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☆ Security is key to financial transactions on the blockchain, says Fmr. Apple Executive Tony Fadell
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailSecurity is key to financial transactions on the blockchain, says Fmr. Apple Executive Tony FadellTony Fadell, Former Apple executive, and Pascal Gauthier, Ledger CEO, join 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk their crypto wallet hardware.

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☆ Stowaway flew aboard Delta flight from New York to Paris after evading airline checkpoints at JFK
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Lex Harvey | Amanda Jackson | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —A stowaway evaded multiple airport security checkpoints and flew aboard a Delta Airlines flight from New York to Paris Tuesday evening, authorities said – a shocking breach that raised serious alarm over airport security. Passengers weren’t alerted to the stowaway on Delta flight 264 from New York’s JFK International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport until the plane landed in Paris, said Rob Jackson, who was a passenger on the flight. “Apparently, she hid in a lavatory all the way at the rear of the aircraft when we departed JFK,” Jackson told CNN. She has a Russian passport and will soon be sent back to the United States, according to an airport official in Paris. “Nothing is of greater importance than matters of safety and security,” a Delta spokesperson said in a statement.

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☆ Arizona man arrested after allegedly threatening to kill Trump
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Rashard Rose | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —An Arizona man was arrested Monday after allegedly threatening to kill President-elect Donald Trump in a series of Facebook videos, including one in which he appears to hold up an AR-15-style rifle, according to court documents. Court documents did not directly identify Trump, only referring to him as “Individual 1.” Court documents identify “Individual 1” as a public figure, former president and the current president-elect. Last Thursday, according to court documents, Tamayo-Torres said in a video posted on Facebook, “[Individual 1] you’re gonna die, [Individual 1], your son’s gonna die. Tamayo-Torres posted a video on August 23 from Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, where Trump held an afternoon rally. During the rally, Trump said he will create an independent commission to investigate assassination attempts while mentioning the attempt to assassinate him at a July 13 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

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— As President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration solidifies its plan for mass deportations, local law enforcement agencies are preparing to ramp up a controversial program that allows them to partner with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. It authorizes ICE to delegate to state and local law enforcement officers the ability to perform certain functions of an immigration officer. According to ICE, as of May 2024, law enforcement agencies in 21 states participated in the program. Other critics have also said the 287(g) program merely serves as a political messaging tool for conservative sheriffs. Earlier this month, the Los Angeles City Council passed an ordinance that prohibits the use of city resources in immigration enforcement.

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WASHINGTON — A former FBI informant whose false claims about President Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden were at "the heart" of the Republican impeachment inquiry against the president has now been indicted on tax charges. Alexander Smirnov, the former FBI informant charged with lying to the FBI about President Joe Biden and his son Hunter, has now been indicted on 10 separate tax-related charges. The charges against Smirnov, who had been a confidential human source for the FBI since 2010, were brought by David Weiss, the special counsel on the Hunter Biden case, which resulted in convictions on gun charges in June and tax charges in September. Before Smirnov was indicted, Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, said his claims were "the heart" of Republicans' impeachment inquiry against the president. Prosecutors said Smirnov was "actively peddling new lies that could impact U.S. elections after meeting with Russian intelligence officials" in Nov. 2023.

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A Kansas City Chiefs-themed romance is the center of the new Hallmark movie “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story.” But don’t expect any references to tight end Travis Kelce and pop star Taylor Swift. King said the players were “all so sweet and very talented,” adding that Donna Kelce was also “a hoot” to work with. “But we’re just forever grateful that all of them agreed to be a part of our movie.”In the movie, Donna Kelce wears a No. On Friday, she will make her acting debut in a different Hallmark movie — this time with nods to her son Jason Kelce, the former Philadelphia Eagles center. For its 15th annual “Countdown to Christmas,” Hallmark said it plans to debut 47 new movies total.

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The lawyers for Freeman and Moss have said that Giuliani, a former federal prosecutor, has not complied with court orders to turn over his assets to the pair. Aaron Nathan, an attorney for Freeman and Moss, said Giuliani had surrendered the car, but not the title. The notion that he can't apply for a title certificate ... " the judge told Cammarata before Giuliani cut him off and started his rant. After court, Giuliani suggested the trial is unnecessary because Liman is "going to rule against me. Asked if he regretted defaming Freeman and Moss, Giuliani said: "I do not regret it for a minute.

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☆ Ex-NHL star Paul Bissonnette hospitalized after restaurant brawl with 7 men in Arizona
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Marlene Lenthang | Marlene Lenthang Is A Breaking News Reporter For Nbc News Digital. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +2 min

Former NHL star Paul Bissonnette landed in the hospital after he was assaulted by seven men in a brawl that broke out at an Arizona restaurant over the weekend, he said. He said the fight escalated "extremely quickly" and involved seven men against him. The fight spilled over from the restaurant to the parking lot, and then to a nearby CVS. The six men arrested face assault and disorderly conduct charges, police said. Bissonnette described the situation as “bad dudes” who were “way too drunk.”“I’m very, very angry about these guys,” Bissonnette said.

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TEL AVIV — The Israeli government failed in its “primary duty to protect its citizens” in the lead-up to and during the Oct. 7, terrorist attacks, according to an Israeli civilian report released Tuesday. Some 1,200 people were killed and 250 taken hostage during the attacks as Hamas fighters infiltrated Israel from southern Gaza and launched thousands of rockets. The Israeli report also identified a "major cause" of the Oct. 7 tragedy as a "glaring failure" by Israeli intelligence branches. It specifically pointed to Shin Bet, Israel’s domestic security agency, and military intelligence for their inability to provide timely warnings or act on those that were issued. Israeli soldiers near houses that were destroyed during a Hamas attack on the kibbutz in Be'eri, Israel.

Persons: Benjamin Netanyahu, Netanyahu, Netanyahu “, Shin Bet, Tsafrir, Benny Gantz, Netanyahu's, Shin Bet’s, Yoav Gallant, Gallant, Amir Levy, “, ” Roni Lifshitz, ” Omer Bekin, Freddie Clayton Organizations: Civilian, of, Hamas, NBC, AFP, Getty, NBC News, West Bank Locations: TEL AVIV, Palestinian, Israel, Qatari, Gaza, Israeli, Sderot, Be'eri, Be’eri, Tel Aviv, London

Traffic infractions against Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill — which escalated to a tense police confrontation caught on video two months ago — were summarily dismissed on Monday when officers didn't come to court, records showed. Bystanders recorded video of Hill lying face down on the ground as officers placed his hands behind his back and appeared to cuff him. At least two Dolphins teammates, tight end Jonnu Smith and defensive lineman Calais Campbell, were driving by, saw Hill pulled over and stopped to help. All of those Dolphins made it to their Sept. 8 season opener, won by Miami, 20-17, over the visiting Jacksonville Jaguars. “If I wasn’t Tyreek Hill, Lord knows, I probably would have been, like, worst-case scenario, I would have been shot or would have been locked up” and “put behind bars, you know, for a simple speeding ticket,” Hill told NBC News a day after the incident.

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☆ Former CEO recommends NOT planning out your career path. Hear why
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( ) edition.cnn.com time to read: 1 min

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Walmart on Monday confirmed that it’s ending some of its diversity initiatives, removing some LGBTQ-related merchandise from its website and winding down a nonprofit that funded programs for minorities. Walmart’s DEI changes were first reported by Bloomberg News. Among the changes, Walmart will no longer allow third-party sellers to sell some LGBTQ-themed items on Walmart’s website, including items marketed to transgender youth like chest binders, company spokeswoman Molly Blakeman said. It’s also moved away from using the term “diversity, equity and inclusion” or DEI in company documents, employee titles and employee resource groups. Walmart’s DEI changes were first reported by Bloomberg News.

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Over 18,000 people have registered online to run for Supreme Court seats and federal judgeships in Mexico’s contentious new selection process, officials said Monday. The ruling party pushed through a constitutional reform in September to make all federal judges stand for election, replacing the system where court employees and lawyers mainly move up through the ranks. Now, candidates for Supreme Court seats and federal judgeships need only a law degree, a grade point average of 3.2, “five years of professional experience” and five letters of recommendation from neighbors or friends. According to the plan, evaluation committees will have just over a month to review thousands of resumes and whittle the field to about 10 candidates or less for each of the 881 judgeships and nine seats on the Supreme Court. Some critics argue that the current justice system, which is riddled with nepotism, corruption and a lack of accountability, needs to be changed.

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☆ Dozens of audios reveal high-ranking Brazilian officers pressured Bolsonaro to stage a coup
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Https | Media-Cldnry.S-Nbcnews.Com Image Upload Newscms Ap-Live-Blog-Byline-Image.Png | The Associated Press | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +4 min

The audios are not directly related to the Nov. 21 formal accusation by Brazil’s police that Bolsonaro and 36 others attempted to stage a coup. In a voice message to Gen. Fernandes, Col. Reginaldo Vieira de Abreu used an expression frequently repeated by Bolsonaro to argue the country’s constitution should be ignored. In an audio from Dec. 8, Bolsonaro’s aide-de-camp, Lt. Col. Mauro Cid, is heard telling Gen. Fernandes that time was running out to keep his boss in office. He waits, waits, waits, waits to see where it is going. We have popular support.”Thousands of Bolsonaro followers camped outside army facilities to pressure military leaders to side with the then-president.

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☆ Abortions increase after Roe overturned and Mario Andretti talks new Formula 1 team: Morning Rundown
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Elizabeth Robinson | Elizabeth Robinson Is A Newsletter Editor For Nbc News | Based In Los Angeles. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +9 min

And former racing champ Mario Andretti shares early ideas for his new Formula 1 team. The much-anticipated decision comes after a yearlong saga marked by drama and bitter tensions between F1 and Andretti Global, led by former world champion Mario Andretti. Sahil Kapur, an NBC News senior politics reporter and F1 enthusiast, spoke exclusively to Mario Andretti about his ambitions for the new team. The one thing Mario, America’s last former F1 champion, hasn’t done is build an F1 team. Read more about Sahil’s exclusive interview with Mario Andretti.

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☆ She went on vacation to Southern Italy and never returned to the United States
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Silvia Marchetti | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

CNN —With plenty of sunshine, beautiful beaches and a slow-paced lifestyle, it’s little wonder that Southern Italy is such a sought-after vacation destination, with most visitors looking back wistfully over their stay as they finally head home. The Baroque “jewel” of Southern Italy, full of elegant palazzos and cozy piazzas, bewitched her. Blackmon had previously gained experience of life in Northern Italy, all thanks to a Hollywood movie. Courtesy Michele BlackmonHowever, for Blackmon, Florence represented an extension of her lavish LA lifestyle, with the high prices to match. Now, having established her new life in Lecce, she says she’s still dabbling as a lifestyle consultant, helping foreigners who want to relocate to Southern Italy.

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PESHAWAR, Pakistan — Four members of Pakistan’s security services were killed as thousands of former Prime Minister Imran Khan's supporters broke through government barricades and clashed with law enforcement in the country's capital Islamabad Tuesday. It is extremism,” Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said in a separate statement issued by his office. The protests were sparked by demands for Khan’s release from jail and the resignation of the federal government over what they call rigged general elections this year. Interior minister Mohsin Naqvi said Khan’s party rejected a government offer to rally on the outskirts of the city. Authorities say that only the courts can order Khan's release, who was ousted from government in 2022 through a no-confidence vote in parliament.

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Former Formula 1 world champion Mario Andretti will be a director on the board of the newly approved Cadillac F1 team, which puts a famous American car maker with racing partner Andretti Global on the grid in 2026. An elated Mario Andretti spoke to NBC News about achieving his dream and his role in the new team: advising on driver selection and the technical side. Do you know when this team is going to become a “works” team with its own power unit? For F1’s U.S. audience, this is a huge deal — finally an American car manufacturer and a well-known racing team Andretti. Ten teams seems a lot, but there’s a lot more drivers, lot more talent out there.

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Here are nine key senators to watch in the nomination battles. The incoming majority leader is nobody’s idea of an ultra-MAGA Republican, but he understands his assignment: advance the Trump agenda. Does he choose to be a heat shield for members who quietly want to buck Trump without doing so publicly? The answers will set the tone for a long-awaited new era facing the Senate GOP. Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky.McConnell is the ultimate free agent as he relinquishes the job of Senate Republican leader after a record 18 years.

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☆ Family of woman fatally shot by police officer given $20M settlement by New Mexico city
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Madison Lambert | Madison Lambert Is An Assignment Editor At Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +2 min

The family of a woman shot dead by a former New Mexico police officer has reached a $20 million settlement with the city that employed him, ahead of his murder trial next year. A minutes-long interaction takes place between the three and Gomez eventually leaves the vehicle to speak with the officer. After returning to the vehicle, Gomez then attempts to flee the scene and Hernandez fires at least three shots into the vehicle. Shannon Kennedy, attorney for Gomez’ family, said in a statement to the Las Cruces Sun-News that Gomez’s parents, children and siblings are still mourning her loss. "They are grateful to the City of Las Cruces for recognizing the injustice of Teresa’s death," Kennedy said.

Persons: Felipe Hernandez, Teresa Gomez, Hernandez, Gomez, ”, Shannon Kennedy, Gomez ’, Kennedy Organizations: Las, Las Cruces Sun, NBC Locations: New Mexico, Cruces, Las Cruces

☆ ‘Ernest Cole: Lost and Found’: The anti-apartheid photographer who turned his lens on Black America
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Thomas Page | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

“He left South Africa and resettled in the United States in 1966,” it ends, before listing his survivors. The image, taken by South African photographer Ernest Cole, is one of thousands taken during his time in exile in the United States. Not looking for an impression but authenticity, he cast the American actor over a South African. Courtesy Magnolia PicturesIn the film, Cole despairs, “exile is destroying us one by one.”“You leave your country heartbroken,” the director said. Inside were around 60,000 Cole negatives, spanning South Africa and the US, plus his notes and contact sheets.

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☆ Philippine president vows to fight back after assassination threat by estranged VP
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Https | Media-Cldnry.S-Nbcnews.Com Image Upload Newscms | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +5 min

MANILA, the Philippines — Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. vowed Monday to fight back against what he called reckless and troubling threats against him, speaking out after his estranged vice president said he would be assassinated if she herself were killed. “If planning the assassination of the president is that easy, how much more for ordinary citizens?” he said. Sara Duterte told reporters she had yet to hear the president’s statement but she recalled the 1983 assassination of former Senator Benigno Aquino, for which she blamed the Marcos family, without giving proof. “The whole nation fought back when their family killed Benigno Aquino Jr.,” Duterte told reporters. Rodrigo Duterte told the hearings that he was solely responsible for the bloody crackdown and has urged the ICC to “hurry up” with its investigation.

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☆ Trump says he plans to enact new tariffs on Canada, China and Mexico on his first day in his office
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Zoë Richards | Https | Media-Cldnry.S-Nbcnews.Com Image Upload Newscms Steve_Kopack.Jpg | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +3 min

President-elect Donald Trump on Monday said his incoming administration would slap new tariffs on imported goods from Mexico, Canada and China, solidifying a key campaign promise that could have a major impact on trade. Trump said that he would also seek to impose additional tariffs on China. Mexico and Canada are the United States’ top two trading partners, accounting for nearly 30% of trade volumes. Embassies for Canada, China and Mexico did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Monday night. The tariffs floated by Trump would upend one of the biggest economic deals of his first term.

Persons: Donald Trump, Trump, Joe Biden, Xi Jinping, Biden, Kamala Harris, ” Trump, Harris, Trump's, Arturo Sarukhan Organizations: Monday, United, United States ’, Democratic, Trump, Capitol, NBC News, National Retail Federation, CNBC Locations: Mexico, Canada, China, United States, United States of America, U.S, California

OpenAI is allowing employees to sell roughly $1.5 billion worth of shares in a new tender offer to SoftBank, CNBC has learned. Employees will have until Dec. 24 to decide if they want to participate in the new tender offer, which has not previously been reported, one of the people said. The tender offer is not related to OpenAI's potential plans to restructure the firm to a for-profit business, one of the people said. The OpenAI investment matches SoftBank's eagerness to deploy cash, with a capital-intensive business model, a person close to Son told CNBC. The company also received a $4 billion revolving line of credit, bringing its total liquidity to more than $10 billion.

Persons: Masayoshi Son, OpenAI, SoftBank, Son Organizations: CNBC, Employees, Apple, Qualcomm, SoftBank's, Microsoft, Nvidia

☆ Elon Musk says human-piloted fighter jets like the F-35 are obsolete. Drone tech can't yet fill the gap.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Ryan Pickrell | Mia Jankowicz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

In the Ukraine war, drones are surveilling and striking enemy vehicles and troop positions. Four years ago, the SpaceX founder said a remotely controlled uncrewed fighter would be a better alternative to the F-35 and argued the future is autonomous drone warfare. AdvertisementIn the Ukraine war, drones have been a priority for combatants, but Ukraine still seeks Western fighter aircraft. Some former pilots and warfighting analysts say the US military should combine drones and crewed fighter aircraft. In this situation, uncrewed systems enhance crewed systems and vice versa.

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