BBC Complaints Over Misleading iPhone Feature A recent update on Apple’s iPhone has generated a false headline about a high-profile murder in the US, prompting the broadcaster to take action. The feature, called Apple Intelligence, uses artificial intelligence (AI) to summarise and group together notifications. This week, it falsely made it appear that BBC News … Read more
The Seattle Seahawks suffered a tough loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday night, falling 30-13 and ending their four-game winning streak. In the third quarter, quarterback Geno Smith suffered a severe knee injury that left him unable to continue playing. Coach Mike Macdonald described Smith’s injury as “severe enough for him not to … Read more
US mortgage rates eased for the third week in a row, with the average 30-year rate falling to 6.6%, according to Freddie Mac. This is the lowest level since October 24. The decline in mortgage rates is partly due to firm consumer income growth and a bullish stock market, which have increased homebuyer demand. However, … Read more
A US fintech company called Synapse has collapsed, leaving over 100,000 Americans without access to nearly $90 million of their own money. The company, which provided services to popular banking apps like Yotta and Juno, was found to have inadequate record-keeping practices, leaving customers unable to retrieve their funds. One woman, Kayla Morris, lost an … Read more
Israel has announced it will close its embassy in Dublin, citing the Irish government’s recognition of Palestinian statehood and accusations against Israeli actions in the Gaza Strip as the reason for the move. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar condemned Ireland’s “extreme anti-Israel policies” in a statement. In contrast, Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris rejected Israel’s … Read more
A vulnerability in Cleo’s file sharing products has been exploited by hackers, compromising dozens of organizations, including those in consumer products, shipping, and retail supply industries. The company has urged customers to apply a new patch immediately to address the issue. Cleo Harmony, VLTrader, and LexiCom are affected, with systems still vulnerable even after applying … Read more
Six years after legalizing marijuana in Michigan, dispensaries are closing at an alarming rate. The reason behind this trend is a complex web of regulatory issues and funding constraints. The state’s medical cannabis program has faced numerous challenges since its inception, including inconsistent licensing practices, inadequate funding, and a backlog of unprocessed applications. This has … Read more
A rebel group known as Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, which spearheaded the overthrow of the Assad dynasty in Syria, is now trying to form a national government. The group has roots in the Islamic State and Al Qaeda, but has modified its jihadist orientation since around 2016. Despite this, it has run much of the opposition-held … Read more
A takeover by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky’s EP Group from International Distribution Services has been approved by the Government, with several concessions made to secure approval. The deal includes a 10% dividend share for workers and a “golden share” that ensures government oversight of key changes to Royal Mail’s ownership, location, and tax residency. Mr … Read more
Metallica’s fourth “Helping Hands Concert & Auction” took place on December 13 at YouTube Theater in Los Angeles, benefiting All Within My Hands (AWMH), a non-profit organization founded by the band to support workforce education and local services. The event featured performances by METALLICA, Sammy Hagar, Michael Anthony, Joe Satriani, Kenny Aronoff, and SistaStrings. METALLICA’s … Read more