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South Korea says North Korea launched more trash-filled balloons
South Korean officials said that they detected suspected trash-filled balloons targeting Seoul launched on Wednesday, Sept. 4, by North Korea. In response, Seoul issued text alerts and warned people to stay inside as a precaution. North Korea has flown thousands of refuse-filled balloons toward South Korea in recent months. The balloons have reportedly been filled… -
Former top aide to Gov. Hochul was undisclosed agent for China: Prosecutors
A former deputy chief of staff to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has been arrested on charges of acting as an undisclosed agent for China. Linda Sun and her husband, Chris Hu, have both been arrested six weeks after FBI agents searched their multimillion-dollar home on Long Island. Prosecutors allege Sun used her influential position… -
Ticketmaster’s ‘dynamic pricing’ outrage attracts UK government scrutiny
The U.K. government is placing increased scrutiny on Ticketmaster amidst an Oasis reunion tour. It launched an investigation after fans were left outraged at the ticket buying experience for the event. Many saw prices surge from about $180 to upwards of $460 due to “dynamic pricing.” Some questioned why the band was warning against buying… -
Researchers identify likely site for Russia’s new nuclear missile
U.S. researchers say they believe they’ve identified the probable deployment site for Russia’s new nuclear missile called “Burevestnik,” 295 miles north of Moscow. The researchers pinpointed the likely deployment site using commercial satellite imagery from Planet Labs. Analysts with the CNA research organization identified nine horizontal launch pads under construction, protected by high berms. The… -
A performer in San Diego has been cited for ‘littering bubbles’
A citation for littering in San Diego is attracting national attention. Two Parks and Recreation rangers say a street performer’s bubbles are littered trash. Sandy Snakenberg, a California Navy veteran who goes by “The Bubble Pirate,” has been creating giant bubbles for kids in the area for years. In a video recorded by the entertainer… -
California passes landmark bill on AI replication of deceased performers
California lawmakers passed legislation requiring consent for AI replication of dead performers. The bill is a significant victory for SAG-AFTRA in its ongoing fight against what it sees as unchecked AI usage in entertainment. As the entertainment industry grapples with the implications of AI technology, the legislation requires consent from the owner of the estate… -
No link between brain cancer and cellphone use, WHO says
For those reading this report on their cellphone, the World Health Organization has good news. According to a new review commissioned by the WHO, there is no link between cellphone use and brain cancer. That goes for people who make long phone calls, spend a lot of time on their phones or have used a… -
At least 13 dead after migrant boat capsizes in English Channel
At least 13 people died after a boat carrying around 70 migrants capsized in the English Channel. Multiple coast guards launched a search-and-rescue operation and are currently searching for possible survivors using air and sea resources. The boat left France and was heading to Britain, according to the French interior minister. The boat experienced difficulty… -
More than 8,000 pounds of cocaine seized in Guyana’s largest drug bust
Authorities in Guyana made their largest ever seizure of cocaine, taking more than 8,000 pounds from the jungle near the border with Venezuela. Officials said the seizure is the biggest drug bust in Guyana’s history. The South American country’s security minister estimated the drugs’ value at around $200 million. Police said traffickers dug holes in the… -
X expects Brazil to shut down platform ‘soon’ as Musk’s fight with judge heats up
Social media platform X may soon shut down in Brazil if the country’s Supreme Court enforces its warning. The potential closure follows a prolonged dispute between X’s owner Elon Musk and Brazil’s Chief Justice Alexandre de Moraes over social media regulations and censorship. X’s Global Government Affairs account stated in a post that it anticipates… -
Ford Motor Company the latest to walk back DEI initiatives
Another major company in the U.S. has announced plans to walk back its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion policies. Ford is joining the likes of Lowes in the rollbacks just this week. Ford CEO Jim Farley made the announcement in an internal memo, which was posted to X by Robby Starbuck. Starbuck has been… -
Sleeping in on weekends could improve your heart health
Does snoozing a little later on the weekend actually help you catch up on sleep you missed earlier in the week? That has been a highly debated question for decades, but now a new study shows that trying to catch up on sleep could help you live longer. Throughout busy weeks many people accrue what… -
Deepfake abuse to generate nude photos of kids on the rise
A newly released report by Thorn, a tech company that works to combat the spread of child sex abuse material, showed deepfake abuse is becoming all too common. This is partially due to the rise of artifical intelligence. Thorn said that is because “undressing” apps are widely available and inexpensive. Individuals can also use other…
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