Cantwell, McMorris Rodgers strike bipartisan deal on landmark data privacy bill: WASHINGTON — Since the dawn of the internet age, tech companies have developed ...
columbian.com/news/2024/apr/08/cantwell-mcmorris-rodgers-strike-bipartisan-deal-on-landmark-data-privacy-bill/
Quick Glance: Comprehensive Plan to Expand Online Privacy Protections Revealed
- A new proposal grants consumers extensive rights to control how tech companies use their personal data for the first time.
- The American Privacy Rights Act would establish national standards for data collection, use, and transfer, allowing users to opt out of targeted advertising.
- The agreement would preempt state privacy laws and enable consumers to sue companies violating the regulations.
- Despite key lawmaker support, the bill's fate in Congress remains uncertain as elections approach, and time for legislative action dwindles.
Player just misses $1.13 billion Powerball jackpot — but still wins big in Washington
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Quick Glance: Player Falls Short of $1.13 Billion Powerball Jackpot - Huge Wins in Washington
- A ticket in Washington secured $1 million, but narrowly missed the $1.13 billion jackpot, officials confirmed.
- Although the tickets matched five numbers, the Powerball eluded the player in the April 3 draw, shared by Washington’s Lottery.
- As per the national Powerball site, the grand prize, escalating to an estimated $1.23 billion, remained unclaimed for the upcoming draw on April 6.
- The winning combination comprised the numbers 11, 38, 41, 62, and 65, with the Powerball being 15. Washington also boasted over 49,000 other winning tickets ranging from $4 to $50,000.
Mega Millions has a $1.13 billion winner : The Garden State just got a little greener: Someone won the $1 billion Mega Millions jackpot Tuesday ...
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Quick Glance: Strategies for Powerball and Mega Millions: Tips for Choosing Numbers
- Nicholas Kapoor unexpectedly won the Powerball lottery and used it as a teaching tool.
- The odds of winning Powerball and Mega Millions are extremely slim.
- It is recommended to choose random numbers or Quick Picks to increase chances of winning.
- Playing less popular lotteries can increase the odds of winning, but the prizes are smaller.
Secret WWII Ghost Army's trickery earns veterans Congressional Gold Medal. Ghost Army WWII vets known for deception awarded Congressional Gold Medal
U.S. judge rejects challenge to Washington law that could hold gun makers liable for shootings
columbian.com/news/2024/mar/08/u-s-judge-rejects-challenge-to-washington-law-that-could-hold-gun-makers-liable-for-shootings/
Judge rejects Sen. Menendez's claims that search warrants in bribery case were unconstitutional
pbs.org/newshour/politics/judge-rejects-sen-menendezs-claims-that-search-warrants-in-bribery-case-were-unconstitutional
Quick Glance: Bob Menendez and Wife Face Obstruction Charges
- Senator Robert Menendez and his wife were charged with obstruction of justice.
- The charges were brought before a court in Manhattan and are related to previous bribery allegations.
- The new charges involve false statements regarding a Mercedes-Benz used as a bribe.
‘Staying silent? Not an option’: family takes fight against deepfake nudes to Washington
theguardian.com/technology/2024/mar/12/family-takes-fight-against-deepfake-nudes-to-washington
Quick Glance: Family Fights Deepfake Nude Images in Washington
- Family launches public campaign after daughter falls victim to deepfake nude images in New Jersey.
- They travel to Washington to advocate for new legislation holding creators of non-consensual deepfakes legally accountable.
- Lawmakers recognize the urgent need for action, as current laws inadequately protect against explicit AI deepfakes.
- The family also advocates for regulating AI content to curb the spread of deepfakes.
How should government guide the use of generative AI?: For some, the rapid rise of artificial intelligence is a cause of anxiety. Will AI perpetuate bias ...
thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2024/03/28/how-should-government-guide-the-use-of-generative-ai
How an artificial tooth monopoly put the DOJ’s blockbuster Apple antitrust suit in New Jersey
theverge.com/2024/3/22/24108111/apple-antitrust-doj-artificial-tooth-monopoly-dentsply
ANCA-ER Advocacy Days mobilize Armenian activists for Artsakh: WASHINGTON – Over 50 Armenian activists and leaders from across the country traveled to Washington ...
armenianweekly.com/2024/03/20/anca-er-advocacy-days-mobilize-armenian-activists-for-artsakh/
From Nigeria to New Jersey: How Wisconsin football recruit Sam Lateju became Division I prospect
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Vigils held nationwide for nonbinary Oklahoma teenager who died following school bathroom fight
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Baseball greats Larry Doby Jr., Steve Gromek appear on unique Congressional Gold Medal
sports.yahoo.com/baseball-greats-larry-doby-jr-steve-gromek-appear-on-unique-congressional-gold-medal-212356773.html
The Washington Commanders Vs. Ben Johnson Saga Speaks Volumes: Washington has its new head coach in Dan Quinn. So why is so much reporting focused on the man who ...
theringer.com/nfl/2024/2/6/24063950/ben-johnson-washington-commanders-reports-dan-quinn-josh-harris
Quick Glance: Commanders' Quest for Dan Quinn After Turbulent Coach Hunt
- Whether Quinn was the team's first, second or third pick, he could be the right one for Washington.
- The decision to choose the former defensive coordinator may have been made just minutes before or after Peters' stroll.
- Washington’s search committee endured a wild January, seeing the Commanders pivot from both Ben Johnson and Mike Macdonald.
- There were strong overtures and, according to The Athletic, a job offer made to Macdonald by the Commanders, beyond two interviews, including a face-to-face chat last Monday.
Calls to New Jersey’s problem gambling helpline have nearly tripled since the state legalized online sports gambling. The largest caller demographic is 25- to ... Show more
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These 10 cities have the highest minimum wage in the US: Most cities with the highest minimum wages are in Washington and California.
bostonherald.com/2024/02/01/these-10-cities-have-the-highest-minimum-wage-in-the-us/
Wisconsin sexual abuse case against ex-cardinal McCarrick suspended: Wisconsin judge suspended charges against defrocked Roman Catholic Cardinal Theodore ...
apnews.com/article/cardinal-mccarrick-wisconsin-clergy-sex-abuse-charges-d7e42351254fd214bc0b225b76ca0538
Is your state set to get a minimum wage increase in the new year? This map shows minimum wages across the U.S. starting on Jan. 1, 2024 ... Show more
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Quick Glance: Minimum Wage Workers to Get Raises in 22 States
- Minimum-wage workers in 22 states will receive more money starting January 1.
- The increases will affect an estimated 9.9 million workers and add up to an additional $6.95 billion in pay.
- In addition to these 22 states, 38 cities and counties will increase their minimum wages above state minimums.
- According to the Department of Labor, 20 states will maintain the federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour.
Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Worker Alleges Company Overpaid for Prescription Drugs: Johnson & Johnson was sued by an employee who said the company’s health plan ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-02-05/johnson-johnson-jnj-worker-alleges-company-overpaid-for-prescription-drugs
It's not just Taylor Swift 'nudes': Millions of teen girls victimized as classmates turn them into deepfake porn
nypost.com/2024/02/02/news/teen-girls-turned-into-deepfake-porn-like-taylor-swift/
| Montreal Gazette: "Definitely have much more of a smile on my face now. I feel like I'm getting my life back."
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These 5 Bay Area cities have the highest minimum wage in the U.S.: With the federal minimum wage mired at $7.25 an hour since 2009, many cities and states have ...
mercurynews.com/2024/01/25/these-10-cities-have-the-highest-minimum-wage-in-the-u-s/
New Jersey introduced a smart voting reform—then let it lapse: The automatic right to vote from home helped make the state’s turnout the highest in America
economist.com/united-states/2023/12/07/new-jersey-introduced-a-smart-voting-reform-then-let-it-lapse
New Jersey introduced a smart voting reform—then let it lapse: The automatic right to vote from home helped make the state’s turnout the highest in America
economist.com/united-states/2023/12/07/new-jersey-introduced-a-smart-voting-reform-then-let-it-lapse
Contrary to politicians’ claims, offshore wind farms don’t kill whales. Here’s what to know
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-contrary-to-politicians-claims-offshore-wind-farms-dont-kill-whales/
Devils wrap up homestand vs. struggling Blue Jackets: The New Jersey Devils snapped a three-game winless skid with a victory prior to their holiday break.
reuters.com/sports/devils-wrap-up-homestand-vs-struggling-blue-jackets-2023-12-26/
Commanders hire ex-Warriors general manager Bob Myers as adviser: Despite a basketball background as a UCLA player and general manager with the Warriors ...
latimes.com/sports/story/2024-01-08/bob-myers-commanders-ron-rivera-josh-harris-magic-johnson
Argentina's Milei to meet Biden aide after lunch with Bill Clinton: Argentina's President-elect Javier Milei will meet with a top security aide to U.S ...
reuters.com/world/americas/argentinas-milei-meet-biden-aide-after-lunch-with-bill-clinton-2023-11-28/
The federal minimum wage in the US hasn’t budged from the hourly rate of $7.25 in over 14 years. But 22 states and 40 cities increased their own minimum wages ... Show more
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Argentina's Milei to meet Biden aide after lunch with Bill Clinton: Argentina's President-elect Javier Milei will meet with a top security aide to U.S ...
reuters.com/world/americas/argentinas-milei-meet-biden-aide-after-lunch-with-bill-clinton-2023-11-28/
New Jersey banning sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035: New Jersey is prohibiting the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035 as part of an ...
inquirer.com/business/technology/inew-jersey-gas-powered-electric-vehicles-20231122.html
Ovechkin, Crosby both score as Caps hold off Penguins' comeback: PITTSBURGH (AP) — Alex Ovechkin scored a power-play goal during Washington's fast start ...
thescore.com/nhl/news/2810659
Cosmetics businesses win IDA tax breaks for planned $4.5 million expansion in Melville
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Trump embraces the Jan. 6 rioters on the trail. In court, his lawyers hope to distance him from them
denverpost.com/2023/11/28/trump-embraces-the-jan-6-rioters-on-the-trail-in-court-his-lawyers-hope-to-distance-him-from-them/
Metropolitan Matchup 😤
📺: New Jersey Devils vs. Washington Capitals tonight at 7p ET on NHL on TNT and Sports on Max
Ex-cardinal McCarrick’s sex assault case in Wisconsin appears to be dead: A prosecutor declined to fight the finding that Theodore McCarrick, the disgraced ...
washingtonpost.com/religion/2023/12/01/theodore-mccarrick-catholic-clergy-sexual-abuse-case/
Opinion: I promised my sister I would write about how she chose to die: On the day before my sister Julie died, I lay down on her bed and held her gingerly in my ...
sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2023/12/30/opinion-i-promised-my-sister-i/
WATCH | Thousands of Israel supporters take to the streets in Washington, US: Tens of thousands of demonstrators gathered in Washington on Tuesday for a “March ...
timeslive.co.za/news/world/2023-11-15-watch-thousands-of-israel-supporters-take-to-the-streets-in-washington-us/
New Jersey to ban ICE cars and trucks from 2035: As of 2027, New Jersey will start limiting on the number of gasoline-powered cars and light-duty trucks that can ...
electrek.co/2023/11/22/new-jersey-to-ban-ice-cars-and-trucks-from-2035/
Police clash with protesters outside DNC: U.S. Capitol Police officers are working to hold back approximately 150 protesters outside the Democratic National ...
thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/4312242-police-clash-with-protesters-outside-dnc/
Quick Glance: Violent Protest Erupts at Democratic HQ Over Ceasefire
- Protestors and police clash outside a federal building in Washington DC
- Pro-Palestinian organizers gathered 'illegally and violently' for ceasefire protest
- Feud unfolds at Democratic National Committee headquarters in Washington
- California congressman Brad Sherman evacuated from #DNC after violent protests
Tammy Murphy, New Jersey’s first lady, is running for scandal-tarred Bob Menendez’s Senate seat
cnn.com/2023/11/15/politics/tammy-murphy-new-jersey-senate-menendez/
WATCH: March for Israel live in Washington, DC: Never again: American Jews march for Israel and against antisemitism on November 14, 2023 in Washington, DC.
jpost.com/diaspora/article-773222
‘No ceasefire’: Israel supporters gather in Washington, DC, amid Gaza war: The March for Israel attracted thousands of protesters and top politicians ...
aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/15/no-ceasefire-israel-supporters-gather-in-washington-dc-amid-gaza-war
The good news is the Raptors have had worse starts than this one: The good news is the Raptors have had worse starts than this one
torontosun.com/sports/basketball/nba/toronto-raptors/the-good-news-is-the-raptors-have-had-worse-starts-than-this-one
A strained U.S. aviation system braces for a record-setting week of holiday travel
npr.org/2023/11/20/1214199834/thanksgiving-holiday-air-travel-system-strained
Ian Devaney Is a Detroit-Pizza Convert: ‘It never occurred to me to involve ranch and pizza,’ says Ian Devaney, the front man of Nation of Language and onetime ...
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Capitals build early lead, hold off Devils: Evgeny Kuznetsov scored two goals and the visiting Washington Capitals built a three-goal lead before holding on to ...
reuters.com/sports/nhl/capitals-build-early-lead-hold-off-devils-2023-11-11/
A high school’s deepfake porn scandal is pushing US lawmakers into action: Legislators are responding quickly after teens used AI to create nonconsensual ...
technologyreview.com/2023/12/01/1084164/deepfake-porn-scandal-pushing-us-lawmakers/
Dominican ‘chimi-pizza’ is a pie unlike any you’ve had in N.J.: From Washington Heights, with love
nj.com/food/2023/12/dominican-chimi-pizza-is-a-pie-unlike-any-youve-had-in-nj.html
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Aaron Spears, drummer for Usher and Ariana Grande, dies at 47: The D.C.-area musician received a Grammy nomination for his work on Usher’s 2004 album ...
washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2023/11/06/aaron-spears-dead-drummer/
NHL: Edmonton Oilers also hold their own against Devils: Match report for the game Edmonton Oilers - New Jersey Devils
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Canucks likely out of the running for Ethan Bear: Despite hoping to re-sign the free agent defenceman, it appears the Canucks are going to be priced out by the ...
theprovince.com/sports/hockey/nhl/vancouver-canucks/ethan-bear-out-of-running
Teens exploited by fake nudes illustrate threat of unregulated AI: Expanding access to artificial intelligence could spell more of these instances in the future.
axios.com/2023/11/03/ai-deepfake-nude-images-new-jersey-high-school
First look inside the Jersey City Whole Foods, N.J.’s most anticipated grocery store in years
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Amazon Books retail stores' history, rise and fall: Amazon Books stores are now closed. The retail stores shuttered due to sluggish performance and a company ...
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REPORT: Syracuse Orange football hires Fran Brown as new head coach: One of the nation’s best recruiters is coming to Salt City!
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Tacoma is biggest winner as U.S. awards millions for ports: The White House announced more than $653 million in awards for port infrastructure projects across ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-11-03/41-us-ports-from-new-jersey-to-alaska-win-653-million-in-funds
Biden Climate Goal Remains in Reach Even After Wind Setback: Orsted’s cancellation of two projects off New Jersey is a blow to the industry ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-11-02/biden-climate-goal-remains-in-reach-even-after-wind-setback
Andy Kim says he had no plan to launch a Senate bid pre-Menendez indictment: Rep. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) said he had not planned to run for Senate before Sen ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4310863-andy-kim-nj-senate-run-menendez/
First-of-a-kind nuclear project is terminated in a blow to Biden's clean energy agenda
nationalpost.com/pmn/news-pmn/first-of-a-kind-nuclear-project-is-terminated-in-a-blow-to-bidens-clean-energy-agenda
2nd straight loss for New Jersey
🏒 On Saturday night, the Devils lost at home to the Washington Capitals 2:4.
🏒 Timo Meier brings hope back for New Jersey in ... Show more
White House details $105B funding request for Israel, Ukraine, and more: The White House has released the details of a $105 billion request for funding Israel ...
apnews.com/article/joe-biden-ukraine-israel-budget-3762a0bdf00653e3c8a38175d3c3d3cb
This election could doom New Jersey’s fight against climate change. | Moran: Republicans oppose New Jersey's aggressive efforts to fight climate change on ...
nj.com/opinion/2023/10/this-election-could-doom-new-jerseys-fight-against-climate-change-moran.html
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Sharks look for first win of season against Caps: The Washington Capitals aim to continue their ascent on Sunday when they host the NHL's lone winless team ...
reuters.com/sports/nhl/sharks-look-first-win-season-against-caps-2023-10-28/
N.J. ranks among top 10 most educated states in the country. Here’s the list.: More than half of New Jersey's residents have an associates degree or higher ...
nj.com/education/2023/10/nj-ranks-among-top-10-most-educated-states-in-the-country-heres-the-list.html
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Wild, Devils both looking for consistency in home-and-home: Almost three weeks into the season, consistency remains elusive for both the New Jersey Devils and ...
reuters.com/sports/nhl/wild-devils-both-looking-consistency-home-and-home-2023-10-28/
Hunter Shepard’s unlikely path leads to a memorable NHL debut with Caps: Hunter Shepard made his NHL debut for the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night in New ...
washingtonpost.com/sports/2023/10/26/hunter-shepard-nhl-debut-washington-capitals/
US Senator Menendez's arraignment on new charges moved to Oct. 23 -judge: U.S. Senator Bob Menendez's arraignment on new charges that he conspired to act as a ...
reuters.com/legal/us-senator-menendezs-arraignment-new-charges-moved-oct-23-judge-2023-10-16/
Washington Rallies Behind Israel, but a Lasting Consensus May Prove Elusive: Democrats and Republicans put aside an increasingly partisan divide over Israel to ...
nytimes.com/2023/10/09/us/politics/israel-hamas-washington-biden.html
Menendez deep underwater with New Jersey Democrats after indictment: poll: Likely Democratic primary voters in New Jersey have soured on Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4240117-menendez-deep-underwater-with-new-jersey-democrats/
Quick Glance: Menendez's Wife Involved in Fatal Car Accident in 2018
- Nadine Menendez, wife of Senator Robert Menendez, was involved in a fatal car accident in New Jersey in 2018.
- A retired cop helped her at the scene, despite not knowing her.
- The accident was mentioned in the indictment against the senator and his wife.
- According to the indictment, a businessman financed a new car for Nadine Menendez in exchange for the senator attempting to interfere in another criminal case.
Congressman Henry Cuellar carjacked at gunpoint in Washington: Sources: Congressman Cuellar was carjacked at gunpoint Monday, sources say.
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Taylor Swift hype machine for 2nd NFL game appearance already churning: Video showed her arriving at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey's Meadowlands for the ...
pennlive.com/sports/2023/10/taylor-swift-hype-machine-for-2nd-nfl-game-appearance-already-churning.html
Cory Booker speaks: Bob Menendez should resign from Senate following indictment: “Stepping down is not an admission of guilt but an acknowledgment that holding ...
politico.com/news/2023/09/26/cory-booker-speaks-bob-menendez-should-resign-from-senate-following-indictment-00118145
Quick Glance: Lively Indictment of Bob Menendez in New Jersey
- A senator from New Jersey and his unusual savings habits
- More than two dozen Democratic senators call for Menendez's resignation
- Pennsylvania swing voters may see advertisements about Menendez
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Robert Menendez: US senator vows he will be cleared in bribery case: The Democratic senator says he kept nearly half a million dollars in cash at home for ...
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Rep. Josh Gottheimer Headlines No Labels Call While Eyeing Run for Higher Office: The longtime No Labels ally has denounced the group’s plans to field a 2024 ...
theintercept.com/2023/10/02/josh-gottheimer-no-labels/
New Jersey’s Kim Says Turmoil in DC Casts Doubt on US Leadership: Representative Andy Kim said the US’s standing in the world has been shaken by the threat of a ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-10-04/new-jersey-s-kim-says-turmoil-in-dc-casts-doubt-on-us-leadership
Menendez, wife indicted on federal bribery charges: An indictment against Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) on bribery charges is set to be unsealed later Friday ...
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4217945-menendez-wife-indicted-on-federal-bribery-charges/
N.J., 40 other states sue Facebook, Instagram for harming kids’ mental health: Federal lawsuit targets social media giant Meta over harms to young people ...
nj.com/news/2023/10/nj-41-other-states-sue-facebook-instagram-for-harming-kids-mental-health.html
Quick Glance: Lawsuit alleges Meta intentionally addicts children to social media
- The lawsuit claims that Meta is contributing to a youth mental health crisis by knowingly designing features on Instagram and Facebook that addict children to its platforms.
- Meta has concealed the ways in which these platforms exploit and manipulate its most vulnerable consumers - teenagers and children.
- The lawsuit also claims that children's use of Meta's social media platforms has been associated with depression, anxiety, insomnia, interference with education and daily life, and many other negative outcomes.
- The broad-ranging lawsuit alleges that Meta knowingly violated the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act by collecting data on children under 13 without informing and getting permission from their parents - despite social media companies banning under 13s from signing up to their platforms to comply with federal regulation.
Menendez associate pleads not guilty to federal bribery charges: reports: One of the three New Jersey businessmen involved in the alleged bribery scheme ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4224654-menendez-associate-pleads-not-guilty-to-federal-bribery-charges-reports/
Quick Glance: Calls for Bob Menendez's Resignation
- Senator Bob Menendez to make first remarks following indictment
- Democratic senators call for Bob Menendez's resignation
- Many Democratic officials in New Jersey also call for Menendez's resignation
- Democratic Representative Andy Kim to challenge Menendez
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