A Ghostwriter’s Guide for Invisible Women

Do you feel overlooked or overtalked at the office? Don’t get mad, get tactical. Here’s how.
Read more: https://www.nextavenue.org/a-ghostwriters-guide-for-invisible-women/?source=Snapzu

2 police officers being investigated after telling a father his 11-year-old daughter could face child porn charges for sending images to a man online

The police chief in Columbus, Ohio, is condemning an incident in which two officers told a father his 11-year-old daughter could face child porn charges for sending images to a man online.
Read more: https://edition.cnn.com/2023/09/20/us/columbus-ohio-police-officers-under-investigation?source=Snapzu

Plastic Bag Found at the Bottom of World’s Deepest Ocean Trench

Even one of the most remote places on Earth couldn’t hide from the scourge of plastic trash.
Read more: https://www.nationalgeographic.org/article/plastic-bag-found-bottom-worlds-deepest-ocean-trench/?source=Snapzu

This Footnote on Trump Boasting About His Saudi Line of Credit Is Terrifying

What Trump bragged about in a deposition deserves quite a bit more attention.
Read more: https://newrepublic.com/post/175806/trump-brag-saudi-arabia-influence-buying-new-york-fraud-case?source=Snapzu

71-year-old man with dementia found safe days after going missing at Hollywood Bowl, family says

A 71-year-old man with dementia has been found safe days after he went missing at the Hollywood Bowl, his family told ABC7.
Read more: https://abc7.com/missing-man-hollywood-bowl-dementia-found/13834749/?source=Snapzu

Net neutrality: What it is and why we're talking about it again

The Federal Communications Commission finally has all five members - and the first thing on its agenda is the restoration of net neutrality.
Read more: https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/networking/net-neutrality-what-it-is-and-why-were-talking-about-it-again/?source=Snapzu

Nitazenes: synthetic opioids more deadly than fentanyl are starting to turn up in overdose cases

Nitazenes were developed as a powerful class of painkiller in the 1950s, but they were abandoned – until now.
Read more: https://theconversation.com/nitazenes-synthetic-opioids-more-deadly-than-fentanyl-are-starting-to-turn-up-in-overdose-cases-212589?source=Snapzu

Queen's Brian May helped NASA return its first asteroid sample

Brian May has once again proven why he is rock royalty. Not only is he the Queen guitarist, but he is also an astrophysicist who recently helped NASA return its first ever asteroid sample to Earth.
Read more: https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/25/world/brian-may-osiris-rex-asteroid-sample-bennu-scn-intl-scli/index.html?source=Snapzu

On Day 146, Screenwriters Reach Deal With Studios to End Their Strike

The Writers Guild of America got most of what it wanted. With actors still on picket lines, however, much of Hollywood will remain shut down.
Read more: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/25/business/media/hollywood-writers-strike-deal.html?source=Snapzu

Cowboys' Diggs out for season after tearing ACL in practice

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs is expected to miss the rest of the season after tearing his ACL during Thursday's practice, the team announced, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network.The two-time Pro Bowler left the Cowboys' facility on crutches before undergoing an MRI that confirmed the injury.Diggs reacted on social media, saying he'll be "back and better." Thank you for all the prayers and I appreciate everyone for checking on me!This is just God’s Plan. I will be back and better!
Read more: https://www.thescore.com/nfl/news/2719802?source=Snapzu

MGM Resorts is back online after a huge cyberattack. The hack might have cost the Vegas casino operator $80 million.

MGM Resorts' customer-facing, electronic systems were largely taken out in a cyberattack that had also targeted Caesars Entertainment.
Read more: https://www.businessinsider.com/mgm-resorts-casino-caesars-palace-cyberattack-hack-las-vegas-2023-9?source=Snapzu

Homeowners get revenge on money-grubbing HOA that tried to fine them for hurricane-proof roof: ‘Fine print gets you every time’

"The HOA was strapped for money."
Read more: https://news.yahoo.com/homeowners-revenge-money-grubbing-hoa-104500038.html?source=Snapzu

Iraq PM invited to meet with US President Biden at White House

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani met with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in New York on Monday and received an invitation from U.S. President Joe Biden to visit the White House soon, a State Department spokesperson said.
Read more: https://www.reuters.com/world/iraq-pm-meets-us-secretary-state-gets-invite-visit-washington-state-media-2023-09-19/?source=Snapzu

Brazil's top court boosts indigenous rights in landmark ruling

The Supreme Court sets a precedent for land claims by restoring territory to the Xokleng people.
Read more: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-58328604?source=Snapzu

Leah Remini claims Church of Scientology targeting her business, friends

Remini says the controversial church has been stepping up harassment against her since she filed a lawsuit in August, according to newly filed court documents.
Read more: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/leah-remini-claims-church-scientology-targeting-business-friends-rcna111348?source=Snapzu

Colonists upended Aboriginal farming, growing grain and running sheep on rich yamfields, and cattle on arid grainlands

Newcomers in Australia found and took rich pastures made by Aboriginal fire. Without fire, pastures would revert to forest or scrub.
Read more: https://theconversation.com/colonists-upended-aboriginal-farming-growing-grain-and-running-sheep-on-rich-yamfields-and-cattle-on-arid-grainlands-207118?source=Snapzu

Danny Masterson's Wife Bijou Phillips Files for Divorce After 30-Year Rape Sentence

Bijou Phillips has made the decision to end her marriage with Danny Masterson, less than two weeks after he got 30 years to life for rape.
Read more: https://www.tmz.com/2023/09/19/bijou-phillips-danny-masterson-files-divorce-danny-masterson-30-year-rape-sentence/?source=Snapzu

This rare Bob Ross painting could be yours — for close to $10 million

The late pop culture icon once said he painted over 30,000 works of art in his lifetime, but it's still rare for an authenticated Ross piece to come on the market let alone one with this much history.
Read more: https://www.npr.org/2023/09/19/1200353133/bob-ross-painting-for-sale-episode-one-10-million?source=Snapzu

It's 2030, and digital wallets have replaced every card in our purses and pockets

OpenWallet, now joined by Microsoft, looks to the near future when digital wallets replace traditional wallets in the same way debit cards replaced checkbooks.
Read more: https://www.zdnet.com/finance/its-2030-and-digital-wallets-have-replaced-every-card-in-our-purses-and-pockets/?source=Snapzu

Hackers who breached casino giants MGM, Caesars also hit 3 other firms, Okta says

Hackers who breached casino giants MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment in recent weeks also broke into the systems of three other companies in the manufacturing, retail, and technology space, a security executive familiar with the matter said.
Read more: https://www.reuters.com/technology/hackers-who-breached-casino-giants-mgm-caesars-also-hit-3-other-firms-okta-says-2023-09-19/?source=Snapzu

GLP 1 & Ozempic: How These Affect Weight Loss & Metabolic Health | Dr. Rob Lustig & Dr. Casey Means

Read more: https://snapzu.com/Gozzin/glp-1-ozempic-how-these-affect-weight-loss-metabolic-health-dr-rob-lustig-dr-casey-means?source=Snapzu

Quest to bring priest charged with torture in Argentina to justice

Father Franco Reverberi is wanted in Argentina on charges of murder and torture under military rule.
Read more: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-66574950?source=Snapzu

Judge sides with teachers who say their religion requires them to out trans kids

The school tried to protect trans kids but the judge said that the teacher's religious right to out students is more important...
Read more: https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2023/09/judge-sides-with-teachers-who-say-their-religion-requires-them-to-out-trans-kids/?source=Snapzu

Drone service Wing stops delivering food in Canberra

Global drone delivery company Wing is shifting to be based out of shopping centres for easier access to deliverable goods and says so far it hasn't been able to find a suitable shopping centre in Canberra.
Read more: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-09-18/drone-delivery-wing-stops-flying-in-canberra/102870068?source=Snapzu

NYC Marchers to Biden: Stop 'Cowering in a Corner' and Declare Climate Emergency

"It's time for Biden to declare a climate emergency and phase out the fossil fuels killing people and wildlife around the world."
Read more: https://www.commondreams.org/news/march-end-fossil-fuels?source=Snapzu

Drew Barrymore 'deeply apologizes' to the Writers Guild of America in an emotional video | CNN

Drew Barrymore is apologizing to television and film writers over her decision to resume production on her talk show as members of the Writers Guild of America remain on strike.
Read more: https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/15/entertainment/drew-barrymore-writers-apology/index.html?source=Snapzu

'Time to Make Them Pay': Internal Docs Further Expose Exxon Efforts to Spread Climate Lies

"Climate change isn't just a tragedy, it's a crime," said one climate campaigner in response to documents reported by The Wall Street Journal.
Read more: https://www.commondreams.org/news/exxon-climate-denial?source=Snapzu

Unity Bosses Sold Stock Ahead Of Scummy Dev Fees Announcement

CEO John Riccitiello sold 2,000 shares a week before Unity revealed its Runtime Fee
Read more: https://kotaku.com/unity-developer-fee-installs-john-riccitiello-sold-stoc-1850834439?source=Snapzu

Child digs up 3-carat diamond in Arkansas state park

Gem is about the size of a pea, officials say
Read more: https://www.thenationalnews.com/world/us-news/2023/09/09/child-digs-up-3-carat-diamond-in-arkansas-state-park/?source=Snapzu

Dry states taking Mississippi River water isn't a new idea. But some mayors want to kill it

Diverting Mississippi River water to states struggling with water scarcity isn't a new idea. And many experts have always said it's a long shot that isn't practical and wouldn't be remotely cost-effective.
Read more: https://apnews.com/article/mississippi-river-drought-southwest-colorado-river-water-5654d6ae488aa46dfbaf941af2338886?source=Snapzu

FDA warns CVS, others against selling unapproved eye products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday warned eight companies, including pharmacy giants CVS Health Corp and Walgreens Boots Alliance , against manufacturing or marketing unapproved eye products.
Read more: https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/fda-issues-warning-letter-cvs-walgreens-others-selling-unapproved-eye-products-2023-09-12/?source=Snapzu

Judge in US v. Google trial didn’t know if Firefox is a browser or search engine

Google accused DOJ of aiming to force people to use “inferior” search products.
Read more: https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2023/09/judge-in-us-v-google-trial-didnt-know-if-firefox-is-a-browser-or-search-engine/?source=Snapzu

MGM Resorts hit by 'cybersecurity issue,' leading to massive outage

MGM Resorts shut down certain systems, impacting gambling at its casinos, on Monday.
Read more: https://www.engadget.com/mgm-resorts-hit-by-cybersecurity-issue-leading-to-massive-outage-215205561.html?source=Snapzu

California Just Became the Third State to Pass Electronics Right to Repair

Right to Repair just won in Big Tech’s backyard: California’s Right to Repair Act, Senate Bill 244, has passed the state legislature on a 50–0 vote.
Read more: https://www.ifixit.com/News/81914/california-just-became-the-third-state-to-pass-electronics-right-to-repair?source=Snapzu

Texas is building new bridges to save these endangered animals

The bridges were created in part to protect endangered species like the ocelot and...
Read more: https://www.chron.com/life/wildlife/article/texas-wildlife-bridges-txdot-18355552.php?source=Snapzu

Entertainment Workers Pull $44 Million From Retirement Plans Amid Strikes

Entertainment workers have moved to take more than $44 million out of their individual retirement accounts as they endure months without work due to the strikes
Read more: https://variety.com/2023/biz/news/entertainment-workers-withdraw-retirement-plans-wga-sag-strikes-1235720328/?source=Snapzu

Family discovers pennies inside local McDonald's chicken nuggets: A safety concern arises

A family's game night turned scary when they found pennies inside of a couple of local McDonald’s chicken McNuggets."Wintersville police were dispatched to the
Read more: https://wtov9.com/news/local/family-discovers-pennies-inside-local-mcdonalds-chicken-nuggets-a-safety-concern-arises?source=Snapzu

It's Google versus the US in the biggest antitrust trial in decades

Google will confront a threat to its dominant search engine beginning Tuesday when federal regulators launch an attempt to dismantle its internet empire in the biggest U.S. antitrust trial in a quarter century.
Read more: https://apnews.com/article/google-antitrust-trial-begins-687b9a5b90ec18f207d36df3ba11aebd?source=Snapzu

Egypt's August headline inflation jumps to a record 37.4%

Egypt's annual urban consumer price inflation rate surged to a higher-than-expected record 37.4% in August from 36.5% in July, data from the country's statistics agency CAPMAS showed on Sunday.
Read more: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/egypts-august-headline-inflation-jumps-record-374-2023-09-10/?source=Snapzu

Elliot Page opens up about powerful shirtless movie scene

The first shot of Elliot Page's new movie 'Close to You' felt 'liberating' for the actor to be on screen without a shirt on: 'I never thought I'd feel that way, so it's nice to get to act it.'
Read more: https://ew.com/tiff/elliot-page-shirtless-movie-scene-close-to-you/?source=Snapzu

A few schools mandated masks. Conservatives hit back hard.

The politics of pandemic-mitigation returned with the new school year.
Read more: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2023/09/06/school-mask-mandate-politics/?source=Snapzu

Activists spray red paint over billionaire Walmart heiress's superyacht for a second time | CNN

Spanish climate activists sprayed red paint across a superyacht owned by billionaire Walmart heiress Nancy Walton Laurie in Barcelona on Friday, the second time the yacht has been the target of protests in the past two months.
Read more: https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/08/europe/yacht-vandalize-activists-spain-walmart-climate-intl/index.html?source=Snapzu

Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro found guilty for defying Jan. 6 committee subpoena

The former White House adviser was found guilty on two counts of criminal contempt for refusing to cooperate with a subpoena from the House Select Committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack.
Read more: https://www.npr.org/2023/09/07/1198261601/peter-navarro-found-guilty-january-6-investigation?source=Snapzu

EU unveils package of laws to curb power of big tech firms

‘Revolutionary’ Digital Markets Act aims to allow more competition and let consumers delete preloaded phone apps
Read more: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/sep/06/eu-unveils-package-laws-curb-power-big-tech-giants?source=Snapzu

CBC found vehicles stolen in Canada on the streets of African nations. Here's how they got there | CBC News

In 2022, there was a never-before-seen billion dollars worth of vehicles stolen in Canada, and nearly all of them were exported overseas by organized crime. In West Africa, where many of the vehicles end up, authorities are pleading with Canada to stop the flow of stolen cars.
Read more: https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/auto-theft-canada-1.6953242?source=Snapzu

In the face of climate change and food insecurity, New Zealand considers lab-grown fruit

Scientists will attempt to create fruit without the parts that are normally discarded like the core of an apple or orange pith
Read more: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/sep/07/new-zealand-lab-grown-fruit?source=Snapzu

Alabama's congressional map is struck down again for diluting Black voters' power

Alabama is once again appealing to the U.S. Supreme Court a lower court order that struck down the state's congressional map for likely violating the Voting Rights Act by diluting Black voters' power.
Read more: https://www.npr.org/2023/09/05/1193749552/alabama-congressional-map?source=Snapzu

Bob Barker's Cause of Death Revealed as Alzheimer's Disease

The longtime daytime game show host died at the age of 99 last month
Read more: https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-news/bob-barker-cause-of-death-alzheimers-disease-1234818908/?source=Snapzu

Facebook is getting rid of the News tab in Europe

Meta plans to deprecate the Facebook News tab in early December for users in the U.K., France and Germany.
Read more: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/09/05/facebook-is-getting-rid-of-the-news-tab-in-europe.html?source=Snapzu

Right to repair’s unlikely new adversary: Scientologists

"A totally unreasonable proposal."
Read more: https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2023/08/right-to-repairs-new-unlikely-adversary-scientologists/?comments=1?source=Snapzu