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WASHINGTON — China-linked disinformation operations are using so-called “spamflage” networks to step up Chinese government propaganda targeting Western social media users who regularly promote crypto-related content on X. Spamflage accounts are bots masquerading as real users promoting stories that align with the Chinese government’s hot-button issues, such as the coronavirus pandemic, China’s human rights situation, the war in Ukraine, and the conflict in Gaza. The cryptocurrency account was discovered through a joint investigation between VOA Mandarin and Taiwan-based social media analytics company DoubleThink Lab. DoubleThink Lab’s analysis revealed 1,153 accounts that primarily repost news and promotions related to cryptocurrencies. These…

A video capturing the thoughts of a Pakistani man living in the UAE has been gaining attention online, with many viewers intrigued by his praise for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The man, who claims extensive experience working in corporate India, praised PM Modi’s leadership, calling him the “best prime minister” and outlining his respect for India’s progress, contrasting it with Pakistan’s current economic woes. I let it happen. A Pakistani man living in the UAE praised Prime Minister Modi’s leadership. (X/@rishibagree) {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} (Also read: Pakistani model Roma Michael’s bikini appearance at Miss Grand International sparks uproar,…

IE11 is not supported. For the best experience, please visit our site in a different browser.Currently playingJPMorgan Chase sues customers who received thousands of dollars in ‘infinite money glitch’ trend02:46to the nextSteve Bannon released after 4 months in contempt of Congress03:03Philadelphia State Attorney’s Office sues Elon Musk over super PAC giveaways03:30As Election Day approaches, early voting is underway in most states.17:42At least one person killed, dozens injured in suspected terrorist attack in Israel04:16Israeli military admits to bombing at least 13 schools in Gaza Strip02:59’I’m ready to work’: Golden State Valkyries coach shares excitement about joining new team06:21President Trump vows to…

Manchester United intend to finalize a deal with Ruben Amorim to become their new manager in time for the Sporting CP manager to take over in Sunday’s Premier League game against Chelsea, sources told ESPN.Amorim, 39, was named by United bosses on Monday as first choice to replace Erik ten Hag after two-and-a-half years in charge, after a 2-1 defeat at West Ham that dropped the team to 14th place. It is being table.Editor’s picks2 RelatedAnd United are willing to pay the 10 million euros (approximately $10.7 million) release clause in Amorim’s contract with Portuguese champions Sporting, so a deal…

Africa Re CEO highlights conditional business and market resilience growth | American insurance business reinsurance Africa Re CEO highlights growth in conditional business and market resilience Diversified portfolio and financial support boost performance reinsurance Written by Kenneth Arauro Corneille Karekeji, Group Managing Director and CEO of African Reinsurance Corp (Africa Re), said the voluntary business contributed significantly to Africa Re’s performance and was showing solid growth. Ta. In an interview with AM Best, Kalekezi (pictured) highlighted Afrika Re’s strong position in the broader reinsurance market, despite its limited exposure to the US market. Mr. Karekezi noted that globally, the reinsurance…

Oct 29, 2024 19:03 IST Maharashtra Assembly Polls: Four Members of Ex-minister Kshirsagar’s Family in Fray from Beed The Beed assembly seat, once a stronghold of the NCP (undivided), is witnessing fierce competition in the upcoming elections, with four members of former minister Jaydatta Kshirsagar’s family entering the fray. The seat had been won four times, split between the undivided NCP and Congress, Shiv Sena, alongside victories by the Communist Party of India and the Janata Party. Four members of the Kshirsagar family in the fray include the Kshirsagar senior, his two nephews- Sandeep and Yogesh, and Sandeep’s wife Neha.…

July 26, 2024. East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA. New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (3) rests on the sideline during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Required Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY SportsDuring last week’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles, New York Giants second-year cornerback Deonte Banks showed a lack of energy when chasing Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts.By his own admission, Banks said he could have made the tackle but did not, giving up the play. It was a punishing incident of sorts, but Banks ended up starting Monday’s game against the Steelers in Pittsburgh.After a missed tackle on Steelers…

Stock futures suggest major U.S. indexes could open slightly lower on Tuesday as investors digest a slew of corporate earnings reports and await results from big technology companies later in the day. Futures tracking the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 fell 0.4% and 0.2%, respectively, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.1%. The major indexes closed higher on Monday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average ending its five-game losing streak. Shares of McDonald’s (MCD), a Dow component, fell more than 2% in premarket trading after the fast food chain reported disappointing same-store sales on a better-than-expected earnings report. Ford…

Article 19 is deeply concerned about the recent decisions made by the owners of the Washington Post and Los Angeles Times to block Kamala Harris’ support in the upcoming presidential election. The intervention was reportedly due to concerns about potential retaliation if Donald Trump is re-elected, and marks the erosion of press freedoms seen at a time when democracy is under attack. An obvious example. This decision and the billionaire’s influence not only effectively silences critical voices during a crucial election, but also threatens the country’s editorial independence and press freedom. In our experience, the perception that economic interests drive…

Now in my 90s, I have witnessed more than a third of this country’s history. My earliest political memory is of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s voice coming through my parents’ home radio. According to actuarial tables, my last political memory revolved around two extremely negative short-term events: the reelection of Donald J. Trump or the chaos that would ensue after his defeat. There is a possibility that it is.I hope to beat the actuarial odds for at least another 5 or 10 years. Just as I once longed to see the end of the Nixon era, I now want to…