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BrianFagioli writes: Google is changing its mind about killing off all goo.gl short links. The company had originally planned to shut them down entirely by August 25, 2025. That decision sparked concern among developers, educators, journalists, and everyday users who rely on these links across the web. Now, just weeks before the deadline, Google is taking a softer approach. It turns out the company is only going to disable goo.gl links that haven't seen any activity since late 2024. If your link is still being used or clicked, it should keep working. This adjustment comes after what Google describes as community feedback.

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A Disney guest described the horrific scene in detail with the Daily Mail, claiming that people were 'thrown forward' as 'metal trash cans' came barreling forward onto 'little kids.'

He faces 41 charges of theft and 67 of burglary

Four men who threw cocaine worth more than £18 million into the sea were jailed yesterday for a total of more than 80 years.

Appeals panel says Chocolate Factory abused its dominance in Android app distribution

A panel of judges has dismissed Google's appeal against an antitrust verdict over its Play Store business practices.…

Workers on joint US/UK/Australia nuclear submarine program are painting a target on themselves

The Director-General of Security at the Australian Security Intelligence Organization (ASIO) has lamented the fact that many people list their work in the intelligence community or on sensitive military projects in their LinkedIn profiles.…

Malaysia's attitude of 'This could be worse and our neighbors are copping it too' is a typical response

World War Fee  US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced new tariff rates that reduce the import duties on goods from several major tech-producing nations.…

Verizon has confirmed it will raise customer fees despite announcing a three-year price lock in April. The carrier said the "vast majority" of customers will see increases of "less than 30 cents." A Reddit thread cited by The Verge suggests the Administrative and Telco Recovery Charge will rise 28 cents to $3.78 per voice line, while data-only plan charges could increase $2.37 to $3.97 per line. The changes may take effect September 1.

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The HC2 certificates give holders the right to free health services that most people would have to pay for.

It has faced some criticism recently, but locals disagree

A landmark Supreme Court ruling has delivered a major blow to motorists after it yesterday sided with major lenders in the car finance misselling scandal.

Horse-riding instructor Guy Simmonds, 37, of Gwent, and Lauren Jarvis, 26, of Newport, are facing charges of sexual activity with a child as they stand trial at Cardiff Crown Court.

Sean ' Diddy ' Combs won't go to 'club fed', but he could have more freedom when he is transferred to another federal prison after he is sentenced.

Princess Anne 's eldest son will marry the NHS paediatric nurse after a year of dating.

Anderson is best known for her sexy role on Baywatch but she is also an accomplished chef with a cookbook to her name: the plant-based cookbook I Love You: Recipes From The Heart.

It's a paradise for walkers looking for a spot away from the crowds

Major video game publishers have abandoned plans to sell new releases at $80 after initially signaling support for the elevated price point earlier this year, according to Bloomberg. Microsoft reversed course in late July, announcing The Outer Worlds 2 and other holiday titles including Call of Duty will sell for $70 instead of the previously planned $80. Take-Two Interactive's Borderlands 4 and Sony's Ghost of Yotei were also priced at $70 after initial $80 expectations. Electronic Arts said it will not adjust prices for the near future, with the upcoming Battlefield 6 selling for $70. Production costs have grown tenfold over the past decade while sales have not increased proportionally.

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The woman's body was discovered below the cliffs on the North Yorkshire coast by a member of the public, the day after a couple fell to their deaths at the same spot.

It can confuse even the most experienced drivers

Ronnie Johnston, 57, died 20 days after suffering catastrophic injuries in an alleged assault that led to the arrest of a 54-year-old woman and a 19-year-old man.