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Crime & Justice

UN report reveals AI fuels online violence against Middle Eastern women

AI tools are exacerbating online violence against women in the Middle East, with a UN Women report revealing that 25% of those who faced digital abuse attribute it to these technologies. As internet usage...

DW World · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Sports

James Trafford selected as England goalkeeper, challenges Jordan Pickford's spot

James Trafford's selection as England's goalkeeper for a recent match against Spain raises questions about Jordan Pickford's status as the first-choice keeper. This change indicates a potential shift in the...

BBC Sport · 4 days ago · 1 min read

Crime & Justice

Chris Cash claims UK security services used him as scapegoat in espionage case

Chris Cash, a former parliamentary researcher acquitted of spying for China, claims he was a scapegoat for UK security services and that the case was intended to deter others from sharing sensitive...

BBC Politics · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Health

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo surpasses 11,000 cases, 5,387 deaths reported

Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have exceeded 11,000, with 5,387 deaths, marking the largest and deadliest outbreak in the country's history. The Bundibugyo strain complicates management...

Al Jazeera · 4 days ago · 1 min read

Crime & Justice

SUV hits pedestrians in Los Angeles, killing three and injuring three

Three people were killed and three critically injured when an SUV struck pedestrians in Los Angeles, with the driver fleeing but later arrested. This incident highlights the city's ongoing pedestrian safety...

NBC News · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

Trump proposes ending military aid to Israel under Section 219

President Trump plans to end the U.S. military aid package to Israel, citing fiscal responsibility and strategic autonomy under Section 219 of the National Defense Authorization Act. Congressional leaders are...

Al Jazeera · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Health

Study finds occasional marijuana use raises stroke risk by 40%

A study of over 440,000 U.S. adults found that occasional marijuana use is associated with a 40% increased risk of stroke, even among those who use it less than once a month. This highlights potential...

ScienceDaily · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

U.S. House blocks impeachment bid against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

The U.S. House of Representatives blocked an impeachment bid against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over accusations of unauthorized military actions, with a 211-204 vote to refer the articles to committee....

BBC World News · 4 days ago · 1 min read

Entertainment

Brandy and Monica announce 10-date residency at Resorts World Las Vegas

Brandy and Monica will launch a 10-date residency, "The Boy Is Mine: A Celebration," at Resorts World Las Vegas starting in May, following their successful North American tour. This residency allows them to...

Rolling Stone · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Crime & Justice

Thomas Markle back in federal custody for removing ankle monitor

Thomas Markle, father of Meghan Markle, was returned to federal custody after allegedly removing his ankle monitor while facing serious charges related to possessing child sex-abuse materials. His case could...

BBC World News · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

Reporters Without Borders urges impeachment of FCC Chair Brendan Carr

Reporters Without Borders is calling for the impeachment of FCC Chair Brendan Carr, accusing him of using his position to silence media critical of Donald Trump. The organization highlights specific actions...

The Hill · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

Senate passes bipartisan bill to expedite power plant construction

The Senate advanced a bipartisan infrastructure and energy bill aimed at expediting the construction of power plants and upgrading the grid, with a 62-21 vote. This legislation is crucial for addressing urgent...

The Hill · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Science

Chinese fossils reveal ancient armored amphibian adapted to marine life

Fossils of a 237-million-year-old armored amphibian discovered in China suggest that some ancient amphibians adapted to marine environments, challenging the view that they were primarily terrestrial or...

ScienceDaily · 4 days ago · 1 min read

Entertainment

Sammy Kershaw and wife to walk CMA Awards red carpet after backlash

Sammy Kershaw and his wife were denied entry to the CMA Awards red carpet on April 2, 2024, at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, sparking a swift backlash from fellow country artists and fans. The 1990s country...

Rolling Stone · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Science

Léa Bouffaut develops fiber-optic method to monitor whale communication

Léa Bouffaut has created a method for monitoring whale communication using fiber-optic cables on the ocean floor, eliminating the need for traditional underwater microphones. This technique could greatly...

Phys.org · 4 days ago · 1 min read

Technology

Robot vessels take on the dangerous work of mine hunting

Traversing the Strait of Hormuz remains one of the most dangerous trips a vessel can take. Despite assistance from the US Navy, ships are still being attacked . "To transit the Strait of Hormuz you need...

BBC Technology · 4 days ago · 1 min read

Environment

Kenyans brace for El Niño floods, recalling deadly impacts in Nairobi

Kenyans, particularly in Nairobi's slums, fear the impending El Niño will lead to severe flooding, similar to the deadly floods earlier this year that killed over 60 people. Officials are clearing waterways...

BBC World News · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Health

Study finds escitalopram beats agomelatine, duloxetine in preventing depression relapse

A large analysis found that escitalopram is the most effective antidepressant for preventing relapse in recovering depression patients, outperforming others like agomelatine and duloxetine. This research...

BBC Health · 4 days ago · 1 min read

Politics

Moreno tells ex-son-in-law Miller to seek “rehabilitation”

Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno wished his former son-in-law, defeated Rep. Max Miller, “rehabilitation,” a comment widely interpreted as referencing Miller’s history of domestic abuse allegations. This response...

The Hill · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Business

Washington State gains 278 merchants accepting Bitcoin, from coffee to hot tubs.

Washington State now has 278 merchants accepting Bitcoin, ranging from coffee shops to hot tub experiences, highlighting the growing integration of cryptocurrency into everyday transactions. This shift...

Bitcoin Magazine · 4 days ago · 1 min read