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The commercial enterprise that controls Russians’ biometric data has introduced new ways to use your face as a form of ID, resulting in unprecedented levels of safety and convenience in the Russian Federation. Russians young and old are already reaping the benefits of their country’s “digital transformation”—including very, very young Russians. The Russian government is working on …

"Stranger Things" is about to end, which just means Netflix is about to make more. How should the franchise move forward? One word: movies.

California’s health care landscape today would probably disappoint the Gavin Newsom who spent much of 2017 and 2018 campaigning to become governor.

Gov. Gavin Newsom touted California’s environmental efforts at a UN climate summit, but toxic spills and a new law speeding drilling have tarnished the state's reputation at home.

Traditional hiring filters out anyone who doesn’t fit the mold — the artist who codes, the teacher who can analyze data, the entrepreneur who can dream.

Search underway for teen gone missing on Christmas Eve

The Giants (3-13), who snapped a nine-game losing streak, could still wind up with the top pick if they lose to Dallas next weekend and the Raiders beat the Chiefs.

The pledge was welcomed by the UN, but comes after previous major cuts to US funding for humanitarian operations.

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These five stories captured and defined Uptown's most pressing issues this year, from a neighborhood struggle to turmoil at Pride.

World number four Stephen Bunting says his son has been the victim of online abuse after Bunting's exit from the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship.

World number four Stephen Bunting says his son has been the victim of online abuse after Bunting's exit from the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship.