7 h. ago 'The View' says media mistreated Monica Lewinsky in look back on Clinton affair on 27th anniversary

"The View" hosts debated whether former White House intern Monica Lewinsky was mistreated by the media after her affair with President Bill Clinton came to light.

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7 h. ago It's the 5th anniversary of the COVID pandemic and we want to hear your experiences

It's been 5 years since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. Ahead of this anniversary, NPR wants to hear from you.

Science

11 h. ago Joe Rogan, Elon Musk wonder why journalists aren’t ‘celebrating’ DOGE targeting wasted tax dollars

During a new episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience," Joe Rogan and DOGE head Elon Musk ripped the media and Democratic Party for opposing the cutting of wasteful government spending.

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11 h. ago Los Angeles woman sentenced to 5 years for $2.3 million COVID loan scheme

Los Angeles woman sentenced to 5 years for $2.3 million COVID loan scheme  CBS News

Economics

13 h. ago New device could allow you to taste a cake in virtual reality

Novel technology intends to redefine the virtual reality experience by expanding to incorporate a new sensory connection: taste.

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15 h. ago Greece: Over 1 Million Takeover Streets to Demand Safety Reforms 2 Years After Deadly Train Collision

Crowds of hundreds of thousands of people convened in nearly every major city in Greece on Friday to mark the two-year anniversary of the worst train disaster in the modern history of the country – and demand safety reforms to ensure it does not happen again. The post Greece: Over 1 Million Takeover Streets to Demand Safety Reforms 2 Years After Deadly Train Collision appeared first on Breitbart.

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15 h. ago Strike Brings Greece to a Halt: No Trains, No Planes and Huge Protests

Two years after the country’s deadliest rail disaster, many are still demanding greater safety and accountability.

Events

17 h. ago Boston launches Everyone250 ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary

"We’re more than just sports and Harvard.” The post Boston launches Everyone250 ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary appeared first on Boston.com.

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19 h. ago As Ukraine marks third anniversary of invasion, local advocates fear outcome of war

President Donald Trump’s comments about the war in Ukraine and future peace talks have reverberated throughout Boston’s Ukrainian community. The post As Ukraine marks third anniversary of invasion, local advocates fear outcome of war appeared first on Boston.com.

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31 h. ago Gracie Hunt reflects on 'the painful, the joyful' moments experienced during Chiefs' Super Bowl run

The Kansas City Chiefs heiress took a moment to reflect on her firsthand experience of the NFL franchise's recent season, which ended with a Super Bowl loss.

Politics

33 h. ago Greek government under harsh scrutiny two years after deadly train crash

Mass protests are expected to bring parts of Greece to a standstill on Friday — the two-year anniversary of the country's deadliest railway disaster.

Events

35 h. ago US Judge in San Francisco Will Hear Union Request to Halt Trump Mass Firings

US Judge in San Francisco Will Hear Union Request to Halt Trump Mass Firings  KQED

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35 h. ago Twitch is letting more streamers access its monetization tools

Twitch CEO Dan Clancy published an open letter on Thursday outlining the platform’s plans for 2025, which include upcoming features, updates to the mobile experience, as well as a significant change to its monetization policy.   Of note, Clancy revealed that Twitch is opening up subscriptions and “Bits,” the virtual items that viewers buy to cheer […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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36 h. ago SCOTUS tosses challenge to TN law banning drag shows with kids present, state AG hails decision

Tennesee's ban on drag shows in public spaces where children are present will remain in effect as SCOTUS refused to hear a challenge to the law this week.

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36 h. ago TikTok sunsets its creator marketplace for TikTok One, a broader solution with AI tools

TikTok is preparing to sunset its creator marketplace in favor of a new, more expanded experience, the company has informed businesses and creators via email. The online platform, which connects brands with creators for collaborating on ads and other sponsorships, will stop allowing creator invitations or the creation of new campaigns as of Saturday the […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Technology

37 h. ago SCOOP: Inside Elon Musk's meeting with the Senate DOGE Caucus

Elon Musk met with members of the Senate DOGE Caucus at the White House to hear what they are working on in Congress.

Politics

38 h. ago Apple introduces new child safety initiatives, including an age

Apple on Thursday announced a range of new initiatives designed to help parents and developers create a safer experience for kids and teens using Apple devices. In addition to easier setup of child accounts, parents will now be able to share information about their kids’ ages, which can then be accessed by app developers to […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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38 h. ago US judge in San Francisco will hear request by unions to halt mass firings of probationary workers

US judge in San Francisco will hear request by unions to halt mass firings of probationary workers  Newsday

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39 h. ago Trump urged to use executive power after Vance relative reportedly denied organ transplant over COVID vaccine

House Republicans are urging President Trump to use executive action on COVID-19 mandates for organ transplants.

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40 h. ago In challenge to YouTube, TikTok revamps its desktop platform

In a bid to take on YouTube, TikTok is revamping its desktop platform with the addition of several new features. The company announced on Thursday that its web-based experience features a new modular layout, refreshed For You feed, a new Explore tab, immersive full-screen LIVE gaming streaming, and a floating player. The social network’s new […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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