NHK Apologizes For Clip Attempting To Explain Black Lives Matter Protests To Japanese Audience

Many called out the clip fropm Japan’s national broadcaster for its caricatures of Black people and lacking context.

Anderson Cooper Joins Son Wyatt On People’s Cover, Says Fatherhood Is ‘Extraordinary’

The CNN anchor thanked generations of LGBTQ rights advocates who fought for his right to become a dad.

With Trump MIA, Senate Republicans Go It Alone On Police Reform Efforts

Sen. Tim Scott is taking the lead in crafting a bill to address police practices following the death of George Floyd.

Melissa Etheridge: ‘Watching The World Rise Up’ Is Helping Me Cope With Losing My Son

The two-time Grammy winner returned to social media this week for the first time since 21-year-old Beckett’s death.

Ancient Roman Board Game Found in Norwegian Burial Mound

A 1,700-year-old board game, including rare elongated dice, dating back to the Roman Iron Age has been unearthed in Norway. Found near an important sea route, the game was likely used to forge relationships among long-distance traders.

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Xbox chief Phil Spencer anticipates more consoles beyond Xbox Series X

Gaming is something that’s becoming more and more device agnostic – as well as something that’s more reliant on the internet. With big names like Google, Microsoft, and Sony all building out game streaming services and the ever-increasing draw of smartphones as gaming devices, one has to wonder where consoles and physical media fit into the future of gaming. Obviously, … Continue reading

Signal on iOS gets a data transfer feature for new device owners

Encrypted messaging app Signal now features the ability to transfer data from the app on one iPhone to another iPhone, making things easier for users when they upgrade their devices. The feature doesn’t compromise one’s security, Signal notes in its announcement about the feature, which started rolling out to iOS users days ago. The transfer can be performed using an … Continue reading

FCC proposes record-setting $225 million fine against robocallers

The Ajit Pai-era FCC likes to make a big show of punishing robocallers, and that’s truer than ever in 2020. The regulator has proposed a record-setting $225 million fine against Texas-based health insurance telemarketers Jakob Mears and John Spiller…

‘Vanderpump Rules’ Stars Canned For Racist Treatment Of Black Co-Star

Bravo TV fired Stassi Schroeder and Kristen Doute for calling the police on Faith Stowers with a false charge.

The Best Lightweight Sheet Sets for Summer

As the temperature rises, many people switch out their bedding for something lightweight and cooler, or just to create a different look in their bedroom. Whether you’re looking for new sheets to help keep you cooler while you sleep—heavy night sweaters, we’ve got help for you too!—or you just want something that…

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