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Pentagon Fails to Investigate Hegseth's Signal Disclosure, Raises Security Concerns

Pentagon Fails to Investigate Hegseth's Signal Disclosure, Raises Security Concerns

The Pentagon has not conducted a routine investigation into Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's unauthorized disclosure of sensitive military information via Signal, a messaging app. This decision has raised concerns about potential national security risks, as the information shared included details about military operations targeting Houthi rebels in Yemen. Despite the Pentagon Inspector General's report indicating that Hegseth's actions violated Department of Defense regulations, no damage assessment was initiated. This lack of action is attributed to Hegseth's refusal to authorize an investigation, focusing instead on identifying potential leakers within his staff.
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X's New Tool Uncovers Hidden Foreign Influence Campaigns on Social Media

X's New Tool Uncovers Hidden Foreign Influence Campaigns on Social Media

X, a social media platform, has introduced a new location tool that reveals the origins of accounts involved in foreign influence campaigns. The tool has exposed numerous fake accounts that were previously believed to be based in Gaza but were actually operating from other countries. These accounts have been used to spread disinformation and propaganda, often embedding pro-Israel hashtags in pro-Hamas content to manipulate trending conversations. The tool's findings suggest a larger, organized network of disinformation campaigns targeting global audiences.
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Retail Sector Adopts AI and Mental Health Strategies to Enhance Workplace Safety

Retail Sector Adopts AI and Mental Health Strategies to Enhance Workplace Safety

Retail Sector Adopts AI and Mental Health Strategies to Enhance Workplace Safety
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Faith leaders embrace sound baths to connect with spiritual seekers

Faith leaders embrace sound baths to connect with spiritual seekers

Sound baths are meditative experiences where participants lie down and are immersed in sound waves from instruments like gongs, singing bowls and chimes
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Mandarin Term 'Neijuan' Captures Global Burnout Phenomenon

Mandarin Term 'Neijuan' Captures Global Burnout Phenomenon

Mandarin Term 'Neijuan' Captures Global Burnout Phenomenon
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South Korea to consider setting up $3.1 billion foundry to grow local chip sector

South Korea to consider setting up $3.1 billion foundry to grow local chip sector

By Joyce Lee and Hyunjoo Jin SEOUL, Dec 10 (Reuters) - South Korea is considering building a 4.5 trillion won ($3.06 billion) foundry to make essential chips, funded by state and private investment, part of efforts to gain an edge in a race to nurture local semiconductor firms as demand for AI chips
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USA Today Highlights Breast Health in Special Issue Focusing on Cancer Detection and Mental Health

USA Today Highlights Breast Health in Special Issue Focusing on Cancer Detection and Mental Health

USA Today has released a special issue dedicated to breast health, emphasizing the importance of cancer detection and treatment. The issue also explores the significant role that mental health plays in the journey of those affected by breast cancer. This comprehensive coverage aims to provide readers with valuable insights into the latest advancements in cancer detection technologies and treatment options. Additionally, the issue addresses the psychological impact of a cancer diagnosis and the importance of mental health support for patients and their families.
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Connecticut Resident Faces Sentencing for $4 Million Counterfeit Goods Operation on Facebook Live

Connecticut Resident Faces Sentencing for $4 Million Counterfeit Goods Operation on Facebook Live

Melissa Cruz, a resident of New Britain, Connecticut, has pleaded guilty in a U.S. district court for her involvement in a conspiracy to import and sell counterfeit goods. The operation, which grossed over $4 million, involved selling fake designer clothing and handbags through Facebook Live. Cruz and her co-conspirators used peer-to-peer payment services like CashApp, PayPal, and Venmo to facilitate transactions. The counterfeit items included brands such as Adidas, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton, with some products imported from outside the U.S. U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents seized multiple parcels containing counterfeit goods addressed to Cruz's residence. A court-authorized search of her home led to the seizure of nearly 2,000 counterfeit items. Cruz is scheduled for sentencing on March 12.
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Survey Reveals Moms' 'Mental Load' Leading to Burnout and Emotional Exhaustion

Survey Reveals Moms' 'Mental Load' Leading to Burnout and Emotional Exhaustion

A recent USA TODAY/Peacock survey highlights the significant 'mental load' that mothers in the U.S. carry, contributing to burnout and emotional exhaustion. The survey, which included 1,600 U.S. parents, found that 43% of women report feeling burned out or emotionally exhausted due to the responsibilities of managing household and parenting tasks. This 'mental load' refers to the invisible, unpaid work of planning, managing, and organizing family and household activities, which disproportionately falls on women. The survey also revealed that 64% of women manage day-to-day parenting responsibilities compared to 43% of men. The pressure to be the 'perfect' parent is more pronounced among women, with 44% feeling the need to 'do it all' compared to 37% of men. The findings underscore the ongoing challenges women face in balancing work and family life, often without adequate support from their partners.
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U.S. Offers $10 Million Reward for Information on IRGC-Linked Cyberattack Leaders

U.S. Offers $10 Million Reward for Information on IRGC-Linked Cyberattack Leaders

The U.S. State Department has announced a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the capture of Mohammad Bagher Shirinkar and Fatemeh Sedighian Kashi, who are accused of conducting cyberattacks on behalf of Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps Cyber-Electronic Command. This unit, known as Shahid Shushtari, has been involved in cyber operations targeting critical infrastructure across the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East. The group, also identified as Cotton Sandstorm and Haywire Kitten, has been active since 2018 and has been linked to efforts to influence the 2020 U.S. presidential election. The Treasury Department previously sanctioned the group and its members for these activities.
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Researchers Identify 'Brainquakes' in Psychotic Disorders, Offering New Insights into Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder

Researchers Identify 'Brainquakes' in Psychotic Disorders, Offering New Insights into Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder

A recent study has identified 'brainquakes' as a significant factor in the disruption of brain connectivity among individuals with psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. These brainquakes represent an imbalance between redundancy and synergy within brain networks, affecting how brain cell circuits process information. The study involved detailed brain scans of 1,111 participants, including those with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and healthy controls. The findings revealed that individuals with psychotic disorders exhibited more irregular and random connectivity, likened to active volcanoes within the brain. This research provides a new perspective on the complexity and organizational states of the brain in psychotic conditions, although further studies are needed to understand the long-term impact of these brainquakes.
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Florida to execute man convicted in 1989 home invasion killing

Florida to execute man convicted in 1989 home invasion killing

Mark Allen Geralds is scheduled to be executed Tuesday evening in Florida