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Alleged Eavesdropping Costs $95 Million As Apple Reaches Siri Settlement
Apple will pay a $95 million settlement regarding allegations that its virtual assistant, Siri, eavesdropped on users without their consent, according to multiple reports.
The settlement, filed in federal court in Oakland, California this week, addresses a lawsuit that dates back five years and must be approved by a US District judge at a hearing on Friday, Feb. 14, Bloomberg Law reports.
The lawsuit claims that Siri was activated to record conversations even when users did not use the launching phrase, “Hey, Siri.”
These recordings were allegedly shared with third parties s to target user…
NJ Native, PA College Lacrosse Star Billy DiMaio Killed In New Orleans Attack
Chestnut Hill College and Holmdel High School are mourning the loss of alumnus Billy DiMaio ’22, a standout lacrosse captain and respected community leader, who was among the victims killed in the New Orleans terror attack on Wednesday, Jan. 1.
DiMaio, 24, of Holmdel, graduated from Chestnut Hill College in 2022, where he excelled in both academics and athletics. As captain of the college’s lacrosse team in his senior year, he was known for his leadership, determination, and positive influence on teammates and peers.
Posted by Billy Dimaio on Monday, July 31, 2023
"We are devastat…
Forgetful Felon Busted After Leaving Backpack With Drugs, Stolen Gun In Virginia Uber: Sheriff
A Stafford man made it easy for deputies to track him down after leaving behind a backpack full of illegal items during an Uber ride on New Year’s Eve.
Around 7:40 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31, deputies responded to a North Stafford residence after an Uber driver reported finding a suspicious backpack left behind by a passenger.
The driver, searching the bag for ID to return it, instead found a gun, according to the Stafford County Sheriff's Office, but instead of an ID he found a firearm.
Deputies arrived to take possession of the weapon, which turned out to be stolen, authorities said,…
Drunk NYE Driver Had Bizarre Excuse For Confusion In Stafford, Sheriff
A New Year’s Eve joyride turned into a night in jail for a Stafford man who was caught driving the wrong way, drunk, and dishing out some unconvincing excuses, authorities said.
The chaos unfolded at 6:27 p.m. on Dec. 31, 2024, when Deputy S.T. Myers spotted a Ford F-150 barreling northbound in the southbound lanes of Warrenton Road. Concerned for public safety, Myers pulled the truck over, with backup from Sergeant E.E. West.
The driver, identified as Jose Najera Estrada, 37, of Stafford, admitted to drinking two Modelos but apparently forgot that honesty is the best policy. Instead of pro…
Livvy Dunne, Pittsburgh Pirates’ Skenes, Chandler At New Orleans Bar Before Attack Killed 15
LSU gymnast and social media influencer Livvy Dunne, along with her boyfriend, Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes, and Pirates Pitcher Bubba Chandler were in New Orleans hours before the deadly pickup truck attack that killed 15 people early Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Dunne, a native of Bergen County, New Jersey, shared photos on social media of herself, Skenes, and Chandler enjoying the New Orleans nightlife. In one image, the group is seen inside a bar, smiling and seemingly enjoying their evening. Shortly after, Dunne posted another photo of New Orleans with a broken heart emoji, indicating h…
Wheelchair-Bound Man Survives New Orleans Attack With Broken Legs: Daughter
Jeremi Sensky, a 51-year-old man from Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, survived the New Orleans attack that killed 15 people early Wednesday, Jan. 1, despite being struck by the vehicle and suffering severe injuries.
Sensky, who uses a wheelchair, was struck by the pickup truck during the attack in the French Quarter, breaking both legs and ejecting him from his chair, his daughter Heaven Sensky Kirsch told Daily Voice on Thursday, Jan. 2.
“By the grace of God, he is alive,” Heaven said. “He’s currently in surgery. I want people to know my dad is alive, full of life, resilient, and I’m sure he’l…
Princeton Alum Injured In Deadly New Orleans Attack That Killed Former Teammate
Ryan Quigley, a 2020 Princeton University graduate and former classmate and coworker of Tiger Bech, was injured in the deadly New Orleans pickup truck attack early Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Quigley, a Lansdale Catholic High School graduate from the Class of 2016, was hospitalized following the attack, which claimed at least 15 lives, including Bech’s, in New Orleans’ French Quarter. Quigley and Bech both worked at Seaport Global Holdings LLC, a financial services firm in New York, and had remained close since their time at Princeton.
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Here's How Much, When Minimum Wage Will Increase In Virginia
Virginia workers, can start getting ready for a small, but not insignificant pay bump in the new year.
The state’s hourly minimum wage will increase to $12.41 starting Monday, Jan. 1, 2025, giving workers an extra 41 cents per hour.
"The new rate was calculated under the Virginia Minimum Wage Act, which mandates an annual adjustment based on the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U).
"This measure, published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, tracks changes in the cost of goods and services, and for 2023, the CPI-U rose by 3.4 percent," Virginia Department of L…
US Attorney Matthew Graves To Step Down Days Before Trump Inauguration In DC
Matthew Graves is stepping down as US Attorney for DC, his office confirmed, announcing that his resignation will be official as of Thursday, Jan. 16, four days before the presidential inauguration.
Graves has been in the role of DC's top prosecutor for more than three years following his confirmation by the Senate on Oct. 28, 2021, days before he was sworn in on Nov. 5, 2021.
“Serving as the US Attorney for the District of Columbia has been the honor of a lifetime,” Graves said, thanking Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, President Biden, and Attorney General Merrick Garland …
Covid-19: XEC Now Leading Variant in US - Here Are Symptoms
The XEC COVID-19 variant, first identified in Europe, now accounts for 45 percent of cases in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Click here for a new, updated story - COVID-19: Virus Levels Now Surging In These States
As infections tick upward, public health experts are urging vigilance.
The strain, a mix of earlier Omicron subvariants, exhibits symptoms similar to Omicron and its predecessors. These include:
Congestion,
Runny nose,
Cough,
Shortness of breath,
Fever or chills,
Fatigue.
Not…
