Apple plans to remove sensor from some watch models depending on how a court rules in patent dispute

Apple plans to remove sensor from some watch models depending on how a court rules in patent dispute

Apple is prepared to remove the blood-oxygen sensor from its internet-connected watches if a court doesn’t give it more leeway while it pursues a bid to overturn a ruling that has blocked its use of the technology. A potential redesign of two Apple Watch models, the Series 9 and Ultra 2, that would exclude the … Read more

Emmy Awards get record low ratings with audience of 4.3 million people

Emmy Awards get record low ratings with audience of 4.3 million people

LOS ANGELES — The Emmy Awards telecast on Fox reached a record low audience of 4.3 million viewers, as the long-term trend of diminishing ratings for the show continues. The Nielsen company said Tuesday that the Monday night show hosted by Anthony Anderson with “Succession” and “The Bear” raking in most of the top awards … Read more

Wrestler Hulk Hogan helps rescue teenage girl trapped after Florida car crash

Wrestler Hulk Hogan helps rescue teenage girl trapped after Florida car crash

TAMPA, Fla. — Retired wrestler Hulk Hogan and a friend rescued a teenage girl who was trapped in an overturned vehicle after a crash in Florida, according to Hogan’s social media posts. Hogan said on the social media platform X that he used a ball point pen to puncture the car’s airbag and free the … Read more

Advocacy groups are petitioning for the end of SNAP interview requirements

Advocacy groups are petitioning for the end of SNAP interview requirements

NEW YORK — Student and legal advocacy groups are petitioning the U.S. Department of Agriculture to lift the interview requirement for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) applicants to receive food aid. The groups argue the interview requirement is burdensome and prevents those who qualify for food aid from receiving it. The National Student Legal Defense … Read more

Emmy Moments: ‘Succession’ succeeds, ‘The Bear’ eats it up, and a show wraps on time, thanks to Mom

Emmy Moments: ‘Succession’ succeeds, ‘The Bear’ eats it up, and a show wraps on time, thanks to Mom

So it be, so it is, as Cousin Greg would say: “Succession” had a fittingly successful sendoff at the Emmys, the addictive saga of the roiling Roy family dynasty winning best drama for a third time and five more awards, including three top acting prizes. But “Succession” was not the only show to make a … Read more

Tokyo Governor asked to stop $2.45 billion plan to remake park, baseball stadium

Tokyo Governor asked to stop .45 billion plan to remake park, baseball stadium

TOKYO — Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike was asked Tuesday to stop a disputed $2.45 billion project to convert a city park district, renowned for its rows of 100-year-old ginkgo trees, into a largely commercial area anchored around three skyscrapers. The plan for the Jingu Gaien area calls for razing a famous baseball stadium where Babe … Read more

Secrecy surrounding the defense secretary’s hospitalization has put the White House on the defensive

Secrecy surrounding the defense secretary’s hospitalization has put the White House on the defensive

WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s administration pledged from Day One to restore truth and transparency to the federal government — but now it’s facing a maelstrom of criticism and credibility questions after Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s hospitalization was kept secret for days, even from the White House. The controversy has prompted a … Read more

Blood tests offered in New Mexico amid query into ‘forever chemical’ contamination at military bases

Blood tests offered in New Mexico amid query into ‘forever chemical’ contamination at military bases

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Hundreds of residents and personnel stationed at a U.S. Air Force base in eastern New Mexico will be able to have their blood tested as state officials expand their investigation into contamination from a group of compounds known as “forever chemicals.” The New Mexico Environment Department announced Tuesday that it is searching … Read more

‘Obamacare’ sign-ups surge to 20 million, days before open enrollment closes

‘Obamacare’ sign-ups surge to 20 million, days before open enrollment closes

WASHINGTON — Some 20 million people have signed up for health insurance this year through the Affordable Care Act marketplaces, a record-breaking figure. President Joe Biden will likely proclaim those results regularly on the campaign trail for months to come as former President Donald Trump, the Republican front-runner, vows to dismantle the Obama-era program. The … Read more

MILAN FASHION PHOTOS: Simon Cracker’s upcycled looks are harmonized with dyeing. K-Way pops color

MILAN FASHION PHOTOS: Simon Cracker’s upcycled looks are harmonized with dyeing. K-Way pops color

MILAN — Milan designers are reflecting on a troubled world with collections that mark a return to serious business attire, even from active wear brands, and away from frivolity. Some scenes from the third day of previews Sunday of mostly menswear collections for fall-winter 2024-25: Italian brand Simon Cracker explores the moment before drifting off … Read more