Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg issued an apology to parents who claimed that Instagram played a role in their children's suicides or exploitation.
The hearing, titled āBig Tech and the Online Child Sexual Exploitation Crisisā, saw lawmakers questioning Zuckerberg and other social media CEOs about the safety of their platforms.
#MarkZuckerberg #Meta #JoshHawley #MetaCEO #ChildSafety #ZuckerbergApology #USsenateHearing
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Senate Passes $95 Billion , Foreign Aid Package.
On April 23, the U.S. Senate voted
79-18 to approve foreign aid for Ukraine,
Israel and Taiwan, 'The Guardian' reports. .
Today the Senate sends a unified
message to the entire world:
America will always defend
democracy in its hour of need, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
Make no mistake, America will deliver
on its promise to act like a leader on the
world stage, to hold the line against
autocratic thugs like Vladimir Putin. , Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
A provision to ban TikTok
after the election if ByteDance refuses
to sell the platform is also included.
The legislation will now head to President Biden, who told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on
April 23 that he will "move quickly" to provide aid.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson, .
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson, .
with whom he worked "hand in hand and shoulder to shoulder to get this bill done.".
A lot of people inside and
outside the Congress wanted this
package to fail. But today those in
Congress who stand on the side of
democracy are winning the day, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell also issued a statement.
Todayās action is overdue, but our work
does not end here. Trust in American
resolve is not rebuilt overnight. Expanding
and restocking the arsenal of democracy
doesnāt just happen by magic, Senate Majority Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, via statement
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The Senate passed a bill compelling ByteDance to sell TikTok in the US within a year or face a ban, garnering strong bipartisan support. TikTok vows to contest it in court, citing First Amendment violations. Concerns linger about data privacy and censorship linked to China, amid ongoing political scrutiny of the platform.
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United States Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin rejects claims of genocide by Israel in Gaza but acknowledges the need for sustainable improvements. The remarks came during a Senate hearing, where concerns over civilian casualties and humanitarian conditions were raised. Efforts to press Israel to protect civilians continue amid ongoing conflict, with the US emphasising the importance of addressing the humanitarian crisis.
#UnitedStates #LloydAustin #IsraelGaza #Israel #Gazawar #Israelnews #Biden #Israelwar #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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WhatsApp Is Rolling Out , Passkeys for iOS.
The announcement was made on April 24.
WhatsApp passkey support on iPhones
comes months after Meta's encrypted messaging app made the feature available
to Android users, The Verge reports. .
Passkeys are meant to replace passwords because they are more secure and convenient.
They also enable you to sign in when disconnected from a network.
To enable passkeys for WhatsApp on
iOS, open settings, then go to accounts,
which is where you'll find the option.
However, rollouts can take time, so keep checking if you don't see passkeys right away.
WhatsApp spokesperson Zade Alsawah
said more people should see the option
"in the coming weeks.".
Alsawah also said that a QR code from
"Linked Devices" will still need to be scanned to log into the platform on other devices.
āsince Mac, Windows and web canāt
be primary devices for an account.ā
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Jon Stewart is saying that Apple asked him not to talk to the Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan on his former Apple show 'The Problem with Jon Stewart.' Khan, who became chair of the FTC in 2021, has made a name for herself for being an outspoken critic of the business practices of Big Tech companies like Amazon and Meta and has been praised by both Democrats and Republicans for her antitrust efforts. Khan was a guest on Monday's episode of Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show,' where Stewart made the revelation.
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutors are seeking arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and three Hamas leaders over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity following the October 7 attacks on Israel and the subsequent war in Gaza. Get the latest updates on this developing story from Oneindia News.
#BenjaminNetanyahu #IsraelHamasWar #IsraelPalestine #GazaWar #InternationCriminalCourt #ICC #YoavGallant #Oneindia
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Explore the aftermath of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's death and what might unfold next with insights from Ambassador K. P. Fabian. Tune in to Oneindia News for expert analysis and updates on this significant development.
#EbrahimRaisi #EbrahimRaisiDied #EbrahimRaisiHelicopter #AmirAbdollahian #IranianPresident #IranianPresidentAccident #IranNews #BreakingNews #NewsBreak #Oneindia
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With the Iranian President Ebrahim Raisiās tragic demise, a lot is expected to change especially given the current geopolitical situation. Oneindia News talks to Ambassador K. P. Fabian, who served in the Indian Foreign Service between 1964 and 2000, during which time he was posted to Madagascar, Austria, Iran, Sri Lanka, Canada, Finland, Qatar, and Italy. He talks about how Raisiās death would change Iran and Moscowās relation and more. Watch
#EbrahimRaisi #KPFabian #RaisiDeath #CrashSite #Visuals #RescueEfforts #HelicopterCrash #IranianTragedy #BreakingNews #IranianPresident #Investigation #Condolences #NationalMourning #NewsUpdate #EmergingDetails #VideoFootage
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In a devastating turn of events, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, and other top officials have died in a helicopter crash in northwest Iran. The crash occurred in heavy fog while returning from Azerbaijan, claiming the lives of all on board. This tragic incident comes amid rising tensions in the Middle East and has left the nation in shock. Watch for full details on this heartbreaking story and its implications for Iran's future.
#EbrahimRaisi #EbrahimRaisiDied #EbrahimRaisiHelicopter #AmirAbdollahian #IranianPresident #IranianPresidentAccident #IranNews #BreakingNews #NewsBreak #Oneindia
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A Panamanian-flagged oil tanker was struck by a missile off Yemenās Red Sea coast, escalating tensions in the region. The attack, carried out by Iran-backed Houthi militants, caused significant damage but the crew managed to restore power and continue their course. This incident, reported by CENTCOM, is the latest in a series of attacks on ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. Learn more about the implications of this attack and the ongoing conflict in Yemen.
#Yemen #HouthiAttack #OilTanker #RedSea #MaritimeSecurity #GlobalShipping #CENTCOM #News #InternationalAffairs #RedSeaAttacks #Oneindia
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Zac Brown's estranged wife is addressing the fact he's asking a court to muzzle her Instagram posts ... which she says is just him trying to play victim and.. TMZ.com
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Sean Combs Apologizes , for 'Inexcusable' 2016 , Hotel Security Video.
On May 19, Sean "Diddy" Combs issued
an apology after a 2016 video surfaced
of him abusing his ex-girlfriend Cassie. .
NBC reports that the video appears to match
the description of an incident that was detailed
in a lawsuit that has since been settled.
In a video statement released on Instagram, Combs said his , "behavior on that video is inexcusable.".
Itās so difficult to reflect
on the darkest times in
your life, but sometimes
you got to do that. I was
f---ed up ā I mean, I hit rock
bottom ā but I make no excuses, Sean Combs, via Instagram.
Itās so difficult to reflect
on the darkest times in
your life, but sometimes
you got to do that. I was
f---ed up ā I mean, I hit rock
bottom ā but I make no excuses, Sean Combs, via Instagram.
My behavior on that video
is inexcusable. I take full
responsibility for my actions
in that video. I'm disgusted.
I was disgusted then when
I did it. Iām disgusted now, Sean Combs, via Instagram.
My behavior on that video
is inexcusable. I take full
responsibility for my actions
in that video. I'm disgusted.
I was disgusted then when
I did it. Iām disgusted now, Sean Combs, via Instagram.
In November, Combs' ex-girlfriend
Casandra Ventura alleged in a federal lawsuit
that Combs raped and physically abused her. .
In November, Combs' ex-girlfriend
Casandra Ventura alleged in a federal lawsuit
that Combs raped and physically abused her. .
At the time, Combs denied the accusations
and stressed that the settlement was
in "no way" an admission of guilt.
The lawsuit included allegations that Combs
attacked her in a hotel, which would appear to
be supported by the 2016 video released by CNN. .
The video was reportedly captured
in a hotel hallway in March 2016 and
includes multiple angles of the incident. .
Combs is currently the subject of a federal investigation
and a number of civil lawsuits, which include accusations
of sexual assault, trafficking and other criminal activities
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Simone Biles is tired of hearing the trolls chirp about her husband ... telling Jonathan Owens' critics this weekend to "f*** off." The gymnastics star took to.. TMZ.com
Jessica Biel made a transformation over the weekend ... cutting off her beautiful long locks to showcase her new bob hairdo. The actress posted an Instagram.. TMZ.com
The European Commission has asked X, TikTok, Facebook and other online platforms to mitigate risks to elections and clamp down on voter disinformation, as part of new guidelines adopted on Tuesday.
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Shreya Datta, an Indian-American software professional, fell prey to the 'pig butchering scam,' losing $450,000 in an online love scam involving cryptocurrency investments. Scammers exploited her..
Megyn Kelly is joined by Newt Gingrich, author of "March to the Majority,ā to discuss the fiery Big Tech hearing on Capitol Hill, Mark Zuckerbergās apology to families of victims of social..
The US Senate Judiciary Committee holds a hearing on the Online Child Sexual Exploitation Crisis with Big Tech CEOs. Witnesses include Mark Zuckerberg, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Meta, Linda..