Will Oremus

technology reporter for the Washington Post

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senior writer for OneZero

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Senators berated Mark Zuckerberg and four other social media CEOs on child safety and their platforms. But there’s no consensus on legislation to address it.

Emotions run high at Senate hearing on social media and child exploitation

Senators berated Mark Zuckerberg and four other social media CEOs on child safety and their platforms. But there’s no consensus on legislation to address it.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

To counter turmoil at Twitter, Facebook will be entering the micro-blogging space on Wednesday with its service called Threads. Will Twitter devotees switch?

Will Facebook’s ‘Threads’ be a serious rival to Twitter?

To counter turmoil at Twitter, Facebook will be entering the micro-blogging space on Wednesday with its service called Threads. Will Twitter devotees switch?

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

In Cupertino today, Apple unveiled its latest products, including the iPhone 11 and iOS 13.

Apple pushes for TV streaming, video gaming, and a titanium credit card

In Cupertino today, Apple unveiled its latest products, including the iPhone 11 and iOS 13.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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A series of ICE raids across Southern California could take away Republicans’ momentum among Latino voters.

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Port business slowed to a trickle after Pres. Trump’s imposition of a 145% tariff on Chinese goods. Even with a lower tariff, the uncertainty is hard on trade.

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Israel’s cabinet approved plans that include “conquering the [Gaza] strip,” which would displace over a million Gazans. It could lead to long-term Israeli occupation of the territory.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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Huntington Park Mayor Arturo Flores talks about the immigration raids in his city and decries the use of the National Guard and U.S. Marines amid protests.

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