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ABC News
19 hours ago
- Politics
- ABC News
Top court rules on obligation to fight climate change
The United Nations's top court has found countries that fail to take measures to prevent climate change, could be in violation of international law. The International Court of Justice's landmark ruling has paved the way for countries to sue each other over the impacts of climate change.
CBC
21 hours ago
- Politics
- CBC
UN's top court says countries have a legal duty to 'protect the climate system'
An advisory opinion by the International Court of Justice announced countries could be in violation of international law if they fail to 'take appropriate action to protect the climate system.'
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Panicked Ring users told total strangers ‘logged in' to their doorbells and cameras in major bungle
RING users have experienced unauthorised devices logging into their doorbells in a major bug. Panicked customers have reported unusual activity as devices from various locations around the globe tried to log into their accounts. 1 On May 28, a surge of suspicious login attempts have sparked fears amongst Ring doorbell owners that their accounts had been hacked. Some users claim to have seen live view activity when no one in the household had used the app. Others said they did not receive multi-factor authentication prompts or security alerts when they added new devices. Ring's response Ring has denied any hacking speculations and cited a backend update bug as the reason for the mishap. The company said: "We are aware of an issue where information is displaying inaccurately in Control Center. "This is the result of a backend update, and we're working to resolve this. "We have no reason to believe this is the result of unauthorized access to customer accounts." Ring's claim is backed by the fact that all false login entries were made on the same date. Hacking rumours However, customers believe it was a global hacking attack as their Authorised Client Devices list contained strange IP addresses, unknown devices, and countries they have never been to. One customer wrote on X: "Absolute bollocks with your 'bug' I don't even know Derbhille or is she anyway associated with our ring camera or family? "Just admit you've been hacked and yous are gonna amend this." Ring's flying 'spy drone' that monitors your home in the AIR 'coming 2026' – it stalks burglars & even recharges itself Another one added: "I find it interesting that it's just a 'bug' yet one of my several unknown logins from that date was a log in from Spain… "I'm in Texas so doesn't seem like just a bug or log ins on prior devices because I can assure you I have never been to Spain." Hacking rumours have been fuelled by the fact that a backend update should be simple to undo. However, three days later, users continue to receive logins from unfamiliar devices. Ring users should go to Control Center > Authorized Client Devices to check and remove any unrecognised devices. Ring's 'spy drone' launching soon Ring's flying home drone could be launching soon after several years of teasing, according to reports. The Always Home Cam was first announced in 2020 and was slated to hit shelves in 2021 - but it never landed. The gadget is the brainchild of recently returned Ring CEO Jamie Siminoff, who has been testing the indoor flying camera in his office, according to Business Insider. Siminoff may be launching the device soon in "limited quantities", according to sources. Despite a 2021 launch that never really arrived, Ring showed off the flying security cam at CES in 2023. The drone flies automatically around the home, with some obstacle avoidance technology so that it doesn't crash into ceiling light or precious vase. Once it has scouted the perimeter, it flies back into its compact cradle when it recharges. Ring, owned by Amazon, touts the gadget as a way for privacy-hawkish homeowners to be "in two places at once".
Forbes
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Introducing The Mastercard World Legend: Dining, Entertainment And Travel
Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. Mastercard is stepping up its travel and lifestyle game. The company just announced the premiere of the World Legend Mastercard and the Mastercard Collection, a growing set of benefits aimed at making travel, dining and entertainment feel a little more first-class. Imagine standing in a long line with a heavy backpack and a rolling carry-on, just trying to make it through security so you can finally relax in the lounge. With Mastercard's new perks, launched on July 16, that stress might be a thing of the past. For frequent travelers, the real headline is an improved airport experience. This is part of Mastercard's push to make travel less stressful and more comfortable, well before you board the plane. Members of the Mastercard Collection—including eligible World, World Elite and the new World Legend cardholders—will now enjoy access to: over 1,350 Mastercard airport lounges in more than 600 cities across nearly 150 countries. 190 fast-track security lanes at 190 airports in over 30 airports. Mastercard-branded dining areas in select airports—coming soon. N/A Credit Score ranges are based on FICO® credit scoring. This is just one scoring method and a credit card issuer may use another method when considering your application. These are provided as guidelines only and approval is not guaranteed. But the perks don't stop at the terminal. Mastercard is also expanding its offerings around food and entertainment. Cardholders can now tap into a range of elevated perks that go beyond just making purchases. Think priority reservations at sought-after restaurants and early access to tickets for concerts, festivals and sports games. The idea is that your card shouldn't just cover the bill—it should open doors. For example, cardholders can now access presale and preferred tickets to events like Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons: The Last Encores concert, VIP passes to the ARC Music Festival in Chicago and Maroon 5's LOVE IS LIKE Tour. Although Mastercard hasn't released specific details yet, it's clear the company designed World Legend with today's lifestyle-centered consumer in mind. As Mastercard's most exclusive card tier to date, World Legend is a strategic leap into premium territory, offering elevated perks across travel, dining and entertainment. Aimed squarely at upscale consumers looking for experiences, the tier is set to launch in the U.S. in the third quarter of 2025. It's a card tier worth watching once partner banks begin detailing issuer-specific features. This move isn't just about adding flashy perks. It's about staying competitive in the premium credit card space. Mastercard is betting that more people, especially younger high earners, are spending on experiences over possessions. 'Time well-spent with people who matter most is truly priceless,' shares Mastercard's chief consumer product officer Bunita Sawhney. 'That's why we're thrilled to introduce The Mastercard Collection. Together with issuers around the world, we look forward to granting cardholders and their families access to memory-making experiences wherever they go.' Giving cardholders smoother travel days and better access to events is a way to keep those users loyal and active, while also offering Mastercard's partner banks new ways to attract big spenders and high-value customers. If you already carry a World or World Elite Mastercard, these new perks are worth checking out, especially if you travel often or love a live event. And if you're in the market for a premium card, these upgrades make Mastercard a more tempting contender. After all, the best credit card on the market no longer just earns you points—it unlocks moments that feel extraordinary.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
Get ready for more AI overviews inside your AI overviews
Google's 2024-released AI Overviews, whether you like them or not, are only going to be more visible from here on out. Despite a rocky start that saw the tool giving out incorrect and sometimes even potentially harmful information, the tool has stuck around. Initially limited to the US, the AI Overviews have now expanded to over 100 countries and territories globally. If phase one was to expand availability, phase two would be to improve functionality, and that's exactly what Google seems to be testing out right now. Back in November 2024, Google was spotted working on a feature that would let users select an excerpt from a generated AI Overview to get additional information. This would let users narrow down their search, essentially by generating a new AI Overview of their existing AI Overview. The feature hasn't since materialized, but it looks like Google's getting close. As highlighted by Android Authority quoting a reader tip, Google seems to be testing the feature out with a limited number of users, and it comes with additional controls this time around. Likely a mobile exclusive The option to further narrow down AI Overviews is believed to be a smartphone-exclusive feature. When it was first spotted, the feature would automatically trigger when a portion of the Overview's text was selected and highlighted. Now, Google seems to be giving users more control. As highlighted in the screenshots above, once available, selecting a portion of a generated AI Overview will bring up a new UI that takes up roughly 1/4th of the screen's bottom section. It will surface three new buttons, namely Explain this, Related images, and Copy Text. The new Related images search section is entirely new, while Explain this and Copy are existing functionalities that are now presented as dedicated buttons, essentially making it easier for users to choose their intended action when highlighting text. As mentioned earlier, Google seems to be testing the new feature in a very limited capacity. However, considering that there has been clear progress since the feature first leaked, it is highly plausible that the functionality might begin rolling out widely in the near future. Google Google LLC TOOLS Price: Free 4.1 Download
