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May 04, 2017 - Daily News Briefing

Anonymous whistleblowing is becoming increasingly difficult and dangerous in the digital age, a new UN report says.

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No holds-barred debate between Le Pen and Macron

With risks and rewards high for both candidates days from the final runoff vote, neither French presidential candidate seemed to win, despite plenty of barbs and heated exchanges.

Puerto Rico files for bankruptcy protection for public debt

The filing comes a day after several major creditors sued the US territory and its governor over defaults on the island's $70 billion in bonds.

How Facebook plans to stop violent postings

The company's announcement is an acknowledgement that, at least for now, it can't rely on automated software to monitor inappropriate posts.

Poll: Arab youth overwhelmingly disapprove of Donald Trump

Eighty-three percent of respondents in 16 Arab countries, ages 18-24, say they view the US president with 'concern, anger or fear.'

South Korea divided on THAAD missile defense system

The defense system is the product of cooperation between the US and South Korean governments, set up to protect the country from a strike from the North. But with elections on the way in South Korea, many have begun to criticize THAAD, especially in the areas where the system is being set up.

Can Microsoft retake the education market from Google?

Google Chromebook has been the de facto device of choice in a majority of US schools, accounting for 58 percent of the US market for primary and secondary schools.

Racist taunts at Fenway bring up Boston's ugly sports past

The city's hockey and basketball teams were pioneers in opening their arenas to black athletes. But ballplayers today say they still regularly experience racism when they come to town.

$1.1 trillion bipartisan spending bill heads to House for vote

The bill contains a number of provisions considered a victory for Democrats, despite a Republican majority in Congress.

How the FCC hopes to curb those annoying spam calls

The Federal Communications Commission has proposed a new set of rules to stymie calls from 'spoofed' phone numbers, which often help scammers steal personal information.