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China ‘spamouflage’ accounts attempt to stir chaos ahead of US election
As the 2024 presidential election draws nearer, China is stepping up its attempts to influence American voters. A new report found a rise in “spamouflage” on social media. Spamouflage accounts claim to be U.S. voters and soldiers and post about issues like reproductive rights, U.S. support for Ukraine, and America’s policy toward Israel. These accounts criticize… -
Judge issues arrest warrant for Venezuelan opposition leader
A Venezuelan judge has issued an arrest warrant for former presidential candidate Edmundo González. It’s part of a criminal investigation into the results of July’s election, which both the ruling party and its opponents claim to have won. The warrant was issued at the request of authorities, who accused González of various crimes including conspiracy, falsifying documents and usurpation of powers.… -
Pressure builds for cease-fire deal after 6 hostages killed in Gaza
Calls continue to grow for a cease-fire deal after the bodies of six hostages were recovered in Gaza. And thousands of hotel workers are on strike at major hotel chains across the country. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024. Pressure builds for cease-fire deal after 6 hostages killed in Gaza Pressure… -
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… -
Correction: Ukrainian pilot killed as F-16 crashes during Russian missile attack
A Ukrainian F-16 fighter jet crashed on Monday, Aug. 26, while responding to a large-scale Russian missile attack, marking the first crash of the U.S.-made planes. The jet, piloted by Oleksiy Mes, was reportedly on a mission to intercept Russian missiles when contact was lost as it approached its next target. Mes was killed in… -
X shutters San Francisco office amid relocation to Texas
X, the company formerly known as Twitter, will officially close its San Francisco headquarters on Friday, Sept. 13, marking the end of its significant presence in the city. The closure date, which coincides with the superstitious “Friday the 13th,” adds an ironic twist to the company’s history in the Mid-Market neighborhood. Elon Musk, who acquired… -
Harris, Walz give first interview since becoming 2024 candidates
In her first interview since becoming a presidential candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris defended some changes of opinion on controversial matters since she last ran for the presidential nomination in 2019. And former President Donald Trump said if he gets a second term, he’ll make sure all Americans have access to IVF. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown… -
Typical US worker out-earns inflation by $1,400 per year: Treasury report
As rising prices continue to be an issue for many Americans, it looks like things might be getting a little better. In July, the Treasury Department released its report on purchasing power that found the typical American’s income has increased more than prices have since before the COVID-19 pandemic. The Bureau of Labor Statistics looked… -
Supreme Court won’t revive Biden’s student loan debt forgiveness plan
The U.S. Supreme Court dealt a significant setback to the Biden administration’s efforts to provide student debt relief, declining on Wednesday, Aug. 28, to reinstate the SAVE Plan, a key part of the administration’s broader strategy to ease the financial burden on millions of Americans. This decision leaves borrowers in limbo as legal challenges from… -
CrowdStrike offers $60M in credits; Delta reports $500M loss
CrowdStrike has announced that it will offer about $60 million in credits to customers affected by a massive software outage earlier this year, a figure that might significantly underestimate the actual damages incurred. Delta Air Lines alone, one of the most impacted clients, claims it lost around $500 million due to the incident, including revenue… -
Controversy over Trump photos at Arlington National Cemetery
Former President Donald Trump’s running mate has harsh words for Vice President Kamala Harris amid controversy over Trump’s visit to Arlington National Cemetery this week. And Israel’s military has launched a massive incursion into the West Bank as concerns grow over a broadening war. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024. Controversy over Trump… -
US trade officials tried to block formula imports during shortage: Report
When the U.S. grappled with a nationwide baby formula shortage in 2022, the Biden administration looked for solutions, but a new report from ProPublica shows one government agency made the process more difficult. One of the options for easing the shortage was to lift steep tariffs on baby formula imported from other countries. The Biden…
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