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Taylor Swift’s new album allegedly ‘leaked’ on social media and it’s causing a frenzy
cnn.com/2024/04/18/entertainment/taylor-swifts-new-album-leaked/
Quick Glance: All About Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department'
- The lead-up to the release day of 'The Tortured Poets Department' was filled with puzzles, Easter eggs, and other hallmarks of Taylor Swift's speculating fan base.
- Taylor Swift's new album 'The Tortured Poets Department' is set to drop on Friday, featuring 16 songs and four bonus tracks. Florence + the Machine and Post Malone are featured artists on the album.
- The album was produced by Aaron Dessner and Jack Antonoff. Speculation surrounding the unusual title 'The Tortured Poets Department' primarily revolves around Swift's 2023 breakup with Joe Alwyn.
- Taylor Swift announced the release of a music video on Friday at 8 p.m. Before the album's release, there were various Easter eggs like QR code murals in different cities and thematic playlists on Apple Music, hinting at the album's content.
Reasons to be cheerful about Generation Z: They are not doomed to be poor and anxious
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/reasons-to-be-cheerful-about-generation-z
Javier Milei, Argentina's president and social media addict: The populist and ultra-liberal leader elected last November spends an average of two hours a day on ...
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/04/18/javier-milei-argentina-s-president-and-social-media-addict_6668793_4.html
NPR Editor Who Wrote Critical Essay On Company Resigns After Being Suspended: A National Public Radio editor who wrote a critical essay saying that his company ...
huffpost.com/entry/media-npr-editor_n_6620fe1de4b07db21fd66578
Quick Glance: NPR Suspends Senior Editor Following Critical Substack Analysis
- Senior business editor Uri Berliner at NPR was suspended due to critical remarks about the broadcaster.
- Berliner faced a five-day suspension after releasing an analysis claiming NPR's coverage was influenced by liberal bias.
- NPR accused Berliner of breaching company policies by publishing his work outside the organization without approval.
- Following the essay's release, NPR employees lost confidence in Berliner, and the network's new CEO came under scrutiny from conservative activists.
'They killed our son': Online scammers tearing families apart as sextortion cases soar
itv.com/news/2024-04-17/they-killed-our-son-the-devastating-impact-of-sextortion-scams-as-cases-soar
Devaluing content created by AI is lazy and ignores history: The answer is not to hide from ML, but to be honest about it
theregister.com/2024/04/17/devaluing_ai_content_is_lazy/
Chinese villagers downplay help for Malay travellers in Perak: PETALING JAYA: To the Malay travellers who got a smoother ride home to Kuala Lumpur after their ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/18/chinese-villagers-downplay-help-for-malay-travellers-in-perak
Meta's new AI assistant is rolling out across WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook and Messenger
cnbc.com/2024/04/18/meta-ai-assistant-comes-to-whatsapp-instagram-facebook-and-messenger.html
What is screen time doing to children?: Demands grow to restrict young people’s access to phones and social media
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Elon Musk is feuding with Brazil’s powerful Supreme Court: The court has become the de facto regulator of social media in the country
economist.com/the-americas/2024/04/14/elon-musk-is-feuding-with-brazils-powerful-supreme-court
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk's Clash with Brazil's Supreme Court
- Serial entrepreneur Elon Musk has been publicly criticizing Alexandre de Moraes, one of Brazil's Supreme Court judges, for the past week.
- The dispute revolves around X, a social media company owned by Mr. Musk, which announced on April 6th that a Brazilian court had ordered it to block a set of 'popular' accounts or face hefty fines.
- Mr. Moraes then initiated an inquiry against Mr. Musk for obstruction of justice, leading Mr. Musk to claim that censorship in Brazil is worse than in any other country where the platform operates.
- The row highlights the power of Brazil's Supreme Court and the debate on regulating social media without harming freedom of speech, which is a crucial battleground in Brazil.
Chaos in Dubai as UAE records heaviest rainfall in 75 years: Chaos ensued in the United Arab Emirates after the country witnessed the heaviest rainfall in 75 ...
cnn.com/2024/04/17/weather/dubai-rain-flooding-climate-wednesday-intl/
Quick Glance: Dubai Submerged in Floods After Year's Worth of Rain
- More than 142mm of rain soaked Dubai within 24 hours.
- Heavy thunderstorms hit the UAE, pouring over a year's worth of rain on Dubai in just hours.
- Authorities dispatched tanker trucks to pump water off the streets as some homes were inundated, requiring residents to bail them out.
- Rain is uncommon in the UAE, causing flooding due to insufficient drainage systems in many areas.
Two jurors dismissed from Trump hush money trial: Rolling coverage of the international stories of interest to our readers
irishexaminer.com/world/arid-41377450.html
Columbine school shooters glorified by young followers: Inside the scary online obsession
usatoday.com/story/news/investigations/2024/04/18/columbine-school-shooting-25-anniversary-social-media/73308760007/
Donald Trump Is 'Seriously Considering' Jake Paul's Fight Invite: Influencers like Jake Paul can offer Donald Trump inroads to audiences beyond his base—and ...
wired.com/story/donald-trump-jake-paul-fight-invite/
Heineken's Boring Phone Wants to Take You Back to a Simpler Time: The beer company's new flip phone is bubbling with nostalgia.
cnet.com/tech/mobile/heinekens-boring-phone-wants-to-take-you-back-to-a-simpler-time/
Watch: A circus elephant runs loose in a Montana town before being recaptured: The animal was having a routine bath when she was startled by a truck backfiring ...
npr.org/2024/04/17/1245305091/circus-elephant-escaped-butte-montana
Radio Modi: How India’s prime minister sweet-talks the nation: We analysed hundreds of Narendra Modi’s broadcasts. They reveal a meticulously cultivated image
economist.com/interactive/asia/2024/04/17/how-india-prime-minister-sweet-talks-the-nation
Russian US election interference sowing discord over Ukraine kicks into gear: To a lesser extent, China and Iran also peddle disinfo in hopes of influencing ...
arstechnica.com/security/2024/04/russian-us-election-interference-sowing-discord-over-ukraine-kicks-into-gear/
‘A Different World’ cast reunites to reflect on the show’s impact: “A Different World,” which occupies a hallowed place in the Black TV canon ...
washingtonpost.com/entertainment/tv/2024/04/17/a-different-world-reunion-hbcu/
Dickey Betts, legendary guitarist for the Allman Brothers Band, dead at 80: Betts’ family announced his death on April 18 via social media, saying the iconic ...
al.com/life/2024/04/dickey-betts-legendary-guitarist-for-the-allman-brothers-band-dead-at-80.html
Quick Glance: Dickey Betts, Singer-Guitarist of Allman Brothers Band, Dies at 80
- Dickey Betts, the singer, songwriter, and guitarist of the Allman Brothers Band, passed away at the age of 80 due to cancer and COPD.
- Known for his distinctive guitar style and hits like 'Ramblin' Man,' Betts was a significant figure in Southern rock.
- His family announced his peaceful passing and requested privacy and prayers during this difficult time.
- Betts leaves behind a musical legacy that has shaped the Southern rock genre.
Toobin: Trump social media post ‘clearly’ violated gag order: Legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin said Wednesday that former President Trump’s recent social media post ...
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Are smartphones damaging our young people? This book says yes: Jonathan Haidt says parents are overprotective in the real world and underprotective in the ...
theage.com.au/culture/books/are-smartphones-damaging-our-young-people-this-book-says-yes-20240415-p5fjxo.html
‘I have never expressed intentions to take her as a wife’ — Musa Mseleku on 5th wife rumours
timeslive.co.za/tshisa-live/tshisa-live/2024-04-17-i-have-never-expressed-intentions-to-take-her-as-a-wife--musa-mseleku-on-5th-wife-rumours/
AI and advice: The dangers of allowing the technology to make decisions : In a world where what and how people think is already under siege due to the algorithms ...
scroll.in/article/1066618/ai-and-advice-the-dangers-of-allowing-the-technology-to-make-decisions
Sophie Kinsella: Author reveals brain cancer diagnosis: The novelist, best known for her Shopaholic series of novels, revealed her diagnosis on social media.
bbc.com/news/articles/cy0lx85z89mo
Quick Glance: Author Sophie Kinsella diagnosed with aggressive brain tumor
- Sophie Kinsella revealed her diagnosis with glioblastoma, an 'aggressive' form of brain tumor.
- Known for the Shopaholic series, she shared her health news on social media, learning of her illness at the end of 2022.
- Initially aiming to keep the news private to adapt to their 'new normal', the 54-year-old author opened up about her condition.
- Following successful surgery, radiotherapy, and ongoing chemotherapy, Sophie expressed gratitude towards her support system.
Olly Murs' wife Amelia Tank gives birth and shares adorable name: Olly Murs is a dad! He and wife Amelia Tank have welcomed their first child together ...
dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/olly-murs-wife-amelia-tank-32607445
Clark Kent lookalike turns accidental superhero in Brazil - People - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/culture/2024/04/17/clark-kent-lookalike-turns-accidental-superhero-in-brazil.html
Trump tempts the court to find him in contempt: Intentional or not, the former president might wind up in serious trouble.
washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/18/trump-contempt-merchan-trial-hush-money-new-york/
Fact check: Donald Trump attacks Jimmy Kimmel for something Al Pacino did: On Tuesday, late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel delivered another monologue making ...
cnn.com/2024/04/17/politics/fact-check-donald-trump-jimmy-kimmel-al-pacino/
Quick Glance: Trump Mixes Up Jimmy Kimmel and Al Pacino in Rant
- Former President Donald Trump recently mixed up Jimmy Kimmel and actor Al Pacino in a bizarre rant on social media about Kimmel's hosting of the 2024 Academy Awards.
- Trump claims Kimmel experienced a 'classic blackout' at the Oscars and forgot to say the famous mandatory line 'AND THE WINNER IS.'
- Kimmel responded to Trump's mix-up with a humorous comment, referencing Trump's self-proclaimed status as a 'very stable genius' in 2018.
- Trump's rant about Kimmel seems to be in response to his monologue on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' discussing Trump's declining wealth and hush money trial.
Chaotic moment brawl breaks out in queue at traffic lights between two women: The scrapping pair were caught on camera and the footage was shared on Facebook.
dailyrecord.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/chaotic-moment-brawl-breaks-out-32606574
Lancaster County commissioners replace library board members: A scheduled drag queen storytime event drew more applicants than usual to the library board.
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/lancaster-county-commissioners-replace-library-board-members.html
Megachurch Pastor Responds To Accusation That He Plagiarized Apology For Sexist Joke
huffpost.com/entry/megachurch-pastor-responds-to-accusation-that-he-plagiarized-apology-for-sexist-joke_n_662127a3e4b0868a1b8ff9de
Fact check: Nebo School District responds to claims about student protest over ‘furries’
sltrib.com/news/education/2024/04/17/fact-check-nebo-school-district/
The Intelligence: He said, she fled: All over the world, young men are identifying more with the political right, even as women drift more to the left ...
play.acast.com/s/theintelligencepodcast/the-intelligence-he-said-she-fled
The EU has given TikTok 24 hours to provide details about its payment-for-views Lite app feature
techspot.com/news/102664-eu-has-given-tiktok-24-hours-provide-details.html
Quick Glance: ByteDance Given 24 Hours to Provide DSA Risk Assessment for TikTok Lite
- The EU demands TikTok owner ByteDance to submit a risk assessment for TikTok Lite within 24 hours to address compliance questions related to the Digital Services Act.
- EU's concerns focus on the launch of TikTok Lite, especially on a reward-linked engagement feature that could have a negative impact on young people's mental health.
- The EU has requested TikTok to provide more information on the risk assessment of the new program and the measures to mitigate systemic risks.
- The company has until April 26 to provide additional information before the EU decides on potential further steps, such as a formal investigation.
Stabbed Sydney Assyrian bishop says recovering quickly, forgives attacker: SYDNEY — An Assyrian bishop who was stabbed during a service at his Sydney church said ...
asiaone.com/world/stabbed-sydney-assyrian-bishop-says-recovering-quickly-forgives-attacker
TMI: Has social media made us oversharers?: How much is too much when sharing details of your life online?
straitstimes.com/singapore/tmi-has-social-media-made-us-oversharers
Warhammer 40K fans were shocked by a female Custodes codex reveal: The Adeptus Custodes are one of the many Warhammer armies, but a recent lore reveal drew ...
polygon.com/24133023/adeptus-custodes-explainer-warhammer-40k-female-custodians
Major cases before the US Supreme Court this term: The U.S. Supreme Court's current term features major cases involving former President Donald Trump's ballot ...
reuters.com/world/us/major-cases-before-us-supreme-court-this-term-2024-03-29/
Danny Dyer devastated to find out nine-year-old son is a fan of Andrew Tate: EastEnders icon Danny Dyer has shared his horror at finding out his nine-year-old ...
mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/danny-dyer-devastated-find-out-32603660
Kate Garraway fans hit back at post saying it's 'wrong on every level': Fans flocked to social media to send support to the GMB presenter.
dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/celebrity/kate-garraways-fans-hit-back-32605550
Quick Glance: Kate Garraway Fans Outraged Over Post to Deceased Husband
- Kate Garraway reached out on social media to address unsettling post received by her late husband Derek Draper.
- Following Kate's desperate plea, her fans sympathize with her and express outrage over the situation.
- Kate revealed the significant debts she has incurred due to Derek's care costs and discussed the lack of government support.
- Despite Derek's critical health condition and the substantial debt burden after his passing, Kate continues to struggle to receive the necessary assistance.
MCMC to call up 3 social media figures: They are Chegubard, Papagomo, and Salim Iskandar.
malaysiakini.com/news/702659
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First product of Meghan's lifestyle brand revealed: The jars of strawberry jam, labelled America Riviera Orchard, have been shared with friends and influencers.
bbc.com/news/uk-68827708
No, Dubai’s Floods Weren’t Caused by Cloud Seeding: Heavy rain has triggered flash flooding in Dubai. But those who blame cloud seeding are misguided.
wired.com/story/dubai-flooding-uae-cloud-seeding-climate-change/
Quick Glance: Cloud Seeding and the Record-Breaking Rains in Dubai
- Record-breaking rainfall in the UAE has caused widespread flooding.
- Experts speculate that cloud seeding may have contributed to this unprecedented weather event.
- Cloud seeding is a technique where special salt flares are burned in clouds to stimulate rain.
- While cloud seeding is practiced in many countries, some scientists remain cautious about its long-term impacts.
Is Meghan Markle launching this product under her new lifestyle brand? : A glimpse of Meghan Markle's new business venture has been teased on social media ...
wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-is-meghan-markle-launching-this-product-under-her-new-lifestyle-brand-712178
Quick Glance: Discover When Meghan Markle's Jam Will Be Available for Purchase
- Shortly after debuting her highly anticipated lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard, Meghan Markle unveiled the first product.
- Markle made a return to Instagram to reveal the brand's identity and a website featuring a logo representing her neighborhood 'Montecito' with a sign-up link for the waitlist.
- The initial product will be strawberry jam, with a focus on home, garden, food, and lifestyle content based on information from the trademark application documents.
- While the specific release date remains undisclosed, interested individuals can already join the waitlist and anticipate further updates on Markle's product line.
Live updates: 12 jurors seated in Trump hush money trial as more alternates sought
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/18/trump-hush-money-trial-live-updates/
Teenage boys ‘bombarded’ with misogynist content within minutes of signing up to TikTok and YouTube Shorts
irishtimes.com/ireland/education/2024/04/17/teenage-boys-bombarded-with-misogynist-content-within-minutes-of-signing-up-to-tiktok-and-youtube-shorts/
Shonda Rhimes Had to Get Security Because of ‘Grey’s’ Fans: The show creator told The Times that social media has made fans of her 20-season drama more crazed ...
thedailybeast.com/shonda-rhimes-had-to-get-security-because-of-greys-anatomy-fans
2 Hezbollah commanders killed in IDF strikes as attack drones injure 3 in north: Military probing why sirens didn't sound before drones struck near community of ...
timesofisrael.com/hezbollah-commander-killed-in-idf-strike-as-attack-drones-injure-3-in-northern-israel/
Quick Glance: British Foreign Minister's Visit to Israel Tomorrow; Israel Plans 'Limited Strikes' in Iran - CNN
- British foreign minister's visit to Israel scheduled for tomorrow
- Rishi Sunak urges calm in relation to Iran
- US anticipates Israel contemplating limited strikes in Iran - sources
- Israel warns Iran: 'Will not go unpunished'
X says is working with Pakistan govt to ‘understand concerns’ over ban: Social media platform X said Thursday it would work with Pakistan’s government “to ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/18/x-says-is-working-with-pakistan-govt-to-understand-concerns-over-ban-
Dating culture has become selfish. How do we fix it?: Social media is packed with stories of unbelievably selfish dating behaviour. Here’s what’s going on and ...
mashable.com/article/selfish-dating-app-culture
WATCH | 'It's like he knew' – Did Kagiso 'Pope' Ramoshai predict his own death?
timeslive.co.za/tshisa-live/tshisa-live/2024-04-16-watch--its-like-he-knew--did-kagiso-pope-ramoshai-predict-his-own-death/
X blocks posts ahead of India election after takedown orders: Social media platform X has blocked several posts in India containing political speech after ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/17/x-blocks-posts-ahead-of-india-election-after-takedown-orders-
Boric acid for vaginal health, the newest social media trend: But is it safe?: Boric acid for treating yeast infection is the newest social media health trend.
nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/boric-acid-vaginal-health-newest-social-media-trend-4592242
Controversial Artist Lil Tay Takes Swipes At JoJo Siwa’s ‘Karma’ In Bizarre Gen Z Star Beef
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India's influencers rally millions to vote for Modi: Modi's ruling BJP has co-opted the vast youth fan bases of hugely influential social media stars to push ...
standardmedia.co.ke/asia/article/2001493389/indias-influencers-rally-millions-to-vote-for-modi
At least one dead after heavy rains set off flash floods in UAE: Authorities and communities across the United Arab Emirates were clearing debris on Wednesday ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/dubai-international-airport-says-it-is-experiencing-significant-disruption-due-2024-04-17/
Lewis Hamilton Rags a Skyline Around Tokyo Once Again in Insane Video: Lewis Hamilton's latest video showcases him driving a Skyline in Tokyo ...
newsweek.com/sports/lewis-hamilton-rags-skyline-around-tokyo-once-again-insane-video-1891508
Trump's lawyers and prosecutors spar over 'lock him up' posts and 2020 social media. Here's what you missed on trial Day 2.
nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/summary-trump-hush-money-trial-day-2-rcna147907
Premium Saudi number plate fetches SR21 million: Registration plates with single letter, digit generate significant online bids
gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/premium-saudi-number-plate-fetches-sr21-million-1.102204516
Greg Rutherford reveals what happened in Dancing On Ice accident with scar: Greg Rutherford has returned to social media with a 'gross' update ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/16/greg-rutherford-reveals-grisly-stomach-scar-dancing-ice-accident-20661102/
Higher Ed hires PR: Higher ed is the latest group learning the hard lessons about crisis communications and how no institution is immune from divisive issues.
axios.com/2024/04/18/universities-colleges-public-backlash-communications-approach
You don’t always have to preheat your oven. Here’s when it matters: Alice Zaslavsky settles the debate once and for all in the interests of saving time, energy ...
theage.com.au/goodfood/tips-and-advice/you-don-t-always-have-to-preheat-your-oven-here-s-when-it-matters-20240416-p5fk89.html
What You Can Do To Feel More Hopeful When The News Is So Sad: Hiding from the news isn't really an option, but we could help ourselves with taking it in.
huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/how-to-deal-with-the-news-when-it-all-seems-so-bad_uk_661e652de4b015646f792ad6
WhatsApp's subtle app change that leaves users 'irritated' and 'freaking out': Many WhatsAppers have expressed frustration over the change - have you noticed it?
dailyrecord.co.uk/lifestyle/whatsapp-makes-subtle-app-change-32611099
'Deyaler Desh' director urges audience to check website: The recent Eid-ul-Fitr festivities have witnessed the release of 11 new films across the country ...
thedailystar.net/entertainment/tv-film/news/deyaler-desh-director-urges-audience-check-website-3588931
Atlantic City mayor says child abuse charges don’t change commitment to city: Atlantic City mayor Marty Small on Thursday addressed charges he and his wife are ...
nydailynews.com/2024/04/18/atlantic-city-mayor-daughter-abuse-charges/
Malaika Arora stuns in ethereal white gown, sets social media abuzz with her elegant look. Check out her stunning pics
hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/fashion/malaika-arora-stuns-in-ethereal-white-gown-sets-social-media-abuzz-with-her-elegant-look-check-out-her-stunning-pics-101713424930270.html
Angel Reese Wants New Nickname After Being Picked by Chicago Sky in 2024 WNBA Draft
bleacherreport.com/articles/10117408-angel-reese-wants-new-nickname-after-being-picked-by-chicago-sky-in-2024-wnba-draft
How "The Brazilian Superman" Became An Internet Sensation: Leonardo Muylaert visits hospitals, schools and charities, poses for pictures with commuters ...
ndtv.com/entertainment/how-the-brazilian-superman-became-an-internet-sensation-5460147
Nike's Team USA Kit Is Disapproved By The Internet: "Why Can't Women And Men Have The Same Outfit?"
swirlster.ndtv.com/style/nikes-team-usa-track-and-field-kit-uniforms-for-2024-paris-olympics-gets-disapproved-by-the-internet-for-patriarchal-standards-why-cant-women-and-men-5460366
Viral video shows how a North Carolina high school student slapped a female teacher in the classroom
hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-news/viral-video-shows-how-a-north-carolina-high-school-student-slapped-a-female-teacher-in-the-classroom-101713365545476.html
The Joy of Making Trump Listen to Mean Tweets About Himself: The vicious, thin-skinned ex-president was forced to endure readings of social media posts by ...
thedailybeast.com/the-joy-of-making-trump-listen-to-mean-tweets-about-himself
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Cheers to Posh at 50: Victoria Beckham is the ultimate grafter: She’s been plugging away since Wannabe was a hit when she was 18 and enters her sixth decade as a ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/cheers-to-posh-at-50-victoria-beckham-is-the-ultimate-grafter-5p0vzct3c
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Doctors want tougher law against smacking children in England: The current law in England and Northern Ireland has created 'grey areas'
stokesentinel.co.uk/news/stoke-on-trent-news/doctors-want-tougher-law-against-9230902
Zach Braff, Sarah Chalke, and more Scrubs stars reunite in new social media post: ‘Getting the band back together’
ew.com/zach-braff-scrubs-stars-reunite-social-media-sarah-chalke-8634012
Governor Mbah offers scholarship to abused 11-year-old maid: The 11-year-old girl,who hails from Enugu State, was allegedly molested by her “madam” ...
premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/687048-governor-mbah-offers-scholarship-to-abused-11-year-old-maid.html
Why Mummy smokes: It’s 7.02 p.m. and I’m standing outside my house by the bins smoking a fag. Upstairs, I can hear that my six-year-old is awake but I’m choosing ...
spectator.co.uk/article/why-mummy-smokes/
Foster carer, sister indicted in fatal child abuse case - Focus Taiwan: A foster carer surnamed Liu (劉) and her younger sister were indicted Thursday on child ...
focustaiwan.tw/society/202404180005
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