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<p>Bill and Melinda Gates are getting divorced after 27 years and three children.</p>

Bill Gates and Melinda Gates divorce: Everything to know about the foundation and billions at stake

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has changed how people look at philanthropy by the rich. But now the namesake leaders are getting divorced.

Articleby Ian SherrMay 8, 2021 12:23 PM PDT

Pfizer seeks FDA approval, and a Chinese rocket is expected to crash back to Earth

In today's top stories, Pfizer seeks full FDA approval for its COVID-19 vaccine instead of its temporary-use authorization, a Chinese rocket will be crashing back to Earth this weekend, and Google is adding two-step verification to most accounts.

Videoby Kara TsuboiMay 8, 2021 11:00 AM PDT

Google ups security for all, Twitter improves image crops

In today's top stories, Google announces it will turn on two-factor authentication for pretty much everyone. Meanwhile, mobile Twitter users will no longer see oddly cropped images in their feeds, thanks to a new update.

Videoby iyaz akhtarMay 7, 2021 4:00 AM PDT

Trump ban decision shows Facebook can't use oversight board as scapegoat

The social network now has to decide how long Trump remains suspended from the platform.

Articleby Queenie WongMay 6, 2021 5:19 PM PDT

Peloton recalls treadmills, Signal and Facebook clash

In today's top stories, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission and Peloton announce a recall of the Tread Plus and Tread. Meanwhile, Signal claims that Facebook refused to allow a new style of Signal ad on Instagram.

Videoby iyaz akhtarMay 6, 2021 4:00 AM PDT

<p>Former US President Donald Trump was barred from Facebook and its photo service Instagram in January after the deadly US Capitol Hill riot. </p>

Trump will remain suspended from Facebook, Instagram for now

An oversight board upholds Facebook's decision to bar the former president from the platform.

Articleby Queenie WongMay 5, 2021 3:29 PM PDT

Bill Gates transferring $1.8B in stock to Melinda in wake of divorce news

Melinda Gates reportedly says in a petition for divorce that "this marriage is irretrievably broken." But they still plan to collaborate on their charitable foundation.

Articleby Abrar Al-HeetiMay 5, 2021 1:58 PM PDT

<p>Google headquarters in Mountain View, California</p>

Google adds more flexibility to its return-to-office policies

The company says it expects 20% of its employees to work from home permanently.

Articleby Richard NievaMay 5, 2021 12:48 PM PDT

Facebook's oversight board made the right call on Trump. Now it's Zuckerberg's turn

Commentary: The social media company's inconsistent approach to its policies created an untenable situation. The oversight board is pushing for a fix.

Articleby Ian SherrMay 5, 2021 10:55 AM PDT

Trump stays banned on Facebook, Twitter invests in ad blocking

In today's top stories, Trump stays suspended from Facebook and Instagram after a decision from Facebook's oversight board, Twitter buys ad blocker Scroll and Dogecoin and Ethereum hit record highs.

Videoby Claire ReillyMay 5, 2021 9:41 AM PDT

How to play Xbox games on your iPad or laptop

The ongoing Xbox Cloud Gaming beta is currently available to select Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers.

Videoby Dan AckermanMay 5, 2021 4:00 AM PDT

Twitter invests in ad blocking, Apple and Epic face off in court

In today's top stories, Twitter buys ad blocker Scroll for its subscription platform, Apple and Epic head to court over the app store and Dogecoin and Ethereum hit record highs.

Videoby Claire ReillyMay 5, 2021 4:00 AM PDT

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