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What is CrowdStrike? How a software glitch disrupted a tech-dependent world
In what cybersecurity experts are calling “the largest IT outage in history,” a software update glitch at CrowdStrike, a prominent cybersecurity firm, triggered widespread chaos across the globe on Friday, July 19. The incident resulted in critical systems going offline at airports, banks, hospitals and businesses worldwide. The outage affected services like credit card payments,… -
Bacteria found in tattoo and permanent makeup inks: FDA
Thinking of getting a new tattoo or permanent makeup? It has long been the advice of medical experts to make sure the environment where a person gets new ink is clean. However, a new study from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration found that cleanliness might not matter when it comes to avoiding bacteria. FDA… -
Major tech outage for Microsoft users affects airlines, businesses around the world
A major tech outage has disrupted air travel and businesses all over the world. Global cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike said an update has affected companies using Microsoft Windows. “This is not a security incident or cyberattack,” CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said. “The issue has been identified, isolated and a fix has been deployed.” American, Delta and United are among the airlines that grounded… -
Netflix getting rid of lowest-priced ad-free plan
Netflix is phasing out its cheapest ad-free subscription plan. The company quit offering what was known as the “basic plan” for new subscribers last July, but allowed customers who already had it to remain on the tier as long as they didn’t cancel or change plans. Now, they’ll have to choose a new plan. Netflix’s cheapest plan will now be the $6.99 monthly subscription… -
Trump accepts GOP’s nomination, recounts assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump recalled the assassination attempt on his life while accepting the Republican presidential nomination. And a major tech outage is causing problems for airlines and businesses around the world. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, July 19, 2024. Trump accepts GOP’s nomination, recounts assassination attempt The Republican National Convention (RNC) wrapped… -
Women’s risk of death higher depending on their state: Study
According to a new study, where in the U.S. women live could be a matter of life or death. In its first ever state-by-state analysis of women’s health, the Commonwealth Fund found women are facing a growing number of threats to their overall health and well-being. The Commonwealth Fund is a private nonprofit that supports independent… -
DNC delays virtual roll call vote to nominate Biden until August
As the Republican National Convention unfolds, Democrats are gearing up for their own event, slated to take place beginning Aug 19. This year’s Democratic National Convention faces unique circumstances as President Joe Biden could secure the nomination before the event begins, though the nomination will now come later than previously thought. Biden could clinch the… -
Reports: Pelosi, Schumer express concerns Biden can’t win 2024 election
Support for President Joe Biden within his own party seems to be waning even more as he battles a case of COVID-19. New reports say former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told the president in a recent conversation that polling shows he can’t win over Trump, and he could ruin Democrats’ chances of winning other races if he stays… -
Secret Service director agrees to testify before Congress
Calls from top Republican leaders in Congress are growing for the director of the Secret Service to step down following the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania. Kimberly Cheatle has agreed to a subpoena issued by House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer on Wednesday, July 17, demanding she testify publicly,… -
JD Vance accepts GOP’s nomination for vice president
Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, will address the Republican National Convention (RNC), formally accepting the party’s nomination for vice president. And the Secret Service director is confronted at the convention, as lawmakers seek answers following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, July 18, 2024. JD… -
New CA child gender identity law sparks backlash and legal battles
The debate over child transgender-affirming care is back in the national spotlight after California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new law Monday, July 15. California Assembly Bill 1955 prohibits requiring public school employees and contractors from disclosing a student’s gender identity or sexual orientation to their parents or guardians. The law stirred up widespread backlash… -
New homes could eliminate hallways, other formerly standard features
As home sizes continue to shrink, one age-old and seemingly necessary feature is disappearing: hallways. A July report from John Burns Research and Consulting examines how the architecture of new houses is shifting. The report found buyers can expect homes to get smaller, with more compact layouts, meaning architects must figure out how to do… -
Reports: Secret Service ramped up Trump security weeks ago over Iranian plot
Secret Service security was reportedly already ramped up around former President Donald Trump weeks before the Saturday, July 13 assassination attempt, after U.S. intelligence officials say they found evidence of an Iranian plot to kill him. According to multiple reports, the agency increased resources and assets for Trump’s protection in June. So far, intelligence officials have found no ties between the shooting and the Iranian…
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