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Councils fear shake-up won't improve finances, survey says
BBC News

There is low support for local government reorganisation among council leaders, a survey suggests.

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Man, 80, gives up solar panels fight with council
BBC News

Barry Thompson's local council have refused his efforts to install six solar panels.

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How to go back in time using Google Maps
The Verge

There’s a lot to explore in Google Maps, but you may not always know where to look. It’s great if you’re trying to drive through a crowded city or find out which local coffee shop has the best-rated bagels, but there are also other, lesser-known features wo…

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Casualties reported in 'massive' drone attack on Moscow and region
BBC News

At least one person is killed in the overnight attack involving at least 73 drones, local officials say.

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Microsoft Attempts To Close Local Account Windows 11 Setup Loophole
Slashdot.org

Slashdot reader jrnvk writes: The Verge is reporting that Microsoft will soon make it harder to run the well-publicized bypassnro command in Windows 11 setup. This command allows skipping the Microsoft account and online connection requirements on install. Wh…

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I've lived in Dublin for 10 years. Here's how to avoid tourist traps and experience the city like a local.
Business Insider

As a local, I know there are lots of ways to experience Dublin like a local, from venturing off Grafton Street to taking a day trip to the beach.

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I Asked Voice Assistants Like Alexa and Siri Home Safety Questions. Here's What I Learned
CNET

My voice assistants answered questions about fire alarms, front doors, local laws and lots more.

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Police say ICE tactics are eroding public trust in local law enforcement
NPR

Local police leaders have feared the erosion of public trust as a result of the Trump administration's immigration enforcement efforts. Many officials say they're seeing signs that's happening.

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Ask Slashdot: Where Are the Open-Source Local-Only AI Solutions?
Slashdot.org

"Why can't we each have our own AI software that runs locally," asks long-time Slashdot reader BrendaEM — and that doesn't steal the work of others. Imagine a powerful-but-locally-hosted LLM that "doesn't spy... and no one else owns it." We download it, fr…

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China's warning to Walmart on tariffs shows Beijing is worried about local businesses
Business Insider

Beijing's meeting with Walmart underscores Chinese leaders' concerns about the economy.