The Olympics have a hole that Netflix is trying to fill
This summer, new seasons of documentaries about running, gymnastics and basketball will be recorded in collaboration with the International Olympic Committee.
Utility company's proposal to report hidden marijuana operations to police raises privacy concerns
BANGOR, Maine (AP) — Operators of illegal marijuana grow houses in rural Maine homes don’t have to worry too much about nosy neighbors. But their… Read More »Utility company's proposal to report hidden marijuana operations to police raises privacy concerns
China begins launching a mega-constellation, and it sounds a lot like Starlink
Enlarge / A Long March 6A rocket launches the first 18 internet satellites for China's Qianfan broadband network, also known as Thousand Sails. Chinese officials… Read More »China begins launching a mega-constellation, and it sounds a lot like Starlink
Elon Musk's X sues advertisers over alleged boycott
X today filed a lawsuit against a group of major advertisers, alleging they conspired to block advertising revenue from the social media platform, which has… Read More »Elon Musk's X sues advertisers over alleged boycott
Cori Bush becomes second 'Squad' member to lose 2024 primaries as Democrats split on Israel
Republican Cori forestD-Mo., suffered a crushing defeat in her St. Louis district on Tuesday night, becoming the second member of the progressive group of House… Read More »Cori Bush becomes second 'Squad' member to lose 2024 primaries as Democrats split on Israel
What's next in the US antitrust cases against Amazon, Apple, Google and Meta?
The federal government has more lawsuits lined up to rein in the tech giants, including an antitrust case against Google that goes to trial next… Read More »What's next in the US antitrust cases against Amazon, Apple, Google and Meta?
Apple employees approve contract at First Union Store in the US
The agreement includes wage increases of approximately 10 percent over a three-year period and guarantees for secondary employment conditions and severance pay.
4 hotel workers charged with murder in connection with death of black man
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Prosecutors on Tuesday charged four Milwaukee hotel employees with aiding and abetting murder in connection with the death of D'Vontaye Mitchell.… Read More »4 hotel workers charged with murder in connection with death of black man
NASA chief will make final decision on how Starliner crew will fly home
Enlarge / SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket and Cargo Dragon spacecraft, seen here with the new launch tower and access arm at SLC-40. SpaceX NASA confirmed… Read More »NASA chief will make final decision on how Starliner crew will fly home
A US judge has declared Google an illegal monopolist. Here's what could happen next
But if Mehta is going to pursue this approach, he’ll need to improve the EU’s rules, says Kamyl Bazbaz, DuckDuckGo’s senior vice president of public… Read More »A US judge has declared Google an illegal monopolist. Here's what could happen next
Son of former Kentucky governor claims he adopted him for 'public image'
The adopted son of former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin claims he was used to boost public opinion of the Republican during his campaign for governor… Read More »Son of former Kentucky governor claims he adopted him for 'public image'
CNET is being sold to Ziff Davis in a sign of potential media deals
Ziff Davis is acquiring CNET for more than $100 million. CEO believes more acquisitions are on the horizon.
X, owned by Elon Musk, files antitrust lawsuit accusing advertisers of boycotting
The company alleged that members of the Global Alliance for Responsible Media were working together to prevent brands from advertising on X.
Biden's Senior Economic Adviser Gene Sperling Resigned After Stock Prices Plummeted. But That Wasn't Why He Quit
Claim: American President Joe Biden's chief economic adviser, Gene Sperling, stepped down after global stock prices plummeted in early August 2024. Judgement: Rating: True Context:… Read More »Biden's Senior Economic Adviser Gene Sperling Resigned After Stock Prices Plummeted. But That Wasn't Why He Quit
AI heats the Olympic swimming pool
In the suburbs of northeastern Paris stands a gigantic terracotta-colored warehouse, its interior a maze of windowless corridors. A deafening hum emanates from behind rows… Read More »AI heats the Olympic swimming pool
