Trump Family Members 'Fair Game', Could Face Depositions in BBC Lawsuit
Trump relatives could face depositions in BBC lawsuit even if he shields business records, legal experts tell Newsweek.
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California is cracking down on influencers who don’t disclose they were paid to post about politics — and could levy a $5,000 fine per violation
“A lot of us are very small creators. So if we were to get penalized and we have to get lawyers, stuff like that, it’s going to be very difficult for us.”
Influencer killings mount in Mexico as rival cartel factions wage a bloody fight
Mexican influencer César Gastélum was live-streaming outside a fast-food restaurant when two men on motorbike stopped next him, pulled out a gun and shot him in the head.
OpenAI flags possible critical cybersecurity risk in upcoming model Astra, tightens controls
OpenAI said on Friday it cannot rule out that its upcoming AI model, Astra, has “critical” cybersecurity capabilities, prompting the startup to pause some internal development and trigger safety…
Oath-taking Video: APC’s Desperate Attempt To Smear Adeleke Will Not Save Him From Defeat, Says Imole Campaign Council
Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo The Imole Campaign Council has described as laughable and defeatist the attempt by the Osun State All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Campaign Council to link…
Here’s when Pikitup expects Johannesburg’s refuse collection backlog to be cleared
Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department have been assisting with security to ensure the collection of refuse.
How winter canola could profit Illinois farmers, improve sustainability
A new simulation study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign suggests winter canola could be profitable and environmentally beneficial if added to a conventional corn-soy rotation in the U.S. Midwest.
Climate and transport: Low water: Greens and Left criticize federal government
How are politicians and the Federal Government reacting to the extreme low water levels? There is considerable criticism from the Greens and the Left, with some calling for lorries to be allowed more…
Troops Nab Suspected Terrorists’ Logistics Supplier, Defuse IED in Zamfara
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have intercepted a suspected terrorist logistics supplier with N5.302 million in cash and defused an Improvised Explosive Device…
Trade plans: Serbia and Ukraine plan free trade agreement by the end of the year
Serbia and Ukraine aim to conclude a free trade agreement. In addition, joint projects are planned in energy, infrastructure and food security.
Benue ADC Guber Candidate Confident Atiku Will Win 2027 Presidential Election
George Okoh in Makurdi The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Benue State, Herman Hembe, has declared that the ADC’s presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, will…
GOP senators look to pass Trump’s voting bill as part of a budget package that funds the Iran war and Pentagon after recess
While the Senate wrapped up many key priorities in overnight votes, advancing Trump's SAVE America Act was not among them.
First day of checks on travelers from Italy: police ask for documentation from only 5% or 10% of passengers
Registrations have started at Barajas and El Prat and have been extended during the morning to those at Málaga, Seville, Bilbao, Alicante and Valencia.
Iran says deal with Oman on control of strait is close
Iran has said that a deal with Oman on control of the Strait of Hormuz was close but would not be enough to free up the waterway, while the United Arab Emirates said Iran had hit another ship there.
EU channels a further €30 million into Ukraine’s Energy Support Fund, raising its total contribution to €279 million
The top-up follows recent transfers from Luxembourg and Denmark, the latter adding more than €10 million to the same mechanism.
Unknown projectile hits vessel near Oman, UKMTO says
Unknown projectile hits vessel near Oman, UKMTO says A vessel was struck by an unknown projectile about 33km off the coast of Khasab, Oman, the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) centre said, citing…
‘Playing around with your favourite artist’s song is an ultimate expression of fandom’: Spotify is taking another step into participatory music tools with its upcoming AI remix feature — but it signals red flags for industry professionals
Spotify's agreement with Merlin brings it one step closer to launching its AI-powered remix tool, but where do industry professionals stand on it?
Madonna Remembers Producer William Orbit as “Singular” in Heartfelt Tribute
The two worked together on her Grammy-winning 1998 album Ray of Light. Madonna Remembers Producer William Orbit as “Singular” in Heartfelt Tribute Travis Bland
The Legend of Zelda Movie cast: all confirmed roles and actors
Who's playing who in Sony's The Legend of Zelda movie? Here's everyone confirmed so far in the cast, including Link, Zelda, and Ganondorf.
How Weak Jobs Report Could Offer Unexpected Mortgage Boost For Thousands
A weak jobs report could make widely expected Fed’s rate hikes less likely, to the benefit of would-be buyers—but at a cost.
2027: Kogi East APC Stakeholders Back Tinubu, Ododo, Demand Power Rotation
• Say East will no longer be appendage to any political bloc Sunday Aborisade in Abuja Ahead of the 2027 general election, critical stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC)
Sullivan attends West Ham game despite advice not to
Former West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan attends their Carabao Cup match against Portsmouth despite being advised he should stay away.
Senate confirms Todd Blanche as attorney general by narrowest of margins in the middle of the night
The Republican-led Senate voted 50-49 to make Blanche the second confirmed attorney general since Trump returned to the White House.
Iranian news agency releases rare video of Supreme Leader Mojtaba
On Feb. 28, the United States and Israel launched joint attacks on Tehran and other Iranian cities, killing Iran's then Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, senior military commanders and civilians.
College sports bill doesn’t get vote, but does get spot on the Senate’s September calendar
The Protect College Sports Act failed to reach a vote during an all-night, pre-recess session in the Senate that…
Study tests home breastfeeding support for malnourished infants
The KEMRI-Wellcome Trust researchers are conducting the IBAMI-2 study to determine whether structured support at home can help mothers maintain exclusive breastfeeding and improve outcomes among…
Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the three I’d consider watching this weekend (August 8-9)
The trending Netflix movies worth watching this weekend.
Iran says Strait of Hormuz will reopen only if US accepts Tehran’s conditions
The comments add uncertainty to diplomatic efforts aimed at restoring commercial shipping through the strategically vital waterway.
How Trump’s Priorities May Impact The Midterms
Panelists joined to discuss the president’s continued interest in renovating landmarks in the nation’s capital.
Here’s why Apple is skipping its M6 Pro and M6 Max chips to accelerate M7 launch
According to reports from Bloomberg , Apple will be skipping its M6 Pro, M6 Max, and M6 Ultra chips to accelerate development of the M7 chip.
New York authorities warn about gold bar scam targeting seniors
State’s attorney general says scammers have made off with more than $100m in past two years Scammers in New York have been using gold bars to steal money from victims, primarily seniors, and made off…
ADHD diagnoses and prescriptions have increased globally across all age groups, our review shows
Diagnoses of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have increased in many countries across all age groups, according to our latest review.
Trump’s UK grant push for ‘public education’ courses: Why US embassy’s $500,000 scheme is raising concerns
The funding announcement, which uses terminology embraced by the pro-Trump Maga movement, says the programmes should seek to encourage a ‘national conversation’ on the 'shared civilizational values'…
Ash from Sicily's Mount Etna suspends arrivals at airport
Mount Etna, one of the world's most active volcanoes, shot out smoke and ash in a new eruption, forcing the suspension of arrivals at a nearby airport on Sicily.
Interview: Protests against Artificial Intelligence: "There is no method to know: 'That is safe'"
In the US, fear of artificial intelligence is growing. The protest movement PauseAI US warns of existential risks. Founder Holly Elmore is calling for a halt to development.
Flipkart Minutes Enters Premium Grocery Segment With Pykd
Walmart-owned Flipkart’s quick commerce arm Flipkart Minutes is entering the premium grocery and specialty food products segment under its private…
Judge Blasts Lawyers in Trump Admin lawsuit: ‘Better Suited for Cable News’
Judge ruled against SPLC's bid to dismiss its criminal case, finding insufficient evidence of politically motivated prosecution
Yemen's army and Houthis exchange attacks, raising fears of large-scale conflict
Yemen ’s army has attacked the Houthis on several fronts in response to attacks by the Iran-backed rebels on Marib city, raising fears of a return to large-scale conflict across the country.
Another Googlebook just surfaced online, and this one is from Asus
Asus is the latest major PC maker to have a Googlebook surface online, joining previously spotted models from Lenovo and Dell ahead of IFA.
I’m done charging things that never leave my desk
Wireless peripherals have become incredibly good, but I’m questioning why devices that never leave my desk still need batteries, pairing modes and charging routines.
JI postpones Sunday sit-ins, sets Aug 16 for nationwide protests
Postpones Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar and Quetta sit-ins by a week, citing Independence Day celebrations
IAF officer ‘honey-trapped’ by Pakistani agent; arrested for sharing secret defence information
The IAF officer is also accused of installing data-stealing software on a colleague's mobile phone in an alleged attempt to gain control of the device
New fuel cell breakthrough could help power energy-hungry data centers
A new nanostructured carbon design lets fuel-cell catalysts use tiny amounts of platinum while remaining remarkably stable and efficient.
Zelenskyy Calls for More Funding for Ukraine’s Defense Industry and Tougher Sanctions Against Russia
Ukraine’s defense industry has the capacity to significantly increase production, but this requires additional funding, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on August 8 during a joint press conference…
Over 1,000 Athletes Set for Fourth Betika Uasin Gishu Half Marathon in Eldoret
More than 1,000 athletes are expected to take part in the fourth edition of Betika Uasin Gishu Half Marathon scheduled Sunday August 9th in Eldoret.
Gen Z wants to socialize in places other than the bar. Here are the top 20 global cities for Gen Z.
A survey shows that Gen Z likes nightlife, but values third spaces and other types of socializing just as much. Here are the best cities for Gen Z around the world.
Save $160 off AMD's ultimate gaming CPU combo, includes motherboard and chip cooler — $458 combo features Ryzen 7 9800X3D, B850 motherboard, and a 240mm liquid AIO
Newegg is offering a big discount on a Ryzen 7 9800X3D bundle that includes an MSI B850 Gaming Plus WiFi motherboard and an MSI MAG Coreliquid A13 240 AIO liquid cooler.
Census Proposal Would Stop Counting Undocumented Immigrants—and Ignore Race and Sexual Orientation
A draft rule reviewed by WIRED would prevent the census from counting undocumented immigrants. To protect against “distortions,” it would also bar questions about race and sexual orientation.
VC-Funded Startups Linked to Persistent Fraud
Go figure? The post VC-Funded Startups Linked to Persistent Fraud appeared first on Futurism .
Unmasked: the doctor who helps put prisoners to death
Dr Mark Fowler assisted in the failed execution of a Tennessee prisoner. Physicians are meant to heal patients - why is he working in the death chamber? Mark Fowler, a physician with 25 years’ experience, stepped beneath the bright lights and approached the middle-aged man lying on a gurney.
Why Rhode Island may oust a sitting governor over a bridge
If Gov. Dan McKee becomes the first sitting U.S. governor to lose a primary in eight years, it won’t be to the insurgent left or a youthful challenger.
EU tells Meta, TikTok to boost monitoring, fact-checking
The EU's tech chief called on Meta and TikTok to "act decisively" to stem disinformation at times of crisis, saying the European Commission held talks with both platforms Friday following last week's Ceuta migrant surge.
New study suggests anxiety symptoms drive the physical stress markers linked to depression
Physical feelings of anxiety tend to predict chronic stress markers better than depression symptoms, suggesting that past research linking depression to body strain may have picked up on hidden anxiety instead.
Weekly Rundown: Hers rolls out new AI-native app; Novo Nordisk, H1 partner on AI-driven clinical development
The latest news from Hims & Hers, Atropos Health, Signal 1, NewYork-Presbyterian, Sharecare, Novo Nordisk, H1, Strida, Hackensack Meridian Health and ModMed.
Golden Sun Is One of the Best RPGs Ever Made — and the Last of Its Kind
Golden Sun drew on classic RPGs like Final Fantasy and turned those inspirations into something unique and special
Beyond the lechero: Veracruz’s new wave of coffee culture
From coffee plantations to a thriving café scene, Veracruz remains Mexico's coffee capital, with its eponymous port city at the forefront, writes Alan Chazaro.
Your old router gathering dust could be the network upgrade your smart home needs
Repurpose the network gear you already own.
Anthony Gismondi: B.C. vintages draw standout reviews at 2026 Wine Align awards
Okanagan Valley reds and Chardonnays dominate the top-scoring wines, but several other regions caught the judges' attention, led by the Naramata Bench