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In places where it's legal, how many people are ending their lives using euthanasia?

Mar 03, 2017 05:58 am UTC| Life Law

The Victorian Parliament will consider a bill to legalise euthanasia in the second half of 2017. That follows the South Australian Parliaments decision to knock back a voluntary euthanasia bill late last year, and the...

Uber's dismissive treatment of employee's sexism claims is all too typical

Mar 01, 2017 07:32 am UTC| Insights & Views Law

Uber has suffered a spate of bad publicity in recent days after allegations of harassment and discrimination from a former software engineer. In a blog post, Susan Fowler described being propositioned by her supervisor...

Why there's no legal barrier to a Melbourne drug injecting room, despite political setbacks

Feb 28, 2017 07:17 am UTC| Health Politics Law

Drug injecting rooms have made news this week following a coroners recommendation to set up a trial of a supervised injecting facility in the Melbourne suburb of North Richmond. Despite opposition from Victorian Premier...

Life imprisonment raises questions about proportionality, equity and human dignity

Feb 25, 2017 13:04 pm UTC| Insights & Views Law

A New South Wales man, Robert Xie, was sentenced to life imprisonment without parole last week for the horrific murders of five members of the Lin family. Due to the shocking nature of the crime, Xies sentence has not...

Migrant Crisis Series

Kenyan court forces the country to review its options on Dadaab refugee camp

Feb 25, 2017 13:02 pm UTC| Insights & Views Law

The hundreds of thousands of people living in Kenyas sprawling Dadaab refugee camp have been spared eviction for now. Early in February the High Court in Nairobi overturned a government directive to close the camp and...

Uber Gets Sued By Waymo Over Stolen Self-Driving Car Secrets

Feb 24, 2017 10:03 am UTC| Technology Law

With so many tech companies vying for supremacy in the race for self-driving cars, some of them were bound to clash at some point. This is exactly what is happening between Googles driverless car division Waymo and the...

Migrant Crisis Series

How undocumented immigrants negotiate a place for themselves in America

Feb 23, 2017 07:46 am UTC| Insights & Views Law

Once undocumented immigrants and asylum seekers arrive on American soil, they run the risk of being stopped by law enforcement officials who are charged with investigating their status. A Feb. 17 memo released by the...

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'Wicked' and 'Gladiator II' Smash $270.2M Box Office as 'Moana 2' Teases Record-Breaking Holiday Run

Wicked and Gladiator II powered to a combined $270.2 million global box office haul, igniting theaters as Moana 2 prepares to make waves in a potentially historic holiday season. Wicked and Gladiator II Revitalize...

OpenAI, Samsung Talks Signal a Major Shift for Galaxy Devices, Threatening Google’s AI Stronghold

OpenAI is reportedly in discussions with Samsung to bring its cutting-edge AI technology to Galaxy devices. This potential partnership could pose a significant challenge to Googles dominance in both AI and its partnership...

TikTok CEO Turns to Musk for Guidance Amid Trump Policy Concerns, WSJ Reports

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has reportedly consulted Elon Musk for insights on navigating potential U.S. tech policy shifts under the Trump administration, according to the Wall Street Journal. ByteDance executives remain...

Siri's AI Upgrade in iOS 19 May Signal Apple's Split from OpenAI and ChatGPT

In a bold move, Apple plans to overhaul Siri with advanced AI in iOS 19, potentially ending its partnership with OpenAI. The new Siri aims to match ChatGPTs capabilities, offering users more natural conversations and the...

Politics

Matt Gaetz Jokes About Drone Strikes on Enemies: ‘I’d Order Predator Strikes If I Could!’

Former U.S. Representative Matt Gaetz, a Florida Republican, has sparked controversy with his latest venture into Cameo, a platform where celebrities create personalized video messages for fans. In a now-viral clip, Gaetz...

Ex-Trump Adviser Slams ‘Strange Affection’ for Putin Among GOP Members: ‘This Needs to End

Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General H.R. McMaster, who served as national security adviser during President-elect Donald Trumps first term, criticized certain Republicans for what he described as a troubling admiration...

Georgia Colleges to Ban DEI Programs and Shift to Founding Documents: ‘This Is a New Era!’ Sparks Heated Debate

Georgias 26 public colleges and universities are preparing to implement a sweeping ban on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives while pivoting to curricula rooted in Americas founding documents. The University...

Sen. Ron Johnson Threatens CDC Subpoena Over COVID-19 Vaccine Data: ‘The Truth Must Come Out!’ Sparks National Debate

In a move sparking widespread debate, Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) has announced plans to issue subpoenas to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the Department of...

Majority of Americans Back Trump’s Deportation Program: ‘Send Them All Back!’ Sparks Nationwide Debate Over Immigration Policies

A recent CBS/YouGov poll reveals that a significant majority of Americans support President-elect Donald Trumps controversial program aimed at deporting all illegal immigrants. The findings have reignited heated debates...

Science

Why does everything look flat even though the Earth is round?

Ever since the ancient Greeks first made observations of the circular Moon and the skies, scientists have known that the Earth is a sphere. Weve all seen beautiful images of the Earth from space, some photographed by...

Blue Origin Prepares to Test New Glenn Rocket, Set to Rival SpaceX's Falcon Rockets

Blue Origin is making significant strides toward testing its New Glenn rocket, designed to compete with SpaceXs Falcon lineup. With seven BE-4 engines producing 3.8 million pounds of thrust, the New Glenn is set to test...

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Technology

Bitcoin Slides to $95K, XRP Falls Over 10% Amid $495M Liquidation Wave Impacting 197K Traders

The cryptocurrency market suffered a $495 million liquidation wave in the past day, driven by steep corrections in Bitcoin and XRP. Bitcoin fell to $95,000, triggering mass sell-offs, while XRP plunged over 10%. Amid...

Shiba Inu Whales Dominate Market With $300M in Transactions Despite 9% Price Drop

Large Shiba Inu transactions surged by 148% in 24 hours, reaching $300.98 million. Despite this, SHIBs price has declined 9.05% to $0.00002486, signaling cautious sentiment in a bearish cryptocurrency market. Shiba Inu...

Tesla Turns Shell Gas Station in Spain Into a Sleek Supercharger Hub, Redefining EV Charging

Tesla has transformed a Shell gas station in Cordoba, Spain, into a striking Supercharger hub, marking a bold shift in EV infrastructure and pushing the boundaries of traditional fueling spaces. Tesla Converts Shell...

Shiba Inu Sends Urgent Scam Alert Amid 12% Price Spike: Details Unveiled

Shiba Inus Lucie has issued an urgent warning about shady actors exploiting the crypto community. Her call for caution aligns with SHIBs impressive 12% price surge, reaching $0.00002759. Users are urged to stick to...

Ethereum's Path to $20K: Correction Likely First, Analysts Warn

Ethereum has surged over 33% in the past month, trading above $3,368, but a correction might be on the horizon. Analysts suggest this dip could precede a powerful rally to $20,000 by 2025. With Bitcoin closing in on...