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ICE agents can’t wear Meta glasses while they work, official memo warns
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has told staff they are not permitted to wear Meta smart glasses while working, according to an internal memo reported by The New York Times. The guidance, which applies to all employees rather than just field agents, warns that the devices could unintentionally capture, record or transmit sensitive information,…
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DOJ secures indictment of 17 Iranians accused of ‘massive’ cyber theft campaign
The Justice Department (DOJ) on Tuesday unsealed an indictment charging 17 Iranian nationals with targeting American and foreign institutions via a cyber theft campaign on behalf of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The 14-count indictment charges 17 members of the Mabna Institute, an Iran-based company that has allegedly conducted a “coordinated campaign of cyber…
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Apple TV’s 3-Part Sci-Fi Masterpiece Demands More Than One Watch
Apple TV’s sci-fi series Foundation, based on Isaac Asimov’s classic novels, has recently concluded its third season, prompting renewed praise for its ambitious, densely layered storytelling. Created by David S. Goyer and Josh Friedman, the show follows mathematician Hari Seldon (Jared Harris), whose prediction of the Galactic Empire’s collapse sets in motion a sprawling, multi-generational…
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Tim Kring recalls Hayden Panettiere’s remarkable range and professionalism
“Heroes” creator Tim Kring has published a personal tribute to Hayden Panettiere following news of her death at the age of 36, describing her as a “singularly talented actor” with an almost savant-like grasp of drama, humour and pathos. The piece reflects on her 2010 audition for the role of Claire Bennet at age 16…
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Downed air traffic control, ChatGPT for teens, Earl Spencer’s Diana book and Liverpool’s new era
A disruption at the Minneapolis Air Route Traffic Control Center earlier in August led the US Federal Aviation Administration to impose ground stops across parts of the Midwest after an equipment outage affected the centre’s operations. The incident caused widespread flight disruption, underlining the dependence of a large regional airspace on resilient communications and surveillance…
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Felicia Day, Wil Wheaton on New Tabletop Gaming Show ‘Conludo,’ How ‘The Guild’ Reunion Movie Will Be Impacted by a Denied California Tax Credit
Felicia Day and Wil Wheaton are reuniting for a new tabletop gaming show called “Conludo,” launching as bonus content tied to the Kickstarter campaign for “The Guild: Ren Faire’d,” a reunion film for Day’s web series “The Guild.” The 10-episode show, whose name is Latin for “play together,” revives the spirit of the pair’s earlier…
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Former Fauci associate David Morens pleads guilty to conspiracy
David Morens, former senior adviser at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and once an associate to Anthony Fauci, pleaded guilty on Thursday to a conspiracy to defraud the U.S. in relation to efforts to evade Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests. The Justice Department announced the guilty plea Tuesday. In April, the…
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ILLIT On Their Favorite Part of Filming “I Got Your Back” Music Video & How ‘MAMIHLAPINATAPAI’ Mini Album Is Different For Them | KCON LA 2026
K-pop group ILLIT appeared at KCON LA 2026, where they discussed the making of their music video for “I Got Your Back” and reflected on how their latest release differs from their previous work. The appearance forms part of the group’s promotional activities around their new mini album, giving fans insight into the creative choices…
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Walmart Touts Free Peacock Access for Walmart+ Members on Heels of Streamer’s Latest Price Hike
Walmart is offering up some new deals, discounts and special offers right now, including a way to get a Peacock streaming subscription for free. While Walmart is touting its back to school deals right now, the retailer is also offering access to its Walmart+ membership program for just $1 for your first month. Regularly $12.95/month,…
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Clive Barker Announces Kickstarter-Exclusive Anthology Book Series ‘Library of the Dead’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Horror author Clive Barker has launched “Library of the Dead”, a three-book anthology series released exclusively via Kickstarter, described as a spiritual successor to his seminal “Books of Blood” collection. The project matters both for horror fans and the publishing industry, as it sees an established author bypass traditional publishing routes in favour of crowdfunding…