alexsl/iStock(NEW YORK) — Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg presented his vision for the future of Facebook as a “a privacy-focused messaging and social networking platform” on Wednesday after years of scrutiny from advocacy groups, users and politicians following privacy breaches and scandals. “I understand that many people don’t think Facebook can or would even want to …
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Mar 06
Frustrated by White House, Senate seeks ways to pressure Saudi Arabia, presses Trump’s pick for ambassador
CIL868/iStock(WASHINGTON) — Incensed by Saudi Arabia’s behavior in recent years and frustrated by the Trump administration’s tacit endorsement of it, the Senate has spent months voicing its concerns, but the chorus on Wednesday was at its loudest with both parties in tune. Republicans and Democrats both called out Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Saudi …
Mar 06
Sisters allegedly killed elderly dad in ‘perfect murder’ plot then covered it up for years: Sheriff
Pinellas County Sheriffs Office(PALM HARBOR, Fla.) — Two sisters are accused of killing their 85-year-old father in a chilling, premeditated plot that was uncovered four years later, thanks to a man, who had a sexual relationship with both sisters and came forward, authorities said. Linda Roberts, 61, and Mary-Beth Tomaselli, 63, were arrested and charged …
Mar 06
Unidentified little girl found dead near Los Angeles hiking trail: Officials
KABC(LOS ANGELES) — Authorities are investigating the death of a little girl whose body was found near a Los Angeles hiking trail, officials said. The unidentified, African American girl was believed to be between 7 and 10-years-old, according to a statement from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Her body was discovered in Hacienda Heights …
Mar 06
Investigation launched after explosive devices sent to major London transport hubs
gynane/iStock(LONDON) — An investigation has been launched after three “small improvised explosives,” one of which partially exploded, were discovered after being sent to major transport hubs in London on Tuesday, police said. No one was injured and no arrests have been made, though the Metropolitan Police are working with the U.K.’s counter-terror forces in the …
Mar 06
Meghan Markle joins Prince Harry on stage at Wembley Stadium in surprise appearance
John Phillips/Getty Images(LONDON) — Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, drew huge applause Wednesday when she joined her husband, Prince Harry, onstage in a surprise appearance. Harry was making a speech at the We Day UK event at Wembley Stadium, which is organized by the WE Charity to address children’s rights, when he reached down for …
Mar 06
Family recalls moment fast-moving avalanche swept over their truck
ABC News(NEW YORK) — The Goleman family was driving home from a Sunday ski trip in Colorado when they saw an avalanche barreling down the surrounding mountains toward them. Shaune Goleman said he considered hitting the breaks on his truck or speeding ahead, but the highway was icy and there were cars both in front …
Mar 06
After a slow start and surprised taxpayers, refunds are up
agshotime/iStock(WASHINGTON) — The average 2018 refund is up, according to the latest IRS accounting, after a sharp decrease at the start of tax season surprised taxpayers expecting to see more benefits from the Trump tax cut. Four weeks into the tax filing season, the most recent IRS numbers, from Feb. 22, showed average tax refunds …
Mar 06
T-Mobile spent $195,000 at Trump’s DC Hotel since announcing Sprint merger
raksyBH/iStock(WASHINGTON) — T-Mobile has spent $195,000 at the Trump International Hotel in Washington since April of 2018, according to a letter the company sent to two Democratic lawmakers, a sharp increase matched by spending at other hotels in the nation’s capital since the telecom giant announced a merger with Sprint requiring Trump administration approval. “These …
Mar 06
Top automakers bring the sizzle to glitzy Geneva car show
Mustafa Yalcin/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images(GENEVA) — Every March, the biggest names in the auto industry descend on Geneva, the Swiss city celebrated for its cosmopolitan vibe, decadent chocolate and spectacular views of Lake Geneva and the French Alps. At this year’s show, which officially opens to the public on Thursday, the glitz and glamour were on …