Trump's crypto platform falters on first day of sales
During his presidency Donald Trump referred to cryptocurrencies as a scam, but has since radically changed his positionFormer U.S. President Donald Trump's cryptocurrency platform had a faltering sales launch Tuesday, with only a fraction of its digital tokens that went on the market finding a buyer. The Republican candidate announced in mid-September that he, along with his sons and entrepreneurs, would launch the platform named World Liberty Financial. The tokens can be used as cryptocurrencies and give buyers a vote on the platform's governance. Many observers blamed the low sales on technical problems, as the company's website suffered outages earlier in the day. During his presidency Trump referred to cryptocurrencies as a scam, but has since radically changed his position, presenting himself as a "pro-bitcoin president" if elected in November.
Source:New York Times
October 16, 2024 12:09 UTC
Elon Musk Is Going All In to Elect Donald Trump
new video loaded: Elon Musk Is Going All In to Elect Donald TrumpBy Theodore Schleifer, Alexandra Ostasiewicz, David Seekamp and Laura Salaberry • October 16, 2024Elon Musk Is Going All In to Elect Donald TrumpRecent episodes in Latest VideoWhether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, Times Video journalists provide a revealing and unforgettable view of the world. Whether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, Times Video journalists provide a revealing and unforgettable view of the world.
Source:New York Times
October 16, 2024 12:05 UTC
Secret Service Unveils Blueprint for Stopping Mass Violence – Tickle The Wire
By Steve NeavlingThe Secret Service released a comprehensive blueprint on Wednesday, aimed at helping local and state law enforcement agencies prevent tragedies like mass shootings, assassination attempts, and other acts of targeted violence. The guide provides recommendations that can be implemented by police departments of any size, regardless of location or funding, to create dedicated Behavioral Threat Assessment Units. Steven Driscoll, assistant chief of the National Threat Assessment Center, explained that providing local agencies with a “structured approach” would increase safety in communities across the country. While the Secret Service did not disclose why the report was released at this time, it follows two recent assassination attempts on former President Trump and a notable rise in political violence in the past few years. The Secret Service stressed that the motivation behind targeted violence is diverse, and profiling based on race, ethnicity, age, or gender should not be used to create attacker profiles.
Source:Huffington Post
October 16, 2024 11:51 UTC
Porsche 911 GT3 Facelift Teased, Coming Soon
Porsche has teased the upcoming 911 GT3 facelift, releasing a YouTube live stream link and offering a glimpse of the refreshed model. The updated 911 GT3 will feature subtle cosmetic changes, including new headlights, tail lights, a tweaked front fascia, and a redesigned rear bumper. Inside, the facelift could bring a fully digital gauge cluster, replacing the current semi-digital setup. Additionally, Porsche might introduce the Weissach package for the GT3 for the first time. Also read: Mark Zuckerberg Transforms Porsche Cayenne into a One-of-a-Kind Minivan for WifeUnder the hood, the revised 4.0-liter flat-6 engine will continue to power the 911 GT3, delivering 502 hp and 346 lb-ft of torque, with a choice of a 6-speed manual or 7-speed PDK transmission.
Source:New York Times
October 16, 2024 11:51 UTC
The pros and cons for Kamala Harris in her upcoming Fox News interview
As my colleagues wrote in Tuesday’s newsletter, Vice President Kamala Harris is drifting into unfriendly waters today by agreeing to be interviewed by Fox News. Harris will sit down with Fox News’s chief political anchor, Bret Baier, for an interview that is expected to be in the 25-30 minute range. While Fox News’ biggest stars, especially in prime time, continue to prop up Trump while slamming Harris, Baier is probably Fox News’ most-respected journalist. The former president lashed out at Fox News for having Harris’ spokesperson Ian Sams on the network earlier this week. If you are, or any five or 10 like you, you need to come to this meeting I’m going to today with 32 teams here, you’re geniuses.
Source:Fox News
October 16, 2024 11:45 UTC
‘We’re fed up’: Ballot boxes are dividing neighbors in this swing state
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Source:CNN
October 16, 2024 11:35 UTC
This week’s Hunter’s moon is about to get supersized
In the wee hours of Thursday morning, Angelenos will get their first peek at a double whammy astrological delight — a Hunter’s moon that also happens to be a supermoon. The full moon in October is known as the Hunter’s moon because it takes place around the start of hunting season and traditionally offered a key opportunity to spot prey lurking in recently harvested fields, according to the Farmer’s Almanac. A supermoon occurs when the full moon is at its closest possible point to Earth, which causes it to appear 14% larger and 30% brighter than the faintest moon of the year, according to NASA. Advertisement“That’s actually a really good reason for everybody to keep watching the moon every month: so you’ll see every single full moon and observe how they change,” she said. Alarcon recommends people try watching it around sunset on Friday, when it will rise from the Eastern horizon and appear especially supersized.
Source:Los Angeles Times
October 16, 2024 11:32 UTC
Hunter Biden is reviving his lawsuit against Fox News over explicit images of him it used in a streaming series
Hunter Biden has revived a lawsuit that accuses Fox News of illegally publishing explicit images of him as part of a streaming series. The president’s son first sued Fox in New York in July over images used in the Fox Nation series “The Trial of Hunter Biden,” a “mock trial” of Hunter Biden on charges he has not faced. He dropped the suit without explanation three weeks later, the same day President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race. On Tuesday, Hunter Biden filed a largely identical suit in state court in Manhattan, again arguing that the dissemination of intimate images without his consent violates New York’s so-called revenge porn law. The six-part Fox Nation series depicted a dramatized court proceeding on different, fictional charges.
Source:Fox News
October 16, 2024 11:23 UTC
Fox News Digital Sports NFL power rankings after Week 6 of 2024 NFL season
Last week: 4Another week, another week when Derrick Henry finds the end zone. They have a big game this week against Houston, though, so we’ll have a better idea how good this team really is after Week 7. Last week: 12Baker Mayfield’s performances this season have made him a legit NFL MVP candidate. Last week: 30The Pats have allowed the second-most sacks of any NFL team. Last week: 32The Fox News Digital Sports college football winners and losers were compiled by the Fox News Digital Sports staff and the OutKick.com staff.
Source:Fox News
October 16, 2024 11:19 UTC
Washington Post CEO Elevates Deal-Making To A Top Priority
The percentage of Americans who say they have a great deal or a fair amount of trust in the mass media has fallen to a record low, according to a new Gallup survey. Media trust had started to rebound following the 2016 election, but those gains have …
Source:New York Times
October 16, 2024 11:17 UTC
V8 Power! 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Becomes Fastest US-Made Car
The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 has shattered records, claiming the title of the fastest car ever built by a US automaker. During a high-speed run at ATP Automotive Testing Papenburg in Germany, the mid-engined beast hit a staggering 233 mph, with GM President Mark Reuss at the helm. This speed record was set by a ZR1 coupe equipped with a standard chassis, aero package, and Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires. The Corvette’s Top Speed Mode adjusted its systems to push the limits, reaching 233 mph in 6th gear with an engineer riding shotgun. Powered by a 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, the ZR1 generates 1064 hp and 828 lb-ft of torque, making it the most powerful Corvette yet.
Source:New York Times
October 16, 2024 11:12 UTC
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The New York Times warns AI search engine Perplexity to stop using its content
The New York Times has demanded that AI search engine startup Perplexity stop using content from its site in a cease and desist letter sent to the company, reports The Wall Street Journal. The Times, which is currently suing OpenAI and Microsoft over allegedly illegally training models on its content, says the startup has been using its content without permission, a claim made earlier this year by Forbes and Condé Nast. The New York Times prohibits using its content for AI model training. It disallows several AI crawlers, including Perplexity’s, in its robots.txt file that tells search engine crawlers which URLs they can index. Here’s more of Perplexity’s statement:We believe in transparency and have a public page on our website that clarifies our content policies and how we use web content.
Source:New York Times
October 16, 2024 09:59 UTC
Two Giant Pandas Arrive at National Zoo in Washington
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Source:New York Times
October 16, 2024 09:51 UTC
Primer: CA Moves to Control Oil/Gas Business to Advance Green Energy Control
Primer: CA Moves to Control Oil/Gas Business to Advance Green Energy Control by Brendan O' Connell The California Energy Commission (CEC) made a tentative proposition that it take over all oil refineries in the state, putting them under government control. It is worth examining why the state’s energy prices are so high to begin with. In a recent report, the California Energy Commission (CEC) made a tentative proposition that it take over all oil refineries in the state, putting them under government control. It is worth examining why the state’s energy prices are so high to begin with. In response to the Fall 2022 gasoline price spikes, California passed the Gas Price Gouging and Transparency Law (SBX1-2).
Source:Forbes
October 16, 2024 09:31 UTC
Rocker Jake E. Lee shot multiple times in Las Vegas, expected to fully recover, rep says
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Source:Los Angeles Times
October 16, 2024 09:01 UTC