Republicans slam Tucker Carlson over January 6 report

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1 year ago

March 8, 2023

Republicans slam Tucker Carlson after the Fox News host aired previously unseen Capitol riot footage

Tucker Carlson is in the firing line after the Fox News host aired previously unseen footage of the January 6 Capitol riot.

Carlson showed the video on his Monday night show, arguing it “does not show an insurrection or a riot in progress”, but rather “mostly peaceful chaos”.

Top congressional Republican, Kevin McCarthy gave the show exclusive access to the footage, but other GOP lawmakers say the Fox host mischaracterised the raid on Congress.

The conservative news channel, owned by Rupert Murdoch, has long insisted other media outlets exaggerated the violence at the Capitol on 6 January.

On this day, Trump supporters stormed the legislative complex as Joe Biden’s presidential victory was being certified.

Carlson also suggested, without evidence, that government agents could have instigated the riot.

As the 45-minute segment continue, Carlson says the video shows that while a minority of protesters did commit violence, most were “sightseers”.

Criticism of the segment has come from both sides of the aisle in Washington as well as the head of the Capitol police, and the family of a police officer whose death was mentioned in the show.

Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell believes it was a “mistake” for Fox News to depict the incident in this way.

This prompted House Speaker McCarthy to hit back at McConnell and defend Tucker Carlson’s report.

Around 1,000 people have been arrested so far in connection with the riot, most of them charged with entering or remaining in a restricted federal building.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says Fox News needs to reprimand Carlson.

Curious times for AI & investing as stark reality becomes clear

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7 hours ago

April 16, 2024

Mike Loder

Both private funding for startups and corporate mergers and acquisitions within the sector have decreased, reflecting a shift in investor sentiment.

While some AI ventures continue to attract significant investments, experts attribute the overall downturn to challenges in scaling AI technologies and a more cautious investment climate.

Generative AI stands out as a bright spot, experiencing exponential growth in funding despite lingering skepticism among corporate executives.

Amidst this market correction, some view the shift as necessary for a more sustainable investment landscape, predicting stable growth in the coming years.

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Game on with charitable cause and fresh titles of the week

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10 hours ago

April 16, 2024

Mike Loder

Xbox ANZ partners with Cure Cancer in an clever collaboration, introducing three exclusive Xbox Series X consoles inspired by the pioneering cancer research of Dr. Arutha Kulasinghe from The University of Queensland.

These unique designs, reflecting Dr. Kulasinghe’s innovative tumour mapping techniques, are currently available for auction, offering gamers an opportunity to contribute to a noble cause while acquiring a prized gaming collectible.

Meanwhile, Nintendo Switch Online unveils its latest additions, including the long-awaited Wrecking Crew 98, previously exclusive to Japan, now accessible to a global audience.

In the gaming sphere, this week brings diverse experiences, from the underwater exploration and sushi entrepreneurship of “Dave the Diver” to the enchanting narrative journey of “Harold Halibut” and the thrilling action RPG “No Rest for the Wicked” by Moon Studios, promising captivating adventures across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms.

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Donald Trump becomes first former U.S. president to stand trial

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11 hours ago

April 16, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Trump has denied any wrongdoing, maintaining that the payments were not campaign-related and therefore not subject to campaign finance laws.

Jury selection commenced today in the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump, focusing on allegations related to hush money payments made to women who claimed to have had affairs with him.

The trial, which has drawn significant attention, marks a pivotal moment in Trump’s post-presidential legal battles. #ticker today #featured