33 m. ago Smart home devices used to monitor domestic workers raise safety concerns

The growing use of smart home devices is undermining the privacy and safety of domestic workers. New research from King's College London reveals how surveillance technologies reinforce a sense of constant monitoring and control by domestic workers' employers, increasing their vulnerability and impacting their mental well-being.

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98 m. ago Boost your home's curbside appeal with these easy and affordable updates

Introduce focal points and texture to your home's curbside appeal with these simple and straightforward products, making the process of enhancement a breeze.

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2 h. ago Harold Washington librarians concerned for their safety with security incidents on the rise

Harold Washington librarians concerned for their safety with security incidents on the rise  Chicago Tribune

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2 h. ago Chief Bill Scott to leave SFPD, accept position in another jurisdiction

Chief Bill Scott to leave SFPD, accept position in another jurisdiction  KRON4

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3 h. ago Syrian President Makes First Visit to Europe Since Assad’s Fall

The visit is a boost to Ahmed al-Shara’s attempts to bring Syria back into the international fold but comes amid continuing turmoil there.

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4 h. ago Chancellor Merz Brands Trump Admin 'Absurd' for Raising Concerns About German Democracy

On his first full day in office, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz lashed out at the Trump administration for raising concerns about the state of democracy in the European nation following the green light to spy on the opposition AfD party. The post Chancellor Merz Brands Trump Admin ‘Absurd’ for Raising Concerns About German Democracy appeared first on Breitbart.

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4 h. ago New travel rules, same confusion: 'REAL ID' raises questions, concerns among college

Students could be adversely impacted by REAL ID, due to either the age requirements for students who recently turned 18 or lack of communication about the enforcement date.

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5 h. ago Texas lawmaker calls for an 'end to Washington's reckless spending'

Texas lawmaker calls for an 'end to Washington's reckless spending'  Fox Business

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6 h. ago Netflix is getting into short videos with a new vertical feed for mobile

Netflix announced on Wednesday that it’s currently testing a short-form video feature, signaling that even a streaming giant with over 300 million subscribers is concerned about losing viewers’ time spent on mobile to apps like TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels. The company debuted the feature at its first-ever product and tech event, where it […]

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7 h. ago Top TSA official explains what to do if you don't have REAL ID

TSA Administrator Adam Stahl explained what Americans without REAL ID should do if they have an upcoming flight, and he addressed concerns about the potential for long lines as a result.

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7 h. ago How Science and Advocacy Ended Dangerous Nuclear Testing in the United States

How Science and Advocacy Ended Dangerous Nuclear Testing in the United States  The Equation - Union of Concerned Scientists

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8 h. ago Puma Says It Made the Fastest Running Shoe Ever. We Put It to the Test

Puma claims its latest Fast-R Nitro Elite 3 hi-tech shoe will boost efficiency for all runners. WIRED compared it to the leading competition to separate the facts from the marketing jargon.

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8 h. ago Federal Reserve expected to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday

The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady today. The central bank is concerned that President Trump's tariffs could rekindle inflation while slowing economic growth.

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11 h. ago Trump admin launches antisemitism probe at University of Washington after massive anti

Trump admin launches antisemitism probe at University of Washington after massive anti-Israel protest  New York Post

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14 h. ago San Francisco creating Fridays on Front Street block parties to boost revitalization

San Francisco creating Fridays on Front Street block parties to boost revitalization  CBS News

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15 h. ago Old Angst Resurfaces in Poland About Abandonment by the U.S.

Shaken by Trump, Putin and the war in Ukraine, Poland is again feeling angst about being abandoned by the United States.

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15 h. ago S.F. supervisors begrudgingly greenlight big boost to SFPD overtime

S.F. supervisors begrudgingly greenlight big boost to SFPD overtime  Mission Local

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19 h. ago SFPD to get massive overtime boost despite concerns about spending

SFPD to get massive overtime boost despite concerns about spending  San Francisco Chronicle

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20 h. ago Fires at former Fernald School in Waltham investigated as arson

“We’re deeply concerned that someone is going to be hurt.” The post Fires at former Fernald School in Waltham investigated as arson appeared first on Boston.com.

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20 h. ago Social Security cuts spark a new wave of concern in the United States

Social Security cuts spark a new wave of concern in the United States  Tododisca

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