MN Voters Cast Ballots in Dozens of Local Races on Tuesday

Voters across Minnesota will cast their ballots in dozens of local races on Tuesday. Although this election may not have the same attention as a presidential contest, its outcomes can significantly impact local issues such as growth, school funding, and legislative balance. To vote, find your polling place using the Secretary of State’s website or … Read more

Simplify YouTube Learning with AI-Powered Tool TLDW

Watching long YouTube videos can be overwhelming for learning purposes. I recently discovered an open-source tool called Too Long Didn’t Watch (TLDW) that helps me learn from these videos without sacrificing the creator’s tone and delivery. Unlike traditional AI tools like NotebookLM, which provide a summary of entire videos, TLDW uses highlight reels to focus … Read more

Rogue Cyber Ransomware Negotiators Indicted for Extortion Schemes

A pair of rogue cyber ransomware negotiators, Kevin Tyler Martin and Ryan Clifford Goldberg, were indicted on charges of conspiracy to interfere with interstate commerce by extortion. The two men allegedly extorted millions of dollars from multiple companies in a scheme that began in May 2023. According to the indictment, Martin and his accomplices used … Read more

Pasta Meal Recall Spreads Listeria Outbreak Nationwide

A multistate outbreak of listeria has affected 27 people across 18 states, resulting in seven deaths and six reported cases of severe illness. The FDA is investigating a recalled supply from Nate’s Fine Foods, which supplied ready-to-eat pasta salads to major grocery chains like Trader Joe’s, Sprouts Farmers Market, Kroger, and Walmart. Listeria poses a … Read more

Bitcoin Struggles in Worst October Since 2018

Bitcoin’s performance has been weak this October, mirroring a challenging trend seen in 2018 when it was at its lowest point during that year. Despite some brief recoveries earlier in the day, the market remains cautious as digital assets continue to face uncertainty and volatility. Source: https://www.barrons.com/articles/bitcoin-crypto-price-ether-128af027

Meta Updates Facebook Groups Privacy Settings

Meta has made an update to its Facebook Groups feature, allowing admins to convert their private groups to public without sacrificing existing members’ privacy. This change will enable groups to expand their reach and be easily found by a broader audience. When making the switch, all past content remains private, and member lists are protected … Read more

US Indicts 3 Former Cybersecurity Employees for Ransomware Attacks

Three former employees, Kevin Tyler Martin and Ryan Clifford Goldberg, have been indicted for allegedly hacking into the networks of five U.S. companies in BlackCat ransomware attacks between May 2023 and November 2023. The defendants face up to 20 years in prison if convicted. Martin, a 28-year-old from Texas, was working as a ransomware threat … Read more

Israel’s Former Top Lawyer Detained on Abuse Allegations

Israel’s former top lawyer, Maj. Gen. Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, has been detained by authorities after allegedly leaking footage showing Israeli soldiers sexually assaulting a detainee from the Gaza Strip at a detention center. The alleged abuse took place at a facility notorious for its human rights abuses against Palestinian detainees. Tomer-Yerushalmi’s actions have sparked praise for … Read more