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Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Qatar Tribune
Google admits failure to alert millions during Turkey's 2023 quakes
Agencies Google has acknowledged that its early warning system had failed to deliver critical alerts to millions of people during Türkiye's deadliest earthquakes more than two years ago, a report said on the algorithms functioned properly, around 10 million people within 157 kilometers (97.56 miles) of the epicenter could have received the highest-level warning up to 35 seconds before the shaking began. In reality, just 469 people received the alert during the first 7.8 magnitude quake that struck southeastern Türkiye in the early hours of Feb. 6, 2023, while roughly 500,000 received a lower-level notification for mild tremors, Google told the BBC. The tech giant previously said the system, named Android Earthquake Alerts (AEA), had 'performed well.' More than 55,000 people died and over 100,000 were injured in the twin tremors, many of them caught in their sleep. The AEA is run by the Silicon Valley firm, not individual countries. It works on Android devices, which are said to make up more than 70% of the phones in Türkiye. The highest-level alert in AEA is the 'Take Action' warning. It triggers a loud alarm that bypasses the Do Not Disturb mode and takes over the phone's screen. This alert is intended for situations where intense shaking is detected and poses a danger to human life. A lower-level alert, called 'Be Aware,' notifies users about possible mild tremors. Unlike the more urgent warning, it doesn't interrupt devices that are set to Do Not early warning system was in place and live on the day of the Feb. 6 quakes. However, it underestimated how strong the tremors were. It initially estimated the magnitude of the first earthquake at 4.5-4.9 rather than the actual 7.8, BBC cited researchers as explaining in the Science journal. A similar underestimation occurred during the second quake, leading to only 8,158 phones receiving the 'Take Action' alert and 4 million getting the less urgent 'Be Aware' notification. Following the disaster, Google revised its algorithms and ran simulations showing that the updated system would have delivered 'Take Action' alerts to 10 million devices and 'Be Aware' notifications to 67 million people.
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Schoolboy, 13, found dead in playground had ‘hoped someone would come looking for him'
SCHOOL TRAGEDY Schoolboy, 13, found dead in playground had 'hoped someone would come looking for him' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A SCHOOLBOY was found dead in a school playground after running away from home, an inquest heard. Connor Lee Mark, 13, was discovered in the grounds of Melin Primary School in Mile End Row, South Wales, on January 29. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up The teenager had been confronted about a missing bottle of vodka and an aerosol by his mum and stepdad the night before and he started "kicking off", then stormed out of the house without his shoes. He returned a short while later to collect them before threatening to "jump off a bridge", the inquest heard yesterday. Mum Louise Morgan and stepdad Jason Clark told police Connor had made threats like this before but he usually returned and so they didn't take it seriously. However, nonetheless Jason went out to look for him but after walking around the street eventually returned, assistant coroner Paul Bennett said. During the same evening, Louise and Jason's friends David Morrow and Amy Winslade were visiting their home and were leaving as Louise called the police to report her son missing. Moments later the couple heard Amy shriek "Connor, Connor!" David had seen the teen's body in the playground of the nearby primary school. Former lifeguard Jason attempted to give his stepson mouth to mouth resuscitation in the six minutes before paramedics arrived. However, Connor was declared dead at 3.43am on January 29, DC Danaher told the hearing. You're Not Alone EVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicide It doesn't discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society – from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers. It's the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes. And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women. Yet it's rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now. That is why The Sun launched the You're Not Alone campaign. The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives. Let's all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others… You're Not Alone. If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support: CALM, 0800 585 858 Heads Together, HUMEN Mind, 0300 123 3393 Papyrus, 0800 068 41 41 Samaritans, 116 123
Eater
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Eater
Blue Martini Closes at Town Square After Nearly Two Decades of Wild Nights
For nearly two decades, Blue Martini has drawn tourists and locals alike to its second-story space at Town Square with DJ sets, hookah service, and buzzy happy hours — including open bar nights for women. On Sunday, July 20, the longtime nightlife staple closed its doors, with plans to reopen on the Las Vegas Strip in spring 2026. Las Vegas locals who turned 21 any time in the past 18 years likely have a story about a night out at Blue Martini — usually involving choking down a first taste of hookah, throwing down sugary shots from the banging happy hour, or running into years-forgotten friends while navigating the packed rooms. The bar was also known for its Noche Azules Thursdays, neo-soul Sundays, and various after-parties. The bar announced the closure in a farewell statement on Instagram, which reads, 'But this isn't goodbye. It's simply a thank you. For 18 amazing years & being part of our journey with an invitation to return and create new memories on the [next] chapter.' Neighboring Town Square bar Stoney's Rockin' Country will remain open through the end of 2025 before closing and relocating to a 19,000-square-foot bar at Sunset Station Hotel Casino in Henderson in 2026 Viral smash burger pop-up Not a Damn Chance lands at Resorts World Not a Damn Chance Viral burger sensation Not a Damn Chance, known for wagyu beef patties and beef tallow fries, has landed in Las Vegas as a temporary pop-up at Resorts World. The concept was created by pro skateboarder Neen Williams and chef Phillip Frankland Lee of Scratch Restaurants Group, the group behind the 2024 pop-up Sushi by Scratch Restaurants at the resort. The pop-up's signature NADC burger comes with a seared wagyu topped with grilled onions, melted American cheese, house-made secret sauce, pickles, and jalapeños on a toasted potato roll. The fries are loaded with cheese, pickles, and special sauce, while a Vegas-exclusive breakfast burger adds bacon and a fried egg to the mix. NADC is located in the Sun's Out Buns Out space, next to the Conrad lobby, and is open 24 hours a day. A sports bar lands in the Las Vegas Arts District A new sports bar is headed to the Arts District. From the team behind Horse Trailer Hideout comes the Stadium Sports Bar and Restaurant, opening August 1 between Able Baker Brewing and Horse Trailer Hideout. Inside, guests will find 23 televisions lining the walls and a menu featuring brioche bun hot dogs, nachos with poblano queso blanco, and $6 ice cream sundaes. With downtown Las Vegas experiencing explosive bar and restaurant growth in 2025, the Stadium stands out as a dedicated spot for game day viewing in the neighborhood. Eater Vegas All your essential food and restaurant intel delivered to you Email (required) Sign Up By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Business Wire
16-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
FICO European Fraud Map: UK Leads in 'Card Not Present' Fraud and Total Losses
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The FICO European Fraud Map 2024 has revealed a worrying trend of rising card fraud levels and losses across the continent. The data from Euromonitor International on 18 countries shows that Card Not Present (CNP) fraud dominates card fraud losses and has increased across most countries. E-commerce fraud, e-wallet, social engineering and QR code fraud or 'quishing' are all rising as well. 'While card fraud loss figures are still lower than the 2015 peak of €1,642 million, the last few years show that fraud in Europe is steadily rising back up towards this figure.' - James Roche, FICO Share Highlights Card fraud losses across EMEA have increased from €1,493m in 2021 to €1,578m in 2024 UK card fraud increased by 4% to £572.6 million since 2023 CNP fraud accounts for around 70% of total card fraud losses in the UK – increasing by 11% year on year Hungary saw the greatest increase across Europe at 22% — card fraud losses also dramatically increased in Norway, Denmark and Hungary Portugal and the Netherlands are the only countries to see fraud levels fall 'While card fraud loss figures are still lower than the 2015 peak of €1,642 million, the last few years show that fraud in Europe is steadily rising back up towards this figure,' commented James Roche, principal fraud consultant for FICO in EMEA. 'The UK has followed a similar trajectory to the rest of Europe, aligning with what FICO has seen in terms of the dominant fraud MOs that plague both the UK and Europe, as well as the common approaches taken in the last decade via initiatives such as PSD and PSR.' Card Losses Grow in UK In 2024, UK Finance reported £572.6 million in total card fraud losses, a 3.9% increase from £551.3 million in 2023. This goes against the trend of the past few years of falling card losses and a broader trend of stabilisation in the UK payments landscape, which is a cause for concern. Card Not Present (CNP) fraud remained the leading fraud category, accounting for around 70% of total card fraud losses. This marks an increase of 11% from 2023 and puts the UK at the top of the league table for CNP fraud losses in Europe, underscoring the persistent risk associated with remote transactions. Conversely, identity (ID) fraud losses dropped significantly by 26% to £58.7M, pointing to a shift in criminal behaviour away from ID theft and towards social engineering, data compromises and scams. The growing use of fraud enhancements such as biometric and behavioural monitoring tools are also likely to have contributed to the decrease. Plus, continued investment by UK and EU financial services in full customer journey visibility and data sharing is enabling identity characteristics to be monitored from onboarding through early book and ongoing lifecycle stages of the customer journey. 'The UK has long been a leader in deploying innovative fraud technology, and clearly the challenges are still growing,' Roche said. 'With PSD3 regulations now taking effect across Europe, we see fraud prevention teams moving towards a unified approach to fraud risk assessment. Continued investment in preventative tools, such as Scam Signal, and intelligence-led fraud detection remain critical to protecting card portfolios from evolving threats.' The Picture across Europe Other highlights from the FICO European Fraud Map show the impact card fraud is having across the region: In Norway fraud losses have dramatically increased over the last few years from €14M in 2021 to €26.4M, rising 8% in 2024. Denmark demonstrated a more than twofold increase in fraud losses (€19.6M to €47.6M) since 2021, and a concerning 20% rise in 2024 alone. In Hungary, fraud losses jumped from €3.3M to €22.4M from 2021 to 2024, rising by 22% in 2024. Greece has also seen a significant increase, with a twofold increase from €13.4M to €28.4M since 2021 and 20% in 2024. Sweden's losses have risen significantly from €13.1M to €24.2M, an increase of around 85% in three years, and 19% during 2024. Despite the overall EMEA loss picture trending slowly upwards, a few countries are seeing a downward trend in their card fraud losses: France's losses are slowly but steadily decreasing and have done so consistently since their peak at €433.2M in 2018. They now sit at €409.2M, the second highest losses of the 18 countries studied but setting a good example for controlling their losses. Turkey showed significantly lower losses at €1.1M for 2024, but they too are reducing their fraud losses consistently and have done since their peak at €14M in 2010. However, 2024 saw fraud rise by 5% in Turkey. 'With PSD3 regulations due to take effect across Europe in the next couple of years, financial institutions must work harder than ever to fight new fraud patterns and improve customer service,' said Roche. 'We are seeing a number of emerging approaches that unify protection that is currently siloed, using 360-degree customer profiling to assess fraud and financial crime risk across all channels and products and throughout the entire lifecycle of the customer (onboarding through to offboarding). We at FICO believe this approach is absolutely critical, as criminals look for the weakest link in fraud defences.' FICO's fraud solutions portfolio includes the AI-powered FICO ® Falcon ® Fraud Manager, which protects more than 4 billion cards worldwide; FICO ® Omni-Channel Communications for Fraud, available on FICO® Platform; and award-winning models for scam detection, as well as the award-winning Scam Signal product developed with Jersey Telecom. About FICO FICO (NYSE: FICO) powers decisions that help people and businesses around the world prosper. Founded in 1956, the company is a pioneer in the use of predictive analytics and data science to improve operational decisions. FICO holds more than 200 US and foreign patents on technologies that increase profitability, customer satisfaction and growth for businesses in financial services, insurance, telecommunications, health care, retail and many other industries. Using FICO solutions, businesses in more than 80 countries do everything from protecting 4 billion payment cards from fraud, to improving financial inclusion, to increasing supply chain resiliency. The FICO® Score, used by 90% of top US lenders, is the standard measure of consumer credit risk in the US and has been made available in over 40 other countries, improving risk management, credit access and transparency. Learn more at FICO and Falcon are registered trademarks of Fair Isaac Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Perth Now
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Aussie comedian takes jab at sacked Nedlands mayor
Comedian and online personality Jimmy Rees' latest skit poking fun at Perth has taken a few jabs at the ousted Nedlands mayor. The former star of ABC kids show Giggle and Hoot has built an online following of 1.8 million on TikTok, posting a variety of skits about life in Australia and comparing the different States and Territories. His latest series, 'Not so emergency department', details what minor inconveniences residents from different parts of Australia complain about. In Rees' Perth edition, which was uploaded online on Sunday and has received more than 630,000 views across his platforms, he took a jab at the situation in Nedlands council. Where the entire council of elected members were sacked including the mayor, Fiona Argyle, after it was seen as dysfunctional. Comedian Jimmy Rees poked fun at the sacked mayor during his latest online skit. Credit: TikTok / Jimmy Rees Jimmy, playing both an employee at the 'Not so emergency department' and a cast of other characters from different suburbs took aim at the chaos. 'Darling I'm from Nedlands and I'm depressed,' his character remarked. 'Are you running for mayor or getting sued?' Rees replied. 'No, no... do you think I could run?' he said as his character raised their eyebrows. Comedian Jimmy Rees. Credit: TikTok / Jimmy Rees Before the character expresses their concerns about volcano's in Bali and not being able to 'sun my cooter', before drinking from a bottle of wine. The online entertainer takes another jab at the ousted mayor at the end of the skit, where he receives a phone call saying 'it's from the former mayor of Nedlands', before he answers the call and quickly hangs it up again. A comment on the video applauded him for making light of the situation and wished that he had gone harder at the former mayor, which he replied 'The quote 'everyone loves dying kids' is absolutely wild from the former mayor.' If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. The Victorian comedian took a swipe at other Perth suburbs, including a character from Guildford coming in to report a problem, with Rees guessing it was 'aircraft tyre marks on your roof.' The resident's actual concern was with the smell of the Swan River saying it smells like 'poo poo', which Rees reassured him by taking another dig at Nedlands. 'Residents of Midland and Woodbridge have been reminding themselves that the Swan River does flow towards Nedlands if you know what I mean,' Rees said while winking towards the camera. The former Dancing with the Stars contestant then wrapped up the video by pointing out Western Australia's positive aspects, after a character comes in displaying what he called 'Eastern Validation Deficiency disorder' and 'Chronic Comparisonitis', which he gave a simple prescription to. 'Recite the phrase on here, whenever you see symptoms coming on just go watch the footy at Optus and check the weather in Melbourne,' Rees told the character. With the character laughing at Melbourne's forecast of 'Nine degrees' before repeating '10 per cent of the population, 48 per cent of exports'.
