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India seizes three Iran-linked US-sanctioned tankers, source says

Today at 21:14 PM, via Daily Maverick

NEW DELHI, Feb 16 (Reuters) – India has seized three U.S.-sanctioned oil tankers linked to Iran this month and stepped up surveillance in its maritime zone to curb illicit trade, a source said on Monday, confirming a post on X by Indian authorities earlier in February that had been deleted.

Education

Students in England and Wales launch legal action over online teaching during pandemic

Today at 20:12 PM, via The Guardian

More than 170,000 seek compensation after UCL Covid settlement opens door to claims across university sector

Dozens of universities are facing legal action from more than 170,000 students seeking compensation after their studies were moved online during Covid.

Pre-action claim letters have been sent to 36 universities in England and Wales, including Bath, Bristol, Exeter, Cardiff, Leeds,...

Science/Tech

India’s Toxic Air Crisis Is Reaching a Breaking Point

Today at 22:00 PM, via Slashdot

New Delhi’s air quality index averaged 349 in December and 307 in January — levels the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency classifies as hazardous — and the months-long smog season that forces more than 30 million residents to endure respiratory illness has this year sparked something new: public protest. Hundreds of demonstrators gathered at India Gate on November 9 to demand government...

Science/Tech

Instagram Boss Says 16 Hours of Daily Use Is Not Addiction

Today at 21:00 PM, via Slashdot

Instagram head Adam Mosseri told a Los Angeles courtroom last week that a teenager’s 16-hour single-day session on the platform was “problematic use” but not an addiction, a distinction he drew repeatedly during testimony in a landmark trial over social media’s harm to minors. Mosseri, who has led Instagram for eight years, is the first high-profile tech executive to take the stand. He agreed...

Science/Tech

Spartans Rules the Winter Olympics Crypto Betting Arena with 33% CashRake Excitement, While NY Spins and Betfair Trail

Today at 20:45 PM, via Tech Financials

Platforms like NY Spins and Betfair have steadily carved out their niches, providing accessible online crypto casino experiences. NY Spins features a streamlined interface and a growing library of casino games, while Betfair offers a secure sportsbook with fast, reliable payouts across various sports markets. Both platforms maintain steady adoption among online bettors, offering consistent […]

Science/Tech

Andrew Baker is new CIO of Capitec

Today at 20:00 PM, via TechCentral

Andrew Baker takes over from Wim de Bruyn, who will now head a different executive portfolio within the bank.

Health

Vaccine Makers Curtail Research and Cut Jobs

Today at 20:00 PM, via New York Times

Federal policies under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that are hostile to vaccines have “sent a chill through the entire industry,” one scientist said.