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BBC — Business

Parents and Teens Respond to Meta's New Restrictions for Young Users

Meta has introduced new restrictions on its platforms, including a two-hour daily limit for teenagers, as part of an $18 billion settlement with US states regarding the impact of social media on children. Parents have mixed reactions, with some viewing the changes as beneficial while expressing skepticism about their long-term effectiveness. The settlement follows a lawsuit alleging that Meta's platforms are designed to be addictive and violate children's privacy laws.

New York Times — US

Wyoming Governor Criticizes D.O.J. Election Monitoring

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has criticized the Department of Justice's election monitoring, labeling it as 'very odd.' His comments highlight concerns about federal involvement in state election processes.

New York Times — Politics

Wyoming Governor Criticizes D.O.J. Election Monitoring

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has criticized the Department of Justice's election monitoring efforts, labeling them as 'very odd.' His comments highlight ongoing tensions regarding federal involvement in state election administration.

New York Times — US

Pelosi Endorses Connie Chan for Congressional Seat

Representative Nancy Pelosi has publicly endorsed Connie Chan, a San Francisco supervisor, as a candidate for her congressional seat. The endorsement occurs as Pelosi approaches the end of her current term.

New York Times — US

Gila Bend Town Council Race Decided by High-Card Draw

The Town Council seat in Gila Bend, Arizona, was awarded to Jesus Rubalcava after a high-card draw with Athena Guerrero, as declared by interim town clerk Patricia Riggs. The race concluded in a tie prior to this decision.

New York Post

Wisconsin Parent Cited for Tripping Youth Football Player During Game

A 41-year-old man was cited for disorderly conduct after tripping a 9-year-old football player during a youth football game in Racine, Wisconsin. The child's coach condemned the act, and parents expressed outrage, calling for more severe penalties. The man has been banned from games for the remainder of the season.

New York Post

Atlanta Woman Sentenced to Over 16 Years for Defrauding Amazon

Brittany Hudson has been sentenced to over 16 years in federal prison for defrauding Amazon of nearly $10 million through a fraudulent scheme involving fake vendor invoices. Along with her partner, she was convicted on multiple felony charges and ordered to pay restitution to Amazon, as well as forfeiting assets obtained through the fraud.

Al Jazeera English

Nepal Floods Result in Nearly 470 Deaths; Rescue Efforts Ongoing

The Bhotekoshi flood in the Nepal-Tibet border region has resulted in at least 469 deaths and over 1,500 people missing. Triggered by a glacial collapse, the flooding has severely impacted local communities, with rescue efforts hindered by damaged infrastructure. Authorities are working to locate victims and provide aid, while concerns about rising water levels from a breached lake have led to further evacuations.

New York Post

Stephen Colbert Encourages Emmy Voters to Support Jimmy Kimmel

Stephen Colbert has urged Emmy voters to support Jimmy Kimmel for the best variety show award in a video posted on social media. Colbert's own show, which was canceled in 2025, is nominated for Outstanding Variety Series at the 2026 Emmy Awards, alongside Kimmel's program. The cancellation of Colbert's show has led to discussions about financial and political factors influencing network decisions.

New York Post

US Removes Radioactive Material from Guatemala Due to Security Concerns

The US has successfully removed cobalt-60, a radioactive material used for cancer treatment, from Guatemala due to concerns about its potential misuse in creating a dirty bomb. The operation, conducted by the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) with assistance from Guatemalan officials, is part of broader efforts to secure dangerous radioactive materials.

New York Post

Ty Simpson's Performance Highlights Rams' Undefeated Preseason

Ty Simpson, the Los Angeles Rams rookie quarterback, delivered a strong performance in the team's 20-18 victory over the LA Chargers, completing 18 of 23 passes for 119 yards and a touchdown. Despite his success during the preseason, he is expected to be the third quarterback on the depth chart behind Matthew Stafford and Stetson Bennett IV as the Rams prepare for the upcoming season opener.

Al Jazeera English

US Judge Blocks Pentagon's Blacklisting of AI Firm Anthropic

A US judge has ruled against the Pentagon's blacklisting of AI company Anthropic, stating that the Department of Defense acted illegally by designating the company a supply chain risk to national security. The ruling follows Anthropic's criticism of the military's stance on AI deployment and its refusal to allow military use of its AI models for surveillance or autonomous weapons.