Newsweek spoke with Rotenberg about what the emerging world of networked devices means for our privacy—and what protections, if any, exist to protect it. Edited excerpts: Big Tech already collects a lot of data on their customers. What’s to stop IoT manufacturers from collecting even more? In the absence of a privacy law, like the GDPR in Europe, American consumers who have purchased devices, door locks and thermostats are basically allowing these companies to collect and use their personal data....

The Gravity, from Newton Running (newtonrunning.com), is a lightweight trainer with a patented rubber membrane in the forefoot that stores the energy of landing and releases it on takeoff—like a miniature trampoline. Nike’s Air Zoom Elite 3 is a road shoe for average runners who want a sleek racing feel. Added forefoot cushioning encourages runners to shift their weight forward and strike with their mid-foot ($100; nikerunning.com). The New Balance 902 features an ultralight midsole foam that shaves almost an ounce from last year’s version ($100; new balance....

Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that Brown Jr. was found dead at his home on Wednesday. Authorities said there were no signs of foul play following calls related to a “medical emergency” at 1.50 p.m. Spokesperson Jeff Lee confirmed Brown Jr. was pronounced deceased at the scene. Nick Szatmari, the agent for Brown Sr., declined to comment to CNN. Brown Jr.’s death comes after the “My Prerogative” singer’s daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown, died aged 22 in 2015....

In a post shared on Mumsnet’s Am I Being Unreasonable (AIBU) subforum, user Peewee94 said: “Me and my husband are currently living with his parents while the sale of our property completes” and are “incredibly grateful to [the] in-laws for giving us a home” during this period. The couple, who are paying money towards bills and food during their stay, was told that “due to energy price increases … the oven will only be used once a day from now on, so all family meals will be prepared by MIL [mother-in-law],” who the user said is “a terrible cook....

In an open letter signed by 101 groups that represent over 288,000 of Feinstein’s constituents, the progressives asked the California lawmaker to “publicly acknowledge that our democracy is in danger.” “We also ask that you publicly affirm that you will do everything in your power to help pass the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act through all means possible, including, if necessary, through abolishing, reforming, or providing an exception to the Senate filibuster,” they wrote....

Trump and Barr drew substantial backlash after largely peaceful protesters in Lafayette Square were tear-gassed on June 1, 2020, so Trump could walk from the White House, hold up a Bible and take a photo in front of the historic St. John’s Episcopal Church in Washington, D.C. The American Civil Liberties Union of D.C., Black Lives Matter and other civil liberties groups filed a lawsuit against Trump and Barr over the incident....

According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS) there were a total of 12,526 care home residents deaths involving COVID-19 between March 2 and May 1 this year, accounting for 27.3 percent of all deaths of care home residents, which saw 45,899 people die in care homes overall. The ONS said: “#COVID19 was the leading cause of death for male care home residents, accounting for 30.3% of deaths. “For female care home residents, it was the second-leading cause, accounting for 23....

The charity China Rescue Dogs rescued 205 dogs from meat trucks and slaughterhouses ahead of Chinese New Year, it has revealed. Jill Stewart, president and founder of China Rescue Dogs, said in a statement: “What was once the end of their lives is now a new beginning for these beautiful babies. “They all have been quarantined, microchipped and received all the necessary vaccinations. Now it is time for them to live the rest of their lives being safe and happy with their forever families....

The ancient holiday is more than 2,000 years old. The name “Diwali” is a combination of the Sanskrit term “dīpāvalī” which means “lamps” (dīpa) “in a row” (āvalī). It is celebrated with the lighting of lamps and clay candles (diwas) and often fireworks, sparklers and crackers. Huge meals, family gatherings and prayer also are part of the celebrations. Although Diwali is mainly seen as a Hindu festival, Jains and Sikhs also celebrate it....

Automobile website Edmunds reported that the average cost of a used vehicle in November was $29,011, a 39 percent increase from November of 2020. The increase comes amid the sharpest inflation jump in nearly 40 years—6.8 percent in 12 months ending in November—leaving more than half of American households without enough money to buy a used vehicle. The numbers are not looking much better for new cars, either. Edmunds reported that the average price of a new vehicle is around $46,000, largely a result of low inventory caused by a computer chip shortage....

“Actually, it was three drinks, for $12, which makes the tip nearly 10 percent,” I countered. And wondering why I was defending myself, I asked: “Are you with the Service Industry Secret Service or something?” Any foreigner in America will sooner or later have an awkward encounter over tips. I’m beginning to think that arrival signs for immigration in this country should read: WELCOME TO AMERICA. PLEASE LEAVE AN ADEQUATE TIP, REGARDLESS OF HOW MUCH YOU ENJOY YOUR STAY....

According to tweets from the Blizzard customer service account, Mei’s ice wall ability has allowed the character to force her way outside of the boundaries of various maps. This has allowed players using the character to exploit the bug to create invincible characters that can deal tons of damage, heal their allies, and never take damage from incoming fire. The issue is a pretty big one, and not the first time that we’ve seen characters locked on the roster in Overwatch 2....

Oxlade-Chamberlain suffered ligament damage early in the first leg of Liverpool’s Champions League semi-final win against Roma last month. The England international was consequently ruled out of the World Cup, although he could return in time for the 2018-19 season. Oxlade-Chamberlain, though, is staying positive after an operation on his injured knee went well. “Watching the boys in Rome last week taking us one step closer to something very special,” Oxlade-Chamberlain wrote on Twitter alongside a photograph of him in a hospital bed....

But while those at Anfield have placed greater emphasis on the acquisition of polished professionals, with close to £100 million spent on ready-made stars, the Gunners focused much of their attention on rough diamonds. Arsene Wenger has been around for so long now that he has a reputation for many things – missing every contentious decision ever made, buying French players, wearing coats that are far too big for him, blindly ignoring any criticism and generally getting on the nerves of Jose Mourinho....

Hazard in best form of career Ozil’s 89th-minute goal on Tuesday sealed Arsenal’s comeback from two goals down in Sofia and secured its passage to the Champions League knockout phase. Mohamed Elneny sent the German clean through, and the 28-year-old dinked the ball over the goalkeeper before calmly gliding past two defenders and finishing into an open net. Cantona, well known for stunning goals during his playing days, lavished praise on the strike....

He will be taking an online class at UNC and has submitted the requisite paperwork for admission into the NBA's D-League. "I've spent the past couple of weeks consulting with my family about what's best for me, my development and my future," Hairston said in a statement. "With their counsel in mind, I have enrolled in an online course at the University of North Carolina, taking a class in my major that will be applied towards getting my communications degree....

Chris Petersen’s decision to retire at Washington means that the conference does not have a coach in the top 10 of our 1-130 coach rankings for the first time since 2016. A total of four Pac-12 coaches made the top 25, with Oregon’s Mario Cristobal the highest-ranked coach of the three. The Ducks are coming off a Pac-12 championship and have the look of a College Football Playoff contender again....

Commissioner Larry Scott told USA Today that web-based DraftKings and FanDuel come a little too close to online betting to be promoted on a platform for college athletics. MORE: Best Pac-12 games of 2015 | Disney’s Draftkings investment “The federal government has determined, for the moment, that it’s not gambling,” Scott said. “But the NCAA has taken a position that we can set the rules and we don’t support it....