Apple announced upcoming changes to its phone, watch and computer software that highlight its increasing emphasis on digital services, speed and personal privacy. The software updates were previewed Monday at a conference in San Jose, Calif. (June 3)
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Congress launches antitrust probe of Big Tech
The federal government may be warming up its antitrust enforcement machine and pointing it at Big Tech. The House Judiciary Committee has announced a sweeping antitrust probe, promising “review of the market power held by giant tech platforms.” (June 4…
AP follows D-Day vet as he returns to Omaha Beach
AP follows D-Day vet as he returns to Omaha Beach
Ron Howard hopes ‘Pavarotti’ makes filmgoers love opera
Director Ron Howard follows his acclaimed documentary on The Beatles with one on late opera singer, Luciano Pavarotti. (June 4)
Amazon tech show touts advances in robotics
Amazon is hosting tech enthusiasts at its ‘re:MARS’ expo this week in Las Vegas. The online retail giant looks to showcase efforts at innovation across several key tech sectors – including robotics and machine learning. (June 5)
Tony nominee Ali Stroker keeps on breaking Broadway barriers
Ali Stroker booked her first musical theater gig at the tender age of seven, when she was cast as the title role in “Annie” in a friend’s backyard production in a New Jersey beach town. (June 4)
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Ohio doctor charged in opioid overdose deaths
A critical care doctor facing murder charges in the overdose deaths of 25 patients has pleaded not guilty. A lawyer for Dr. William Husel said he didn’t intend to kill patients. (June 5)
Jonas Brothers on new doc: ”Therapeutic’ is a strong word’
At the film’s Los Angeles premiere, musicians the Jonas Brothers say new movie “Chasing Happiness” is more family drama than music documentary. (June 4)
My First Record: Chase Rice
His mom stopped him listening to Eminem – but Chase Rice ended up sticking to his country roots. (June 4)
Gigi, Bella, J-Lo own the CFDA awards red carpet
Celebrity sisters Gigi and Bella Hadid joined a gang of other models including Ashley Graham, Lily Aldridge, Barbara Palvin and recording artist Jennifer Lopez at the CFDA Awards in New York. (June 4)