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Majority of Americans worried over social media censorship ahead of election
A majority of Americans are worried that social media companies are censoring content related to the 2024 election, according to a new poll. The Center Square Voter’s Voice survey found that 61% of likely voters are concerned about censorship on platforms like Facebook and Google as Election Day approaches. The poll, which surveyed 2,290 likely… -
US expanding NATO airbase to host nuclear-capable fighter jets
The United States is expanding Hungary’s Kecskemét Air Base to host nuclear-capable fighter jets. The expansion will enhance NATO’s ability to quickly respond to regional threats, particularly as the conflict in Ukraine continues. The U.S. Department of Defense is investing in infrastructure upgrades at the air base, allowing it to accommodate advanced fighter jets such… -
Americans’ trust in media, US government reaches all-time low
Americans’ trust in the media and Congress has hit a historic low, according to a new Gallup poll, while confidence in local government remains significantly higher. The poll highlights a deep partisan divide, with Republicans expressing particularly low confidence in the media. According to the survey, only 31% of Americans trust mass media to report… -
The Wayback Machine returns in limited capacity after recent attacks
The Internet Archive is back online in a limited capacity after a massive cyber attack disrupted its services earlier this month. The site, known for its Wayback Machine, remains vulnerable, and full functionality has not yet been restored. The Wayback Machine, which preserves billions of web pages, is now operating in read-only mode. Users can… -
Canada, India each expel diplomats as tensions rise over 2023 murder
Canada and India have both expelled diplomats as tensions rise over accusations that Indian officials orchestrated violence against Sikh separatists in Canada. The fallout follows an investigation into the 2023 murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, which Canadian authorities allege was part of a broader campaign by Indian agents targeting dissidents. The Canadian government… -
Private prison operator under investigation after $4M in settlements
CoreCivic, the largest private prison operator in the U.S., is under federal investigation following years of allegations of inmate mistreatment in its Tennessee facilities. The company has spent $4.4 million since 2016 to settle nearly 80 lawsuits, involving claims ranging from violent beatings to medical neglect resulting in more than 20 deaths. CoreCivic’s Trousdale Turner… -
Carmakers locking basic features behind paid subscription services
Car manufacturers are facing mounting criticism for locking hardware features behind paywalls, prompting some to reconsider the controversial practice. Brands like BMW and Tesla have received backlash from consumers over charging extra fees for features such as heated seats or extended battery range, despite these features being built into the vehicle. Initially introduced as a… -
Outnumbered: West struggles to combat expanding Chinese spy network
Western intelligence agencies are raising alarms about the scale of Chinese espionage, calling it larger than anything they’ve encountered before. From cyberattacks on critical infrastructure to physical espionage, China is increasingly seen as a growing threat to global security. According to The Wall Street Journal, the FBI recently reported a Chinese state-linked hack of 260,000… -
Steam gets ahead of new CA law, informs users they don’t own their games
Steam is informing its users that they don’t fully own the games they purchase, as a new California law on digital content ownership looms. The law, taking effect next year, aims to bring transparency to digital marketplaces by clarifying that users are buying licenses, not permanent ownership of games on such platforms. Steam, the largest… -
Walz walks back call to abolish Electoral College, lines up with Harris campaign
Minnesota Gov. and vice presidential nominee Tim Walz, D, walked back his recent comments in support of abolishing the Electoral College. In a recent interview with ABC News, Walz clarified that his position is in line with Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign, which does not support replacing the Electoral College with a national popular vote… -
Hackers breach Internet Archive, exposing 31 million users’ data
Hackers breached the Internet Archive, exposing data from over 31 million users in what is being described as a politically motivated attack. The group claiming responsibility cited U.S. support for Israel as the motive behind the cyberattack, which began with a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack and escalated to data theft. The Internet Archive, best known… -
FCC chair responds to Trump’s call for CBS to lose license over Harris interview
Former President Donald Trump accused CBS of altering a “60 Minutes” interview with Vice President Kamala Harris to make her appear more presidential. Trump also demanded the network lose its broadcast license. Posting on Truth Social and X, Trump called the incident “the greatest fraud in broadcast history,” sparking widespread debate and further straining his… -
Chinese authorities detain Taiwanese iPhone factory workers
Chinese authorities have detained four Taiwanese workers at Foxconn’s massive iPhone assembly plant in Zhengzhou, commonly known as “iPhone City.” This plant is one of Apple’s largest manufacturing hubs, employing hundreds of thousands of workers. The detentions come amid an ongoing crackdown by Beijing on foreign companies, raising concerns about the stability and security of…