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Information security

North Korean hacker used hospital ransomware attacks to fund espionage

North Korean hacker accused of using ransomware funds for espionage against U.S. military and defense contractors. [ more ]

Washington Post

US news

A bullet - or bullet fragment - hit Trump during assassination attempt, FBI says

Former President Donald Trump was confirmed to have been shot in the ear during an assassination attempt at a campaign rally. [ more ]

CyberScoop

Information security

North Korean hacker used hospital ransomware attacks to fund espionage

North Korean hacker accused of using ransomware funds for espionage against U.S. military and defense contractors. [ more ]

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www.npr.org

US news

First look: Photos from Paris Olympics opening ceremony

The 2024 Olympic Games opening ceremony in Paris featured stunning visuals, musical performances, and symbolic torch passing, showcasing unity and French culture. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Digital life

Snoop Dogg, NBC's New Voice of the People

Snoop Dogg aims to energize Olympics viewership by being a prominent figure amidst declining ratings. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Digital life

Doused by Rain, Paris Opens Its Games With a Boat Party on the Seine

Athletes united in diverse French Olympic opening ceremony. [ more ]

#opening-ceremony

www.nytimes.com

Digital life

Opening Ceremony Misses the Boat

The Paris Olympics opening ceremony featured stunning visuals and moving moments, but the shift from the traditional format raised questions about its uniqueness and significance. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Writing

Celine Dion rescues Olympic parade after rain-soaked hostage to hubris | Barney Ronay

Paris 2024's Olympic opening ceremony faced challenges but was rescued by Celine Dion's performance at the Eiffel Tower. [ more ]

New York Post

Writing

The Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony was a boring, soaking-wet mess

The Paris Summer Olympic 2024 Opening Ceremony disappointed with a poorly executed aquatic procession and scattered international athlete teams. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Digital life

Opening Ceremony Misses the Boat

The Paris Olympics opening ceremony featured stunning visuals and moving moments, but the shift from the traditional format raised questions about its uniqueness and significance. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Writing

Celine Dion rescues Olympic parade after rain-soaked hostage to hubris | Barney Ronay

Paris 2024's Olympic opening ceremony faced challenges but was rescued by Celine Dion's performance at the Eiffel Tower. [ more ]

New York Post

Writing

The Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony was a boring, soaking-wet mess

The Paris Summer Olympic 2024 Opening Ceremony disappointed with a poorly executed aquatic procession and scattered international athlete teams. [ more ]

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www.nytimes.com

US news

How Some States Are Making It Harder to Register Voters

New voter registration restrictions in Florida are hindering longstanding voter registration drives by nonprofit organizations. [ more ]

#ancient-life

The Atlantic

OMG science

This Is How Humans Find Alien Life on Mars

NASA's Mars rover found a rock that shows possible signs of ancient life, sparking excitement and the need for further investigation through sample return mission. [ more ]

Futurism

OMG science

NASA Says Its Rover Has Discovered a "Potential Biosignature" on Mars

NASA's Perseverance Rover found a rock potentially containing signs of ancient life on Mars. Researchers aim to determine if microbial life existed on the Red Planet. [ more ]

The Atlantic

OMG science

This Is How Humans Find Alien Life on Mars

NASA's Mars rover found a rock that shows possible signs of ancient life, sparking excitement and the need for further investigation through sample return mission. [ more ]

Futurism

OMG science

NASA Says Its Rover Has Discovered a "Potential Biosignature" on Mars

NASA's Perseverance Rover found a rock potentially containing signs of ancient life on Mars. Researchers aim to determine if microbial life existed on the Red Planet. [ more ]

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www.theguardian.com

OMG science

Nasa rover discovery hints at ancient microbial life on Mars

The spotty rock Cheyava Falls on Mars may have hosted microbial life billions of years ago. [ more ]

Apartment Therapy

Wellness

I Tried "Sleep Divorcing" My Husband for a Week - And It Didn't Go as Planned

Prioritizing quality sleep becomes more crucial with age, and sleep divorces can be an effective solution for better rest. [ more ]

WhoWhatWear

Wellness

4 Buzzy Wellness Trends Worth the Hype According to Moon Juice's Founder

Wellness journey started from desperation, leading to the emergence of the glamorous beauty sector. [ more ]

Boston.com

Wellness

Breast cancer survival not boosted by double mastectomy, study says

Women who had a mastectomy and kept their other breast did just as well as those who had a double mastectomy for breast cancer.

There is no survival advantage to having the other breast removed, according to a study of over 661,000 women with breast cancer.

For women with BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene variants, considering a double mastectomy may be beneficial due to increased cancer risk. [ more ]

The Hacker News

Privacy professionals

U.S. DoJ Indicts North Korean Hacker for Ransomware Attacks on Hospitals

Ransomware attacks against U.S. healthcare funded North Korea's illicit activities. [ more ]

#cybersecurity

The Conversation

3 days ago

Privacy professionals

FraudGPT and other malicious AIs are the new frontier of online threats. What can we do?

Staying vigilant against evolving cyber threats, including dark LLMs, is crucial for enhanced online security in the face of increasingly sophisticated cyber criminals. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Privacy professionals

AT&T, Ticketmaster breaches show hackers can attack from many angles

Each person leaves a digital footprint, increasing the risk of data compromise. [ more ]

Fortune Asia

Information security

in conspiracy to hack American hospitals, NASA and U.S. military bases

A North Korean operative hacked into various American and international entities, including health care providers, NASA, and U.S. military bases, to steal information and fund further cyberattacks. [ more ]

The Conversation

3 days ago

Privacy professionals

FraudGPT and other malicious AIs are the new frontier of online threats. What can we do?

Staying vigilant against evolving cyber threats, including dark LLMs, is crucial for enhanced online security in the face of increasingly sophisticated cyber criminals. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Privacy professionals

AT&T, Ticketmaster breaches show hackers can attack from many angles

Each person leaves a digital footprint, increasing the risk of data compromise. [ more ]

Fortune Asia

Information security

in conspiracy to hack American hospitals, NASA and U.S. military bases

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#elon-musk

www.theguardian.com

EU data protection

Elon Musk's X under pressure from regulators over data harvesting for Grok AI

Data regulators investigating Elon Musk's X platform for default consent settings violating GDPR regulations. [ more ]

TNW | Data-Security

EU data protection

Grok chatbot trains on X user data in 'very likely' breach of EU law

Elon Musk's X facing potential GDPR violation by default data training settings. [ more ]

Fast Company

Tech industry

Elon Musk wants $5 billion from Tesla board for his AI startup

Elon Musk is considering a $5 billion investment in his AI startup xAI, sparking concerns about a conflict of interest. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Elon Musk's Transgender Daughter Says He Was Cruel' and Uncaring'

Elon Musk's transgender daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, accuses him of being uncaring and cruel towards her as a child over her queer and feminine identity. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

EU data protection

Elon Musk's X under pressure from regulators over data harvesting for Grok AI

Data regulators investigating Elon Musk's X platform for default consent settings violating GDPR regulations. [ more ]

TNW | Data-Security

EU data protection

Grok chatbot trains on X user data in 'very likely' breach of EU law

Elon Musk's X facing potential GDPR violation by default data training settings. [ more ]

Fast Company

Tech industry

Elon Musk wants $5 billion from Tesla board for his AI startup

Elon Musk is considering a $5 billion investment in his AI startup xAI, sparking concerns about a conflict of interest. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Elon Musk's Transgender Daughter Says He Was Cruel' and Uncaring'

Elon Musk's transgender daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, accuses him of being uncaring and cruel towards her as a child over her queer and feminine identity. [ more ]

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WIRED

Tech industry

Steve Jobs Knew the Moment the Future Had Arrived. It's Calling Again

Steve Jobs predicted personal computers' ubiquity in 1983, with further implications for future technological advancements. [ more ]

Irish Independent

EU data protection

Elon Musk's Grok AI faces EU scrutiny for 'opting in' every X user's personal posts without asking

Users cannot opt out on smartphones from data usage; only available on desktop, raising concerns over EU data privacy law compliance. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Tech industry

45%

Tesla reported 45% profit decline due to weak EV sales and slow return on technology investments. [ more ]

#user-experience

Medium

1 week ago

UX design

The UX Reflex theory: lessons from Apple's search bar experiment

Users resist sudden changes and prefer familiar interfaces, impacting usability and adaptability. [ more ]

Medium

3 weeks ago

UX design

Understanding Voice Integration in Mobile Apps: A Simple Guide

Voice integration in mobile apps is a growing necessity, offering convenience and efficiency. [ more ]

Medium

1 week ago

UX design

The UX Reflex theory: lessons from Apple's search bar experiment

Users resist sudden changes and prefer familiar interfaces, impacting usability and adaptability. [ more ]

Medium

3 weeks ago

UX design

Understanding Voice Integration in Mobile Apps: A Simple Guide

Voice integration in mobile apps is a growing necessity, offering convenience and efficiency. [ more ]

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ClickUp

UX design

How to Analyze Customer Feedback | ClickUp

Analyzing customer feedback is crucial for understanding customers' sentiments and improving brand loyalty. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Europe news

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv's forces strike Russian military airfield in Crimea

Ukrainian forces target Russian airfield in Crimea, amid ongoing conflict. [ more ]

The Atlantic

Writing

A Mess on the Seine

Paris Olympics opening ceremony showcased on the Seine marked by exhaustion, low energy, and poor execution. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Artificial intelligence

AI Marketing vs. Human Expertise: Who Wins the Battle and Who Wins the War? | Entrepreneur

Understanding the long-term impact of AI in marketing is crucial for businesses to stay competitive in an AI-driven world. [ more ]

#remote-work

Voice of America

Remote teams

Southeast Asia aims to attract remote workers with new visa scheme

Countries in Southeast Asia are attracting professionals with digital nomad visas to boost economies. [ more ]

The Conversation

Remote teams

Bosses are increasingly forcing workers back into the office - but evidence suggests it could backfire

Remote work battles between employers and employees continue as some companies push for in-office work despite potential detriments. [ more ]

Voice of America

Remote teams

Southeast Asia aims to attract remote workers with new visa scheme

Countries in Southeast Asia are attracting professionals with digital nomad visas to boost economies. [ more ]

The Conversation

Remote teams

Bosses are increasingly forcing workers back into the office - but evidence suggests it could backfire

Remote work battles between employers and employees continue as some companies push for in-office work despite potential detriments. [ more ]

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MLB Trade Rumors

Major League Baseball

The Blue Jays Shouldn't Be Resisting A Reset

The Toronto Blue Jays 2024 season has been plagued by injuries, poor performances, and suspensions, leading them to become deadline sellers. [ more ]

Computerworld

Artificial intelligence

Open AI CEO: Authoritarian states want to take over the world with AI

AI's race for dominance among superpowers can threaten humanity. [ more ]

ReadWrite

10 hours ago

Artificial intelligence

Does AI increase productivity at work? New study suggests otherwise

AI deployment in workplaces may not necessarily enhance productivity and can lead to burnout and dissatisfaction among employees. [ more ]

www.fourfourtwo.com

English Premier League

Manchester United winning race for Bayern Munich star after Premier League deal COLLAPSES: report

Manchester United's transfer plans boosted by failed West Ham deal [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

19 hours ago

Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 882

Russia targeted Ukrainian energy facilities, airstrikes near Romanian border, casualties among Ukrainian soldiers, concerns over sanctions evasion, mismanaged US aid to Ukraine. [ more ]

Modesto Bee

7 hours ago

Media industry

Taxing big tech won't save local journalism. But it's a step in the right direction | Opinion

The newspaper industry is facing an existential crisis due to social media undermining their revenue streams. [ more ]

#google

Computerworld

Marketing tech

OpenAI's AI-powered SearchGPT is set to challenge Google's web search dominance

SearchGPT by OpenAI challenges traditional search engines, providing fast, accurate answers with up-to-date information from the web and clear links to sources. [ more ]

BGR

Privacy technologies

YouTube might render ad blockers useless with new ad tech

Google is testing server-side ad injections on YouTube to make it harder for ad blockers to block ads. [ more ]

Computerworld

Marketing tech

OpenAI's AI-powered SearchGPT is set to challenge Google's web search dominance

SearchGPT by OpenAI challenges traditional search engines, providing fast, accurate answers with up-to-date information from the web and clear links to sources. [ more ]

BGR

Privacy technologies

YouTube might render ad blockers useless with new ad tech

Google is testing server-side ad injections on YouTube to make it harder for ad blockers to block ads. [ more ]

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Business Insider

Wine

Divers found cases of 150-year-old sparkling wine in a shipwreck off the coast of Sweden - and it might still be drinkable

Divers found 19th-century sparkling wine on a shipwreck off Sweden's coast with potential interest from collectors. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Europe news

Battling Inflation, Russia Raises Key Interest Rate to 18 Percent

Russia's central bank raised interest rates to 18 percent due to concerns about runaway inflation in a wartime economy. [ more ]

www.mediaite.com

Media industry

Jon Stewart Rails Against News Networks For Keeping Their Reporters Off His Podcast: It's Bonkers!'

Media networks are hesitant to let their reporters appear on podcasts, showing a disconnect and reluctance towards transparency. [ more ]

#bankruptcy

Sacramento Bee

6 hours ago

Wine

Large wine conglomerate is going bankrupt. What does it mean for its 10 California wineries?

The bankruptcy of Vintage Wine Estates, the parent company of Laetitia Vineyard, raises concerns about the future of the winery and its employees. [ more ]

Eater SF

Wine

Four Takeaways From the Bankruptcy Filing Rocking a California Wine Company

Vintage Wine Estates filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, planning massive layoffs affecting nearly 400 employees across various brands and facilities in California. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

6 hours ago

Wine

Large wine conglomerate is going bankrupt. What does it mean for its 10 California wineries?

The bankruptcy of Vintage Wine Estates, the parent company of Laetitia Vineyard, raises concerns about the future of the winery and its employees. [ more ]

Eater SF

Wine

Four Takeaways From the Bankruptcy Filing Rocking a California Wine Company

Vintage Wine Estates filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, planning massive layoffs affecting nearly 400 employees across various brands and facilities in California. [ more ]

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Soccer News

English Premier League

Who are the next batch of Premier League superstars that could be heading to Saudi Arabia this summer? - Soccer News

Saudi clubs attracting Premier League superstars with record-breaking deals. [ more ]

#mlb

NESN.com

Major League Baseball

Red Sox Rival Strikes Unique Trade Involving MLB Playoff Hero

Teams with similar records make a significant trade before MLB deadline, Mariners acquire Arozarena from Rays, boosting Seattle's lineup for the playoff push. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Major League Baseball

The Opener: Trade Market, Probable Starters, Rays, Marlins

The trade market is heating up with notable player movements

Possible impact of trade rumors on probable starters' performances [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

New York Mets

Mets, Giants Have Discussed Michael Conforto

The Mets are interested in trading for left-handed hitter Michael Conforto from the Giants. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

New York Mets

Mets To Acquire Ryne Stanek

The Mets are acquiring Ryne Stanek from the Mariners, sending Rhylan Thomas to Seattle.

Stanek is a hard-throwing pitcher with a history of high leverage situations, although his recent performance has been inconsistent.

The Mariners upgraded their setup by acquiring Yimi Garcia from the Blue Jays, making Stanek expendable for the trade to the Mets. [ more ]

Battery Power

New York Mets

Braves drop sixth-straight with 8-4 loss to Mets

Charlie Morton had a rough outing, giving up 7 runs in the third inning, including 3 home runs, in a Braves loss to the Mets. [ more ]

NESN.com

Major League Baseball

Red Sox Rival Strikes Unique Trade Involving MLB Playoff Hero

Teams with similar records make a significant trade before MLB deadline, Mariners acquire Arozarena from Rays, boosting Seattle's lineup for the playoff push. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Major League Baseball

The Opener: Trade Market, Probable Starters, Rays, Marlins

The trade market is heating up with notable player movements

Possible impact of trade rumors on probable starters' performances [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

New York Mets

Mets, Giants Have Discussed Michael Conforto

The Mets are interested in trading for left-handed hitter Michael Conforto from the Giants. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

New York Mets

Mets To Acquire Ryne Stanek

The Mets are acquiring Ryne Stanek from the Mariners, sending Rhylan Thomas to Seattle.

Stanek is a hard-throwing pitcher with a history of high leverage situations, although his recent performance has been inconsistent.

The Mariners upgraded their setup by acquiring Yimi Garcia from the Blue Jays, making Stanek expendable for the trade to the Mets. [ more ]

Battery Power

New York Mets

Braves drop sixth-straight with 8-4 loss to Mets

Charlie Morton had a rough outing, giving up 7 runs in the third inning, including 3 home runs, in a Braves loss to the Mets. [ more ]

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Digiday

Marketing tech

Agencies and marketers point to TikTok in the running to win 'first real social Olympics'

The Paris Olympics mark a significant shift in sports advertising towards platforms like TikTok. [ more ]

Social Media Today

2 days ago

Marketing tech

Reddit Launches Lead Generation Ads

Reddit launches Lead Gen Ads for marketers to gather customer info directly from ad promotions in the app. [ more ]

Axios

Social media marketing

Warner Bros. Discovery sues NBA over media rights dispute

Encouraging readers to share and subscribe to receive similar stories via email. [ more ]

www.90min.com

English Premier League

Football transfer rumours: Man Utd defender rejects move; Arsenal target Euro 2024 star

Top football transfer news and rumors discussed in various sources. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

22 hours ago

Media industry

Journalists at Australian newspapers go on strike on eve of Olympics

Journalists at major Australian newspapers go on strike for higher pay. [ more ]

#china

Business Insider

World news

China says Taiwanese working in the mainland 'need not worry' after it suggested a death penalty for 'independence die-hards'

Taiwanese workers in mainland China safe if they comply with the law. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

World news

Opinion | Call Beijing's Bluff in the South China Sea

China has expanded its presence in the South China Sea using non-military assets, causing tensions with neighboring countries. The United States must take stronger action to confront China. [ more ]

Business Insider

World news

China says Taiwanese working in the mainland 'need not worry' after it suggested a death penalty for 'independence die-hards'

Taiwanese workers in mainland China safe if they comply with the law. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

World news

Opinion | Call Beijing's Bluff in the South China Sea

China has expanded its presence in the South China Sea using non-military assets, causing tensions with neighboring countries. The United States must take stronger action to confront China. [ more ]

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The Atlantic

Books

The Best Books for the Olympics

Literature and sports intersect through the narrative and emotional stakes in both realms, creating a compelling connection. [ more ]

Vulture

Books

Lady in the Lake Recap: A Tale of Two Mothers

The Lady in the Lake explores the price and form of freedom for women like Cleo and Maddie in a male-dominated society. [ more ]

All Singles And Married

21 hours ago

Books

The Hook Girl I Didn't Love

The consequences of engaging in a casual hookup may lead to unexpected and unwanted situations. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

17 hours ago

Social media marketing

Six digital marketing strategies for boosting your business - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Digital marketing is essential for business growth and success. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

World news

Netanyahu's claims before the US Congress: Facts or falsehoods?

PM defends Israel's war on Gaza, claiming minimal civilian losses. [ more ]

Iapp

Privacy technologies

International Association of Privacy Professionals

The International Association of Privacy Professionals: Policy neutral, we are the world's largest information privacy organization.

Iapp

Privacy technologies

International Association of Privacy Professionals

The International Association of Privacy Professionals: Policy neutral, we are the world's largest information privacy organization.

TheLeafsNation

National Football League

Auston Matthews ranks 4th in Daily Faceoff's Top 100 fantasy rankings

Auston Matthews is the best goal-scorer alive but how this distinction...

www.90min.com

National Football League

Federico Chiesa potential destinations - ranked

Fingerlakes1.com

Social media marketing

How to Use Instagram Shopping to Increase Sales | Fingerlakes1.com

Instagram Shopping is a powerful tool for businesses to increase visibility, streamline the purchase process, and enhance the user experience. [ more ]

@JamesJalaPayneo

Observer-Reporter

Food & drink

Whiskey Rebellion draws visitors for history, music and more

The 13th annual Whiskey Rebellion Festival brought music, history, food and, of course, whiskey to downtown Washington Friday and Saturday.

BuzzFeed

Food & drink

27 Foods That People Insist Are Sooo Much Better The "Wrong" Way

Eating food in unconventional ways can lead to surprising and delicious combinations, even if they sound unusual. [ more ]

Pro Football Rumors

National Football League

Minor NFL Transactions: 7/24/24

Wednesday's minor transactions: Arizona Cardinals Reverted to IR: OL Carter O'Donnell Atlanta Falcons Signed: OL Zack Bailey Waived: G Ryan …

www.mercurynews.com

US politics

Marin County tops state in analysis of charitable donations

Marin County has the highest charitable county index in California at 87.99. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

US politics

Uvalde school officer charged over actions during school shooting set to appear in court

Former Uvalde school police officer facing charges related to delay in confronting school shooter. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

US politics

Four arrested in connection with Livermore shooting

LIVERMORE Authorities on Thursday announced the arrests of two men and two boys in connection with a gang-related car-to-car shooting last week in Livermore.

#joe-biden

www.theguardian.com

Left-wing politics

Biden to announce plans to reform US supreme court report

Joe Biden plans to reform the US Supreme Court by backing term limits for justices and proposing an enforceable code of ethics. [ more ]

New York Post

Left-wing politics

How Dems staged coup after coup - skirting democracy to hold power

Joe Biden became the Democratic nominee through a strategic scheme and faced challenges due to cognitive decline and divisive policies. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Left-wing politics

Biden to announce plans to reform US supreme court report

Joe Biden plans to reform the US Supreme Court by backing term limits for justices and proposing an enforceable code of ethics. [ more ]

New York Post

Left-wing politics

How Dems staged coup after coup - skirting democracy to hold power

Joe Biden became the Democratic nominee through a strategic scheme and faced challenges due to cognitive decline and divisive policies. [ more ]

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www.mediaite.com

Left-wing politics

Trump Takes Victory Lap After Coup' Forces Biden Out: We Officially Defeated the Worst President'

Former President Trump claims he defeated President Biden and accuses Democratic Party of forcing Biden out of the race in a coup. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Bullet or Fragment of One Struck Trump's Ear, F.B.I. Says

Clarification on bullet vs. shrapnel injury to Trump's ear during assassination attempt. [ more ]

Fortune

New York City

New Yorkers immediately protest new AI-based weapons detectors on subways

AI-powered scanners are sought for gun detection in NYC subways despite skepticism and legal threats, sparking concerns over potential constitutional violations. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Manchester City

Pep not ruling out signing new Man City contract

Pep Guardiola is considering the possibility of signing another contract extension at Manchester City. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

NYC politics

Adams' hand-picked commission bumps Council proposal off the ballot

Mayor Eric Adams' Charter Revision Commission released five ballot proposals, sidelining the City Council's alternate proposal. [ more ]

Independent

Women

Ellen Coyne: Taxi rapist has shown that for women, there is risk in even 'safest' spaces

Fear of sexual violence is a common concern for women during a night out. [ more ]

#new-york-knicks

Posting and Toasting

New York Knicks

Who Wore it Best? Knicks #30

The 'Who Wore it Best' series reaches a critical junction at WWIB #30, potentially the last great debate between two players. [ more ]

Posting and Toasting

17 hours ago

New York Knicks

Knicks projected for 53 wins in 2024-25 season

The New York Knicks' projected win total is 53.5 for the 2024-25 season, the highest since 1993-94 NBA Finals team, but the outcome remains uncertain. [ more ]

Posting and Toasting

New York Knicks

Who Wore it Best? Knicks #30

The 'Who Wore it Best' series reaches a critical junction at WWIB #30, potentially the last great debate between two players. [ more ]

Posting and Toasting

17 hours ago

New York Knicks

Knicks projected for 53 wins in 2024-25 season

The New York Knicks' projected win total is 53.5 for the 2024-25 season, the highest since 1993-94 NBA Finals team, but the outcome remains uncertain. [ more ]

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HiP Paris Blog

FC Barcelona

The 2024 Paris Olympics: Last Minute Tickets and Deals

Enjoy free viewing of the Olympic games at Celebration Zones in Paris supported by the French Government, promoting a festive and inclusive atmosphere. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Rams

Rams' Aaron Donald is officially done and troubled defense is officially short-handed

The Rams official retired Aaron Donald, emphasizing moving forward with new defensive plans under coordinator Chris Shula. [ more ]

ESPN.com

FC Barcelona

Transfer Talk: Man United look to give up Wan-Bissaka for Mazraoui

If Man United offloads Wan-Bissaka, options like Mazraoui, De Ligt, or Dumfries could join. [ more ]

GSMArena.com

Gadgets

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 price leaks

Pixel Buds Pro 2 pricing leaked: $229 in the US, €249 in the EU, £219 in the UK, a $30/€20/£20 increase from the original version.

New Pixel Buds Pro 2 come with a slightly larger case, potentially with a bigger battery, and expected improved features. [ more ]

RMNB

National Hockey League

Patrik Laine has requested a trade. Could the Capitals be a potential landing spot? NHL.com says yes.

Patrik Laine cleared to return from NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

SF politics

Millbrae votes to recall councilmembers over housing issues

The recall of Millbrae Vice Mayor and Council Member was due to disagreements over a housing project, sparking from a contentious homeless housing initiative. [ more ]

Above the Law

Law

This Is Why People Hate Lawyers - See Also

Ohio Supreme Court rules 'Boneless' may still contain bones, causes confusion on food labeling. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Manchester City

I didn't say I'm leaving': Pep Guardiola could extend his Manchester City stay

Pep Guardiola has insisted he has not ruled out signing a new contract with Manchester City, with his current deal due to expire next summer.

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

California's largest wildfire doubles in size to 164,000 acres, shows explosive growth

The Park fire in Butte County, California, is the largest blaze in the state this year, rapidly expanding due to winds and hot temperatures. [ more ]

www.npr.org