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A former Chinese official who fled to the U.S. says Beijing has used advanced surveillance technology from U.S. companies to track, intimidate, and punish him and his family across borders. ABC News reports: Retired Chinese official Li Chuanliang was recuperating from cancer on a Korean resort island when he got an urgent call: Don't return to China, a friend warned. You're now a fugitive. Days later, a stranger snapped a... Read more ›
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Private capital giant shorted loans and cut exposure to sector amid concerns over threat from AI Read more ›
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Buying a 1980s sports car doesn't mean you have to break the bank, as there are plenty of fun cars available for less than $30,000. Here are some of the best. Read more ›
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Amtrak's unionized workers are getting $900 holiday bonuses after executives agreed to give up half of theirs, the Department of Transportation said. Read more ›
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Tesla has partnered with Selkirk to launch a $350 pickleball paddle "optimized for high performance play." Read more ›
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Since 1983, Hooters has been an iconic brand. But in 2025, its franchisor, Hooters of America, went bankrupt. Can the original founders save it? Read more ›
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The US has gone all-in on artificial intelligence. But the idea of an end-of-times battle with China over tomorrow’s key technology is part delusion, part lobbying tool for Silicon Valley Read more ›
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Committee chair warns the decision risks undermining Washington’s strategic advantage over Beijing in cutting-edge AI Read more ›
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A couple of days ago, Redmi officially started its teaser campaign for the upcoming Note 15 5G, revealing that it has a 108MP main camera just like its predecessor. Today, the brand has also revealed that the Redmi Note 15 5G comes with a 5,520 mAh battery. That capacity was already rumored, and it's good to see it confirmed. For what it's worth, it's 410 mAh larger than the Redmi... Read more ›
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An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: Dozens of Ukrainian civilians filed a series of lawsuits in Texas this week, accusing some of the biggest US chip firms of negligently failing to track chips that evaded export curbs. Those chips were ultimately used to power Russian and Iranian weapon systems, causing wrongful deaths last year. Their complaints alleged that for years, Texas Instruments (TI), AMD, and Intel have... Read more ›
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The T-7 Red Hawk will teach pilots to fly fifth-gen aircraft like the F-22 and F-35, as well as the new B-21 stealth bomber and planned F-47. Read more ›
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In the new Eras Tour docuseries, Taylor Swift distributes bonuses and handwritten letters to her dancers, musicians, and crew members. Read more ›
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Disney staffers spoke about the company's OpenAI deal and AI strategy, including AI tools they are using and one in development codenamed "Jarvis." Read more ›
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Chandler, Arizona unanimously rejected a proposed AI data center despite heavy lobbying from Big Tech interests and former Sen. Kyrsten Sinema. Politico reports: The Chandler City Council last night voted down a request by a New York developer to rezone land to build a data center and business complex. The local battle escalated in October after Sinema showed up at a planning commission meeting to offer public comment warning officials... Read more ›
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The latest Apple OS updates started rolling out to users on Dec. 12. Users can now update to iOS 26.2, macOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, and watchOS 26.2. Read more ›
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Worried about losing control during a Wi-Fi outage? See the smart home tech that stays reliable and functional without the cloud. Read more ›
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's claim they never argue. I've been married for 30 years and I fight daily with my partner. It's healthier this way. Read more ›
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Almost a month after Prime Video launched AI-powered Video Recaps, viewers said it shared incorrect plot details about season one of "Fallout." Read more ›
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Update announced in Shopify Editions newsletter that contained over 150 product updates. Read more ›
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Plus: Clio takes Alexi to court over database at the centre of billion-dollar vLex deal. Read more ›
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Contractor-turned-founder David Peters raises $2 million for automated attendance-tracking app. Read more ›
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Toronto company’s AI will help French defence contractor service Royal Canadian Navy fleets. Read more ›
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University of Waterloo spinout aims to scale tech that extends shelf life of paper packaging. Read more ›
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Searle says front-line companies must shape Canada’s sovereign strategy. Read more ›
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Partnership will develop satellite communications capabilities in the Arctic. Read more ›
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Investors reportedly pushing company toward public markets as race for fusion power intensifies. Read more ›
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Inclusivity-focused employment platform to be recognized at Brampton’s 2025 Accessibility Awards. Read more ›
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President calls project “the most important commitment in Microsoft Canada’s history.” Read more ›
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