CBS News shuts down radio service after nearly 100 years
In a memo to staff, editor-in-chief Barri Weiss and president Tom Cibrowski say the decision is “necessary” but “not an easy one”.source
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She spent 16 hours on Instagram in a day. It's up to a jury to decide if Meta is to blame
So potentially fraught is the outcome that Mark Zuckerberg, the billionaire co-founder and chief executive of Meta, which owns Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, appeared in person to defend his platforms. It was the first time he had ever given such testimony before a court, despite his company being sued hundreds of times in the past. […]
Explore MoreBachelorette's new season pulled after Taylor Frankie Paul abuse allegations
The decision comes after footage emerged appearing to show the reality star in an altercation with her ex-partner.source
Explore MoreCalifornia leaders react to Cesar Chavez abuse allegations
US civil rights leader Cesar Chavez, who was known for advocating for the rights of farm workers, has been accused of sexual abuse. Dolores Huerta said in the 1960s, Chavez, who co-founded the United Farm Workers union (UFW) with her, once “manipulated and pressured” her into having sex, and on another occasion forced her. It […]
Explore MoreJoseph Duggar of 19 Kids and Counting accused of molesting child
Duggar is accused of abusing a nine-year-old during a vacation in Panama City Beach, Florida.source
Explore MoreUS considers lifting sanctions on some Iranian oil
“To put it mildly, this is bananas,” said David Tannenbaum, director of Blackstone Compliance Services, a consultancy specialising in maritime sanctions. “Essentially we’re allowing Iran to sell oil, which could then be used to fund the war effort.” source
Explore MoreVenezuelans in Miami and Caracas celebrate historic WBC victory over USA
Venezuelans around the world are celebrating a historic baseball victory after Venezuela captured its first-ever World Baseball Classic title. The team defeated the United States 3–2, with Eugenio Suárez breaking the tie in the top of the ninth inning. The win comes at a time of political turmoil for the country following the US government’s […]
Explore MoreUS holds interest rates as Iran war triggers inflation fears
The US central bank is moving cautiously, despite pressure from the president to cut interest rates.source
Explore MoreWatch: Sean Penn receives 'Oscar' in Ukraine after skipping US ceremony
US actor Sean Penn has been gifted an Oscar-shaped award made from war-damaged rail metal by Ukraine, after he skipped Sunday’s ceremony to visit the war-torn country. Penn, 65, won his third Academy Award for his supporting actor role in political thriller One Battle Another but was absent from the ceremony. In a video posted […]
Explore MoreParades, rivers and the White House fountain: US celebrates St Patrick's Day
St Patrick’s Day brought bagpipes, drums, and plenty of Irish pride to the streets of American cities like Boston and New York City. Meanwhile, over the weekend the Chicago River was dyed a bright emerald green, a tradition that begun in 1962. Organised by local plumbers, the eco-friendly, secret-formula powder turned the water green for […]
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