1 hour ago LIZ PEEK: Biden keeps smearing lipstick on his pig of a presidency. You won't believe the results

Americans recall that when Biden took office, the world was at peace and our enemies – and in particular Iran – had been subdued.

Politics

9 hours ago More teens report using ChatGPT for schoolwork, despite the tech’s faults

Younger Gen Zers are embracing OpenAI’s AI-powered chatbot, ChatGPT, for schoolwork, according to a new survey by the Pew Research Center. But it’s not clear that they’re fully aware of the tech’s pitfalls. In a follow-up to its 2023 poll on ChatGPT usage among young people, Pew asked ~1,400 U.S.-based teens ages 13 to 17 […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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10 hours ago Loft Orbital lands a fresh $170 million after logging over $500 million of bookings

Loft Orbital has raised $170 million in Series C funding to grow its satellite and space missions as a service. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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30 hours ago Exclusive — Marco Rubio to Shred Globalists in Confirmation Hearing: ‘Liberal World Order’ Not Just a ‘Fantasy,’ But ‘Dangerous Delusion’

Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL), President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as the next Secretary of State, will take the globalist foreign policy establishment to task in his opening statement at his confirmation hearing on Wednesday, Breitbart News has learned exclusively. The post Exclusive — Marco Rubio to Shred Globalists in Confirmation Hearing: ‘Liberal World Order’ Not Just a ‘Fantasy,’ But ‘Dangerous Delusion’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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3 hours ago In Farewell Address, Biden Warns of an ‘Oligarchy’ Taking Shape in America

President Biden did not explicitly name President-elect Donald J. Trump, but his remarks went straight at the tension at the heart of the incoming White House.

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8 hours ago Study: Nearly 400 Million Christians Persecuted Globally, Islamism and Communism Main Drivers

The Christian aid organization Open Doors published its annual World Watch List – a ranking of the most dangerous places in the world to practice the Christian faith – on Wednesday, which found that 380 million Christians around the world face severe persecution. The post Study: Nearly 400 Million Christians Persecuted Globally, Islamism and Communism Main Drivers appeared first on Breitbart.

Culture

15 hours ago Google raises the price of Workspace plans, includes its AI features for free

Google announced on Wednesday that all AI features in Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Meet are now available to Workspace customers at no extra charge, though the plan will see a $2 per month increase per user.  This change simplifies access to Workplace AI tools, including email summaries, automated note-taking, chatting with the Gemini bot, and […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Technology

3 hours ago 'Lying to the nation': Trump orbit slams Biden for taking credit for ceasefire deal

The Trump transition team slammed President Biden for claiming credit for the cease-fire deal reached between Israel and Hamas on Wednesday.

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16 hours ago PowerSchool data breach victims say hackers stole ‘all’ historical student and teacher data

A trove of information on current and former students and teachers was accessed during the December cyberattack, sources say © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Society

19 hours ago US foes Iran, Russia, other UN diplomats exempt from NYC congestion pricing as taxpayers forced to foot bill

The U.S. State Department has exempted U.N. diplomats and missions in New York City from paying new congestion fees according to recent guidance published by the government.

Economics

30 hours ago Seattle prepares to share World Cup 2026 spotlight with 9 Washington fan zone cities

Seattle prepares to share World Cup 2026 spotlight with 9 Washington fan zone cities  KOMO News

Sport

4 hours ago MSNBC's Maddow: Biden Stark Warning About Trump 'Put a Shiver Down My Spine'

On Wednesday, host Rachel Maddow discussed President Joe Biden's farewell address, saying Biden's warning about the incoming Trump administration "put a shiver" down her spine. The post MSNBC’s Maddow: Biden Stark Warning About Trump ‘Put a Shiver Down My Spine’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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15 hours ago Colossal Biosciences raises $200M at $10.2B valuation to bring back woolly mammoths

Colossal Biosciences wants to bring back the woolly mammoth and has raised $200 million at a $10.2 billion valuation to do it. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Technology

22 hours ago Column | Carolyn Hax: Retired parents are too reserved to ask for help from nearby family

Column | Carolyn Hax: Retired parents are too reserved to ask for help from nearby family  The Washington Post

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19 hours ago SoftBank veteran hunts for profits in payments infrastructure plumbing

Former SoftBank exec Akshay Naheta's startup, Distributed Technologies Research, is trying to bridge the gap between banking and blockchain tech. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Economics

7 hours ago Jay Leno serves meals to Los Angeles first responders as deadly wildfires rage on

Comedian Jay Leno opens up about serving meals to California first responders fighting the state's deadly wildfires on "Your World."

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29 hours ago SEC sues Elon Musk for allegedly failing to disclose Twitter acquisition on time

The Securities and Exchange Commission filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk on Tuesday over an alleged securities violation relating to his acquisition of Twitter, now called X. The SEC claims Musk failed to disclose his 5% ownership stake of Twitter in a timely manner, violating federal securities law, according to a complaint filed in federal […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Technology

5 hours ago Trump Trashed Washington for Years. Now He’s Vowing to Make Over the City.

Trump Trashed Washington for Years. Now He’s Vowing to Make Over the City.  The Wall Street Journal

Politics

26 hours ago Nelly raises $51 million to digitalize medical practices across Europe

Nelly wants to become the biggest fintech startup in the healthcare industry. The Berlin-based startup is already working with more than 1,200 medical practices in a handful of European countries. But there are thousands more that could benefit from an upgrade for their administrative workflows. That’s why Nelly recently raised €50 million in funding (around […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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7 hours ago Canada Readies Billions of Dollars in Retaliatory Moves to Trump Tariff Threat

The government is preparing for the possibility that the incoming U.S. administration will impose high tariffs on Canadian goods, setting the close allies up for a showdown.

Events

5 hours ago Michelle Obama skipping Trump inauguration to avoid having to 'pretend for protocol's sake:' reports

According to a new report, former first lady Michelle Obama will be skipping Donald Trump's inauguration because she can't hide her personal feelings about him.

Politics

7 hours ago Hindenburg Research, a short seller that targeted tech and EV companies, is closing up shop

When Hindenburg Research posts a blog on its website, it often means a company’s final days are near. Today, that company is Hindenburg Research. Nate Anderson announced Wednesday he has shut down short-selling firm Hindenburg Research, after a seven-year run issuing damning reports about high-profile companies, including many of the technology world’s giants and buzzy […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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5 hours ago Chinese AI company MiniMax releases new models it claims are competitive with the industry’s best

Chinese firms continue to release AI models that rival the capabilities of systems developed by OpenAI and other U.S.-based AI companies. This week, MiniMax, an Alibaba- and Tencent-backed startup that has raised around $850 million in venture capital and is valued at more than $2.5 billion, debuted three new models: MiniMax-Text-01, MiniMax-VL-01, and T2A-01-HD. MiniMax-Text-01 […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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8 hours ago As TikTok faces a US shutdown, here are some alternative apps to check out

TikTok has warned of a looming shutdown in just six days, as the Supreme Court is currently weighing the law that would ban the app. So we thought it’s time to take a look at other platforms that may be able to fill the TikTok-shaped hole in our lives.  The law gives TikTok parent company […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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5 hours ago Live updates: Biden gives farewell speech as Trump readies return to White House

Live updates: Biden gives farewell speech as Trump readies return to White House  The Washington Post

Politics

8 hours ago California Dem Blames Climate Change for L.A. Wildfires in Energy Secretary Confirmation Hearing

Padilla attempted to pick apart Energy Secretary nominee Chris Wright over climate change during a confirmation hearing on Wednesday morning. The post California Dem Blames Climate Change for L.A. Wildfires in Energy Secretary Confirmation Hearing appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

6 hours ago Live updates: Biden to give farewell speech as Trump readies return to White House

Live updates: Biden to give farewell speech as Trump readies return to White House  The Washington Post

Politics

9 hours ago Israel and Hamas reach ceasefire and hostage release deal after 'intensive diplomacy'

Secretary of State Antony Blinken had said the U.S. wanted a ceasefire deal in Gaza and all remaining captives released before Donald Trump takes office on Jan. 20.

Events

6 hours ago Exclusive: Trump's Military Academy Classmates Celebrate Reelection, Current Cadets to March in Inaugural Parade

Cadets from the New York Military Academy (NYMA), President-elect Donald Trump's alma mater, are set to march in his Inaugural Parade on Monday, former classmates of his have confirmed to Breitbart News. The post Exclusive: Trump’s Military Academy Classmates Celebrate Reelection, Current Cadets to March in Inaugural Parade appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

10 hours ago A Second Grip on the Nuclear Football: Rethinking Sole Authority in a Volatile World

A Second Grip on the Nuclear Football: Rethinking Sole Authority in a Volatile World  Nuclear Threat Initiative

Events

7 hours ago Biden's State Department: Trump’s Team Was ‘Absolutely Critical’ in Securing Israel

President Joe Biden's State Department is admitting that President-elect Donald Trump's team was critical in securing a peace deal between Israel and Hamas. The post Biden’s State Department: Trump’s Team Was ‘Absolutely Critical’ in Securing Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

11 hours ago Officials tout a Gaza ceasefire deal and plan to free hostages. Israel says details still in flux.

The deal promises the release of dozens of hostages held by Hamas in phases and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in Israel. The post Officials tout a Gaza ceasefire deal and plan to free hostages. Israel says details still in flux. appeared first on Boston.com.

Events

8 hours ago Trump considers executive order hoping to ‘save TikTok’ from ban or sale in U.S. law

Trump considers executive order hoping to ‘save TikTok’ from ban or sale in U.S. law  The Washington Post

Politics

13 hours ago Chinese Drone Giant DJI Removes Geofencing that Protects White House, Airports, Wildfires

China's DJI, the world's leading drone manufacturer, has decided to remove its long-standing geofencing feature, which previously prevented drones from flying over restricted areas such as airports, wildfires, and the White House. The post Chinese Drone Giant DJI Removes Geofencing that Protects White House, Airports, Wildfires appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

8 hours ago Bondi, expressing loyalty to Trump, says she won’t pursue political inquiries

Pam Bondi cast herself as an independent prosecutor who would keep politics out of the Justice Department if confirmed as President Trump’s attorney general. The post Bondi, expressing loyalty to Trump, says she won’t pursue political inquiries appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

13 hours ago Poland’s Leader Suggests Russian Hand in Plot to Attack Western Cargo Planes

“I can only confirm that Russia planned acts of air terror, not just against Poland but against airlines across the globe,” said Poland’s prime minister, Donald Tusk.

Events

8 hours ago Fox News Sports Huddle Newsletter: Sports world reacts to US House's passage of transgender athlete bill

Receive your weekly recap of all the happenings around the world of sports.

Politics

16 hours ago Gang violence in Haiti at record levels amid criticisms US has no 'clear strategy'

Gang violence in Haiti has led to the displacement of more than 700,000 people, forcing them to flee their homes for safety. Critics fault U.S. strategy amid escalating unrest.

Events

8 hours ago Governments call for spyware regulations in UN Security Council meeting

Several governments participated in a meeting on the proliferation of commercial spyware at the United Nations Security Council. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Politics

19 hours ago California Wildfire Live Updates: Auto Fire Is 47% Contained With Winds Set To Pick Up Overnight

California Wildfire Live Updates: Auto Fire Is 47% Contained With Winds Set To Pick Up Overnight  Forbes

Events

8 hours ago Olympics president says he is not communicating with Trump as wildfires threaten 2028 LA Games

IOC President Thomas Bach says he is not communicating with President-elect Trump as the California wildfires rage on in the host city of the 2028 Games.

Politics

20 hours ago Creator of Gas and tbh makes an app for disappearing photos via iMessage

Nikita Bier, creator of popular apps like the anonymous polling app tbh (acquired by Facebook) and the anonymous compliments app Gas (acquired by Discord), has created a new app called Explode, which focuses on disappearing messages on iMessage. Explode works as a mini app for Apple’s Messages app. It helps you send disappearing messages to […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Events

8 hours ago Trump transition live updates: Pam Bondi questioned in Senate hearing, Biden to speak tonight

Trump transition live updates: Pam Bondi questioned in Senate hearing, Biden to speak tonight  The Washington Post

Politics

21 hours ago Pistachio moguls and reservoirs: False water claims spread about California fires

Influencers and politicians are spreading false narratives about water and the L.A. wildfires. These include the idea that farm moguls took firefighting water and an empty reservoir is part of a plot.

Events

8 hours ago Chinese imports spiked in December, as US buyers tried to avoid Trump's proposed tariffs

Chinese imports spiked in December, as US buyers tried to avoid Trump's proposed tariffs  USA TODAY

Politics

21 hours ago A Crucial Coal Mine in Ukraine Under Attack by Russian Forces Finally Shuts Down

The mine, near the frontline city of Pokrovsk, produced coking coal crucial for Ukraine’s steel industry. It kept running until the very last moment, when Russian forces finally reached its gates.

Events

9 hours ago Trump mulling executive order to save TikTok from national ban, Washington Post reports

Trump mulling executive order to save TikTok from national ban, Washington Post reports  KFXL Fox Nebraska

Politics

21 hours ago Safety advocates fear Tesla will face less accountability for car crashes under Trump

With Tesla CEO Elon Musk backing President-elect Donald Trump, safety advocates fear the incoming administration is poised to scrap a federal crash reporting requirement that Tesla calls unfair.

Events

9 hours ago Trump's Cabinet pick for secretary of transportation is Sean Duffy. Here's what to know

While some of President-elect Trump's Cabinet nominees faced sharp questioning this week, Sean Duffy received a friendly welcome in his confirmation hearing to be secretary of transportation.

Politics

21 hours ago Immigrant workers are helping investigate labor abuses. Will Trump let them stay?

Under Biden, thousands of workers who experienced wage theft and other abuses have been granted protection from deportation and authorization to work so they can participate in labor investigations.

Events

9 hours ago OMB Nominee Russ Vought: We Will 'Labor to Make the American Government Work Again'

The incoming administration will "labor to make the American government work again," President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Office of Management and Budget Russ Vought said in his opening statement on Wednesday before the committee. The post OMB Nominee Russ Vought: We Will ‘Labor to Make the American Government Work Again’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

21 hours ago Demographic Winter: French Birthrate Falls to Lowest Level Since End of First World War

The birth rate in France fell to its lowest level last year since the end of the First World War, according to official figures from the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE). The post Demographic Winter: French Birthrate Falls to Lowest Level Since End of First World War appeared first on Breitbart.

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