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Google appeals ruling on search monopoly
Google filed a notice to appeal a federal judge’s decision that it illegally maintained a monopoly in online search, because apparently the next product launch is called “Phase Two, But in Court.”
YouTube loosens monetization rules for sensitive topics
YouTube is revising monetization guidelines so creators discussing controversial issues in a non-graphic way can still receive full ad revenue, a rare moment where the platform acknowledges nuance exists and does not immediately run screaming from it.
OpenAI considers ads for ChatGPT free tier
ChatGPT’s free tier may soon include advertising, as OpenAI says it plans to show ads to users who do not pay for premium, because nothing says “the future of intelligence” like being interrupted by a cheerful pitch for mattresses.
Trump’s omnipresence one year into second term
One year after his second inauguration, Donald Trump is maintaining a constant presence via expansive assertions of executive power, frequent live TV appearances, and social media amplification. The coverage has taken on a celebrity-sports intensity that is driving some people to limit their news intake, while he spotlights symbolic cultural moves like White House redesign plans and appearances at major sporting events.
Indonesia Air Transport ATR 42-500 disappears, search underway
An Indonesia Air Transport ATR 42-500 carrying 11 people disappeared en route from Yogyakarta to Makassar, with contact lost Saturday shortly after 1pm local time. Rescue teams using helicopters and drones are searching mountainous terrain in Maros Regency with support from the air force, police, and civilian volunteers.
U.S. lawmakers visit Copenhagen to reassure Greenland and Denmark
A bipartisan group of senior U.S. House and Senate members traveled to Copenhagen to reassure Danish and Greenlandic leaders that most Americans oppose Trump’s idea of annexing or buying Greenland, and reject any notion of military action against a NATO ally, which is a low bar, but congratulations to reality for clearing it.
Democrats debate impeachment push against Trump
Democrats are under pressure from activists and some lawmakers to pursue impeachment over alleged offenses in Trump’s first year back in office, but many party leaders are reluctant to commit even if they regain the House, citing midterm strategy, expected Senate math, and fears of voter backlash.
Audio released from 911 call tied to Luigi Mangione arrest
Audio of the 911 call and police radio traffic related to Luigi Mangione’s arrest in Altoona, Pennsylvania was released to Nexstar’s WTAJ News, including a caller saying he resembled the alleged CEO shooter.
Marc Guehi set for Manchester City medical
Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi is scheduled for a medical at Manchester City on Sunday ahead of a reported £20 million transfer.
Google Fast Pair flaw enables stealthy device hijacking
A flaw in Google’s Fast Pair system, blamed on sloppy implementation, leaves hundreds of millions of earbuds, headphones, and speakers open to silent hijacking, letting attackers take control without the owner pressing the pairing button or noticing anything unusual, because “fast” is great until “secure” is optional.
NYC council member condemns ICE detention of church leader
A New York City council member criticized ICE for detaining a church leader, urging the public to oppose the action.
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