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DOGE Puts $1 Spending Limit on Government Employee Credit Cards

wired.com Zoë Schiffer 2025-06-06 03:57:48

Elon Musk’s so-called Department of Government Efficiency put a $1 spending limit on most credit cards belonging to employees and contractors of the General Services Administration—a critical agency that manages IT and office buildings for the US government—along with at least three other federal agencies. Similar restrictions are expected to roll out to the entire government workforce soon, according to several sources familiar with the matter. “Effective immediately, all GSA SmartPay Travel a

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USDA Layoffs Derail Projects Benefiting American Farmers

wired.com Matt Reynolds 2025-06-06 05:30:44

The widespread layoff of Department of Agriculture scientists has thrown vital research into disarray, according to former and current employees of the agency. Scientists hit by the layoffs were working on projects to improve crops, defend against pests and disease, and understand the climate impact of farming practices. The layoffs also threaten to undermine billions of taxpayer dollars paid to farmers to support conservation practices, experts warn. The USDA layoffs are part of the Trump admi

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Children routinely using social media, Australian regulator says

feeds.bbci.co.uk Unknown 2025-06-06 07:31:30

Children routinely using social media, Australian regulator says 1 hour ago Graham Fraser Technology Reporter Getty Images More than 80% of Australian children aged eight to 12 use social media or messaging services that are only meant to be for over-13s, according to new research. It comes as Australia plans to implement a total social media ban for under-16s that is expected by the end of this year. The country's internet regulator, eSafety, found YouTube, TikTok and Snapchat were the most

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Apple currently only able to detect Pegasus spyware in half of infected iPhones

9to5mac.com Ben Lovejoy 2025-06-06 07:55:38

NSO’s Pegasus spyware is one of the most frightening privacy threats an iPhone owner can face. Without you taking any action at all, it’s able to completely take over your phone, accessing almost all of the personal data stored on it, and some versions have been able to activate cameras and microphones. Pegasus exploits zero-day vulnerabilities – security holes Apple doesn’t yet know about – but the iPhone maker has another way to fight back … Apple aims to detect Pegasus spyware iOS includes

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Microsoft fixes Power Pages zero-day bug exploited in attacks

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-06-06 07:34:14

Microsoft has issued a security bulletin for a high-severity elevation of privilege vulnerability in Power Pages, which hackers exploited as a zero-day in attacks. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-24989, is an improper access control problem impacting Power Pages, allowing unauthorized actors to elevate their privileges over a network and bypass user registration controls. Microsoft says it has addressed the risk at the service level and notified impacted customers accordingly, enclosing instruct

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'Wicked' Movie Streaming on Peacock: Release Date and Time

cnet.com Meara Isenberg 2025-06-06 07:12:18

Dust off a broomstick and warm up your pipes -- the first part of Universal's film adaptation of Wicked has a Peacock streaming date. The streaming service is also throwing in the sing-along version, so you can memorize all the lyrics during the wait for part two, titled Wicked: For Good. Committed fans will be able to enjoy more bonus content, including deleted scenes and behind-the-scenes featurettes. The first part of Wicked stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande as Elphaba and Glinda, stude

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8 Best Projectors According to Our Reviewers (2025)

wired.com Parker Hall 2025-06-06 07:02:00

There's nothing like watching your favorite films in a dark room on a massive screen. For that authentic movie theater experience at home, you’ll need a projector (and a popcorn maker). You used to have to shell out more than $10,000 to get an excellent projected experience, but you can now get a massive, beautiful picture for less than the cost of a flagship TV. Projectors are also much more portable and easier to set up than ever. And if you have space, there are excellent pocket-sized and sh

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UK healthcare giant HCRG confirms hack after ransomware gang claims theft of sensitive data

techcrunch.com Carly Page 2025-06-06 07:02:57

U.K. healthcare giant HCRG Care Group has confirmed it’s investigating a cybersecurity incident after a ransomware gang claimed to have breached the company’s systems to steal troves of sensitive data. HCRG Care Group is one of the largest independent providers of community health and care services in the United Kingdom. The organization, previously known as Virgin Care and now owned by Twenty20 Capita, partners with National Health Service trusts and local authorities around the U.K. to delive

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Europe risks becoming a 'museum' if it doesn't innovate in AI and deregulate, Swedish PM warns

cnbc.com Ryan Browne 2025-06-06 07:55:26

STOCKHOLM — Europe is at risk of becoming a "museum" if it doesn't soften strict curbs on artificial intelligence technologies and deregulate, Sweden's Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said Thursday. "I think we really need to step up in Europe ... the American economy, Chinese economy have been growing far faster compared to the European economies over the last 20 years," the premier told attendees of the Techarena event in Stockholm. "If we don't change that, Europe will actually become some k

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I tried the new PS3 emulator on Android and it technically works, but it has a long way to go

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-06-06 09:00:53

Nick Fernandez / Android Authority The era of PS3 emulation on Android is here! To some degree, at least. Android emulation geeks are abuzz with excitement over aPS3e, the first native PS3 emulator for Android phones. Sure, most of the code appears to be cobbled together from open-source PS3 emulation projects like RPCS3, Vita3K, and Termux (probably breaking their licenses), but the fact that it’s working at all is a big step forward. The app itself has now been removed from GitHub due to th

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It’s Raining SpaceX Debris in Poland

gizmodo.com Aj Dellinger 2025-06-06 11:40:40

If you happened to be awake and looking at the sky at around 3:30 am in Northern Europe on Wednesday, you got quite the show. It was around that time that a Space X Falcon 9 rocket was making an uncontrolled reentry into the Earth’s atmosphere, with the fiery debris spotted in the sky by residents in Denmark, Sweden, and England, per the BBC. But it was Poland that got to see the aftermath up close and personal, as what is believed to be parts of the rocket crash-landed across the country. Jasn

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Alexa Built-in LG C3 OLED 65-Inch Smart TV Is $500 Off Now on Amazon, Lowest Price Ever

gizmodo.com Brittany Vincent 2025-06-06 11:50:03

Movie night just got a whole lot better with LG’s C3 OLED, a TV that makes everything look ridiculously good. Whether you’re diving into the latest PS5 games or binging your favorite shows, this 65-inch beast delivers those perfect OLED blacks and colors that pop off the screen. Plus, the newer Evo panel means it’s bright enough to look amazing even in sunny rooms – no more closing all the curtains just to see what’s happening in dark scenes. See at Amazon Here’s the deal: Amazon’s slashed the

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Best Internet Providers in Minneapolis, Minnesota

cnet.com Stephen J. Bronner 2025-06-06 06:14:00

What is the best internet provider in Minneapolis? Xfinity is CNET's top pick for the best internet service provider for most Minneapolis households thanks to its wide selection of plans and solid coverage throughout the area. Whether you need fast speeds for gaming and streaming or an affordable connection for everyday home usage, Xfinity's wide range of plans has options for everyone. It offers competitive prices and reliable customer support as well, making Xfinity a solid overall choice. I

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Now's the Time to Lock in an APY Up to 4.65%. Today's CD Rates, Feb. 20, 2025

cnet.com Kelly Ernst 2025-06-06 08:30:00

Key takeaways You can earn up to 4.65% APY with today's best CDs. APYs haven't shifted much in recent days, but they won't stay high forever. By opening a CD now, you can protect your earnings from expected Fed rate cuts. Sometimes, no news is good news. As banks wait to see how long the Federal Reserve keeps interest rates paused, certificate of deposit rates haven't budged much over the past week. That's good news for savers who have yet to take advantage of still-elevated annual percentage

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Google Ad-Tech Users Can Target National Security ‘Decision Makers’ and People With Chronic Diseases

wired.com Dell Cameron 2025-06-06 10:21:41

A WIRED investigation into the inner workings of Google’s advertising ecosystem reveals that a wealth of sensitive information on Americans is being openly served up to some of the world’s largest brands despite the company’s own rules against it. Experts say that when combined with other data, this information could be used to identify and target specific individuals. Display & Video 360 (DV360), one of the dominant marketing platforms offered by the search giant, is offering companies globall

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Valar Atomics comes out of stealth with $19M and a pilot reactor site

techcrunch.com Mike Butcher 2025-06-06 09:40:53

Companies developing small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) have raised more than $1.5 billion in the past year, as tech companies hunger for power to train AI models and governments decide to commit to the industry. For example, X-energy raised $700 million this month, and Paris-based Newcleo raised $151 million last year, and one would be remiss to not mention the $700 million invested into Oklo, NuScale and Nano Nuclear for similar projects in the U.S. While nuclear fusion still looks relati

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Apple Podcasts Connect will go down for up to eight hours next week

9to5mac.com Zac Hall 2025-06-06 05:57:04

Heads up, fellow podcasters. Apple has announced some scheduled downtime for Podcasts Connect next week. The downtime is planned for next Saturday morning. Apple shared the following today: On March 1, starting at 6:00 a.m. PST, Apple Podcasts Connect will be unavailable for up to eight hours. Access to Apple Podcasts Connect and Analytics will not be available during this time. Hopefully, this scheduled maintenance improves processing speeds for members-only content on the back end. If you’v

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Scented products cause indoor air pollution on par with car exhaust

news.ycombinator.com Patra Et Al. 2025-06-06 04:53:28

Using scented products indoors changes the chemistry of the air, producing as much air pollution as car exhaust does outside, according to a new study. Researchers say that breathing in these nanosized particles could have serious health implications. When you hear or see the words ‘air pollution,’ you most likely think of things like factories and car exhaust. That’s pollution that is out there – outside your house. But have you thought about how you’re contributing to air pollution inside of

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Best Internet Providers in Maryland

cnet.com Amanda Kooser 2025-06-06 02:48:00

What is the best internet provider in Maryland? Looking for high speed internet in Maryland? You’re in luck. Maryland has some of the fastest internet speeds of any state, and most residents have access to at least one fiber provider. CNET recommends Verizon Fios as the best internet service provider in Maryland for most households. It offers symmetrical upload and download speeds, plus unlimited data and affordable pricing. Verizon Fios covers most of Maryland's main metro areas. Just keep in

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DOGE Now Has Access to the Top US Cybersecurity Agency

wired.com Kim Zetter 2025-06-06 06:59:54

Edward Coristine, a 19-year-old engineer with Elon Musk’s so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) known as “Big Balls,” is now on staff at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), WIRED has confirmed. He is joined by another member of the DOGE team, 38-year-old software engineer Kyle Schutt, who is now also on the CISA staff, according to a government source. CISA referred WIRED to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), of which it’s a component agency, when

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RFK Jr. Wastes No Time Revisiting Childhood Vaccine Policies

gizmodo.com Ed Cara 2025-06-06 06:25:25

Well that didn’t take long. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the just-enshrined director of the Department of Health and Human Services, has already signaled that he may try to change the country’s vaccination schedule for children. RFK Jr. made the remarks during his speech at a ceremony held on Tuesday welcoming him as the new HHS secretary. He announced that he would form a commission to study the childhood vaccine schedule as a possible factor for the increase of chronic diseases in Americans, among

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These Are the SpaceX Engineers Already Working Inside the FAA

wired.com Vittoria Elliott 2025-06-06 07:50:14

Engineers who work for Elon Musk’s SpaceX have been brought on as senior advisers to the acting administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), sources tell WIRED. On Sunday, Sean Duffy, secretary of the Department of Transportation, which oversees the FAA, announced in a post on X that SpaceX engineers would be visiting the Air Traffic Control System Command Center in Virginia to take what he positioned as a tour. “The safety of air travel is a nonpartisan matter,” Musk replied. “S

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Limited Run says potentially damaging NES carts are supplier’s fault

theverge.com Jay Peters 2025-06-06 07:50:03

is a news editor covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. Limited Run Games has apologized for a potential issue with two games it has offered on NES carts — Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland and Piopow — that could cause damage to the cartridges or to NES consoles. The statement follows a Time Extension report about the games. In a statement emailed to customers, Limited Run says those two games weren’t manufactured by its “regular”

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Ceramics could be Samsung’s secret to the Galaxy S25 Edge’s slim design

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-06-06 11:11:30

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung is working on a new, extra thin addition to the Galaxy S25 family: the S25 Edge. A new report claims that Samsung could use ceramic materials for the Galaxy S25 Edge’s rear panel. Samsung already employs ceramic glass Corning Gorilla Armor 2 with the Galaxy S25 Ultra. There are only so many ways to build a smartphone, and especially when we’ve all sort of gotten on board with the same basic shape, a manufacturer’s choice of materials can go a

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What does the 'e' in iPhone 16e stand for?

zdnet.com Lance Whitney 2025-06-06 10:18:20

On Thursday, Apple unveiled the newest edition to its iPhone lineup, namely the iPhone 16e. Also: I revisited the iPhone SE in 2025 Initially, many people assumed Apple would christen it with the name iPhone SE 4. But the new moniker makes greater sense given the phone's more robust features and Apple's obvious desire to position it in the iPhone 16 family. What's new with the iPhone 16e? Starting at $600, the iPhone 16e offers a host of enhancements over its SE predecessors. You'll find a n

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Latest Tech News

DOGE Puts $1 Spending Limit on Government Employee Credit Cards

USDA Layoffs Derail Projects Benefiting American Farmers

Children routinely using social media, Australian regulator says

Apple currently only able to detect Pegasus spyware in half of infected iPhones

Microsoft fixes Power Pages zero-day bug exploited in attacks

'Wicked' Movie Streaming on Peacock: Release Date and Time

8 Best Projectors According to Our Reviewers (2025)

UK healthcare giant HCRG confirms hack after ransomware gang claims theft of sensitive data

Europe risks becoming a 'museum' if it doesn't innovate in AI and deregulate, Swedish PM warns

I tried the new PS3 emulator on Android and it technically works, but it has a long way to go

It’s Raining SpaceX Debris in Poland

Alexa Built-in LG C3 OLED 65-Inch Smart TV Is $500 Off Now on Amazon, Lowest Price Ever

Best Internet Providers in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Now's the Time to Lock in an APY Up to 4.65%. Today's CD Rates, Feb. 20, 2025

Google Ad-Tech Users Can Target National Security ‘Decision Makers’ and People With Chronic Diseases

Valar Atomics comes out of stealth with $19M and a pilot reactor site

Apple Podcasts Connect will go down for up to eight hours next week

Scented products cause indoor air pollution on par with car exhaust

Best Internet Providers in Maryland

DOGE Now Has Access to the Top US Cybersecurity Agency

RFK Jr. Wastes No Time Revisiting Childhood Vaccine Policies

These Are the SpaceX Engineers Already Working Inside the FAA

Limited Run says potentially damaging NES carts are supplier’s fault

Ceramics could be Samsung’s secret to the Galaxy S25 Edge’s slim design

What does the 'e' in iPhone 16e stand for?

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