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The iPhone 12 emits too much radiation and Apple must take it off market, French agency says
FILE PHOTO: An Apple logo is pictured in an Apple store in Paris, France September 17, 2021. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes/File Photo
first person
My son is starting high school, and he still doesn’t have a cell phone
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opinion
Cellphones have taken over our schools, and it’s been a disaster for our kids
Naomi Buck
canada
Kids Help Phone seeking help from AI to meet demand for mental health support
A teenager holds her phone as she sits for a portrait near her home in Illinois, on Friday, March 24, 2023. Kids Help Phone says it's turning to artificial intelligence to help respond to the "enormous need" as more and more young people reach out for mental health help and support. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Erin Hooley
the decibel: a daily news podcast from the globe and mail
The race to regulate artificial intelligence
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british columbia
B.C. Crown Prosecutor says Ibrahim Ali killed girl, 13, during sexual assault
Media wait outside B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver, B.C., on Tuesday June 2, 2015. A trial has heard that a 13-year-old girl from Burnaby, B.C., was passing through a neighbourhood park when she was dragged into the forest by Ibrahim Ali, sexually assaulted and strangled. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
hockey
‘Do not disturb’ is a hockey player’s best friend during Stanley Cup playoffs
Edmonton Oilers' Vincent Desharnais (73) is tended to by a trainer after being hit by the San Jose Sharks during first period NHL action in Edmonton on Thursday April 13, 2023.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson
world
Prince Harry back in U.K. court for final day of phone hacking hearing
Britain's Prince Harry saalutes media as he arrives at the Royal Courts Of Justice in London, Thursday, March 30, 2023. A group of British tabloids prepared to ask a judge to toss out lawsuits by Britain's Prince Harry, Elton John and several other celebrities who allege phone tapping and other invasions of privacy. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
international business
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried can have only flip phone, limited internet while on bail, U.S. proposes
FILE - Samuel Bankman-Fried departs Manhattan federal court in New York on Feb. 9, 2023, in New York. Nishad Singh, a former FTX executive, pleaded guilty Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, to conspiracy and wire fraud charges as part of a deal to cooperate with federal prosecutors building their case against FTX founder Bankman-Fried in what authorities have dubbed one of the biggest frauds in history. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
hockey
‘The timing is perfect’: Trade to Canucks a fresh start for forward Anthony Beauvillier
Nov 21, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Islanders forward Anthony Beauvillier (18) celebrates his overtime goal against Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Erik Kallgren (50) at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
canada
Get 'nerdy about nature' with Canadian vlogger Ross Reid
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u.s. politics
U.S. House Republican probed over Jan. 6 attack may now investigate FBI
FILE - Violent insurrectionists loyal to President Donald Trump try to break through a police barrier on Jan. 6, 2021, at the Capitol in Washington. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)
car review
Big limo from Genesis includes all the comforts without the German brand price tag
The headlamps on the 2023 Genesis G90 are actually small squares, each containing 200 micro-optic lenses.
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Are we ready for the new medically assisted dying law?
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soccer
Brazilian journalist at World Cup says regional flag mistaken for LGBTQ symbol
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Group B - England v Iran - Khalifa International Stadium, Doha, Qatar - November 21, 2022 Brazil fans outside the stadium before the match REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed
canada
RCMP affidavit reveals details of recording of commissioner’s call after Nova Scotia mass shooting
RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki, front centre, arrives for a change of command ceremony for incoming B.C. RCMP Commanding Officer, Deputy Commissioner Dwayne McDonald, in Langley, B.C., on Tuesday, September 20, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
canada
Amplify: My battle against the smartphone is futile, but I’m fighting it anyway
The new iPhone 14 smartphones are on display at an Apple Store at The Grove in Los Angeles, Friday, Sept. 16, 2022. Apple's iPhone 14 lineup and Apple Watch Series 8 are available to purchase in-store starting Friday. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
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What are investing apps?
canada
Nova Scotia premier blasts cellphone companies for poor service after Hurricane Fiona
Crews from Nova Scotia Power work on reconnecting the power grid to the Glace Bay Hospital knocked out by Hurricane Fiona, in Glace Bay, N.S., Monday, Sept. 26, 2022. The premier of Nova Scotia has issued a stinging rebuke to the telecommunications companies that serve the province, saying too many Nova Scotians are still without cellphone service, four days after post-tropical storm Fiona roared across Atlantic Canada. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Vaughan Merchant
soccer
Cristiano Ronaldo charged by English FA in relation to incident with Everton fan in April
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo smiles during the Europa League, group E soccer match between Sheriff Tiraspol and Manchester United at the Zimbru stadium, in Chisinau, Moldova, Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022. (AP Photo/Sergei Grits)
canada
Pay phones are relics for the average Canadian, but a lifeline for those with no other options
Chantal Swetts poses for a portrait near the photo booth outside the Dunster General Store in Dunster, B.C., on Aug. 18, 2022. A lone Telus pay phone has sat outside the store since before she bought it 20 years ago.
world
Police detain partner of Argentina attack suspect
Argentine Vice President Cristina Fernandez waves to supporters and the press accompanied by Diego Carbone, chief of presidential custody, the day after a person pointed a gun at her outside her home in the Recoleta neighborhood of Buenos Aires, Argentina, Friday, Sept. 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Gustavo Garello)
explainer
How to set up healthy tech habits this school year
A girl uses her smart phone as apps are shown on an iPad in Mississauga, Ont., on November 13, 2017. A Montreal study suggests that spending too much time on social media or watching television is linked to symptoms of depression among teens. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
world
Lawyer for Oath Keepers extremist group charged in connection with U.S. Capitol riot
FILE Ñ Supporters of President Donald Trump approach the Capitol in Washington, Jan. 6, 2021. Over the past several years, intimations of violence have become more common in the Republican Party, a trend fueled in large part by Donald TrumpÕs lies about his election loss. (Kenny Holston/The New York Times)
world
Trump ally Scott Perry sues to block U.S. from searching seized cellphone
FILE PHOTO: Representative Scott Perry (R-PA) speaks during a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 10, 2021. Ting Shen/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo
soccer
Cristiano Ronaldo cautioned for slapping young fan’s phone
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Premier League - Manchester United v Brighton & Hove Albion - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - August 7, 2022 Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo, Tom Heaton and teammates walk to the substitute bench before the match REUTERS/Toby Melville
world
Greek PM says he was unaware of wiretap on opposition politician’s mobile phone in 2021
FILE PHOTO: Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis attends a NATO summit in Madrid, Spain June 30, 2022. REUTERS/Susana Vera
world
Dissidents face rising threat from spyware sold to autocratic regimes, U.S. committee hears
Carine Kanimba speaks during a House Intelligence Committee hearing on Commercial Cyber Surveillance, Wednesday, July 27, 2022, on Capitol Hill in Washington. Kanimba and technology experts urged Congress to oppose the use of commercial spyware in the U.S. and discourage investment in spyware that has been used to hack the phones of dissidents, journalists, and even U.S. diplomats. John Scott-Railton, senior Researcher Citizen Lab, center, and Shane Huntley, Director, Google Threat Analysis Group, right, listen. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)
world
U.S. gets warrant to search phone of Trump’s election attorney John Eastman
FILE PHOTO: Attorney John Eastman speaks next to U.S. President Donald Trump's personal attorney Rudy Giuliani, as Trump supporters gather ahead of the president’s speech to contest the certification by the U.S. Congress of the results of the 2020 U.S. presidential election on the Ellipse in Washington, U.S, January 6, 2021. Picture taken January 6, 2021. REUTERS/Jim Bourg/File Photo
screen time
The biggest (and best) films of the summer are already available to stream. Here’s where to find them
Barry Hertz
u.s. politics
Biden tests positive for COVID-19, is experiencing ‘mild symptoms’
President Joe Biden speaks to members of the media after exiting Air Force One, Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at Andrews Air Force Base, Md. Biden is returning from a trip to Somerset, Mass., where he spoke about climate change. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
first person
There’s something about Cyrillic – it’s why I spent years learning Russian on my phone
report on business
Rogers to credit customers with five days of service as it faces scrutiny from CRTC after major outage
A Rogers wireless store in Toronto amid a country wide outage of the telecommunication company's services, Friday, July 8, 2022. Questions remain as Rogers Communications continues to restore service after a network outage that affected customers across the country. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Cole Burston
british columbia
Woman held hostage during B.C. bank shooting experiencing roller-coaster of emotions
Saanich Police joined by Victoria Police and RCMP respond gunfire involving multiple people and injuries reported at the Bank of Montreal during an active situation in Saanich, B.C., on Tuesday, June 28, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chad Hipolito
arts
Elvis, Top Gun: Maverick battle to top weekend box office with $30.5-Million each
AUSTIN BUTLER as Elvis in Warner Bros. Pictures’ drama “ELVIS,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release.