USDA ReConnect Program Round 4 Funding Increase of $1 Billion Through Landmark Bipartisan Infrastructure Act WASHINGTON, September 9, 2022 – United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that the USDA is now accepting applications for loans and grants from the ReConnect program to expand high-speed Internet access to millions of people …
Queen Elizabeth II wasn’t the only dead symbol this week. So has the Internet as the next form of capitalism. It is reborn as something that is not capitalist at all, but rather something neo-medieval, something feudal. Powerful businesses, executives and world leaders were particularly deferential in paying tribute to the Queen, while online hordes …
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In summary Businesses and consumers are unhappy, but consumer advocates say the proposed rule could be a more efficient use of public money. Editor’s note: This story was updated on September 14 to reflect a new reunion date. During the pandemic, California has taken significant steps to bolster cellphone and internet access for vulnerable communities …
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During a fifth anniversary dinner with my girlfriend recently, the conversation turned to a mystery that drove us both crazy for almost the entire duration of our relationship. This is an image of a cartoon character, which appears on a clumsy television set against the background of an old family photo. The character is an …
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Royal Caribbean tested SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service on its ship called freedom of the seas Courtesy of Royal Caribbean International Cruise ships generally get a bad rap for offering travelers slow and expensive Wi-Fi. But a cruise line hopes to change that by boarding SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet. Royal Caribbean, one of the world’s …
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In summary A nation-first bill that would protect children’s privacy online has passed the California Legislature. Here’s what it does and what happens next. Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 2273 on September 15. When does a child become an adult? This is an elusive question that developmental psychologists, philosophers, and parents might answer differently. But …
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With deep sadness, EFF mourns the loss of our friend, technologist, activist and cybersecurity expert Peter Eckersley. Peter worked at EFF for a dozen years and was EFF’s Chief IT Officer for many of them. Peter has been a tremendous force in making the internet a safer place. He was recently diagnosed with colon cancer …
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Comment this story Comment Brittany Beard didn’t expect this when she took her daughters to the Spirit Halloween store. She brought her two daughters – Briar Rose, 3, and Belle, 8 – to get inspiration for costumes and decorations for the upcoming holidays. At this time of year, “we always go check and look at …
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Editor’s Note – Monthly Ticket is a CNN Travel series that sheds light on some of the most fascinating topics in the world of travel. This August, we’re stepping back in time to revisit some of the greatest retro travel experiences. (CNN) — It’s your first time in Eastern Europe, you don’t speak the language, …
During the COVID-19 lockdown, one silver lining was the proliferation of open-access art and literature online. Despite layoffs and furloughs, the newly unemployed could at least still participate in the latest gallery shows and best-selling novels. This has been particularly helpful as public libraries have strengthened the supply of e-books despite long-term underfunding. Perhaps the …
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