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Business

Alphabet bats away Musk accusations of election interference

Alphabet insists it did not manually filter Google search results after Elon Musk suggested the engine was favouring the Democratic campaign.

30/07/2024

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Thousands protest across Venezuela over presidential election result

The demonstrations followed an election that was among the most peaceful in recent memory, reflecting hopes that Venezuela could avoid bloodshed and end 25 years of single-party rule.

30/07/2024

Tech News

TikTok hosts pro-Nazi network of accounts, new research finds

TikTok hosts hundreds of pro-Nazi accounts that use the app to promote their ideologies, a new study found.

30/07/2024

Culture news

Prosecutor opposes 'Rust' armorer's request for release

Lawyers for former armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed have argued her case should be reconsidered because prosecutors failed to share evidence that might have been exculpatory. A special prosecutor has opposed the request that she be released from prison.

30/07/2024

Venezuela

Venezuelans clash with police over disputed election result

Following the protests, opposition candidate Edmundo González said he had proof he won the ballot.

30/07/2024

Tech News

How to block AI companies from training their models on your content

A US company created a button for website owners to block AI crawlers. Here's a look at how to block AI from websites and social media.

29/07/2024

Culture news

Princess Leia bikini costume from Star Wars sells for €160,000

The outfit, which included its original hip rings and bracelets, was worn by Fisher’s Princess Leia when she was captured by the slug-like monster Jabba the Hutt.

29/07/2024

Venezuela

Maduro declared winner in Venezuela's presidential election

The sitting president has reportedly secured 51% of the vote, beating the main opposition candidate, Edmundo González by a significant margin.

29/07/2024

Business

Trump's cryptocurrency endorsement: Upcoming challenges for Europe

Bitcoin experienced a further surge following former US President Donald Trump's keynote address in support of cryptocurrencies. This development may reignite concerns about the European Union's regulations over the controversial market.

29/07/2024

Venezuela

Venezuelan election: political shift or six more years of Maduro

Opposition candidate Edmundo González is leading the polls and threatens to end 25 years of Chavismo rule.

28/07/2024

Cuba

Three warships from Russia's Baltic Fleet dock in Cuba

The arrival of the vessels comes just weeks after another squadron of Russian warships, including a powerful nuclear-powered submarine, visited Cuba as part of military exercises in mid-June.

27/07/2024

Tech News

Your posts on X are now training its Grok AI model without you knowing

Several X users noted on Friday that the platform quietly changed its data settings to automatically opt in to training its new AI model.

27/07/2024

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Surf, sail & explore: The 5 best destinations for watersports in Brazil

Partner content presented by Visit Brasil

Served with a healthy dose of sun, sand, sea and festa, Brazil is the perfect remedy for watersports enthusiasts seeking immersion in nature.

27/07/2024

USA

Trump criticises Harris' remarks on Israel-Hamas war

Vice President Kamala Harris said on Thursday that Israel has a right to self-defence, but qualified that with, "how it does so matters".

26/07/2024

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California wildfire tripled in size 'sparked by man with burning car'

Northern California wildfire that tripled in size in one day was started by a man who pushed a burning car into a gully, according to authorities.

26/07/2024

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Venezuela’s presidential candidates wrap up election campaigns

Sunday’s election presents the ruling United Socialist Party with its most challenging electoral test in decades. Following years of boycotting elections, the main opposition parties have united behind a single candidate, González.

26/07/2024

Earth News

In pictures: California wildfire triples in size overnight

Drought conditions and climate change have created a volatile environment which has made wildfires more destructive and harder to control.

26/07/2024

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Protesters rally in Washington during Biden's meeting with Netanyahu

The protesters poured red liquid onto the street, saying it symbolised the blood of those killed in Gaza.

26/07/2024

Space

NASA: No return date yet for Boeing astronauts stranded on ISS

Two test pilots have been stuck on the International Space Station for more than a month longer than planned as tests are carried out on their craft.

26/07/2024

USA

Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for president

Harris has now gathered the public support of more or less the entire Democratic elite, cementing her status as the party's presumptive nominee.

26/07/2024

Culture news

Video game performers begin strike over AI concerns

A new wave of strikes has erupted in Hollywood, this time over the use of artificial intelligence in the video games industry.

26/07/2024

World News

US arrests Sinaloa drug cartel leaders after they turn themselves in

The capos belonging to one of Mexico's most powerful and violent organised crime syndicates surrendered themselves in Texas.

26/07/2024

USA

UN chief calls for action to curb extreme heat

The Secretary-General of the United Nations called for international cooperation to meet climate targets and to better protect billions exposed to the effects of extreme heat.

26/07/2024

USA

It is time to end the war in Gaza, Harris tells Netanyahu

The Democratic presidential contender has held "frank and constructive" talks with the Israeli PM.

26/07/2024

Business

Will finance ministers finally agree a global billionaire tax?

Officials from the twenty biggest global economies are today discussing plans for a levy on the world’s 3,000 richest people.

25/07/2024

Culture news

'Inside Out 2' becomes the highest-grossing animated film of all time

'Inside Out 2' has officially become the highest-grossing animated film of all time. It has overtaken 'Frozen II', which has held the record since 2019.

25/07/2024