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The US at this World Cup are young, talented … and running out of time to peak

The Americans should still make it to the knockouts. But they will need to improve quickly if they are to make a serious challenge for the title

The Guardian - US

An exploratory opening win shows the USA women are still a work in progress

Opening matches at World Cups are often a practice in figuring out what works. The USWNT’s 3-0 win over Vietnam to launch their three-peat bid shows they’re not yet a finished product

The Guardian - US

Sophia Smith at the double as USA beat Vietnam to launch World Cup campaign

The United States won as expected, 3-0 over an overmatched but dogged Vietnam side making their tournament debut

The Guardian - US

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USA 3-0 Vietnam: Women’s World Cup 2023 Group E – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: The United States launched their World Cup campaign against Vietnam in Auckland with a comfortable victory

The Guardian - US

Microsoft and Activision extend deadline to close $69 billion deal under close regulatory scrutiny

The deadline for Microsoft’s $69 billion acquisition of video game company Activision Blizzard has been extended to as the companies seek to close a deal that has been opposed by regulators in the U.S. and the U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority

The Independent UK

The goals will come for the voracious USWNT. But who will score them?

Scoring goals is what the USA does best. But an embarrassment of riches at the forward position means Vlatko Andonovski will face some crucial decisions when the World Cup kicks off

The Guardian - US

Sony throws in the towel, signs 10 year Call of Duty deal with Microsoft

Sony and Microsoft have reached a “binding agreement” to keep Call of Duty games on PlayStation.

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‘Call Of Duty’ Stays In PlayStation Arsenal As Sony, Microsoft Reportedly Strike 10-Year Deal

Sony Group Corp and Microsoft Corporation reached a 10-year agreement to keep “Call of Duty” games on PlayStation consoles

Zenger

Sophia Smith: USA’s next torch carrier with a World Cup ‘legacy’ to preserve

Portland Thorns striker ‘loves the spotlight and pressure’ of having a big role to play in America’s quest to defend their title

The Guardian - UK

Naomi Girma: the brilliant scientist at the heart of USA’s defense

After a formidable academic and athletic career at Stanford University, the Californian is an integral part of the defending champions’ World Cup campaign

The Guardian - US

Microsoft vs FTC: FTC to appeal Microsoft Activision decision (UPDATE)

The FTC has appealed the decision of Judge Corley on the matter of the Microsoft acquisition of Activision

Windows Central

Microsoft Win Presents Bigger Challenges for Sony Than Nintendo

Leave Square Enix alone. I'm serious.

Inverse

Microsoft's FTC Win Presents Bigger Challenges for Sony Than Nintendo

Leave Square Enix alone. I'm serious.

Inverse

A California court gives Microsoft and Activision reason to celebrate

The FTC can't block the takeover while it investigates it.

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Microsoft wins against FTC, clearing vital hurdle for Activision Blizzard acquisition

The FTC's overall case will continue, but the buyout can now move ahead regardless.

Windows Central

U.S. federal Judge Corley finally rules on Microsoft's Xbox-ABK deal: Microsoft WINS

The past couple of weeks have seen the FTC and Xbox come to blows in federal court, over the FTC's desire to delay Microsoft's merger with Activision Blizzard. The decision is finally here.

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The first thing to decide on when decorating a small bedroom? These 6 elements say interior designers

Not sure where to start on decorating a small bedroom? You can follow our expert tips for what to begin with depending on your space and needs

Daily Mirror

Top 10 Women's World Cup breakout stars to look out for including England star

The summer's showpiece tournament promises to whip up plenty of excitement with squads boasting a number of stars hoping to make their mark on the big stage

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Brad Smith wants Microsoft to help world governments with AI regulations

There's a rising concern over the impact of generative AI on humanity, but Microsoft's President, Brad Smith, believes it can be controlled with the right security measures.

Fortune

The atom bomb or the airliner? A.I. regulation may hinge on which analogy wins

Microsoft president Brad Smith trials airliners and autos in his bid to shape A.I. regulation in Europe and beyond.

The Independent UK

Blair warns leaders to ‘get to grips’ with AI as ‘it will change everything’

The former Prime Minister said the new technology would affect everything from business to how public sector services were run.

PC Gamer

Court emails reveal Bethesda's confusion at Microsoft's special treatment for COD while Starfield goes Xbox-exclusive: 'What's the difference?'

Bethesda execs weren't clear why its owner's approach to Activision was the complete reverse of its policy for Starfield and The Elder Scrolls 6.

PC Gamer

Here's where the Microsoft-Activision deal stands around the world

With a handy map!

The Independent UK

West Virginia cash-for-worker program adds 5th destination

A program offering cash and free outdoor adventures to remote workers to move to West Virginia with the hope of offsetting population losses has added a fifth destination where out-of-state workers can apply to live

Daily Mirror

The UK’s future Call of Duty access to be determined by Microsoft CEO’s chancellor meeting

The meeting follows the CMA's recent decision to block Microsoft's intended $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard

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