience with ridiculous (and catchy) songs on social media. Despite negotiating a record deal and landing a European tour, he has no plans to change.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
China approved more than 90 per cent of overseas data transfers in 2024: top regulator
Yahoo News - Jan. 2 -
Beamer, Bielema continue feud on social media
South Carolina coach Shane Beamer and Illinois coach Bret Bielema continued their exchange Wednesday on social media after several testy moments during Tuesday's Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.ESPN - Jan. 1 -
Biden: New Orleans attacker's social media posts indicated ISIS ties
President Biden on Wednesday said the individual who carried out an attack in New Orleans that killed at least 15 people posted videos on social media hours earlier indicating they were inspired by ...The Hill - Jan. 2 -
Scandinavians came to Britain long before Vikings and Anglo-Saxons, finds study
Genetic analysis of Roman soldier or gladiator buried in York reveals 25% of his ancestry came from Scandinavia. People with Scandinavian ancestry were in Britain long before the Anglo-Saxons or ...The Guardian - Jan. 1
