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Senator asks US government watchdog to review how feds use hacking tools
US Senator Ron Wyden has asked the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to investigate how federal law enforcement agencies use hacking tools and spyware against Americans, arguing there is a serious lack of transparency around the practice. In a letter sent on Friday, he called for a comprehensive review of the FBI, the Drug Enforcement Administration,…
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As a US attorney, I see fentanyl’s horrifying toll up close. Congress must act now
A US federal prosecutor argues in an opinion piece that fentanyl has become the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18 to 45, describing the daily human toll he witnesses through his office’s cases and grieving families. He contends that current sentencing laws are inadequate to address the scale of the crisis and calls…
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Hayden Panettiere’s final PETA campaign captured weeks before her death marked lifetime of advocacy work
Hayden Panettiere, who died suddenly at the age of 36, is being remembered for her final campaign with the animal rights group PETA, shot in Los Angeles just weeks before her death. The images, released this week, show the actress protesting against marine parks such as SeaWorld, which PETA says condemn dolphins to a lifetime…
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New PE Firm BlackSun Raises $1 Billion For Sports, Media Fund
BlackSun Private Equity, a newly launched firm led by figures from politics, sport and entertainment, has raised $1 billion for its first fund, with another $1 billion committed, targeting investments in professional sports and franchise ownership. Unlike many private equity firms now circling sports franchises, BlackSun says it will emphasise community and stakeholder participation, extending…
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The two Beatles George Martin knew “suffered” the most: “Indulged themselves in their own way”
“Become more obvious in a way…” The post The two Beatles George Martin knew “suffered” the most: “Indulged themselves in their own way” first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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What’s with Trump’s war against the US Navy?
So far, the president has insisted that the Navy go back to using steam, decreed that the Strait of Hormuz will be a U.S. territory, and demanded that new aircraft carriers be redesigned to make them look “better.”
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The Hollies Call It Quits After 64 Years
The Hollies, one of Britain’s most enduring pop bands, have ended their touring career after 64 years, citing health issues affecting long-serving guitarist Tony Hicks. Formed in Manchester in 1962, the group was once fronted by Graham Nash before he left in 1968 to form Crosby, Stills & Nash, and they went on to score…
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What Kate told my close source makes me deeply worried as Meghan and Harry return to the UK… William now faces the biggest decision of his life: ROBERT JOBSON
Daily Mail royal commentator Robert Jobson reports that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are relocating from California to Britain before the end of August, with a private house near London and school places secured for Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet from September. He argues the move forces King Charles and Prince William into difficult decisions…
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Iran labels new US sanctions ‘unjust’
Mohammed Bagher Qalibaf, the speaker of Iran’s Parliament, pushed back Friday against “unjust” U.S. economic sanctions placed on the country by the Trump administration earlier this week. “We must plan for the unjust sanctions so that we can overcome them,” Qalibaf told a group of economic representatives in Baghdad, according to a message shared on…
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Sheffield United boss ‘digging in’ amid Blades off-the-field issues plus update on Barnsley FC linked player – Yorkshire Post
Sheffield United’s manager has said he is “digging in” as the club deals with off-the-field difficulties, signalling an intention to continue focusing on the team despite uncertainty away from matches. The situation matters because disruption behind the scenes can affect recruitment, planning and morale during a competitive season. The report also provides an update on…