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Thursday, October 31, 2019
Inside the dystopian nightmare of an internet shutdown
Inside the dystopian nightmare of an internet shutdown
Government internet shutdowns around the world are insidious, isolating and on the rise.
On a lighter note:
Government internet shutdowns around the world are insidious, isolating and on the rise.
Fiat Chrysler and PSA, Maker of Peugeot, to Merge
Fiat Chrysler and PSA, Maker of Peugeot, to Merge: The two car companies announced a deal as the automotive industry faces increasing challenges.
Opinions section flooded about Facebook
Aaron Sorkin: An Open Letter to Mark Zuckerberg: Facebook isn’t defending free speech, it’s assaulting truth.
Your Move, Facebook: Twitter will no longer allow political advertising, a move that places Twitter and Jack Dorsey in stark contrast to Facebook and Mark Zuckerberg.
Trump, Zuckerberg & Pals Are Breaking America: Not in the Cold War, not during Vietnam, not during Watergate did I ever fear more for my country.
Your Move, Facebook: Twitter will no longer allow political advertising, a move that places Twitter and Jack Dorsey in stark contrast to Facebook and Mark Zuckerberg.
Trump, Zuckerberg & Pals Are Breaking America: Not in the Cold War, not during Vietnam, not during Watergate did I ever fear more for my country.
Twitter Will Ban All Political Ads, C.E.O. Jack Dorsey Says
Twitter Will Ban All Political Ads, C.E.O. Jack Dorsey Says
The action by Twitter is a stark contrast to how Facebook handles political advertising.
The action by Twitter is a stark contrast to how Facebook handles political advertising.
Wednesday, October 30, 2019
‘A New Message’: Russia Trains Its Propaganda Machine on Africa
‘A New Message’: Russia Trains Its Propaganda Machine on Africa (Thanks to Colin for this one)
“The Russians have their own way of thinking different from the Western patterns,” Mr. Matemulane said. “I used to tell people: Russians are nothing else than white Africans, white blacks.”
“The Russians have their own way of thinking different from the Western patterns,” Mr. Matemulane said. “I used to tell people: Russians are nothing else than white Africans, white blacks.”
How the New Syria Took Shape
How the New Syria Took Shape
Russia, Turkey and Bashar al-Assad carved up northern Syria as the Americans retreated.
Russia, Turkey and Bashar al-Assad carved up northern Syria as the Americans retreated.
The American Road Trip: Youth
The American Road Trip: Youth (Thanks to Olivia for this one)
This summer, four photographers and four writers drove around the United States. Each pair was guided by a unique theme — patriotism, tradition, community, youth — and a unifying question: What does America look like now?
This summer, four photographers and four writers drove around the United States. Each pair was guided by a unique theme — patriotism, tradition, community, youth — and a unifying question: What does America look like now?
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
They're here! AirPods Pro may solve a major wireless earbuds design flaw
With AirPods Pro, Apple may have solved a major wireless earbuds design flaw
The newly designed, noise-cancelling AirPods will be available in stores on Oct. 30 and cost $249. They might also stay in your ears now.
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But what about Powerbeats Pro
The newly designed, noise-cancelling AirPods will be available in stores on Oct. 30 and cost $249. They might also stay in your ears now.
White House Ukraine Expert Sought to Correct Transcript of Trump Call
White House Ukraine Expert Sought to Correct Transcript of Trump Call
Lt. Col. Alexander S. Vindman, who heard President Trump’s July phone call with Ukraine’s president and was alarmed, testified that he tried and failed to add key details to the rough transcript.
Lt. Col. Alexander S. Vindman, who heard President Trump’s July phone call with Ukraine’s president and was alarmed, testified that he tried and failed to add key details to the rough transcript.
Britain to Hold Election in December, Opening New Phase in Brexit Odyssey
Britain to Hold Election in December, Opening New Phase in Brexit Odyssey
The vote throws back to the British people the bedeviling issue of how, or even if, their country should leave the European Union.
The vote throws back to the British people the bedeviling issue of how, or even if, their country should leave the European Union.
The internet is now 50 years old. The first online message? It was a typo
The internet is now 50 years old. The first online message? It was a typo
50 years ago today, the internet was born in Room 3420
Here’s the story of the creation of ARPANET, the groundbreaking precursor to the internet—as told by the people who were there.
50 years ago today, the internet was born in Room 3420
Here’s the story of the creation of ARPANET, the groundbreaking precursor to the internet—as told by the people who were there.
Monday, October 28, 2019
Microsoft Says Russians Hacked Antidoping Agency Computers
Microsoft Says Russians Hacked Antidoping Agency Computers
The Russians were supposed to turn over their own computer data to avoid further penalties. Then they went on the offensive.
The Russians were supposed to turn over their own computer data to avoid further penalties. Then they went on the offensive.
Before Deadly Crashes, Boeing Pushed for Law That Undercut Oversight
Before Deadly Crashes, Boeing Pushed for Law That Undercut Oversight
The government has been handing over more responsibility to manufacturers for years. The new law makes it even harder for regulators to review Boeing’s work.
The government has been handing over more responsibility to manufacturers for years. The new law makes it even harder for regulators to review Boeing’s work.
Sunday, October 27, 2019
C.I.A. Got Tip on al-Baghdadi’s Location From Arrest of a Wife and a Courier
C.I.A. Got Tip on al-Baghdadi’s Location From Arrest of a Wife and a Courier:
President Trump’s abrupt decision to pull forces from northern Syria disrupted planning for the raid and forced the Pentagon to press ahead with a risky night operation, military officials said.
President Trump’s abrupt decision to pull forces from northern Syria disrupted planning for the raid and forced the Pentagon to press ahead with a risky night operation, military officials said.
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| The site of the raid in Northwestern Syria |
ISIS Leader al-Baghdadi Is Dead, Trump Says
ISIS Leader al-Baghdadi Is Dead, Trump Says:
President Trump said in a nationally televised address that American forces targeted Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the head of the Islamic State, in an operation in Syria this weekend.
President Trump said in a nationally televised address that American forces targeted Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the head of the Islamic State, in an operation in Syria this weekend.
Friday, October 25, 2019
California Fires Updates: 50,000 Forced to Evacuate
California Fires Updates: 50,000 Forced to Evacuate
Strong wind gusts fanned the flames of a wildfire in northern Los Angeles County on Thursday, forcing the evacuation of at least 50,000 people, the authorities said.
Strong wind gusts fanned the flames of a wildfire in northern Los Angeles County on Thursday, forcing the evacuation of at least 50,000 people, the authorities said.
Thursday, October 24, 2019
Justice Dept. Is Said to Open Criminal Inquiry Into Its Own Russia Investigation
Justice Dept. Is Said to Open Criminal Inquiry Into Its Own Russia Investigation
The move is likely to open the attorney general to accusations that he is trying to deliver a political victory for President Trump.
Does this make sense in light of everything else the government has concluded?
G.O.P.-Led Senate Panel Affirms Russia Attacked Election, and Urges Action
READ: Senate Intelligence Report On Russian Interference In The 2016 Election
Russian Active Measures (Senate Intelligence Report)
Full Mueller Report (DOJ)
The Mueller Report (Washington Post, full report, highlights, annotations)
Excerpts and Analysis From the Mueller Report
7 Key things to know about the Mueller Report
The move is likely to open the attorney general to accusations that he is trying to deliver a political victory for President Trump.
Does this make sense in light of everything else the government has concluded?
G.O.P.-Led Senate Panel Affirms Russia Attacked Election, and Urges Action
READ: Senate Intelligence Report On Russian Interference In The 2016 Election
Russian Active Measures (Senate Intelligence Report)
Full Mueller Report (DOJ)
The Mueller Report (Washington Post, full report, highlights, annotations)
Excerpts and Analysis From the Mueller Report
7 Key things to know about the Mueller Report
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Google CEO Sundar Pichai on achieving quantum supremacy
Google CEO Sundar Pichai on achieving quantum supremacy
In an exclusive interview with MIT Technology Review, Pichai explains why quantum computing could be as important for Google as AI.
In an exclusive interview with MIT Technology Review, Pichai explains why quantum computing could be as important for Google as AI.
Can You Really Be Addicted to Video Games?
Can You Really Be Addicted to Video Games?
The latest research suggests it’s not far-fetched at all — especially when you consider all the societal and cultural factors that make today’s games so attractive.
The latest research suggests it’s not far-fetched at all — especially when you consider all the societal and cultural factors that make today’s games so attractive.
Trump Claims Credit for a Syria Cease-Fire and Says U.S. Role in Region Is Over
Trump Claims Credit for a Syria Cease-Fire and Says U.S. Role in Region Is Over
“Let someone else fight over this long bloodstained sand,” the president said of the fighting between American-allied Kurds and Turks.
News Analysis
In ‘Cave-In,’ Trump Cease-Fire Cements Turkey’s Gains in Syria
The agreement, announced by Vice President Mike Pence, may stop the killing in the Kurdish enclave in northern Syria. But the cost to American influence is expected to be high.
“Let someone else fight over this long bloodstained sand,” the president said of the fighting between American-allied Kurds and Turks.
News Analysis
In ‘Cave-In,’ Trump Cease-Fire Cements Turkey’s Gains in Syria
The agreement, announced by Vice President Mike Pence, may stop the killing in the Kurdish enclave in northern Syria. But the cost to American influence is expected to be high.
If Trump Shoots Someone on 5th Ave., Does He Have Immunity? His Lawyer Says Yes
Trump's lawyers argue he can't be charged while in office — even if he shoots someone
"That's your position?" federal appeals court Judge Denny Chin asked. "That is correct," the president's lawyer responded.
If Trump Shoots Someone on 5th Ave., Does He Have Immunity? His Lawyer Says Yes
During an appeals court hearing, the judges expressed skepticism about the president’s bid to block a subpoena for his tax returns.
"That's your position?" federal appeals court Judge Denny Chin asked. "That is correct," the president's lawyer responded.
If Trump Shoots Someone on 5th Ave., Does He Have Immunity? His Lawyer Says Yes
During an appeals court hearing, the judges expressed skepticism about the president’s bid to block a subpoena for his tax returns.
Republicans Grind Impeachment Inquiry to Halt as Picture Darkens for Trump
Republicans Grind Impeachment Inquiry to Halt as Picture Darkens for Trump
House Republicans staged a protest in the secure suite on Capitol Hill where the impeachment inquiry is proceeding, derailing a deposition as they complained the process was unfair.
U.S. judge says he will order State Dept. to begin releasing Ukraine records in 30 days
The Trump Impeachment Inquiry: What Happened Today
House Republicans staged a protest in the secure suite on Capitol Hill where the impeachment inquiry is proceeding, derailing a deposition as they complained the process was unfair.
U.S. judge says he will order State Dept. to begin releasing Ukraine records in 30 days
The Trump Impeachment Inquiry: What Happened Today
Kim Jong-un Orders ‘Shabby’ South Korean Hotels in Resort Town Destroyed
Kim Jong-un Orders ‘Shabby’ South Korean Hotels in Resort Town Destroyed
The North Korean leader has been pushing the South to restart a joint tourism project that once made money for his regime. (Thanks to Colin for this one)
The North Korean leader has been pushing the South to restart a joint tourism project that once made money for his regime. (Thanks to Colin for this one)
Hong Kong Frees Murder Suspect Whose Case Led to Protests
Hong Kong Frees Murder Suspect Whose Case Led to Protests
The extradition bill that ignited Hong Kong’s protests was meant to address the case of Chan Tong-kai, who is wanted in Taiwan. Here’s why he’s been released.
Beijing reportedly developing plan to replace Hong Kong’s leader by March
The extradition bill that ignited Hong Kong’s protests was meant to address the case of Chan Tong-kai, who is wanted in Taiwan. Here’s why he’s been released.
Beijing reportedly developing plan to replace Hong Kong’s leader by March
Turkey Halts Syrian Incursion, Hours After Deal with Russia
Turkey Halts Syrian Incursion, Hours After Deal with Russia
The Turkish military said it would advance no further into Syria, after reaching an agreement with Russia on forcing Kurdish fighters from the border region.
The Turkish military said it would advance no further into Syria, after reaching an agreement with Russia on forcing Kurdish fighters from the border region.
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Ukraine Envoy Testifies Trump Linked Military Aid to Investigations
Ukraine Envoy Testifies Trump Linked Military Aid to Investigations
In closed-door testimony, William B. Taylor Jr., implicated President Trump personally in an effort to withhold security aid until Ukraine’s leader agreed to publicly announce investigations of his rivals.
Read the Ukraine Envoy’s Statement to Impeachment Inquiry
In closed-door testimony, William B. Taylor Jr., implicated President Trump personally in an effort to withhold security aid until Ukraine’s leader agreed to publicly announce investigations of his rivals.
Read the Ukraine Envoy’s Statement to Impeachment Inquiry
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