最高の Expo ポッドキャスト (2025)

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Japanese leader says he hopes Osaka expo will help reunite a divided world 2:44

3h ago2:44

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Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, speaking at the opening ceremony for the Osaka expo, expressed his hope that the event would help restore global unity in a world plagued by conflicts and trade wars.“The world, having overcome the coronavirus pandemic, is now threatened by an array of divisions,” Ishiba said. “At a time like this, it is extr…

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Instagram tries using AI to determine if teens are pretending to be adults 2:11

2h ago2:11

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Instagram is beginning to test the use of artificial intelligence to determine if kids are lying about their ages on the app, parent company Meta Platforms said.Meta has been using AI to determine people's ages for some time, the company said, but the photo and video-sharing app will now “proactively” look for teen accounts it suspects belong to te…

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Gamers try out latest Nintendo Switch 2 console in New York 2:18

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Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date and a $449.99 price tag for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2, which will introduce interactive chat and screen share functions to connect gamers. The company revealed a more vibrant display on the Switch 2, a larger screen and several games that will launch with the console.A select group of gamers…

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Heritage train keeps steam travel alive in South Africa 2:24

23h ago2:24

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There's a steam engine revival in South Africa. Although steam belongs to a bygone era when trains powered the Industrial Revolution, there's now a significant steam rail tourism sector thriving in the country.The Ceres Steam Train to Elgin is one of five steam heritage train rides available in South Africa. A novel experience for some, it's nostal…

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Garbage piles up on Birmingham’s streets after weeks of sanitation strike in the UK city 2:18

3d ago2:18

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There is a stink rising over the United Kingdom's second-largest city.Garbage has piled up for a month in Birmingham during a dispute between the city and its trash collectors. It is a sore sight for the eyes and offensive to the nose. Mountains of garbage are said to be visible from space, and people have complained of seeing rats as big as cats i…

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Here’s what to know about nations considering the 1st global tax on emissions for shipping 2:36

3d ago2:36

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Nations are trying to reach an agreement to charge commercial vessels a fee for their emissions in what would effectively be the world’s first global carbon tax.The International Maritime Organization (IMO), which regulates international shipping, set a target for the sector to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by about 2050, and committed to…

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Remember public phones? The Masters still offers old-school devices as alternative to cellphones 2:06

4d ago2:06

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Attending the Masters for the first time was a new experience for Thomas Abraham, and it wasn't just about the golf. The 16-year-old from Houston had the rare opportunity to use a public telephone for the first time."It was kind of cool," said Abraham, who phoned a friend while attending the Masters Par 3 competition on April 9 with his father, Sid…

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Scholarships for child care are drying up. Now families are paying the price 2:30

5d ago2:30

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For parents who need to work but can't afford the steep cost of child care, federally funded scholarships can be a lifeline. Delivered through state child care assistance programs, the scholarships can mean the difference between a parent working full time—or not at all.But qualified families are increasingly being turned away, thanks to the rising…

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A machine using ultrasound and AI can gauge the fattiness of a tuna fish 2:30

8d ago2:30

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Seafood lovers know that fatty marbling is what makes tuna sashimi and sushi so tasty, so for the industry, it's the fish's level of fattiness that's used to judge its quality and pricing. Usually, several people assess how fatty a tuna is by cutting the tail with a giant saw-like knife, an operation that takes about 60 seconds per fish.But now, a …

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Tulips trending on social media thanks to influencers 2:21

7d ago2:21

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Spring has sprung, and tulip mania is once again attracting social media trendsetters to the Netherlands' world-famous garden to see them. Around 7 million tulips are expected to bloom at the Keukenhof Gardens, creating a kaleidoscope of color to brighten up social media feeds.The Dutch have been dazzled by these tulips since they were first import…

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Immerse yourself in the world of Minecraft at new London experience 2:14

8d ago2:14

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It might look like the inside of a Minecraft universe, but this is actually in a new immersive attraction in London’s Canada Water, where a glowing orb unlocks a new way to play the game.Visitors use it to mine, build and interact inside Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue. It's the game’s first immersive attraction in the UK and Europe.Real-life…

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Bodega cats make New Yorkers’ hearts purr, even if they violate state regulations 2:14

9d ago2:14

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New York City's "bodega cats" are beloved fixtures in the Big Apple—but they're on the wrong side of the law. The convenience store cats that live at many of the city's bodegas and delis look innocent enough, spending their days lounging in sun-soaked storefronts or slinking between shelves of snack foods as they collect friendly pets from customer…

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Australian conservatives withdraw campaign pledge to stop remote work for public employees 2:05

10d ago2:05

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Australia’s opposition party withdrew election promises to prevent public servants from working from home and to slash more than one in five federal public sector jobs.Opposition leader Peter Dutton announced his conservative Liberal Party had dropped its pledge that public servants would be required to work in their offices five days a week except…

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Even weekend workouts could help you live longer 2:14

11d ago2:14

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During the workweek, time to exercise can quickly slip away. But meeting physical activity targets by cramming workouts into the weekend could actually buy back time in the long run.A new study reports that people whose physical activity fits a "weekend warrior" pattern might lower the risk of an early death from cardiovascular disease, cancer and …

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Cooking with kids teaches healthy eating, life skills and more 2:24

12d ago2:24

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To raise adventurous, self-sufficient and health-conscious eaters, get kids in the kitchen.It may sound too simple, but those are just a few of the benefits when kids learn to cook. Cooking builds life skills, promotes healthy eating, boosts confidence and strengthens family bonds—all while making mealtime fun.“It helps to think of it as less of a …

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Microsoft’s AI division head wants to create a lasting relationship between chatbots and their users 2:25

15d ago2:25

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Fifty years after the founding of Microsoft, the CEO of its artificial intelligence division has a big task: develop a new product line that is as integral to daily life as the software giant's past innovations.“We’re really trying to land this idea that everybody is going to have their own personalized AI companion," said Mustafa Suleyman in an in…

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Independent US ski resorts get tech overhaul to futureproof their business 1:59

14d ago1:59

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Data and tech are helping ski resorts operate more efficiently.A New Hampshire mountain destination is using technology to analyze everything from how many ski runs its customers complete to the busiest time for selling hot dogs.The Black Mountain resort is owned by businessman Erik Mogensen. He calls it a “quintessential independent mountain.” But…

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Student magazine encourages high schoolers to stop scrolling and engage with impactful student journalism 2:07

15d ago2:07

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They may belong to the TikTok generation, but a group of Australian high schoolers is reviving the classic tradition of the student magazine. The teens believe it’s more crucial than ever that their voices are heard away from the realm of social media.Student Spotlight is now up to its seventh issue and between student writers, editors and graphic …

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A 16th-century Spanish explorer claimed this Florida beach town. Now it’s a remote work hotspot 2:15

18d ago2:15

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Lori Matthias and her husband had tired of Atlanta traffic when they moved to St. Augustine, Florida, in 2023. For Mike Waldron and his wife, moving from the Boston area in 2020 to a place that bills itself as "the nation's oldest city" was motivated by a desire to be closer to their adult children.They were among thousands of white-collar remote w…

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A beloved library that united the US and Canada faces new border restrictions 2:16

19d ago2:16

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For Allyson Howell, her hometown library is more than just a place to borrow a book; it's also a unique space where different cultures from the U.S. and Canada have mingled and developed ties for more than a century.Howell and others fear that could change under a new regulation implemented by President Donald Trump’s administration as tensions con…

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From orange peels to bottle caps: Thousands of artists create their own ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring’ 2:22

20d ago2:22

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After sending its most famous work to be featured in Amsterdam's blockbuster 2023 exhibition of nearly every work by Johannes Vermeer, the Mauritshuis museum found itself with a blank space where the iconic Girl with a Pearl Earring had been displayed.The Hague-based institution turned to more than 2,700 artists, from Texas to Ukraine, from age 7 t…

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Dollar Tree offloads Family Dollar chain for $1 billion, ending a decade-long effort to find a fit 2:26

19d ago2:26

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Dollar Tree's decade-long effort to fold the Family Dollar chain into its business is ending after agreeing to sell the bargain store chain to a pair of private equity firms for $1 billion.Dollar Tree Inc. bought Family Dollar with its over 7,000 stores ten years ago for more than $8 billion.Neil Saunders, managing director of GlobalData, said that…

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Plastics are seeping into farm fields, food and eventually human bodies. Can they be stopped? 2:19

20d ago2:19

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Around the world, plastics are finding their way into farm fields—coated over the ground in fertilizer, wrapped around seeds, stretched as tarps to lock in moisture and as plastic waste from other industries.It's a problem that has long littered the landscape in Kampala, the capital of Uganda, where a plague of plastic bags, locally known as buveer…

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Bold colors, stripes, patterns and outdoor living are the latest trends at UK Ideal Home Show 2:28

21d ago2:28

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Minimalism is out for 2025, and exuberance is in, according to top interior designers. People looking to improve their homes and gardens are increasingly wanting something "posher" and more high-tech according to style gurus at the Ideal Home Show in London.The Ideal Home Show is the UK's largest interior design show and has been setting trends sin…

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Hybrid training: A look at the new wellness trend 2:31

22d ago2:31

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The phrase “hybrid athlete” is gaining popularity on social media, with thousands of followers embracing a multi-disciplinary approach to training and racing.While it’s considered a positive trend, experts warn that diving into an intense training routine can be risky if not executed properly.Hyrox is a fitness competition that blends running with …

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‘Danish Viking blood is boiling.’ Danes boycott US goods with fervor as others in Europe do so too 2:20

25d ago2:20

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Hansen, a retired Danish police officer, loaded up his basket at the supermarket, carefully checking each product to avoid buying anything made in the United States. No more Coca-Cola, no more California Zinfandel wine or almonds.On his recent shopping trip, Hansen returned home with dates from Iran. It shocked him to realize that he now perceives …

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Stressed? Sick? Swiss town lets doctors prescribe free museum visits as art therapy for patients 2:27

26d ago2:27

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The Swiss town of Neuchâtel is offering its residents a novel medical option: Expose yourself to art and get a doctor’s note to do it for free.Under a new two-year pilot project, local and regional authorities are covering the costs of “museum prescriptions” issued by doctors who believe their patients could benefit from visits to any of the town’s…

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Japan becomes the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after host nations 2:09

25d ago2:09

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Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after beating Bahrain 2-0 at Saitama Stadium on March 20. Second-half goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo ensured the Samurai Blue secured a spot in Asia Group C's top two automatic qualification places.At its eighth straight World Cup, Japan joins co-hosts the United States, Cana…

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More states requiring paid medical or sick leave 2:31

26d ago2:31

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More states are passing or considering laws that require employers to offer paid medical leave. Advocates say these laws can reduce financial stress and make workers more productive. But some measures also stress employers, and the patchwork nature of different state laws can create frustration.Paid family and medical leave allows workers time off …

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A mix of science and tradition helps restore relics in China’s Forbidden City 2:31

27d ago2:31

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It's highly technical work in what looks more like a lab than a museum: a fragment of a glazed roof tile from Beijing's Forbidden City is analyzed in a state-of-the-art X-ray diffraction machine that produces images which are then projected onto computer screens.The fragment being examined has a dark area on its surface that restorers want to under…

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Mobile dialysis unit in Kenya brings hope to patients in remote villages 2:34

28d ago2:34

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A shortage of dialysis centers in Kenya means patients with kidney failure often have to travel long distances to be treated. Now, an organization is starting to ease that burden with an innovative mobile dialysis unit.The 12-wheeled truck hauls a modern clinic around Murang'a County, offering dialysis to patients who live far from traditional trea…

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Simple oven uses the energy of the sun to cook food 2:25

29d ago2:25

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A solar-powered oven is giving people in Kenya a cheap, healthy way to cook food. The simple contraption is an alternative to firewood and charcoal which are linked to harmful gases.The box is set up outside, food is placed inside, and the lid is closed. The sun's rays are reflected into the cavity, heating it up and cooking the meal."I used to use…

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Visa fee hikes and delays hinder international artists from touring the United States 2:43

30d ago2:43

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In New York City, spirited badge-holders and independent music fans wove in and out of 150-person capacity clubs filled with groups from around the globe during the New Colossus Festival, held a few weeks ago.Now in its sixth year, 196 artists were scheduled to perform, more than half from outside the United States. But New Colossus may be an excep…

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Shohei Ohtani merchandise is prompting long lines—even in the rain—in Tokyo 2:44

1M ago2:44

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The Los Angeles Dodgers gave Shohei Ohtani an unprecedented $700 million contract hoping to drive interest—and the dollars that come with it—from fans across the Pacific.It seems to be working. He was the main attraction as the Dodgers and Chicago Cubs opened the MLB regular season in March at the Tokyo Dome.He also produced off the field, the marq…

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Artists battle it out in Sydney art competitions 2:16

1M ago2:16

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Large crowds, loud music, and time pressure aren't typically considered the best environments for artistic expression. But in Sydney, on-stage art battles are turning painting into competitive entertainment.Artists are taking part in a new type of competition where their painting skills will be tested to their limits. In just 20 minutes, they need …

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Eat grass-fed beef, help the planet? Research says not so simple 2:30

1M ago2:30

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A study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences finds that even in the most optimistic scenarios, grass-fed beef produces no less planet-warming carbon emissions than industrial beef. The finding calls into question the frequent promotion of grass-fed beef as a more environmentally friendly option. Still, other scientists say grass-f…

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Electric vehicle owners don’t buy gas. States look for other ways to pay for roads and bridges 2:38

1M ago2:38

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Oregon transportation officials say that without more funding, residents could see further declines in the quality of roads, highways and bridges starting this year. But revenues from gas taxes paid by drivers at the pump are projected to decrease as more people adopt electric and fuel-efficient cars, forcing officials to look for new ways to fund …

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One small business navigates Trump’s on-again, off-again tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods 2:40

1M ago2:40

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At Fishtown Seafood, owner Bryan Szeliga is trying to navigate Trump’s on-again, and off-again tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods.Szeliga, who operates three retail and wholesale locations in Philadelphia and Haddonfield, New Jersey, sells a range of seafood. He said a fair amount of shrimp comes from Mexico and briny, slurpable oysters are the …

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South African artist’s vibrant sculptures fill Johannesburg parks with color and joy 2:23

1M ago2:23

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James Delaney wants his public art in South Africa's biggest city to be more than a magnet for selfies and a delight for children. He's determined to have the vibrant metal sculptures change the mood of its gritty and sometimes dangerous neighborhoods.Over the past decade, artist James Delaney has designed more than 100 sculptures for The Wilds Par…

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New York Yankees drop ban on beards, 49 years after it was imposed by owner George Steinbrenner 2:23

1M ago2:23

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The New York Yankees dropped their ban on beards 49 years after it was imposed by owner George Steinbrenner, in a move aimed at improving player recruitment as the team tries to win its first World Series title since 2009.Current owner Hal Steinbrenner, son of The Boss, announced the change before the team's spring training opener. He called the ba…

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Kennedy and influencers bash seed oils, baffling nutrition scientists 2:41

1M ago2:41

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Until recently, most Americans had never heard the term “seed oils,” even though they’ve likely cooked with and consumed them for decades.It’s the catchy description coined by internet influencers, wellness gurus and some politicians to refer to common cooking oils—think canola, soybean and corn oil—that have long been staples in many home kitchens…

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Majority of the world’s population breathes dirty air, report says 2:44

1M ago2:44

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Most of the world has dirty air, with just 17% of cities globally meeting air pollution guidelines, a report found.Switzerland-based air quality monitoring database IQAir analyzed data from 40,000 air quality monitoring stations in 138 countries and found that Chad, Congo, Bangladesh, Pakistan and India had the dirtiest air. India had six of the ni…

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Can sandals be art? Birkenstock says yes, but a German court says no 2:16

1M ago2:16

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Birkenstocks: They are ubiquitous in summer, comfy and very German. Sometimes they look chic and sometimes shabby. But can these sandals be considered art?That's the question Germany's Federal Court of Justice wrestled with in February, and it ruled they're just comfy footwear.Birkenstock, which is headquartered in Linz am Rhein, Germany, and says …

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Cybercrime crew stole then resold hundreds of tickets to Swift concerts, prosecutors say 2:30

1M ago2:30

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A cybercrime crew stole and then resold more than 900 digital tickets to Taylor Swift concerts and other pricey events on StubHub, according to prosecutors in New York.The international scam involved people working in Jamaica for a firm contracted by the online ticket marketplace, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz said.The contractors stole the…

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Mobile tech industry expected to generate $11 trillion for world economy 2:31

1M ago2:31

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Mobile technology is predicted to generate $11 trillion for the global economy by 2030, according to a new report. The analysis was released by the organizers of the Mobile World Congress (MWC), the tech show which opened in Barcelona on March 3.It’s the ‘who’s who’ of the mobile technology industry.MWC is billed as the biggest connectivity event i…

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HMD unveils device for teens and new Nokia update for football fans 2:38

1M ago2:38

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A device aimed at keeping teens safe and two more for football fans—these are the latest offerings from phone maker HMD.The Finnish manufacturer, famous for making Nokia phones, revealed the details on the opening day of the MWC tech show in Barcelona.HMD unveiled its first smartphone specifically designed to protect teens. Parents can control the …

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Trump’s transportation department cancels new review step that could’ve slowed state projects 2:34

2M ago2:34

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President Donald Trump's administration backed off its demand for an extra layer of federal scrutiny whenever states seek even minor changes to their transportation plans after the rescinded requirement sparked concern that some payments for roads, bridges and transit would be delayed or even halted due to policy differences.Most of the federal mon…

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Microsoft shutting down Skype in May 2:33

1M ago2:33

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Microsoft is closing down Skype, the video-calling service it bought for $8.5 billion in 2011, which had helped spark a transformation in how people communicate online.The tech giant said it will retire Skype in May and shift some of its services to Microsoft Teams, its flagship videoconferencing and team applications platform. Skype users will be …

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Hulu viewers miss Oscars climax in latest mishap for streaming platforms’ live programming 2:20

2M ago2:20

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Sunday night, March 2 marked Hulu's first time airing the Oscars (or the Academy Awards) live. But its Academy Awards debut ended on a chaotic and frustratingly premature note.Hulu's livestream cut off in the final moments of the show—with two major award categories, best actress and best picture, still to be announced because of a scheduling syste…

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Lobster fishermen can sue environmental group for defamation, judge says 2:25

2M ago2:25

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A group of lobster fishermen can sue one of the world’s largest seafood watchdog groups for defamation, a federal court has ruled, over a report that described Maine lobster as an unwise choice for consumers.The threat to a rare whale species from getting tangled in fishing gear has prompted Monterey Bay Aquarium in California to caution against ea…

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