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What you missed on Day 6 of Trump’s trial: A witness details salacious stories and the judge bristles at gag order arguments
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Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
  • Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.

  • Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.

  • Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.

  • Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
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Bannon says House Republicans secretly want Trump to lose: Steve Bannon, former President Trump’s 2016 campaign executive, railed against House Republicans on ...
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Bannon says House Republicans secretly want Trump to lose
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Why it's time for 'middle powers' to step up on geopolitics: With major powers and the United Nations unable to prevent or end many wars, maybe this is the ...
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Why it's time for 'middle powers' to step up on geopolitics
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Steve Bannon Trashes 'Meaningless' Donald Trump Event: The former president and House Speaker Mike Johnson are set to hold an event at Mar-a-Lago on Friday.
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Steve Bannon Trashes 'Meaningless' Donald Trump Event
Quick Glance: Focus on Support for Israel and Ukraine by Mike Johnson
  • House Speaker Mike Johnson is heavily advocating for support for Israel and Ukraine while trying to push a national security package through the House.

  • Johnson faces the challenge of juggling the Republican Party's divided support for Kyiv's defense while feeling the pressure to pass a comprehensive aid package for U.S. allies.

  • In his quest to find ways to promote funding for Ukraine, Johnson is engaging in discussions with the White House and former president Donald Trump. The divisive dynamic within the party and the urgency of the situation in Ukraine present a significant challenge for Johnson.

  • Johnson must craft a package that includes some policy wins for Republicans while also gaining Democratic approval. Despite concerns from some progressive Democrats regarding support for Israel, most Democratic lawmakers have rallied behind the Senate-passed package.
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Steve Bannon Says US Is 'Not a Democracy': Since the events surrounding the 2020 election, some have questioned what to call the system of government in the U.S ...
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Steve Bannon Says US Is 'Not a Democracy'
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Trump Witnesses Could Include Giuliani, Steve Bannon, Stormy Daniels And These Others In Hush Money Trial
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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
  • A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.

  • The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.

  • Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.

  • The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
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“WarRoom Berlin” planned: Why Bannon wants to help the AfD: Trump's ex-advisor Bannon wants to get involved in German politics and start a podcast ...
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“WarRoom Berlin” planned: Why Bannon wants to help the AfD
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The Far Right Is Crawling With Eclipse Conspiracy Theories: Alex Jones and other far-right influencers are pushing an array of conspiracy theories about the ...
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The Far Right Is Crawling With Eclipse Conspiracy Theories
Quick Glance: Airplane Observes Solar Eclipse in Bloomington
  • An airplane flies near the total solar eclipse in Bloomington, Indiana.

  • People watch the partial solar eclipse on the observation deck of Edge at Hudson Yards in New York City.

  • Sophia Moccia, 4, from Queens views the eclipse with a homemade mask in New York City.

  • A solar eclipse is visible in Mazatlan, Mexico.
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Meta’s AI chatbot is coming to social media. Misinformation may come with it.: As MetaAI rolls into Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, experts warn that the ...
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Meta’s AI chatbot is coming to social media. Misinformation may come with ...
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Jasmine Crockett Exposes GOP's Ukraine 'Misinformation' In Under 2 Minutes: "And I'm tired of it because I didn't come to this chamber to play games ...
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Jasmine Crockett Exposes GOP's Ukraine 'Misinformation' In Under 2 Minutes
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How disinformation, fake news, and AI threatens India’s electoral process: There are growing concerns that AI-generated and manipulative content may impact the ...
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How disinformation, fake news, and AI threatens India’s electoral process
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Civil advocacy groups press Big Tech on AI-fueled misinformation: More than 200 civil advocacy groups urged leading technology companies to increase efforts to ...
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Civil advocacy groups press Big Tech on AI-fueled misinformation
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Trump's ex-strategist: Steve Bannon wants to launch a German podcast: Bannon's podcast “War Room” is considered a mouthpiece for ultra-right forces and targeted ...
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Trump's ex-strategist: Steve Bannon wants to launch a German podcast
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Elon Musk challenges Brazilian judge over order to block X accounts: Musk called for the resignation of Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who has spearheaded a ...
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Elon Musk challenges Brazilian judge over order to block X accounts
Quick Glance: Elon Musk and the Support of Far-Right in Brazil
  • A court in Brazil is planning an investigation against X owner Elon Musk for alleged obstruction of justice, following Musk's reactivation of accounts belonging to far-right individuals that were flagged by the Brazilian government for removal.

  • Under Musk's leadership, X has transformed into a sanctuary for the far right and dissemination of misinformation, resulting in an escalation of hate speech on the platform.

  • Experts caution that Musk is establishing a dangerous precedent by protecting and promoting the far right on his platform, regardless of local regulations or public opinion.

  • Despite Musk's claims of advocating for free speech, the implementation of these principles on the platform has been inconsistent under his direction, especially concerning government requests to deactivate accounts.
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Jackson Hinkle Rides Rage Over Israel to Prominence: Jackson Hinkle’s incendiary commentary has generated over two million new followers on X since October — a ...
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Jackson Hinkle Rides Rage Over Israel to Prominence
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Where Will the Legit Health Info Go If TikTok Goes Dark?: If TikTok goes dark, it could render unavailable the work of those who have made the site a go-to for ...
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Where Will the Legit Health Info Go If TikTok Goes Dark?
Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
  • The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.

  • In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.

  • Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'

  • San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
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Anthony Albanese criticises X’s ‘extraordinary’ fight against removal of church stabbing posts
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Anthony Albanese criticises X’s ‘extraordinary’ fight against removal of ...
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US website Gateway Pundit declares bankruptcy following misinformation lawsuits: US far-right conspiracy website Gateway Pundit is filing for bankruptcy ...
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US website Gateway Pundit declares bankruptcy following misinformation ...
Quick Glance: Gateway Pundit Files Bankruptcy Amid Election Fraud Defamation
  • The Gateway Pundit, known for spreading falsehoods and conspiracy theories, has filed for bankruptcy and is facing multiple defamation lawsuits.

  • The owners, Jim and Joe Hoft, are dealing with lawsuits from Georgia election workers and a former Dominion Voting Systems official.

  • Jim Hoft stated that the bankruptcy is to consolidate lawsuits, although Chapter 11 bankruptcies are primarily meant to assist small businesses in restructuring.

  • Despite delays, legal proceedings have significant impacts on sites like Infowars and The Gateway Pundit, as juries do not tolerate powerful individuals spreading lies and disrupting lives.
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MFA director-general pleads guilty to giving false information to public servant: Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that Gilbert Oh Hin Kwan had been on no-pay ...
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MFA director-general pleads guilty to giving false information to public ...
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Japanese doctors sue Google Maps over 'groundless' reviews: TOKYO: A group of Japanese doctors has filed a civil lawsuit against U.S. search giant Google ...
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Japanese doctors sue Google Maps over 'groundless' reviews
Quick Glance: Google restructuring operations and relocating roles to 'hubs' to fund AI investments
  • Google is implementing staff layoffs and transferring certain roles to 'hubs' to secure funds for artificial intelligence investments.

  • The finance and real estate teams are being affected by the downsizing, with some roles being moved overseas.

  • Through the consolidation of finance teams in Bangalore, Mexico City, Dublin, Chicago, and Atlanta, Google aims to enhance efficiency and operate around the clock.

  • The restructuring is driven by the substantial shift towards artificial intelligence in the tech industry, prompting Google to allocate more resources to this domain.
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Journalist with Forbes in Russia detained for posts criticizing the military: A journalist for the Russian edition of Forbes magazine has been detained on ...
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Journalist with Forbes in Russia detained for posts criticizing the ...
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Langford launches fact-check portal, citing misinformation: The first edition tackles who decides where sidewalks go, and what’s happening with the Westhills ...
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Langford launches fact-check portal, citing misinformation
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We must target the root cause of misinformation. We cannot fact check our way out of this
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We must target the root cause of misinformation. We cannot fact check our ...
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News Organizations Worldwide Discuss Generative AI at INMA Conference; Outline Role in Fact Checking
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News Organizations Worldwide Discuss Generative AI at INMA Conference; ...
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Woman of Impact: Katy Tur: In an era rife with misinformation, MSNBC anchor Katy Tur uses her platform, 'Katy Tur Reports,' to spread truth.
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Woman of Impact: Katy Tur
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Inside Google’s Plans to Combat Misinformation Ahead of the E.U. Elections: "Prebunking" is Google's latest effort to fight fake news.
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Inside Google’s Plans to Combat Misinformation Ahead of the E.U. Elections
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Australia Flags Fight With Musk, Social Giants Over Sydney Attacks Content: Australia is gearing up for a fight with Elon Musk and American social media giants ...
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Australia Flags Fight With Musk, Social Giants Over Sydney Attacks Content
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Rising Misinformation: Elections 2024 And Citizen Countermeasures| Countercurrents
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Rising Misinformation: Elections 2024 And Citizen Countermeasures| ...
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Brookings Institution: 'The full promise of Pittsburgh’s next economy … remains unrealized'
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Brookings Institution: 'The full promise of Pittsburgh’s next economy … ...
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TikTok Implements Major Policy Changes to Combat Misinformation, Harmful Content: Almost all social media sites have misinformation if not conspiracy theories ...
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TikTok Implements Major Policy Changes to Combat Misinformation ...
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What can the government do about X's refusal to take down violent videos?: Amid the rise of misinformation, disinformation and a reported increase in violent ...
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What can the government do about X's refusal to take down violent videos?
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| Montreal Gazette: Their message is crucial now because "far-right groups and cynical politicians" have spread misinformation about the LGBTQ+ community to ...
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GOP House committee seeks records from Coca-Cola in ‘censorship’ probe: The Republican-led U.S. House Judiciary Committee has a new target of its probe into ...
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GOP House committee seeks records from Coca-Cola in ‘censorship’ probe
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Could Biden vs Trump All Come Down to Arizona’s Senate Race?: Ground zero for the rigged-election conspiracy, Arizona could decide both the fate of the Senate ...
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Could Biden vs Trump All Come Down to Arizona’s Senate Race?
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Experts caution govt over plans to use AI to fight misinformation: Generative AI could result in more misinformation, Loh says.
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Experts caution govt over plans to use AI to fight misinformation
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Microsoft introduces Content Credentials: receipts from content to reach the roots of misinformation
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Microsoft introduces Content Credentials: receipts from content to reach ...
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European elections: Top tips to avoid misinformation: Ahead of the European elections, The Cube takes you through some of the ways to spot and protect yourself ...
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European elections: Top tips to avoid misinformation
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Misinformation, disinformation surrounded Thai 2023 election: A surge of misinformation and disinformation marked the Thai 2023 election, some of which appeared ...
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Misinformation, disinformation surrounded Thai 2023 election
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Wilson emphasises value of vaccination: Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, has encouraged the community not to heed medical misinformation and avail of vaccines ...
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Wilson emphasises value of vaccination
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The Truth About Misinformation’s Impact on Advertising: Misinformation is a major brand suitability challenge for advertisers and media buyers ...
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The Truth About Misinformation’s Impact on Advertising
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Exclusive: More trust themselves to make health decisions: The growing rise of "health empowerment" is a double-edged sword.
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Exclusive: More trust themselves to make health decisions
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Introducing: How to Know What's Real: A new season of the How To series from The Atlantic
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Introducing: How to Know What's Real
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Former Maidam member, wife claim trial to abuse of power, false claims charges: KUALA TERENGGANU: A former Terengganu Islamic Religion and Malay Customs Council ...
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Former Maidam member, wife claim trial to abuse of power, false claims ...
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Who are Doppelgänger? The Russian group behind Princess of Wales conspiracies: Doppelgänger's work can be traced back to 2022 when they began by mimicking ...
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Who are Doppelgänger? The Russian group behind Princess of Wales ...
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UAW ‘misinformation and scare tactics’ threaten jobs: Ivey, Southern governors denounce union efforts
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UAW ‘misinformation and scare tactics’ threaten jobs: Ivey ...
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Don't Believe the Real Estate Hype — Understand the New Rules About How You Can Buy and Sell Your House
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Don't Believe the Real Estate Hype — Understand the New Rules About ...
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Gym owner wants ‘false’ information removed from police database - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
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Gym owner wants ‘false’ information removed from police database - ...
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Elon Musk's response to Sydney stabbing footage prompts fury, with vows to crack down on social media giants
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Elon Musk's response to Sydney stabbing footage prompts fury ...
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Adobe is fighting AI election deepfakes. Here's how: "AI-powered misinformation poses a significant risk to election integrity,” an Adobe executive said
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Adobe is fighting AI election deepfakes. Here's how
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Anti-Trans Efforts Use Misinformation, Epistemological Violence and Gender Essentialism
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Anti-Trans Efforts Use Misinformation, Epistemological Violence and Gender ...
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I’m a GP – this is what happened when my photo was used in a scam: As a doctor in the public eye, this deeply concerns me
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I’m a GP – this is what happened when my photo was used in a scam
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Musk’s X ignores Australia’s legal threats to take down ‘distressing’ stabbing content
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Musk’s X ignores Australia’s legal threats to take down ‘distressing’ ...
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Ahead of polls, eye on ‘money, muscle power and misinformation’: In Delhi, police sources said, local personnel and paramilitary forces will carry out ...
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Ahead of polls, eye on ‘money, muscle power and misinformation’
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Could we all do without social media?: In moments of stress or boredom, I find myself watching weird videos on social media. That’s not why I installed the app.
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Could we all do without social media?
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Mati: fire service official handed suspended sentence for false information: A senior fire service officer has been handed a two-year suspended sentence for ...
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Mati: fire service official handed suspended sentence for false ...
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Prominent defamation lawyer Sue Chrysanthou to represent Benjamin Cohen in Network Seven Bondi Junction stabbing misidentification 
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Prominent defamation lawyer Sue Chrysanthou to represent Benjamin Cohen in ...