Hong Kong leader says prisoners jailed for national security crimes unlikely to get early release

HONG KONG — Hong Kong’s leader said Tuesday that prisoners convicted for serious national security crimes would not likely be granted early release under the tightened rules of a new national security law, signaling a hardening government stance against jailed political activists. Chief Executive John Lee said the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance stipulates that people … Read more

Boston Side Events line up at Early Stage with Techstars, Women in Tech, Harvard and more

Early Stage Round Table Hosted By: 9point8 Collective and OrrickTime: April 24, 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.Description: Join 9point8 Collective and Orrick for a round table focused on accelerating your early-stage startup. Attendees will hear from serial entrepreneurs and investors covering various aspects of startup success, including going to market, cap table management, growth and scaling, and managing exits. … Read more

Ticktock: 5 days left to nest your early-bird savings for TC Early Stage

Startup visionaries, time is of the essence! There are only 5 days left to take advantage of the early-bird savings for TechCrunch Early Stage 2024. Don’t let this opportunity slip through your fingers — secure your ticket now and save big before it’s too late! Savings end Friday, March 29 at 11:59pm PT. Here’s a … Read more

Princess of Wales Kate Middleton reveals she is in the early stages of cancer treatment

LONDON — Kate, Britain’s Princess of Wales, on Friday revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy. In a video statement released Friday, she said that she had undergone major abdominal surgery in London in January, saying that it was initially thought her condition was noncancerous. “The surgery was successful. However, tests after … Read more

A rare Czech almond grove blooms early after an unusually warm winter

HUSTOPECE, Czech Republic — Masses of white and pink blossoms in a rare almond grove in the Czech Republic appeared earlier than usual after one of the warmest winters on record. The almond trees are usually among the first to bloom at the beginning of spring, on the turn of March to April, in this … Read more

Amazon Announces First-Ever Big Spring Sale: Here’s Everything You Need to Know, Including Early Deals

Spring Break 2024 will be here before you know it, but you should mark your calendars for another big event that’s headed your way: The Amazon Big Spring Sale. Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is set for March 20-25, and there’s truly no better time this season to shop the massive online retailer’s selection of apparel, … Read more

Taylor Swift Exclusive Eras Tour Clip Drops a Day Early on Apple’s App Store

Ahead of the streaming debut of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour movie on Disney Plus, Apple is giving fans an exclusive preview. Starting Wednesday, Swifties can head to Apple’s App Store to watch a never-before-seen performance of the hit song Cardigan, off the Grammy-winning album Folklore. You can find the clip under the Today tab in … Read more

Don’t forget! Submit your Side Event at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024

Looking to leave your mark at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024? Our Side Events initiative offers a prime opportunity to connect with Boston’s vibrant tech scene in an unforgettable way. And the best part? We’ll help promote your event for free! Submit your event by March 20 to be part of the excitement. Host your own … Read more

Star Trek’s Brent Spiner Constantly Considered Quitting In The Franchise’s Early Years

“Star Trek: The Next Generation” lasted for seven seasons from 1987 to 1994, and would go on to inspire four feature films from 1994 to 2002. But Spiner apparently always had one eye on the door throughout those first seven years. Data was beloved by fans, and some might say he’s the second most important … Read more

Connect with HomeHQ.ai, SOSV, Prepare 4 VC, Latham & Watkins and more at TC Early Stage 2024

We are thrilled to collaborate with some of the most influential players in the startup ecosystem to craft an exceptional experience at TC Early Stage 2024. Our aim is to equip new and aspiring founders with the necessary tools, insights, and connections crucial for building thriving startups. In particular, we’re delighted to announce the involvement … Read more