The wind is bending thick swirls of flame over Sunset Boulevard and the firefighters are helpless to stop it.

The World Health Organization leader worked with Carter for 20 years to fight the world's "neglected" diseases. After attending Carter's funeral, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus shared memories.

US Senate Democrats help advance Republican bill on migrants accused of crimes  Reuters

A hack of location data company Gravy Analytics has revealed which apps are—knowingly or not—being used to collect your information behind the scenes.

The decision threw out the administration’s proposed regulations, which prohibited discrimination based on gender identity.

Jimmy Carter's final journey through Georgia underway after funeral service in Washington  CBS News

Pro wrestling great Jeff Hardy said in an interview on Tuesday he thinks he could have been bigger than John Cena if he was doing the things he is doing now earlier in his career.

‘We were scrappy’: Sprinkle notes Washington Huskies’ effort against Illinois  The Husky Haul

Seahawks assistant leaves Seattle to rejoin Boise State coaching staff  Seattle Sports

Increasing module efficiency and expanding manufacturing capacity play complementary roles in reducing costs of metal halide perovskite/silicon tandem solar modules, according to researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Each cost lever can play a similar role depending on a manufacturer's ability to scale up and improve module performance.

Oil settles up 1% as cold weather in US, Europe drives winter fuel demand  Reuters

As it looks to accelerate the pace of its AI development, Google is further streamlining the teams building its AI services, platforms, and tools. On Thursday, Logan Kilpatrick, who leads product for Google’s AI Studio developer platform, said in a post on X that Google’s AI Studio team and the team developing the API for […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

The Biden administration’s Title IX rules expanding protections for LGBTQ+ students have been struck down nationwide after a federal judge in Kentucky found that they overstepped the president’s authority

As Ms. Wiles heads to Washington, the view in Trump World is that the president-elect’s closest aide and veteran strategist has a better chance than anyone. The post The ‘Ice Maiden’ cometh: Can Susie Wiles, Trump’s chief of staff, survive? appeared first on Boston.com.

Senator Marshall Meets with United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer  Roger Marshall

Can your dog keep up with Tyler Lockett? Seattle Seahawks great teams with Rover in new contest  GeekWire

Is the South ready for snow? A look at forecasts in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, more  USA TODAY

Next Woman Up: Gayatri Nambiar, Football Solutions Developer for the Washington Commanders  NFL.com

President Jimmy Carter funeral: Live updates on state funeral for 39th president  USA TODAY

Vice President Kamala Harris and President-elect Donald Trump apparently did not acknowledge each other at the Washington National Cathedral during Jimmy Carter's state funeral.

Leonard Williams does something no Seahawks defensive player has accomplished since 2016  Field Gulls

Smart windows are becoming a key focus in the push for energy-efficient buildings and sustainable architecture. These windows can dynamically adjust their properties to control light and heat, improving comfort while reducing energy costs.

The broader consequences of the New York case against Trump are about more than any one individual: it’s a litmus test for the health of our criminal justice system.

‘Hollywood Squares’ Premiere Delayed a Week by CBS Due to Los Angeles Fires  Variety

President-elect Trump shook hands with his former vice president, Mike Pence, at Jimmy Carter's funeral but did not shake hands with former second lady Karen Pence.

Filling gaps in data sets or identifying outliers—that's the domain of the machine learning algorithm TabPFN, developed by a team led by Prof. Dr. Frank Hutter from the University of Freiburg. This artificial intelligence (AI) uses learning methods inspired by large language models. TabPFN learns causal relationships from synthetic data and is therefore more likely to make correct predictions than the standard algorithms that have been used up to now.

Researchers at Åbo Akademi University in Finland have identified and eliminated a previously unknown loss mechanism in organic solar cells that makes them more efficient and gives them a longer lifetime. The results provide new insight into how efficiency and stability can be increased in the future.

German defence minister: Allies' group on Ukraine will decide next steps if US retreats  Reuters

Seattle Seahawks DL Leonard Williams Named NFC Defensive Player of the Month  Sports Illustrated

Rep. Chip Roy is reintroducing legislation wielded by Republicans in the 2024 election cycle to highlight the Biden-Harris administration's border security failures. The post Exclusive: Chip Roy Reintroduces Border Bill that Became Election Year Rallying Cry appeared first on Breitbart.

The action put the measure on track for likely enactment given strong support for it among Republicans, who now control the Senate, and President-elect Donald J. Trump.

Jimmy Carter Funeral Live Updates: Nation Honors 39th President for His Integrity and Humanitarianism  The New York Times

Seattle Sutton shares healthy college meals, including mug omelet, overnight oats  ABC7 Chicago

Photos: Past presidents, other officials mourn Jimmy Carter at Washington funeral  NOLA.com

US Senate planning Jan. 16 hearing for Trump Treasury pick Bessent, Politico reports  Reuters

This cruise line will add Glacier Bay overnights as it doubles capacity in Alaska  The Points Guy

Construction materials such as concrete and plastic have the potential to lock away billions of tons of carbon dioxide, according to a new study by civil engineers and Earth systems scientists at the University of California, Davis and Stanford University.

Mary Washington Biology Majors Capture Research Grants at Statewide Conference  University of Mary Washington

[Warning: Potentially Triggering Content] Brooke Shields is opening up about a shocking transgression at the hands of a medical professional. In her new memoir Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old: Thoughts on Aging as a Woman, out next week, the Mother of the Bride star revealed an intimate surgery she received — without [...] Read More... The post Brooke Shields Accuses Plastic Surgeon Of Doing NSFW Procedure Without Her Consent: ‘Rape Of Some Kind’ appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Just 15 men remain at the prison, down from hundreds when it opened 23 years ago. But the costly operation could go on for years.

Walgreens Closing 12 SF Stores In Late February, Here’s a Map Showing Which Ones are Closing  SFist

Rams: Playoff game vs. Vikings remains scheduled for Monday night in Los Angeles  NBC Sports

A funeral for former President Carter was held at the National Cathedral on Thursday. Outside the cathedral, everyday Americans spoke to Fox News Digital about their memories of Carter.

Jimmy Carter funeral live updates: 'Definition of integrity,' grandson says at emotional state funeral  ABC News

The Razzies, the Darwins — not all awards are good. Sure, CES is a time to celebrate the year’s weirdest and most wonderful consumer electronic, but thankfully we’ve got iFixit around to throw a little cold water on the fair. As we enter the penultimate day of the event, the repair stalwart presents its “Worst […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Citizen Coyotes of San Francisco: WHERE they are, WHO they are, and HOW to get along -  Bay Nature

Jimmy Carter’s state funeral at Washington National Cathedral, in photos  Yahoo! Voices

A “dinosaur highway" containing nearly 200 tracks that date back 166 million years was discovered in a limestone quarry southern England.

Jimmy Carter lauded for his humility and service in Washington before his return to Georgia  The Associated Press

Video: ESPN Senior MLB Insider Jeff Passan on the #Mariners Offseason | Seattle Sports  Seattle Sports

San Francisco Giants Avoid Arbitration With Veteran Slugger, Agree to One-Year Deal  Sports Illustrated

President Joe Biden, former presidents and other dignitaries are gathering at Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., to honor former President Jimmy Carter.

In November 2023, the estates of two now-deceased policyholders sued the US health insurer, United Healthcare, for deploying what they allege is a flawed artificial intelligence (AI) system to systematically deny patient claims.

President-elect Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump attended President Jimmy Carter's funeral and were seated with other former presidents and their spouses in a single pew, where Trump had a long conversation with former President Barack Obama. The post WATCH: Donald Trump Gets Chummy with Barack Obama at Jimmy Carter’s Funeral appeared first on Breitbart.

Counsel for plaintiffs in a copyright lawsuit filed against Meta allege that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg gave the green light to the team behind the company’s Llama AI models to use a data set of pirated ebooks and articles for training. The case, Kadrey v. Meta, is one of many against tech giants developing AI […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Become a WNBA superstar, they said; it'll be fun, they said. But did they mention you wouldn't make any money? Caitlin Clark is finding that out right now. The post REPORT: Caitlin Clark Is the WNBA’s Is Most Popular Player, But Makes Less Per Year Than the Average New Yorker appeared first on Breitbart.

Seattle Seahawks Executive Earns Request for Tennessee Titans GM Position  Sports Illustrated

Former President Jimmy Carter's funeral is Thursday in Washington. When did he die?  Lansing State Journal

For decades, Canadian cities and towns have combated ice and snow with salt and plows. This approach, however, comes at a steep cost. Traditional techniques damage roads, harm the environment and are not always effective at protecting road users from winter's hazards. An innovative technology known as Borehole Thermal Energy Storage (BTES) could be an effective solution to Canada's winter woes.

Washington Nationals Named Among Worst Teams at Scouting Talent, Called 'Way Behind'  Sports Illustrated

West Seattle Art Walk, rock ‘n’ roll history, comedy, politics, more for your Thursday  West Seattle Blog

Former President Jimmy Carter’s state funeral held at Washington National Cathedral  VOA Africa

Jimmy Carter Funeral Live Updates and Video: Nation Mourns and Honors 39th President  The New York Times

Jimmy Carter funeral: Former president honored at Washington funeral before burial in Georgia hometown  ABC7 Los Angeles

FIRST ON FOX: The House Oversight Committee is holding its first hearing of the new Congress next week focused on prolonged pandemic-era telework for federal employees.

All living former first ladies attended former President Jimmy Carter's funeral on Thursday, except Michelle Obama. The post Report: Michelle Obama Skips Jimmy Carter’s Funeral to Vacation in Hawaii appeared first on Breitbart.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen joked about his offensive coordinator Joe Brady as teams inquired about Brady for their vacant head coaching position.

Live updates: Jimmy Carter departs Washington for the final time after funeral  The Washington Post

Frances Tiafoe is enjoying his new stardom which includes hangouts with Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce.

Former U.S. Sen. Kelly Ayotte has been sworn in as the 83rd governor of New Hampshire

President Joe Biden, former presidents and other dignitaries are gathering at Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., to honor former President Jimmy Carter.

Social media erupted at the sight of former President Obama and President-elect Trump having a friendly conversation ahead of former President Jimmy Carter's funeral.

After school funding dispute, 4 Alaska districts move on without federally promised money  Alaska Public Media News

Former United States presidents arrive to Jimmy Carter's national funeral  KHOU.com

Jimmy Carter funeral live updates: Biden, Trump and other presidents honor 39th president at state funeral  ABC News

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed: Why the US is trying to stop a 9/11 guilty plea  BBC.com

Jayden Daniels Leads Commanders into Playoffs with Calm and Confidence  Sports Illustrated

TV providers and streamers’ real competition isn’t each other, it’s social video. Or at least that’s what the president of Comcast Advertising, James Rooke, said during an interview on Wednesday at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. The ad exec was speaking about the company’s Monday launch of “universal ads,” a solution that lets marketers buy […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Donald Trump shook hands with Mike Pence at Jimmy Carter's state funeral -- a notable exchange as the two men have not interacted publicly in years.

President Jimmy Carter funeral: Live updates as Biden delivers eulogy for 39th president  USA TODAY

Report: Seahawks set to interview Lions assistant for offensive coordinator  Field Gulls

Amazon and Seattle: Mayor Bruce Harrell on tech giant's full return to office, and relationship with city  GeekWire

Google has joined the ranks of major tech companies supporting President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, donating $1 million to the inaugural fund. The post Google Joins Parade of Tech Giants Donating $1 Million to Donald Trump’s Inauguration Fund appeared first on Breitbart.

He said he “cannot condone” the pardoning of individuals who were part of the Jan. 6 Capitol attack. The post Rep. Keating is also going to skip Trump inauguration, following in Rep. Pressley’s footsteps appeared first on Boston.com.

Seattle Seahawks to interview key Detroit Lions assistant for their open OC position  Sporting News

Live updates: Funeral service for Jimmy Carter at Washington National Cathedral  The Washington Post

Jimmy Carter's Funeral Brings Together All 5 Living Presidents at Washington Cathedral: Live Updates and Video  The New York Times

Fulton County DA Fani Willis has asked the Georgia Supreme Court to reverse her disqualification from the election interference case against Donald Trump and others.

Oregon State Women's Basketball: What to Expect From the San Francisco Dons  Sports Illustrated

WATCH LIVE: Washington County officials provide update on winter conditions  4029tv

Capitol police have identified the 35-year-old man accused of trying to light his spray-painted car on fire near where former President Carter was lying in state.

Capitol police have identified the 35-year-old man accused of trying to light his spray-painted car on fire near where former President Carter was lying in state.

Hawaiian Airlines reveals first look at future premium lounge in Honolulu  Alaska Airlines Blog

Jimmy Carter funeral live updates: Biden, Trump and other presidents gather at cathedral  ABC News

Kate Middleton's 43rd birthday portrait was taken by Matt Porteous in Windsor Castle last summer. She is spending the day with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

LA Mayor Karen Bass is facing criticism for being in Ghana while her city battled wildfires this week. A 2021 social media message attacking Sen. Ted Cruz is now coming back to haunt her.

Finnish startup Doublepoint launched its free app, WowMouse, for the Apple Watch this week at CES 2025. The app uses the wearable’s sensors, compass, and accelerometer to turn your hand into a mouse that can control devices through hand gestures. The Apple Watch already uses a similar technology for the double tap feature it released […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Sen. Adam Schiff scolded Donald Trump on Wednesday amid the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires and said the president-elect needed to view the victims as Americans.

Former Seattle Mariners Pitcher Yusei Kikuchi Goes Viral After Drunken Night w/ Yu Darvish  Sports Illustrated

Video editing app Captions is looking to cash in on uncertainty around TikTok and ByteDance’s video editing app CapCut’s future in the U.S. by turning to a freemium model. The app, backed by Kleiner Perkins, Sequoia Capital, and Andreessen Horowitz, has been a paid-only app until now. However, the company is changing its course to […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Texas has become a leading enforcer of internet rules. Its latest probe includes some platforms that privacy experts describe as unusual suspects.

In an FAQ obtained by TechCrunch, PowerSchool confirms it negotiated with the threat actors responsible for the breach. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Research shows including students with and without disabilities in the same classroom can benefit everyone. Two students with Down syndrome show what can be gained when that happens.

Airboat Boat Ramp Currently Closed for Repairs at Lake Washington Park in Melbourne  SpaceCoastDaily.com

Despite state law, Washington takes 3+ years to reveal its climate pollution  KUOW News and Information

Washington state bill would make portable student funding for kids trapped in failing schools  The Lion

For many Jewish high school students, the increase in antisemitism has created a desire for connection and community, and has also impacted students’ college choices.

Figures compiled by the nonprofit College Board indicate the average student attending an in-state public university this year faces a tuition bill of $11,610, which is down 4% from a decade earlier when taking inflation into account. The post At last, some welcome news on college costs. Tuition has fallen significantly at many schools. appeared first on Boston.com.

The former chief executive of the parent company of MoviePass, Theodore Farnsworth, pleaded guilty to charges of securities fraud and conspiracy after being accused of misleading investors over the service’s “unlimited plan.” Farnsworth also pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit securities fraud as the chief executive of Vinco Ventures, a publicly traded company. Helios & […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Among the marvels of the human brain is its ability to generalize. We see an object, like a chair, and we know it's a chair, even when it's a slightly different shape, or it's found in an unexpected place or in a dimly lit environment.

The Bain Capital-owned edtech giant says hackers accessed its customer support portal using a "compromised credential." © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

The long-predicted downturn in the number of 18-year-olds is almost here. And it isn't just a problem for higher education. It's a looming crisis for the economy.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman responded to sexual assault accusations from his estranged younger sister on Tuesday, calling the claims “entirely untrue.” According to the Saint Louis Post Dispatch, in a new lawsuit filed Monday, Annie Altman alleges her older brother sexually assaulted her over a nine-year period in the 1990s and 2000s. The suit echoes […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Pilot Project Encouraging Building Electrification Proves Popular in Washington State, Saving Customers Money While Helping Meet Climate Goals  Earthjustice

LNG project development company says it has an agreement to develop $44 billion Alaska project  Anchorage Daily News

Donald Rumsfeld’s Former Washington, D.C., Home Hits the Market for $5.8 Million  Robb Report

A swanky S.F. building sold beyond its value. Now the sellers are suing the city for a tax refund  San Francisco Chronicle

A common government strategy to increase prosperity in economically lagging regions is to provide financial assistance to technology-based businesses. This intervention is designed to address market failures that cause financial scarcity in such places.

Since its founding in 1994, Amazon has undergone exponential growth. Initially an online bookstore, the company has evolved into a global e-commerce powerhouse. Yet its reach extends far beyond retail. Amazon is also a dominant force in technology infrastructure (Amazon Web Services, or AWS), digital entertainment (Prime Video, Twitch, Kindle), logistics, and online advertising.

An Airbnb customer claims the company refused to rebook her Los Angeles stay amid raging wildfires that spread due to extreme winds, causing historic destruction of homes and displacing tens of thousands of people. According to the Silicon Valley giant, the wildfires raging throughout Los Angeles are not a "major disruptive event." The post prompted many to share their own Airbnb horror stories. The post Silicon Valley Sickos: Airbnb Tells Customer Los Angeles Wildfires Don’t Count as ‘Major Disruptive Event’ appeared first on Breitbart.

In an appearance on The Tonight Show on Wednesday night, actress Jamie Lee Curtis teared up over the devastation caused by the wildfires in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas this week. The post Jamie Lee Curtis Breaks Down on ‘Tonight Show,’ Pledges $1 Million to L.A. Wildfire Relief Efforts: ‘It’s F**king Gnarly’ appeared first on Breitbart.

“This decision was not made lightly, but after careful consideration, we believe it is the right time to close this chapter.” The post Karl’s Sausage Kitchen & European Market will close after six decades in business appeared first on Boston.com.

United States Oral Solid Dosage Contract Manufacturing Market Set to Reach $11.70 Billion by 2029  GlobeNewswire

Post offices are closed and mail delivery is suspended Thursday on the national day of mourning for former President Jimmy Carter. The stock market and some national parks are also closed.

Bank of San Francisco taps First Republic founder’s scion for private banking push  The Business Journals

ANWR oil lease sale 'yields no bids,' a day after Alaska sues to stop process  Fairbanks Daily News-Miner

A Delaware judge has approved a settlement that will see Tesla directors – including Chair Robyn Denholm, Oracle founder Larry Ellison, Kimbal Musk, and James Murdoch – return up to $919 million to the automaker, officially resolving allegations that they overpaid themselves, per Reuters.  The settlement concludes a 2020 lawsuit by the Police and Fire […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Amazon’s winter sale runs through January 12 and offers discounts on apparel, mattresses, kitchen gadgets, bedding and much more.

Three Dallas-based firms are partnering to develop a $1 billion data center campus south of Dallas.

Oil prices little changed as markets weigh demand against US inventories  Reuters

On Wednesday’s broadcast of Newsmax TV’s “Rob Schmitt Tonight,” Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) stated that he won’t vote for a large reconciliation bill on the border, taxes, and energy if it includes an increase in the debt ceiling. Paul began The post Rand Paul: I Won’t Vote for Reconciliation Bill That Raises Debt Limit appeared first on Breitbart.

Oil and gas lease sale in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge draws no bids  Alaska Beacon

Why this $9 million Washington brewpub is still not finished three years later  25 News Now

Muni cutting service on multiple bus lines, as it confronts financial crisis  San Francisco Chronicle

Study: Washington Bridge closure had $114 million impact on RI’s hospitality industry  WPRI.com

Congressman Cohen Announces $1.4 Million in U.S. Health and Human Services Grants  Congressman Steve Cohen

Bill Belichick says he has no plans to leave his new job as the head coach at North Carolina, but his star QB from his old job in New England is reportedly trying to change his mind.  The post REPORT: Tom Brady, Multiple Other Teams Trying to Lure Bill Belichick away from UNC appeared first on Breitbart.

A second oil and gas lease sale for Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge draws no bids  WREG NewsChannel 3

A second oil and gas lease sale for Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge draws no bids  Yahoo! Voices

A Second Oil and Gas Lease Sale for Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Draws No Bids  U.S. News & World Report

Los Angeles wildfire LIVE Updates: J.P. Morgan estimates insured losses from wildfires could reach $10 billion | Today News  Mint

Indonesia on Wednesday upheld a ban on iPhone 16 sales despite Apple's $1 billion pledge to invest in the country after a negotiation deadlock, citing the company's failure to meet domestic market requirements.

FC Dallas Trades Forward Jesús Ferreira to Seattle Sounders FC for Up to $2.3 Million in GAM, Winger Leo Chú, and a 2025 International Roster Slot  FC Dallas

Alaska Airlines Exec Confident That Loyal Customers Will Choose Them Over Delta for New Long-haul Flights — Here's Why  Travel + Leisure

No bids in Alaska oil and gas lease auction GOP says was ‘designed to fail’  Washington Examiner

Generative AI, including platforms like ChatGPT, is transforming industries by making processes simpler, more efficient and easier to interact with. However, in the heavily regulated financial services sector the benefits also come with some serious risks. So it's vital that this emerging technology is employed responsibly in order to maintain stability and trust.

Amazon’s winter sale has impressive discounts on a variety of furniture, including mattresses, dressers, bed frames, sofas and chairs.

Alaska Airlines' Latest Fare Sale Has Flights Starting at $39 or 4,000 Miles — but You'll Have to Book Soon  Travel + Leisure

Roche to complete $1.5 billion acquisition of U.S. biopharma company Poseida  Reuters

Uh-oh!!! Sunny Hostin‘s husband has been named in a MASSIVE federal insurance fraud lawsuit! According to DailyMail.com on Tuesday, The View co-host’s husband, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Emmanuel ‘Manny’ Hostin, is one of nearly 200 defendants listed in what is now one of the largest RICO cases EVER filed in New York. In it, he is [...] Read More... The post <i>The View</i> Drama! Sunny Hostin's Surgeon Husband Accused Of Insurance Fraud In $450 Million Lawsuit!  appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Holland America Line Boosts $70 Million to Elevate Denali and Alaska Cruise Tours, Surging with Unmatched Glacier Views and Wildlife Encounters  Travel And Tour World

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says business email compromise scams are a serious threat, as shown by Teresa W.'s near loss of thousands of dollars.

Cle Elum considers bankruptcy after giant bill leaves town deep in hock  The Seattle Times

Holland America Invests $70 Million Into Denali and Alaska Cruise Tours  Cruise Industry News

United States $200+ Billion Hospital Emergency Department Market Trends, Competition, Forecasts & Opportunities, 2019-2023 & 2024-2029  Yahoo Finance

United States $1.1 Bn Automated Labeling Machine Market Trends, Competition, Forecasts & Opportunities, 2029F  GlobeNewswire

Microsoft announced a sweeping series of artificial intelligence partnerships across India’s core sectors on Wednesday, a day after pledging to invest $3 billion in the country over the next two years as it intensifies competition with rivals Google and Amazon. The tech giant’s chief executive Satya Nadella (pictured above) unveiled agreements with five major organizations […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Wirecard, a German fintech that raised hundreds of millions of dollars only to collapse in 2020 in a sea of scandal and insolvency, still makes headlines today as lawsuits continue against different entities and people once connected to the business. Meanwhile, a Dublin-based startup called Nomupay that was formed in 2023 out of some of […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Wirecard, a German fintech that raised hundreds of millions of dollars only to collapse in 2020 in a sea of scandal and insolvency, still makes headlines today as lawsuits continue against different entities and people once connected to the business. Meanwhile, a Dublin-based startup called Nomupay that was formed in 2023 out of some of […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

US trade deficit with Vietnam soars beyond $110 billion, as weak dong boosts exports  Reuters.com

Dunleavy administration sues feds over ANWR lease sale scheduled for Friday  Anchorage Daily News

Why the $1.27 billion Mega Millions jackpot in California could change before it’s claimed  San Francisco Chronicle

Stiga Talks Scoring Golden Goal for United States at World Junior Championship, Development as Preds Prospect  NHL.com

LA fires updates: Sports teams, athletes and games affected by Los Angeles wildfires  USA TODAY

There’s been a LOT of chatter surrounding Wicked — even more for its wild press tour than the film itself. And the conversations are far from over! Fans are certain there’s some romantic trouble boiling behind the scenes, but this time it has nothing to do with Ariana Grande‘s controversial relationship with Ethan Slater! This [...] Read More... The post <i>Wicked</i> Feud?! Fans Think Cynthia Erivo's Girlfriend Lena Waithe 'Can't Stand' Ariana Grande! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Washington Commanders | National Football League, News, Scores, Highlights, Injuries, Stats, Standings, and Rumors  Bleacher Report

How to watch Michigan State vs. Washington basketball, live stream, betting line  Lansing State Journal

Gaming startups — specifically those building casual mobile games — are very hot in Turkey right now, and today another one is announcing a sizeable round just nine months into its existence. Grand Games, the publisher behind Magic Sort and Car Match, has picked up $30 million in funding — money that it will use […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Recent buzz has Seattle fans wondering if Mariners are dark horse Roki Sasaki team  SoDo Mojo

While Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel experienced some success in his first couple of seasons in Miami, year three came to a considerably disappointing end.

A women's college basketball team in Vancouver, Canada, is refusing to play a Christian university's team over alleged abuse against a trans athlete

Here are Top 25 Washington high school girls basketball rankings entering 2025  Sports Illustrated

David Dobrik just surprised everyone with a massive body transformation! On Tuesday, the internet personality returned to YouTube after a two-year hiatus and revealed he got totally fit over the past 12 months. David posted a video on the platform explaining that he decided to get in shape just before New Year’s Day after learning [...] Read More... The post YouTuber David Dobrik SHOCKS Friends & Fans With Shredded Body Transformation! LOOK! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

How California fires are impacting sports: Los Angeles Kings game postponed  USA TODAY

Teen women's basketball phenom JuJu Watkins spoke to Fox News Digital in an exclusive interview about the culture shift in her sport amid Caitlin Clark's rise.

Women's basketball: Gonzaga, Washington State square off in pivotal West Coast Conference game  The Spokesman Review

Watch Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Lakers: How to live stream, TV channel, start time for Tuesday's NBA game  CBS Sports

How to watch Washington Wizards vs. Houston Rockets: Live stream, TV channel, start time for Tuesday's NBA game  CBS Sports

"High School Musical" star Vanessa Hudgens got to step into the WWE Monday Night RAW ring this week and do a chant with the wrestlers after its premiere on Netflix.

Palisades fire Los Angeles live updates: Wildfire grows in California as powerful winds fan flames  BBC.com

Proposed San Francisco Giants Trade Would Send Fan Favorite to Houston Astros  Sports Illustrated

Red flag warnings are in effect for parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties, as the National Weather Service warns that powerful winds and low humidity will increase the risk of fire.

Column | Falsehoods around the L.A. fires are proliferating on the right  The Washington Post

Carter's Humble Legacy Honored With Full Military Splendor in Washington  Department of Defense

Alaska State Troopers investigate man's body found under truck in Palmer  youralaskalink

Los Angeles area wildfires live updates: Death toll expected to rise as fires rage  The Associated Press

Rep. Escobar Hold Launch Event for “A Better Way Forward,” A New Policy Framework on Border Security and Regional Migration  FWD.us

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Man accused of shooting homeless shelter client 4 times charged with attempted murder  The San Francisco Standard

Cameron Mathison, James Woods, Paris Hilton, more celebrities lose homes in LA fires  USA TODAY

As Los Angeles Burns, Conspiracy Peddlers Lie About—and Celebrate—the Danger We’re Living Through  Mother Jones

It has been a heartbreaking week for many residents of Southern California this week. Wildfires have been running rampant throughout the Pacific Palisades and other areas around Los Angeles, doing countless millions in damage. Many of the homes known to have been destroyed belonged to some of the most beloved stars, too. Paris Hilton, Anna [...] Read More... The post Adam Brody, Anna Faris, Eugene Levy, & More Stars Whose Homes Were Destroyed In The Devastating California Wildfires appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Los Angeles wildfires devastated Malibu, Altadena and more. See the before-and-after photos.  CBS News

Live updates: Los Angeles wildfire death toll unknown as Palisades, Sunset, Eaton fires remain uncontained  CNN

As whole neighborhoods in Los Angeles burn to the ground, city council members in nearby Long Beach, California, voted to double down on their sanctuary city policies, vowing to resist President-elect Donald Trump’s plans for mass deportations.

Poland passed a resolution to ensure the safe participation of Israeli representatives who attend 80th anniversary commemorations of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau.

She’s clapping back! Allison Holker… [...] Read More... The post Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ Widow Makes A Confession! Responding To Criticism, Allison Holker Now Says: appeared first on Perez Hilton.

The wind is bending thick swirls of flame over Sunset Boulevard and the firefighters are helpless to stop it.

Stephen “tWitch” Boss’ mom is taking on the Allison Holker controversy. Earlier this week, tWitch’s widow sat down with People to discuss her forthcoming memoir This Far: My Story of Love, Loss, and Embracing the Light. For the first time she revealed shocking secrets about the late dancer. Family, friends, and fans alike have been [...] Read More... The post Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ Mom Is Bashing Widow Allison Holker Now: 'He Doesn't Deserve This' appeared first on Perez Hilton.

'Unprecedented' fires still torching LA area; 180,000 told to flee: Live updates  USA TODAY

California Wildfire Live Updates: Sunset Fire Fully Contained In Hollywood Hills—As Palisades, Eaton Fires Still Burn  Forbes

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Fires burning in and around Los Angeles have claimed the homes of numerous celebrities, including Billy Crystal, Mandy Moore and Paris Hilton and led to sweeping disruptions of entertainment events. The post Photos: Anthony Hopkins, Paris Hilton, John Goodman Among Hollywood Celebrity Homes Lost in Los Angeles Fires appeared first on Breitbart.

Comedian Adam Carolla ripped far-left California leaders for their fire prevention efforts, accusing 'environmental lunatics' of running the state 'into the ground' during 'Hannity.'

The Las Vegas Raiders announced Thursday, just two days after firing Antonio Pierce, that they have fired general manager Tom Telesco, who held the job just one year.

Alex Kemp, a 19-year-old Williams College student from New Jersey, died on Tuesday after skiing at Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort in Massachusetts.

President Joe Biden politicized former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral on Thursday to warn the nation against "hate" and "abuse of power." The post Joe Biden Uses Carter’s Funeral to Warn Against ‘Hate’ and ‘Abuse of Power’  appeared first on Breitbart.

PHOTOS: Washington firefighters head out to help with devastating California wildfires  KIRO Seattle

Olympic gold medalist Gary Hall Jr. revealed in an interview this week that he lost all of his belongings, including his medals, after his home burned down in the California wildfires.

The International Association of Firefighters endorsed Gov. Kristi Noem for DHS secretary as California fires rage, which notably follows its neutral 2024 presidential position.

Breitbart News’s Jon Kahn, the singer/songwriter behind the #1 hit Trump tribute song “Fighter,” spoke with Fox & Friends’ Ainsley Earhardt about the loss of his home in the Palisades fire and how he’s “leaning into faith” to get up and continue fighting just like the words of his hit song. The post ‘Fighter’ Singer Jon Kahn Loses Home to Palisades Fire: I’m ‘Leaning into Faith… I’m Going to Get Up Just Like the Song Says’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Stars lose homes in Los Angeles area fires and Jamie Lee Curtis pledges $1M to relief effort  The Associated Press

ICE says it issued 198 detainer requests with the Boston Police Department last year. BPD Commissioner Michael Cox said there were only 15. The post How many ICE requests did Boston police receive in 2024? It depends on who you ask appeared first on Boston.com.

Loyalty Shakeup Coming? Alaska Airlines VP Signals Plan To Reward Ticket Price Over Distance Flown  View from the Wing

Thousands of Los Angeles homeowners were dropped by their insurers before the Palisades Fire  CBS News

Fires in California decimate Los Angeles area, leave apocalyptic scenes: Live Updates  CBS News

Live updates: Firefighters face third day of strong winds in fight against LA County fires  NBC Los Angeles

Live updates: L.A. fires kill 5, with death toll expected to rise as several blazes rage unabated  The Washington Post

Los Angeles wildfires latest: Nearly 180,000 people under evacuation orders, county sheriff says  CNBC

California wildfires live updates: Death toll expected to rise as fires rage through Los Angeles  The Associated Press

Lakers vs. Hornets Postponed Due to Los Angeles Wildfires; Game Will be Rescheduled  Bleacher Report

LA fires updates: Lakers game postponed, more teams affected by Los Angeles wildfires  USA TODAY

A scientific study of former Titans tight end Frank Wycheck's brain confirmed the late NFL star suffered from the degenerative brain disease in the last years of his life.

The state’s insurance industry was reformed in late 2024 to promote coverage in disaster-prone areas. Tens of billions in fire damage will stress-test the new regime.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Speak Out on Los Angeles Fires, Encourage Relief Efforts  PEOPLE

Jean Smart pleaded with television networks not to air upcoming award shows as wildfires burn around the Los Angeles County. Smart won an award during Sunday's Golden Globes.

Los Angeles wildfires: Lakers game postponed, NFL contingency plans as coaches, athletes are impacted by fires  Yahoo Sports

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Satellite images show the extent of devastation from multiple wildfires burning in Los Angeles County after one day. The fires have killed at least five people and destroyed thousands of structures.

Thousands of Los Angeles homeowners were dropped by their insurers before the Palisades fire  CBS News

Amid the Los Angeles fires with no known cause, chefs and restaurants are opening their doors to help with discounted meals and free food to feed the affected community.

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has come under fire from both the "Facebook Supreme Court" and its own employees following Zuckerberg's decision this week to embrace free speech on his heavily censored platforms. The post Mark Zuckerberg Faces Backlash Against Free Speech from Meta Workers and Facebook ‘Supreme Court’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Paris Hilton has shared some heartbreaking news. Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, the reality star revealed her home in Malibu burned “to the ground” in the devastating wildfires raging throughout multiple areas in Southern California this week — and she watched it all go down on live television. Awful. As you can imagine, Paris is [...] Read More... The post Paris Hilton Left ‘Heartbroken’ After Watching Her Malibu Home ‘Burn To The Ground On Live TV’ appeared first on Perez Hilton.

The family of four was found dead in their home after a well-being check Tuesday in West Greenwich, R.I. The post Rhode Island man killed pregnant wife, 2 children, then himself, say authorities appeared first on Boston.com.

Firefighters make progress slowing wildfires while Los Angeles grapples with scope of devastation  The Associated Press

The fires have forced mass evacuations. Firefighters are struggling to control a patchwork of deadly blazes that have killed at least five people and leveled entire communities.

Are the Los Angeles fires contained? See the latest on efforts to control Palisades, Eaton and more fires  CBS News

Jamie Lee Curtis is devastated about the Los Angeles wildfires. On Wednesday, the actress was on the opposite side of the country for an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon during the ongoing devastation in Pacific Palisades and other areas in Southern California due to the fires. As you may know, Jamie and [...] Read More... The post Jamie Lee Curtis Gets Emotional While Talking About ‘F**king Gnarly’ & ‘Awful’ Pacific Palisades Fires -- WATCH appeared first on Perez Hilton.

KENNEDY: The Los Angeles inferno destroyed my neighborhood and I didn't know if my home survived... then I got  Daily Mail

A security researcher found a bug in a Facebook ad platform, which gave him access to the company’s internal infrastructure. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

FWD.us Publishes New Policy Framework To Reimagine Border Security and Address Regional Migration  FWD.us

Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra warned against the impact of a preemptive presidential pardon for people like Dr. Anthony Fauci.

California wildfires live updates: 5 killed, Palisades Fire grows as Sunset Fire spreads through Hollywood Hills  Yahoo! Voices

Los Angeles officials delivered an update on the efforts to combat wildfires across the city on Thursday, saying more evacuations are expected.

Los Angeles officials investigate origin of wildfires as multiple blazes remain uncontained  Fox News

Los Angeles fires live: Five dead as destructive blaze spreads to Hollywood Hills  The Independent

Los Angeles wildfires live news: Sheriff says death toll expected to rise  Al Jazeera English

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Los Angeles wildfires live updates: At least 180,000 residents under evacuation orders  The Associated Press

LA mayor says crews battling valiantly against 'historic' wildfires: Live updates  USA TODAY

'Historic' fires still torching LA area; 180,000 told to flee: Live updates  USA TODAY

The California wildfires are burning in the middle of what's usually a busy awards season in Hollywood, home to many celebrities.

"Shazam!" star Zachary Levi said California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) and other Democrat leaders must be held accountable for the catastrophic fires in Los Angeles County, adding that he believes Newsom is "criminally negligent" for the mismanagement of the unfolding devastation. The post Actor Zachary Levi Calls Gavin Newsom ‘Criminally Negligent’ for California Fire Mismanagement: Some of the Worst On His Watch appeared first on Breitbart.

San Francisco gets a new mayor and an emergency plan for the fentanyl scourge  The Santa Rosa Press Democrat

The North Carolina Tar Heels and Bill Belichick reportedly landed a top defensive transfer on Wednesday amid rumors of his interest in NFL openings.

Allison Holker is addressing all the controversy. As we’ve been following, the widowed mother of three has been taking a LOT of heat after revealing deeply personal secrets about her late husband Stephen “tWitch” Boss earlier this week, with more to come in her memoir This Far: My Story of Love, Loss, and Embracing the [...] Read More... The post Allison Holker Addresses Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ Family & Friends After Wave Of Backlash appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Podcaster Joe Rogan warned of a future fire decimating Los Angeles just six months prior to fires currently breaking out in the area and destroying thousands of acres.

Los Angeles wildfires live news: ‘Red flag’ warning stands despite progress  Al Jazeera English

When we plug in our cell phones to charge them, we take it for granted that they'll soon be brimming with energy for scrolling, texting and receiving news alerts. But the technology powering this—rechargeable lithium-ion batteries—heralded a genuine technological revolution when these batteries first appeared on the commercial scene in the 1990s, and they earned their developers the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2019. Without this innovation, our smartphones, wireless headphones and electric vehicles would be both environmentally and economically infeasible.

Justin Baldoni‘s lawyer just claimed Blake Lively didn’t read It Ends With Us — and therefore she didn’t know what she was getting into. In Tuesday’s episode of The Megyn Kelly Show, Bryan Freedman shared an audio clip in which his client complained about being stuck in the basement for “over an hour” during the [...] Read More... The post Justin Baldoni's Lawyer Seemingly Blames Blake Lively's Sexual Harassment Complaints On Her Supposedly Not Reading <i>It Ends With Us</i> Book! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Los Angeles wildfires: NFL contingency plans, status of NBA, NHL games as coaches, athletes are impacted by fires  Yahoo Sports

Unprecedented wildfires in Los Angeles County in California are decimating thousands of structures and displacing thousands of residents.

California Wildfire Live Updates: Last Hollywood Hills Evacuation Order Lifted As Palisades And Eaton Fires Still Burn  Forbes

Los Angeles wildfires latest: Evacuation orders in Hollywood Hills lifted, but flames persist  CNBC

Don't let the winter chill dampen your fitness spirit.  Here are ten picks to keep you warm and fit, all available at your convenience during Amazon's Winter Sale.

Another winter storm is brewing: See which states are expected to see snow, ice  USA TODAY

Sen. Bernie Sanders is facing pushback for what some social media users say is promoting climate alarmism amid raging California wildfires.

Clayton McGeeney, Ricky Johnson and David Harrington were all found dead in Jordan Willis' Kansas City backyard on Jan 9, 2024 – a year later, their families still have no answers.

Los Angeles wildfires live: Hollywood landmarks threatened as deadly blaze spreads  The Independent

Los Angeles cut $17.5M from fire department budget months before deadly fires  ABC7 Los Angeles

L.A. Fires: These Celebrities—Paris Hilton, Billy Crystal And More—Had Homes Destroyed Along With Historic Landmarks  Forbes

California Wildfires Destroyed These Celebrity Homes And Local Landmarks  Forbes

Washington Nationals Avoid Arbitration with Promising Catcher Ahead of Deadline  Sports Illustrated

"I would be very surprised if it's not Mike Vrabel in there leading the Patriots organization going forward." The post Devin McCourty recalled a harsh compliment Bill Belichick paid to Mike Vrabel’s coaching credentials appeared first on Boston.com.

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) in Washington state is reportedly holding a mandatory screening event as part of staff training on Thursday.

Math Tutor Charged With Sexual Assault Of Middle School Student In King County  Seattle Medium

The House is expected to pass legislation sanctioning the International Criminal Court on Thursday in protest of its arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Fires in California kill at least 5, scorch Los Angeles area as over 100,000 told to evacuate: Live Updates  CBS News

Los Angeles wildfires latest: At least 5 dead as flames envelop Hollywood Hills  CNBC

Palisades Fire grows to 17,000 acres, the most destructive in L.A. history  KTLA Los Angeles

Los Angeles councilwoman Traci Park, who represents the Pacific Palisades, joins the program to discuss the wildfires that have devastated the area.

At Carter Funeral, Armed Forces Chorus Showcases the Military's Best Vocalists  Department of Defense

NPR's A Martinez speaks with American writer Louis Ferrante about his latest book, "Borgata: Clash of Titans: a History of the American Mafia."

Berthaud, from Mission Hill, is part of the Boston Public Art Triennial Accelerator program. The post Boston video game designer Michael Berthaud finds his ‘Sweet Spot’ in interactive public art installation appeared first on Boston.com.

Hear an excerpt from an interview where former President Jimmy Carter addressed criticism of his 2006 book about the Israeli/Palestinian conflict titled "Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid."

Heather El Moussa admitted her relationship with Tarek's ex-wife Christina Hall took time, but is in a great place ahead of the launch of their new reality show.

As it looks to accelerate the pace of its AI development, Google is further streamlining the teams building its AI services, platforms, and tools. On Thursday, Logan Kilpatrick, who leads product for Google’s AI Studio developer platform, said in a post on X that Google’s AI Studio team and the team developing the API for […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Google searches for how to cancel and delete Facebook, Instagram, and Threads accounts have seen explosive rises in the U.S. since Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that the company will end its third-party fact-checking system, loosen content moderation policies, and roll back previous limits to the amount of political content in user feeds.  Experts see […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Google is testing a new “Daily Listen” feature that automatically generates a podcast based on your Discover feed. The company confirmed to TechCrunch that Daily Listen is a personalized AI-powered audio experience that is designed to help you stay up to date on the topics you care about.  The feature is currently rolling out on […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Mandiant says a Chinese cyberespionage group has been exploiting the critical-rated vulnerability since at least mid-December. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Alaska Airlines gives Boise travelers fast pass to Disney World, Universal Studios with direct Orlando flight  Idaho Press

Portland Trail Blazers offering device from Seattle startup to help vision-impaired fans track action  GeekWire

British lawmakers voted against an amendment to hold a national inquiry into the U.K. grooming scandal, amid international pressure from Elon Musk and others.

Mark Zuckerberg's recent announcement that Meta will be making major changes to its content moderation policies and practices on Facebook and Instagram, included his blockbuster plan the eliminate the company's biased third-party "fact checkers." Breitbart News has compiled some of the worst moments of Facebook's "fact checker" era to show how the biased system was used to censor conservatives. The post Censorship Hall of Shame: 12 Epic Failures of Facebook’s Biased ‘Fact Checker’ System appeared first on Breitbart.

The Russian ISP blamed the Ukrainian hackers for causing a "complete failure" across its internet infrastructure. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Mark Zuckerberg stunned the world when he announced this week that Meta would embrace free speech on its platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. But to hold the billionaire to his promises of removing bias and censorship from these platforms, we must first acknowledge the terrible levels of censorship faced by conservatives on Zuckerberg's platforms since 2016. Here are six particularly egregious examples from Zuckerberg's inglorious reign as the internet's arbiter of truth. The post 6 Acts of Despicable Facebook Censorship that Mark Zuckerberg Must Never Let Happen Again appeared first on Breitbart.

With the smart pet wearable market estimated at $1.72 million in 2024, a new startup in the pet tech space is entering the scene with a dog tracker and collar that can directly link with satellite tracking without needing an LTE signal. At CES 2025, SATELLAI presented its pet tracker and smart collar, which include […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

They really are "Beauty and the Beast."

ICAO says compromised data includes job applicants' names, email addresses and employment history © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Alaska Airlines Expands Route Network with New Domestic and International Flights  The Africa Logistics

A professor of genetics, toxicology, and biological engineering, Thilly pushed himself and his students to develop solutions to real-world problems.

2024 Research ~ United States Laboratory Disposable Products Market Poised for Growth, Reaching USD 1.94 Billion by 2029, Diagnostic Testing Surge Influences Expansion  GlobeNewswire

The side effects of cancer also affect many peoples' intimate lives, but the medical community doesn't always provide them with support.

Cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, a contagious virus that can lead to respiratory disease, is reportedly spiking in northern China. Infectious disease experts say risk to the U.S. is low.

United States Donates 2000 Medical Devices to Mongolia to Help Combat Flu-Like Illness  US Embassy in Mongolia

Volkswagen-backed startup Scout Motors broke cover just a few months ago, and at this week’s CES 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada, they hold the honor of being one of the only American automakers with a presence at the show.  That’s not the only thing that stands out about Scout being here, though. In a sea […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Bus caravan to circle downtown Seattle to honor slain driver Shawn Yim  The Seattle Times

Road closures, security in place ahead of Jimmy Carter's state funeral  NBC Washington

Mechanics ‘inadvertently’ drive Alaska Airlines plane into ditch at Ted Stevens airport, officials say  Alaska's News Source

Plus: Brewery hotels, Newport Winter Festival, and 25% off flights from Boston to Europe. The post Starting May, Bostonians can fly directly to their 2025 dream travel destination appeared first on Boston.com.