Taliban Shift Tactics Amid Afghan War After U S Air Support Cuts
Insurgents led by the Taliban adjust strategy as U S air support wanes and Pakistan- based backing wanes under President Trump. They intensify mass bombings while IS moves into Afghanistan, with attacks on the military academy and Kabul Intercontinental Hotel leaving numerous casualties.
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Fitness trackers raise privacy concerns across apps
A review of Strava Runkeeper and other fitness trackers highlights how routes and location data can be publicly visible and misused. Reports by Open Effect and Citizen Lab show persistent identifiers in devices risk long term tracking, while privacy settings on iOS and Android vary. Experts urge clearer policies and stronger data stewardship from companies.
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What to watch for during Trump's State of the Union
A look at tensions and ambitions surrounding Trump's State of the Union as he faces a rising economy and a cloud of the Mueller investigation. Analysts predict whether he adopts a conciliatory or defiant tone while infrastructure and immigration loom, with Democrats planning varied responses.
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FBI deputy director McCabe resigns amid Trump criticism
Andrew McCabe, the FBI's deputy director and acting chief after James Comey's ouster, abruptly resigned Monday. In a clash with President Trump over Clinton email probe decisions, McCabe cited leave time to secure full retirement benefits while directing that no personal bias influenced the inquiry.
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