Best Quick News Summaries Podcasts (2025)

LG unveils first RGB TV, signaling a potential big year for mini and micro RGB LED TVs. The LG Micro RGB Evo TV, set to launch in 2026, features an upgraded Alpha Eleven processor and one hundred percent color gamut coverage. Other companies like Hisense, Samsung, TCL, and Sony are also entering the market, potentially offering smaller sizes at mor…

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AI's Stabilization Period: The Next Big Consumer Apps 2:16

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AI startups are currently focusing on businesses, not consumers, despite the initial popularity of general AI tools. Many consumer-facing AI products have struggled to find a lasting audience, similar to early iPhone apps like the flashlight. Chi-Hua Chien, co-founder at Goodwater Capital, believes were on the cusp of a stabilization period for AI …

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Chai Discovery Raises $130M for AI Drug Discovery 1:55

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Chai Discovery, a biotech startup, secures $130M in Series B funding, valuing the company at $1.3B. Led by General Catalyst and Oak HC/FT, this round brings total capital raised to over $225M. Chai Discovery uses AI to accelerate drug discovery, with their latest model, Chai Two, significantly improving success rates for designing new antibodies. F…

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S8 Ep197: Professor Jonathan Healey recounts the humiliating refusal of Hull's governor to admit King Charles I, a key moment signaling open warfare. He discusses the irreconcilable ideological split over ... 9:10

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Professor Jonathan Healey recounts the humiliating refusal of Hull's governor to admit King Charles I, a key moment signaling open warfare. He discusses the irreconcilable ideological split over whether power derives from God or the people, illustrating the tragedy through figures like John Bankes who sought futile compromise. 1669 ALLEGORY OF THE …

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S8 Ep197: Professor Jonathan Healey details King Charles I's failed 1642 attempt to impeach and arrest five MPs, a move driven by Queen Henrietta Maria calling him a "poltroon." This "cinematic" blunder ... 10:30

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Professor Jonathan Healey details King Charles I's failed 1642 attempt to impeach and arrest five MPs, a move driven by Queen Henrietta Maria calling him a "poltroon." This "cinematic" blunder, betrayed by Lady Carlisle, unified Parliament against the King, marking a decisive step toward the English Civil War. 1649…

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S8 Ep197: Professor Jonathan Healey details King Charles I's failed 1642 attempt to impeach and arrest five MPs, a move driven by Queen Henrietta Maria calling him a "poltroon." This "cinematic" blunder ... 6:49

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Professor Jonathan Healey details King Charles I's failed 1642 attempt to impeach and arrest five MPs, a move driven by Queen Henrietta Maria calling him a "poltroon." This "cinematic" blunder, betrayed by Lady Carlisle, unified Parliament against the King, marking a decisive step toward the English Civil War. 1650…

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S8 Ep197: Professor Jonathan Healey details King Charles I's failed 1642 attempt to impeach and arrest five MPs, a move driven by Queen Henrietta Maria calling him a "poltroon." This "cinematic" blunder ... 11:00

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Professor Jonathan Healey details King Charles I's failed 1642 attempt to impeach and arrest five MPs, a move driven by Queen Henrietta Maria calling him a "poltroon." This "cinematic" blunder, betrayed by Lady Carlisle, unified Parliament against the King, marking a decisive step toward the English Civil War. 1625 JAMES I.…

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S8 Ep197: Ernesto Araujo and Alejandro Pena Esclusa analyze Latin America's rightward shift, citing Chile's rejection of a leftist constitution and election disputes in Honduras. They attribute leftist ... 6:20

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Ernesto Araujo and Alejandro Pena Esclusa analyze Latin America's rightward shift, citing Chile's rejection of a leftist constitution and election disputes in Honduras. They attribute leftist defeats to the failure of socialism and credit the "Trump Corollary" to the Monroe Doctrine for encouraging democratic changes against regional narco-regimes.…

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S8 Ep197: Alejandro Pena Esclusa and Ernesto Araujo celebrate the Nobel Peace Prize for Venezuela's Maria Corina Machado, viewing it as recognition of peaceful resistance against the Maduro regime. They ... 13:20

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Alejandro Pena Esclusa and Ernesto Araujo celebrate the Nobel Peace Prize for Venezuela's Maria Corina Machado, viewing it as recognition of peaceful resistance against the Maduro regime. They discuss the regional struggle against a "project of power" linking Marxist socialism, drug trafficking, and authoritarian allies like Russia and Iran. 1958 V…

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S8 Ep197: Edmund Fitton-Brown argues the Muslim Brotherhood creates an environment for violent extremists like ISIS. He criticizes Western governments, specifically Australia, for appeasing Islamists and ... 8:09

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Edmund Fitton-Brown argues the Muslim Brotherhood creates an environment for violent extremists like ISIS. He criticizes Western governments, specifically Australia, for appeasing Islamists and recognizing Palestine, which he claims fuels anti-Semitism and radicalization. He warns of "copycat" attacks spreading to the US and Europe due to this perm…

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S8 Ep197: Edmund Fitton-Brown warns that the West's premature "retirement" of counterterrorism efforts has allowed threats to incubate in conflict zones like Afghanistan. He argues that ignoring these ... 9:40

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Edmund Fitton-Brown warns that the West's premature "retirement" of counterterrorism efforts has allowed threats to incubate in conflict zones like Afghanistan. He argues that ignoring these regions inevitably leads to attacks in the West, as terrorists seek attention by striking "peaceful" environments, necessitating renewed forward engagement. 19…

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S8 Ep197: AHmed Sharawi reports on a "blue-on-green" attack in Syria where an infiltrated security officer killed Americans. He attributes this to the Syrian leadership's reckless integration of jihadist ... 8:50

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AHmed Sharawi reports on a "blue-on-green" attack in Syria where an infiltrated security officer killed Americans. He attributes this to the Syrian leadership's reckless integration of jihadist militias into security forces without vetting. Sharawi and Roggio argue this proves terrorists cannot be trusted to police other terrorists. 1931…

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Apple TV App on Android Gains Google Cast Support 1:36

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Apple TV app on Android now supports Google Cast, enabling seamless streaming of content to various devices. This update bridges the gap between Apple and Android platforms, providing a user-friendly viewing experience without requiring specific Apple hardware. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

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S8 Ep197: Cleo Paskal critiques the UK's deal to hand the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, endangering the strategic US base on Diego Garcia. She warns that China's influence in Mauritius could compromise ... 10:50

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Cleo Paskal critiques the UK's deal to hand the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, endangering the strategic US base on Diego Garcia. She warns that China's influence in Mauritius could compromise the base. Paskal argues the deal ignores Chagossian rights and leaves the region vulnerable to Chinese expansionism. MAY 1953…

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S8 Ep197: Malcolm Hoenlein expresses skepticism about Syria's leader, Al-Sharaa, calling him a "terrorist in a suit" despite Washington's support. He details Israel's concerns over weapons flowing into ... 7:15

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Malcolm Hoenlein expresses skepticism about Syria's leader, Al-Sharaa, calling him a "terrorist in a suit" despite Washington's support. He details Israel's concerns over weapons flowing into southern Syria and Hezbollah'srearmament, warning that Iran continues to build missile capabilities and destabilize the region despite economic ruin. 1870 TEH…

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S8 Ep197: Malcolm Hoenlein condemns the Bondi Beach terror attack as part of a global pattern of Islamist violence fueled by appeasement. He highlights the Australian government's failure to address warning ... 10:34

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Malcolm Hoenlein condemns the Bondi Beach terror attack as part of a global pattern of Islamist violence fueled by appeasement. He highlights the Australian government's failure to address warning signs, including anti-Semitic marches, and notes Iranian influence, warning that ignoring these threats invites further radicalization and violence. 1905…

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S8 Ep197: David Daoud reports on Hezbollah's regeneration in Lebanon, aided by Iranian funding and weapons. He criticizes the Lebanese government's inaction and the international community's appeasement ... 9:45

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David Daoud reports on Hezbollah's regeneration in Lebanon, aided by Iranian funding and weapons. He criticizes the Lebanese government's inaction and the international community's appeasement strategy. Daoud argues that failing to disarm Hezbollah to avoid civil war only guarantees Lebanon's slow deterioration into a failed state. 1950…

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S8 Ep197: John Hardie discusses US pressure on Ukraine to withdraw from Donetsk and drop NATO bids for peace. He details Russian advances near Pokrovsk but doubts their ability to capture remaining fortress ... 10:00

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John Hardie discusses US pressure on Ukraine to withdraw from Donetsk and drop NATO bids for peace. He details Russian advances near Pokrovsk but doubts their ability to capture remaining fortress cities. Hardie notes Ukrainian resistance to territorial concessions despite Russian battlefield initiative and Western diplomatic maneuvering. 1859 Odes…

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S8 Ep197: Bill Roggio analyzes the ISIS allegiance of Australian shooters, distinguishing ISIS's immediate caliphate goals from Al-Qaeda's patient state-building. He warns that while Al-Qaeda focuses on ... 7:56

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Bill Roggio analyzes the ISIS allegiance of Australian shooters, distinguishing ISIS's immediate caliphate goals from Al-Qaeda's patient state-building. He warns that while Al-Qaeda focuses on consolidating control in places like Somalia(Al-Shabaab), they remain a potent global threat capable of launching external attacks when strategically advanta…

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S8 Ep197: Ambassador Hussein Haqqani and Bill Roggio discuss global terror outbreaks, including ISIS-linked attacks in Australia and Afghanistan. Haqqani argues the West prematurely declared victory, ignoring ... 9:53

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Ambassador Hussein Haqqani and Bill Roggio discuss global terror outbreaks, including ISIS-linked attacks in Australia and Afghanistan. Haqqani argues the West prematurely declared victory, ignoring radical ideologies. He notes Pakistan's internal power struggles and failure to track jihadists, warning the region remains a launchpad for internation…

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AI in Podcasting: Friend or Foe? 2:08

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Rewind is Riversides new year-end review feature, offering personalized videos for podcasters. It includes laughter clips, umms and uhhs highlights, and an AI-identified most frequent word. While AI tools like these can automate tasks, they struggle with editorial judgment and nuances of storytelling, making human creativity essential in podcasting…

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Disney & OpenAI Collaborate, Google Faces Copyright Claims 1:47

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Disney partners with OpenAI for a three-year licensing deal, allowing Sora video generator to use Disneys iconic characters exclusively for the first year. This strategic move lets Disney explore AIs impact on its IP and embrace technological advancements. Meanwhile, Disney sends a cease-and-desist letter to Google for alleged copyright infringemen…

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Nvidia's Slurm Acquisition & Nemotron Three AI Models 1:47

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Nvidia bolsters open-source AI with Slurm acquisition and Nemotron Three models. The company acquired SchedMD, the developer of Slurm, a popular workload management system, ensuring its continued open-source status. Nvidia also introduced Nemotron Three, a family of efficient AI models for building accurate AI agents. The company emphasizes open in…

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Apple TV App Now Supports Google Cast on Android 1:31

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Android users rejoice! The Apple TV app now supports Google Cast, allowing seamless streaming from your Android phone to your TV. This long-awaited feature, exclusive to Android, enhances the viewing experience and bridges a gap in accessibility. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m…

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Creative Commons Backs Pay-to-Crawl for AI 2:13

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Creative Commons is exploring a new concept called pay-to-crawl technology, which would automatically pay websites when AI programs access their content. This system aims to charge AI bots each time they gather information from a website, potentially helping publishers recover lost revenue due to AI. However, Creative Commons has concerns about pot…

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Ford Shifts Electric Vehicle Strategy, Cancels Lightning Truck 2:25

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Fords electric vehicle strategy shifts: F-One-Fifty Lightning production halted, new extended-range electric vehicle announced; T-Three project canceled, commercial van plans abandoned; focus on hybrid trucks, vans, and affordable electric options. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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Ford's Battery Shift: New Energy Storage Venture 1:25

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Ford is diversifying its battery production by launching a new storage business, utilizing LFP batteries for commercial grid customers and data centers. This move, set to begin in 2027, leverages Fords existing capabilities and joins other automakers in the energy storage market. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on …

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Google's Gemini AI: A New Era in Search 1:46

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Googles new search feature allows direct AI analysis of images and documents via a plus button, marking a significant step towards AI integration in everyday online tasks. Amidst intense competition with OpenAI, Googles Gemini three model sparked a code red response, leading to OpenAIs GPT five point two release. Googles size and infrastructure adv…

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Lightspeed's $9B Fundraise: Venture Capital Concentration 1:45

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Lightspeed Venture Partners secures record-breaking nine billion dollar fundraise, solidifying its position as a dominant player in AI-focused investments. This trend, however, widens the gap between large and small venture capital firms, with fewer fund closings expected in the coming years. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powere…

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ReBoost Nasal Spray Recalled Due to Contamination 1:36

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Nationwide Recall Issued for ReBoost Nasal Spray Due to Potential Contamination: Consumers Advised to Stop Use Immediately, Return for Refund. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Slop: AI's Impact on Digital Content 1:57

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Slop is Merriam-Websters word of the year for 2025, reflecting concerns over low-quality AI-generated digital content. This term, defined as poor-quality digital content made in bulk using AI, has been widely used to describe the impact of AI tools like OpenAIs Sora and Google Geminis Veo. The surge in AI-generated content has led to a slop economy…

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Google Discontinues Dark Web Report, Offers Alternative Security Tools 1:57

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Google Discontinues Dark Web Report Feature: Focus Shifts to Practical Security SolutionsGoogle is phasing out its dark web report feature due to user feedback indicating a lack of clear, actionable steps after receiving alerts. The tool, designed to protect users from identity theft by scanning data breach dumps, will be discontinued on February 1…

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Slop: The Word of the Year for AI-Generated Content 2:00

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Slop is Merriam-Websters Word of the Year for 2025, reflecting the overwhelming amount of low-quality digital content produced by AI. This four-letter word captures a widespread feeling of amusement and frustration with the current state of AI-generated material. Its a judgment on the glut of poor content now flooding our screens and social media f…

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Trump Administration Launches US Tech Force 1:45

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The Trump administration introduces the US Tech Force, aiming to modernize the federal government by recruiting tech specialists from major companies like Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft. This initiative, similar to the dismantled US Digital Service, will focus on AI integration, application development, and data system modernization. Th…

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Taylor Swift's Eras Tour: Behind the Scenes 2:01

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Taylor Swift: The End of an Era docuseries on Disney Plus offers fans a deeper look into the superstars London Eras Tour shows, highlighting challenges, emotions, and Swifts personal connection to the tour. The series reveals Swifts empathy and resilience, as she performs despite a tragic attack and thwarted terrorist plot, with support from her mo…

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S8 Ep196: PREVIEW: Chile's Political Shift Toward Capitalism and Democracy: Colleague Ernesto Araujo discusses Chile's recent political shift, where voters rejected a far-left constitution in favor of ... 3:19

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PREVIEW: Chile's Political Shift Toward Capitalism and Democracy: Colleague Ernesto Araujo discusses Chile's recent political shift, where voters rejected a far-left constitution in favor of capitalism and democracy, arguing that unlike in Brazil, Chile's institutions remained healthy enough to resist the "destabilization" of socialism because the …

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Journalists' Favorite Tech Gadgets for Focus & Sleep 2:08

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Todays podcast explores favorite tech gadgets and tools used by journalists, covering a range of needs from focus to sleep. Brain dot fm, a streaming service with scientifically engineered music, is a standout for concentration. Hank Greens Focus Friend app boosts productivity, while Omnilux Contour red-light therapy mask improves skin texture. Mac…

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S8 Ep196: PREVIEW: Lebanon's Slow Deterioration Amid International Inaction: Colleague David Daoud analyzes the crisis in Lebanon, contrasting France's lenient approach to Hezbollah with the United States ... 4:11

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PREVIEW: Lebanon's Slow Deterioration Amid International Inaction: Colleague David Daoud analyzes the crisis in Lebanon, contrasting France's lenient approach to Hezbollah with the United States' more aggressive stance, arguing that the international community's fear of causing a civil war by pressing for disarmament is inadvertently allowing Leban…

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S8 Ep195: PREVIEW: Russia Retains Initiative but Exaggerates Gains in Ukraine: Colleague John Hardie evaluates the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, noting that while Russia retains the initiative, it consistently ... 3:38

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PREVIEW: Russia Retains Initiative but Exaggerates Gains in Ukraine: Colleague John Hardie evaluates the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, noting that while Russia retains the initiative, it consistently exaggerates its territorial gains, explaining that despite Ukrainian infantry shortages, their use of drones and counterattacks has prevented Russia fro…

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S8 Ep195: PREVIEW: Western Leadership Fails to Address Radical Ideology: Colleague Bill Roggio criticizes Western leadership for failing to address the foundational radical ideology spawning groups like ... 2:33

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PREVIEW: Western Leadership Fails to Address Radical Ideology: Colleague Bill Roggio criticizes Western leadership for failing to address the foundational radical ideology spawning groups like al-Qaeda and ISIS, contending that politicians avoid this core issue by focusing on political finger-pointing and side topics, ignoring the networks that con…

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Threads Expands Communities, Adds New Features 1:59

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Threads, Metas social network, is bolstering its communities feature with over two hundred new topics, catering to niche interests and fostering engagement. The platform is testing flairs and Champion badges to personalize interactions and recognize active members. With four hundred million users and daily visits from over one hundred fifty million…

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Luminar Files for Bankruptcy 2:08

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Luminar, a lidar technology company for autonomous vehicles, has filed for Chapter Eleven bankruptcy protection, marking the end of a tumultuous year. The company, once valued at over three billion dollars, faces significant challenges, including layoffs, executive departures, and a legal dispute with Volvo. Luminar plans to sell its lidar business…

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Google Discontinues Dark Web Reports: New Security Measures Ahead 1:32

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Google to Discontinue Dark Web Reports: Focus on Actionable Security Measures The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Zoom's New AI Assistant: Meeting Summaries, Task Generation, and More 1:36

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Zooms new AI assistant, part of their AI Companion three point zero release, is now accessible to all users, including free ones. This update offers features like meeting summaries, action item lists, and key insights, all automatically generated. Users on a basic plan can use the AI companion for up to three meetings each month, with options to up…

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Fallout Season 2 Premieres Early 1:23

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Fallout fans rejoice! Season 2 premieres December 16th on Prime Video, a day earlier than expected. With eight episodes dropping weekly, the season finale airs February 4th, 2026. The new season picks up where season one left off, taking viewers from the Mojave wasteland to New Vegas. Despite an AI-generated recap flop in season one, the shows succ…

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Advertise on The Daily News Now! — A Message from Corey, Creator of DNN 1:16

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Corey, founder of The Daily News Now, presents a unique opportunity for brands to connect with listeners through hyper-local, multi-city, or global campaigns. Offering host-read placements and natural-sounding sponsorships, DNN ensures your brand integrates seamlessly with trusted news content. Contact Corey at [email protected] to discuss your c…

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Facebook Messenger Desktop App Discontinued 1:32

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Farewell to Facebook Messenger Desktop App: As of December 15, 2025, the native Mac and Windows applications are no longer available. Users will be redirected to the main Facebook website for continued messaging. The app, launched during the pandemic, faced challenges like limited video call participants and lack of essential features. Metas shift …

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Netflix, Warner Brothers Discovery: Monopoly Fears & Competition 1:36

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Netflix co-CEOs reassure employees about potential Warner Brothers Discovery deal, promising no overlapping roles or studio closures. Meanwhile, the Writers Guild of America and Senators express antitrust concerns, fearing a monopoly and higher TV costs for consumers. Netflix cites Nielsen data to counter these concerns, stating their viewership sh…

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AI-Generated Code Delays GNOME Shell Review Process 1:47

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AI-generated code causing delays in software review process: GNOME Shell updates guidelines The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.