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Today: January 13, 2025
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A powerful potential challenger to SpaceX’s rocket dominance is poised to launch

A powerful potential challenger to SpaceX’s rocket dominance is poised to launch

A powerful potential challenger to SpaceX’s rocket dominance is poised to launch
Europe|Health|Technology|World

Trams collide in the French city of Strasbourg, injuring dozens, though none critically

Firefighters say two trams have collided in Strasbourg in eastern France, injuring dozens of people, though none critically

Trams collide in the French city of Strasbourg, injuring dozens, though none critically
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Opinion|Technology

Why people post themselves crying online

Why people post themselves crying online

Why people post themselves crying online
Business|Economy|Health|Technology|Travel

These are the fastest-growing job titles, according to LinkedIn users

These are the fastest-growing job titles, according to LinkedIn users

These are the fastest-growing job titles, according to LinkedIn users
Entertainment|Political|Technology|US

More than a dozen states have passed new laws that led to restrictions on pornography. Now, the Supreme Court will weigh in

More than a dozen states have passed new laws that led to restrictions on pornography. Now, the Supreme Court will weigh in

More than a dozen states have passed new laws that led to restrictions on pornography. Now, the Supreme Court will weigh in
Crime|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology|US

Professional athletes’ homes are still getting broken into. Here’s how the FBI says the thieves operate

Professional athletes’ homes are still getting broken into. Here’s how the FBI says the thieves operate

Professional athletes’ homes are still getting broken into. Here’s how the FBI says the thieves operate
Asia|Technology|Travel|World

Black boxes from South Korea plane crash failed to record final 4 minutes, officials say

Officials say the black boxes of a Boeing jetliner that crashed in South Korea last month stopped recording about four minutes before the accident

Black boxes from South Korea plane crash failed to record final 4 minutes, officials say
Political|Technology|US

TikTok warns of broader consequences if US Supreme Court allows ban

The lawyer for TikTok and its Chinese parent company ByteDance offered a warning during Supreme Court arguments over a law that would compel the sale of the

TikTok warns of broader consequences if US Supreme Court allows ban
Political|Technology|US

Yes, a TikTok ban is closer than ever. No, your app probably won’t just disappear

Yes, a TikTok ban is closer than ever. No, your app probably won’t just disappear

Yes, a TikTok ban is closer than ever. No, your app probably won’t just disappear
Political|Technology|US

Supreme Court seems ready to allow TikTok ban

TikTok argued that it is protected by the First Amendment, but a majority of justices seem ready to let a ban on downloading the video app take effect Jan. 19 due to national security concerns.

Supreme Court seems ready to allow TikTok ban
Business|Election|Political|Technology|US

Trump, Zuckerberg meet at Mar-a-Lago, Semafor reports

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg met with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago on Friday, Semafor news website reported, citing a source familiar with the matter.

Trump, Zuckerberg meet at Mar-a-Lago, Semafor reports
Economy|Election|Political|Technology|US

Biden slams Meta’s decision to get rid of fact-checking in wide-ranging Q-and-A with reporters

Biden slams Meta’s decision to get rid of fact-checking in wide-ranging Q-and-A with reporters

Biden slams Meta’s decision to get rid of fact-checking in wide-ranging Q-and-A with reporters
Political|Technology|US

Biden says Meta's decision to get rid of fact-checkers is 'really shameful'

President Joe Biden delivered remarks from the White House where he reacted to Meta’s decision to get rid of fact-checkers.

Biden says Meta's decision to get rid of fact-checkers is 'really shameful'
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

TSMC begins producing 4-nanometer chips in Arizona, Raimondo says

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co has begun producing advanced four-nanometer chips for U.S. customers in Arizona, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo told

TSMC begins producing 4-nanometer chips in Arizona, Raimondo says
Business|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

UN aviation agency says almost 12,000 people affected by release of data

The U.N. aviation agency on Friday said that 11,929 individuals had been affected by the unauthorized release of recruitment application data records from April 2016 to July 2024.

UN aviation agency says almost 12,000 people affected by release of data
Sports|Technology

Prime Video's use of AI, Next Gen Stats on NFL games is helping viewers understand the game better

As Prime Video wraps up its third season doing NFL games with an AFC wild-card matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens on Saturday night, the “Prime Vision” feed and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the broadcasts continue to change the way football fans are able to analyze and understand the game

Prime Video's use of AI, Next Gen Stats on NFL games is helping viewers understand the game better
Business|Political|Technology|US

US supports Musk argument in OpenAI lawsuit

U.S. antitrust enforcers weighed in on Friday on Elon Musk's lawsuit seeking to block OpenAI's conversion to a public company, pointing out legal doctrines that support his

US supports Musk argument in OpenAI lawsuit
Business|Political|Technology|US

US Supreme Court justices weigh in on TikTok bid to avoid ban

The Supreme Court's nine justices heard arguments on Friday in a challenge by TikTok and its Chinese parent company ByteDance to a law that would force a sale or ban the widely

US Supreme Court justices weigh in on TikTok bid to avoid ban
Business|Political|Technology|US

Meta nixes diversity and inclusion program as it prepares for second Trump administration

Joining companies such as John Deere and Walmart, Facebook and Instagram’s parent company Meta Platforms Inc. is getting rid of its diversity, equity and inclusion program, a company spokesperson confirmed on Friday

Meta nixes diversity and inclusion program as it prepares for second Trump administration
Political|Technology|US

As China hacking threat builds, Biden to order tougher cybersecurity standards

President Joe Biden is calling for tighter cybersecurity standards for federal agencies and contractors in a new executive order due to be published in the coming days

As China hacking threat builds, Biden to order tougher cybersecurity standards
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Technology|US

IRS says taxpayer service will suffer if Congress cuts modernization funds

The Internal Revenue Service said on Friday it will launch the 2025 tax filing season on Jan. 27 with expanded tools that cannot be adequately supported if the

IRS says taxpayer service will suffer if Congress cuts modernization funds
Health|Political|Science|Technology|US

New intelligence suggests ‘Havana Syndrome’ possibly caused by foreign weapon; overall assessment remains ‘very unlikely’

New intelligence suggests ‘Havana Syndrome’ possibly caused by foreign weapon; overall assessment remains ‘very unlikely’

New intelligence suggests ‘Havana Syndrome’ possibly caused by foreign weapon; overall assessment remains ‘very unlikely’
Business|Economy|Technology

HPE secures $1 billion AI server deal for Elon Musk's X, Bloomberg News reports

Hewlett Packard Enterprise has struck a deal worth over $1 billion to provide Elon Musk's social media platform X with servers optimized for artificial intelligence work, Bloomberg News

HPE secures $1 billion AI server deal for Elon Musk's X, Bloomberg News reports
Entertainment|Political|Technology|US

Stelter: ‘Zuckerberg wants to get off Trump’s enemy list’

CNN chief media analyst, Brian Stelter, weighs in on Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s comments he made on Joe Rogan’s podcast about the US, technology and President-elect Donald Trump.

Stelter: ‘Zuckerberg wants to get off Trump’s enemy list’
Business|Political|Technology|US

Meta ends its DEI programs as Zuckerberg blasts Biden on Joe Rogan

Meta ends its DEI programs as Zuckerberg blasts Biden on Joe Rogan

Meta ends its DEI programs as Zuckerberg blasts Biden on Joe Rogan
Economy|Finance|Technology|US

IRS announces January 27 as the start of the 2025 tax season

The IRS on Friday announced January 27 as the official start date of the 2025 tax season, and expects more than 140 million tax returns to be filed by the April 15 tax deadline

IRS announces January 27 as the start of the 2025 tax season
Americas|Political|Technology

Brazil gives Meta 72 hours to explain changes to fact-checking program

Brazil's government will give Meta until Monday to explain the changes to its fact-checking program, Solicitor General Jorge Messias said on Friday.

Brazil gives Meta 72 hours to explain changes to fact-checking program
Political|Technology|US

Supreme Court seems likely to uphold a federal law that could force TikTok to shut down on Jan. 19

The Supreme Court seems likely to uphold a law that would ban TikTok in the United States beginning Jan. 19 unless the popular social media program is sold by its China-based parent company

Supreme Court seems likely to uphold a federal law that could force TikTok to shut down on Jan. 19
Political|Technology|US

Supreme Court signals it will uphold ban on TikTok over national security concerns and other takeaways from oral arguments

Supreme Court signals it will uphold ban on TikTok over national security concerns and other takeaways from oral arguments

Supreme Court signals it will uphold ban on TikTok over national security concerns and other takeaways from oral arguments
Political|Technology|US

Joan Biskupic highlights questions justices had over potential decision to uphold TikTok ban

A majority of the Supreme Court appeared likely to uphold a controversial ban on TikTok over concerns about its ties to China. CNN chief Supreme Court analyst Joan Biskupic reports.

Joan Biskupic highlights questions justices had over potential decision to uphold TikTok ban
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

EU approves Synopsys' $35 billion Ansys deal under conditions

The European Commission on Friday said it had approved the takeover by chip design software maker Synopsys of software company Ansys, with conditions to the $35 billion cash-and-stock deal

EU approves Synopsys' $35 billion Ansys deal under conditions
Business|Entertainment|Political|Technology|US

TikTok could be banned this month. Here's what users can do to prepare

TikTok has cemented itself as the quintessential entertainment app, offering everything from funny skits and makeup tutorials to social commentary and news

TikTok could be banned this month. Here's what users can do to prepare
Crime|Political|Technology|US|World

US has responded to Chinese-linked cyber attacks on telecoms firms, Sullivan says

The United States has take steps in response to Chinese-linked cyber-espionage operations against U.S. telecoms firms, U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on

US has responded to Chinese-linked cyber attacks on telecoms firms, Sullivan says
Business|Political|Technology|US

The Latest: Supreme Court seems likely to uphold a law that could ban TikTok in the US on Jan. 19

The Supreme Court seemed likely to uphold a law that would ban TikTok in the United States beginning Jan. 19 unless the popular social media program is sold by its China-based parent company

The Latest: Supreme Court seems likely to uphold a law that could ban TikTok in the US on Jan. 19
Business|Technology

Honda Civic hybrid, Ford Ranger and Volkswagen ID. Buzz win 2025 North American vehicle awards

The Honda Civic hybrid won the 2025 North American Car of the Year award, while the Ford Ranger took the crown for the truck honors, and Volkswagen ID

Honda Civic hybrid, Ford Ranger and Volkswagen ID. Buzz win 2025 North American vehicle awards
Business|Election|Political|Technology|US

DOGE sends representatives across US government, Washington Post reports

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DOGE sends representatives across US government, Washington Post reports
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|Technology

Failure to launch: Big media pulls the plug on Venu sports streamer

Walt Disney, Fox and Warner Bros Discovery on Friday abandoned plans to launch Venu Sports, their live sports joint venture, pulling the plug on the

Failure to launch: Big media pulls the plug on Venu sports streamer
Asia|Business|Technology

India's Infosys accuses rival Cognizant of anti-competitive practices

India's Infosys filed a counterclaim against rival Cognizant in a Texas federal court on Thursday, accusing the U.S.-based company of engaging in anti-competitive practices and

India's Infosys accuses rival Cognizant of anti-competitive practices
Africa|Business|Crime|Technology|World

Nigeria's anti-graft agency arrests 105 for internet fraud

Nigeria's anti-graft agency has arrested 105 people, including four Chinese nationals, for suspected involvement in an internet fraud scheme targeting hotels in

Nigeria's anti-graft agency arrests 105 for internet fraud
Health|Science|Technology

From anecdotes to AI tools, how doctors make medical decisions is evolving with technology

Doctors have an overwhelming amount of individual patient data and medical research at their disposal to make diagnoses and treatment plans.

From anecdotes to AI tools, how doctors make medical decisions is evolving with technology
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Technology

UK retailers crank up search for savings ahead of April tax hikes

Britain's big retailers, including Tesco, Sainsbury's, M&S and Next, say they are stepping up their drive for efficiency through automation and other

UK retailers crank up search for savings ahead of April tax hikes
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|Technology|US

Emirati billionaire and Trump ally sees more Gulf investments into US under new president

Emirati billionaire Hussain Sajwani said on Friday he expects more investments from the oil-rich Gulf into the U.S. as President-elect Donald J.

Emirati billionaire and Trump ally sees more Gulf investments into US under new president
Health|Political|Science|Technology|US

US lawmakers ask government to consider curbs on biotech exports to China's military

A bipartisan group of lawmakers called on the Biden administration to consider restricting the export of U.S. biotechnology to the Chinese military, citing concerns Beijing

US lawmakers ask government to consider curbs on biotech exports to China's military
Europe|Political|Technology

German government may yet quit X over algorithms, spokesperson says

The German government is in ongoing discussions about whether to delete its presence on the X platform due to concerns over its algorithms, a spokesperson said on Friday.

German government may yet quit X over algorithms, spokesperson says
Political|Technology|US

The Supreme Court might let the U.S. ban TikTok unless it's sold. Here's what to know.

The Supreme Court seems likely to uphold the law that could ban TikTok, with most of the justices appearing concerned about the national security risks posed by the wildly popular app whose parent company is based in China

The Supreme Court might let the U.S. ban TikTok unless it's sold. Here's what to know.
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

BYD steps up Europe expansion with new compact SUV

BYD will launch its new Atto 2 compact SUV in Europe in February, the Chinese EV giant said on Friday, adding to competition in Europe's electric car market.

BYD steps up Europe expansion with new compact SUV
Asia|Political|Technology|US|World

Chinese hackers breached US agency that reviews foreign investments, CNN reports

Chinese hackers breached the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.

Chinese hackers breached US agency that reviews foreign investments, CNN reports
Political|Technology|US

Supreme Court appears inclined to uphold TikTok ban in US

The Supreme Court seemed inclined on Friday to uphold a law that would force a sale or ban the popular short-video app TikTok in

Supreme Court appears inclined to uphold TikTok ban in US
Business|Science|Technology|US

Bezos' Blue Origin's New Glenn debut to pose long-awaited challenge to SpaceX

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin is set for an inaugural launch of its giant New Glenn rocket on Sunday, a long-awaited first leap to Earth orbit that sets

Bezos' Blue Origin's New Glenn debut to pose long-awaited challenge to SpaceX
Business|Political|Technology|US|World

CNN reporter explains how Chinese hackers infiltrated US government office

Chinese hackers breached the US government office that reviews foreign investments for national security risks, three US officials familiar with the matter told CNN. CNN cybersecurity reporter Sean Lyngaas reports.

CNN reporter explains how Chinese hackers infiltrated US government office
Business|Crime|Political|Technology|US

Chinese hackers breached US government office that assesses foreign investments for national security risks

Chinese hackers breached US government office that assesses foreign investments for national security risks

Chinese hackers breached US government office that assesses foreign investments for national security risks
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology|US

They built careers on TikTok. Now they’re bracing for a possible ban

They built careers on TikTok. Now they’re bracing for a possible ban

They built careers on TikTok. Now they’re bracing for a possible ban
Business|Technology|US

Tesla recalls 239,000 US vehicles over rear-view camera issue

Tesla said on Friday it is recalling about 239,000 vehicles in the United States because rear-view cameras may fail to work.

Tesla recalls 239,000 US vehicles over rear-view camera issue
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Taiwan expects small impact from Trump tariffs on chip exports

Taiwan only expects a small impact from any tariffs imposed by the incoming government of U.S.

Taiwan expects small impact from Trump tariffs on chip exports
Environment|Technology|US

Canadian ‘Super Scooper’ plane grounded after hitting civilian drone over Los Angeles wildfires

Canadian ‘Super Scooper’ plane grounded after hitting civilian drone over Los Angeles wildfires

Canadian ‘Super Scooper’ plane grounded after hitting civilian drone over Los Angeles wildfires
Business|Environment|Europe|Technology

EU's 2024 new wind capacity less than half amount needed for climate goal, industry group says

Wind power provided 20% of the electricity consumed in Europe last year, but the capacity built during the year was less than half of what is needed to meet the European Union's

EU's 2024 new wind capacity less than half amount needed for climate goal, industry group says
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

TSMC's fourth-quarter revenue handily beats market forecast on AI demand

TSMC, the world's largest contract chipmaker, reported on Friday fourth-quarter revenue that easily beat market forecasts and hit its own expectations as it reaped the benefit of

TSMC's fourth-quarter revenue handily beats market forecast on AI demand
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Estonia steps up patrols in the icy Baltic Sea in a show of force after suspected cable sabotage

Estonian naval ships are taking part in stepped-up patrols in the Baltic Sea by NATO countries after undersea power and communications cables have been damaged in recent months

Estonia steps up patrols in the icy Baltic Sea in a show of force after suspected cable sabotage
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Nvidia criticizes reported Biden plan for AI chip export curbs

Nvidia on Thursday criticized a reported plan by the Joe Biden administration to impose new restrictions on AI chip exports, saying that the outgoing U.S. leader should not "preempt

Nvidia criticizes reported Biden plan for AI chip export curbs
Asia|Political|Technology|World

A cut undersea internet cable is making Taiwan worried about ‘gray zone’ tactics from Beijing

A cut undersea internet cable is making Taiwan worried about ‘gray zone’ tactics from Beijing

A cut undersea internet cable is making Taiwan worried about ‘gray zone’ tactics from Beijing
Asia|Business|Technology

China's SAIC to deepen cooperation with CATL on battery, overseas expansion

Chinese automaker SAIC said on Friday that it will deepen cooperation with electric vehicle battery giant CATL in areas including the battery after market for parts and components

China's SAIC to deepen cooperation with CATL on battery, overseas expansion
Asia|Business|Technology

Hyundai launches $18,000 EV in Japan to penetrate EV-wary market

South Korea's Hyundai Motor said on Friday it would introduce the cheapest compact electric car in Japan, to penetrate a market dominated by local giants with

Hyundai launches $18,000 EV in Japan to penetrate EV-wary market
Asia|Business|Technology

Tesla launches redesigned Model Y in Asia, seeking to fend off rivals

Tesla launched a new version of the Model Y, its best-selling car, in China on Friday, hoping that a redesigned exterior and upgraded features inside will help it regain market

Tesla launches redesigned Model Y in Asia, seeking to fend off rivals
Business|Technology|US

Musk asks state AGs to auction off OpenAI stake in nonprofit restructuring, sources say

A lawyer for billionaire Elon Musk has asked attorney generals in the states of California and Delaware to push OpenAI to auction a major stake in its business to decide fair value of its

Musk asks state AGs to auction off OpenAI stake in nonprofit restructuring, sources say
Education|Technology

'Everyone belongs here': Visually impaired student teaching her classmates braille

'Everyone belongs here': Visually impaired student teaching her classmates braille

'Everyone belongs here': Visually impaired student teaching her classmates braille
Australia|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

US lobbied Greenland rare earths developer Tanbreez not to sell to China

U.S. and Danish officials lobbied the developer of Greenland's largest rare earths deposit last year not to sell its project to

US lobbied Greenland rare earths developer Tanbreez not to sell to China
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Technology|US

Meta knew it used pirated books to train AI, authors say

Meta Platforms used pirated versions of copyrighted books to train its artificial intelligence systems with approval from its CEO Mark Zuckerberg, a group of authors

Meta knew it used pirated books to train AI, authors say
Technology|US|Videos

Video shows blaze after power substation explosion

Video shows blaze after power substation explosion

Video shows blaze after power substation explosion
Political|Technology|US

What to watch for as tech-averse Supreme Court weighs historic ban on TikTok

What to watch for as tech-averse Supreme Court weighs historic ban on TikTok

What to watch for as tech-averse Supreme Court weighs historic ban on TikTok
Education|Environment|Technology

How does it work? New AI robots keeping recyclables from landfills

How does it work? New AI robots keeping recyclables from landfills

How does it work? New AI robots keeping recyclables from landfills
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

US to finalize Chinese vehicle crackdown rules next week, Raimondo says

President Joe Biden's outgoing administration plans to finalize rules next week cracking down on Chinese vehicle software and hardware, U.S.

US to finalize Chinese vehicle crackdown rules next week, Raimondo says
Business|Europe|Science|Technology

Europe space chief says cooperation intact despite Italy moves

The head of the European Space Agency dismissed concerns on Thursday that cooperation in Europe is dwindling as Italy charts its own course on

Europe space chief says cooperation intact despite Italy moves
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Airbus keeps top spot with 766 jet deliveries in 2024

Airbus delivered 766 jets in 2024 and looked certain to maintain leadership of the jetmaking industry for a sixth year as arch-rival Boeing recovers cautiously from a prolonged

Airbus keeps top spot with 766 jet deliveries in 2024
Business|Political|Technology|US

‘Shark Tank’s’ Kevin O’Leary and billionaire Frank McCourt want to buy TikTok. One problem: It’s not for sale

‘Shark Tank’s’ Kevin O’Leary and billionaire Frank McCourt want to buy TikTok. One problem: It’s not for sale

‘Shark Tank’s’ Kevin O’Leary and billionaire Frank McCourt want to buy TikTok. One problem: It’s not for sale