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We are excited to announce a new partnership with @observeruk.bsky.social, our first UK partner. Observer reporting can now be found in Particle story summaries, and users can read full Observer pieces natively within the Particle app. Learn more: bit.ly/47kDF85
Particle News: AI-powered News Platform Particle announces The Observer as first UK partner
Particle today announces a new partnership with The Observer – making it the AI-powered news platform’s first UK partner.
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October 23, 2025 at 7:54 PM
You've been asking for an Android app, and we want your help! If you're interested in joining our Android beta (coming soon), fill out this form and share it with your friends who have Android devices. 👇

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September 9, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Today's news ➡️ today's clues. Particle's new AI-generated, human-edited mini crossword puzzles are based on daily headlines. Spend a few minutes playing a game and catching up on the news. Available in the app now: particle.news/crossword
August 5, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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You know what sucks? Spoilers!

@particle.news is here to help.

After the ⚠️spoiler⚠️ event in the The Last of Us this past week, and by popular demand, Particle will now warn and hide big spoilers on your feed.

Update the app today, and you can finally feel safe catching up on the news.
April 24, 2025 at 11:57 PM
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April 15, 2025 at 11:13 PM
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Drama in Washington is nothing new, but right now it's Senate Republicans versus MAGA House Republicans in a fight over the budget.

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Drama on Capitol Hill - Republicans Caught in a Budget Fight
YouTube video by The Political Fixer
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April 10, 2025 at 4:33 PM
📣 The Particle app has two new features: Share Builder and History.

With Share Builder, you choose which parts of a story you want your friends to see when you message or post it.

History makes it easier to follow your favorite topics and keep track of what you have read or listened to on the app.
March 7, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Winter storms are threatening the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic with heavy snow and ice in the coming days. Virginia and Kansas have declared states of emergency, and some areas are already experiencing power outages and flight delays.
Winter Storms Bring Snow, Ice, and Travel Disruptions Across U.S.
Two storm systems are sweeping across the nation, causing hazardous travel, school closures, and power outages in multiple states.
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February 11, 2025 at 10:57 PM
While the future of TikTok in the U.S. remains uncertain, Elon Musk confirmed during the WELT Economic Summit that he has no interest in an acquisition.

ByteDance has denied plans of a sale, but Mr. Beast and Kevin O'Leary have expressed interest.

Could a forced sale be imminent?
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Elon Musk Confirms No Interest in Acquiring TikTok
The billionaire clarified he has no plans to bid for the app, citing his preference for building companies rather than acquiring them.
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February 11, 2025 at 8:17 PM
President Trump announced 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports with more tariff announcements planned for later this week – making good on trade promises from his campaign.

Trump said the tariffs will help “make America rich again.”
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Trump Announces Sweeping 25% Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports
The new tariffs, set to take effect on March 12, will apply universally without exemptions, prompting global economic and political concerns.
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February 11, 2025 at 5:49 PM
ICYMI, the Big Tech rivalry continues as Sam Altman & Elon Musk go back and forth on X over control of OpenAI.

This most recent spat began after Musk submitted an unsolicited $97.4 billion bid to purchase OpenAI's nonprofit, to which Altman swiftly rejected.

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Elon Musk's $97.4 Billion Bid for OpenAI Rejected by Sam Altman
Altman dismisses Musk's offer as a ploy to slow OpenAI's progress, reinforcing the company's commitment to its mission.
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February 11, 2025 at 3:42 PM
🏆 The Eagles #SuperBowl win by the numbers:

• 2nd Philly title

• Jalen Hurts: 77% completions, 221 yds, 2 TDs, 72 rush yards

• Defense: 6 sacks (the most for Patrick Mahomes)

• Philly held the Chiefs to 275 yds with 0 first-half points

• The Chiefs miss 3rd consecutive Super Bowl win
SUPER BOWL CHAMPIONS!
THIS ONE’S FOR YOU PHILLY!
February 11, 2025 at 12:28 AM
When does "art" cross the line?

Kanye West and Bianca Censori’s latest #GRAMMYs red carpet appearance has sparked debate on whether Censori’s sheer outfit should be considered performance art or a reflection of a potential power imbalance in their marriage.

What’s your take?
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Kanye West and Bianca Censori's Grammys Appearance Raises Questions About Power Dynamics and Intent
Bianca Censori's sheer outfit and Kanye West's fully covered look at the Grammys spark discussions on control, artistic expression, and the couple's motivations.
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February 5, 2025 at 9:54 PM
In an effort to save TikTok in the U.S., President Trump has established a Sovereign Wealth Fund and investors like @sharktanksabc.bsky.social's Kevin O'Leary still want in.

The president suggests the fund could acquire a stake in TikTok to address national security concerns.
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Trump Proposes U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund With Potential TikTok Acquisition
The plan, aimed at resolving the TikTok ban, faces hurdles including ByteDance’s resistance to selling and unclear funding sources.
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February 5, 2025 at 8:10 PM
President Trump paused tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports for 30 days after the U.S. neighbors agreed to enhance border security and cooperate on drug trafficking.

Mexico agreed to deploy 10k National Guard Troops and Canada committed to a $1.3 billion border security plan.

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Trump Imposes Tariffs on China, Pauses Measures for Canada and Mexico
China retaliates with targeted tariffs and export controls, while Mexico and Canada agree to bolster border enforcement to delay U.S. tariffs.
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February 5, 2025 at 12:46 AM
🎧 Fresh off reports, Spotify set the record for the highest annual payment to the music industry at $10B.

The streaming giant now reports its first full-year of profitability.

Spotify reported €1.14B in net income with 35 million monthly active users added in Q4.

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Spotify Reports First Full-Year Profit with Record User Growth
The streaming giant achieved key milestones, including 675 million monthly active users and 263 million premium subscribers, while navigating price hikes and cost-cutting measures.
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February 4, 2025 at 10:27 PM
The 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress shows reading scores for 4th and 8th graders in sharp decline, with 8th grade scores at their lowest since 1992.

The results reignited debates on school choice, federal vs state control, and the role of standardized testing.
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National Report Card Reveals Historic Decline in U.S. Student Reading Scores
The 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress highlights the ongoing impact of pandemic-era school closures and systemic challenges in education.
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February 4, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Due to immigration and drug trafficking concerns, President Trump initiates tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, prompting retaliatory tariffs and warnings of a broader trade war.

Economists warn tariffs may increase inflation, with higher costs up to $2,400 per household.

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Trump’s Tariffs Strain U.S.-Canada Relations and Global Trade
President Trump’s sweeping tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China ignite economic and political tensions, with Canada pausing retaliatory measures for 30 days to negotiate.
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February 3, 2025 at 11:39 PM
As OpenAI launches its o3-mini model, Microsoft makes their o1 reasoning model free for all Copilot users through a 'Think Deeper' feature.

Microsoft says the model is free, but recent increases in subscription fees are raising questions about their definition of 'free.'

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Microsoft Offers OpenAI’s Advanced o1 Reasoning Model Free for Copilot Users
The 'Think Deeper' feature enables more detailed and logical responses, but some users question the true cost of the offering.
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February 3, 2025 at 9:12 PM
With iPhone sales down 0.8%, Apple still reports record revenue of $124.3 billion in Q1, driven by services growth and device upgrades.

As DeepSeek AI makes waves in China, Apple's Chinese revenue dropped 11% due to competition and the absence of Apple Intelligence in China. bit.ly/3Cxz32Y
Apple Posts Record Revenue, Despite Slower iPhone Sales Growth
CEO Tim Cook highlights record device upgrades and Apple Intelligence rollout as key factors in quarterly performance.
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January 31, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Are voluntary buyouts the future of layoffs in tech?

As Google unveils a voluntary exit program for employees in its Platforms & Devices division, the Alphabet Workers Union calls this development a "major victory" for employees facing constant, unpredictable layoffs.
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Google Offers Voluntary Exit Program for US-Based Platforms and Devices Employees
The program follows the merger of Google's Pixel hardware and Android software teams, aiming to streamline operations and align staff with the division's goals.
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January 31, 2025 at 9:00 PM
The National Transportation Safety Board has located the flight recorders from the American Airlines jet involved in an aviation collision that killed 67 in D.C.

The crash has reignited concerns about air traffic controller shortages and restricted airspace navigation in D.C.

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Deadliest U.S. Air Disaster in Decades: Plane and Helicopter Collide Near D.C.
A midair collision near Reagan National Airport claimed 67 lives, prompting a wide-ranging investigation into air traffic control staffing and flight path adherence.
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January 31, 2025 at 6:53 PM
The 'Gulf of Mexico' will soon be the ‘Gulf of America’ on Google Maps in the US.

A recent executive order from President Trump mandated the change for all federal agencies.

Yet, not everyone is on board. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has publicly rejected the renaming.
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Trump Renames Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America' in Day 1 Executive Order
The controversial change, part of a broader effort to 'restore American greatness,' is being implemented across federal agencies and platforms like Google Maps.
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January 31, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Mankind makes another giant leap with the discovery of a new ‘Super-Earth’ in the habitable zone of a Sun-like star.

Found by researchers at the University of Oxford, HD 20794 d is only 20 light-years from Earth.

Can the planet sustain life? Aerospace engineers are hopeful → bit.ly/SuperEarthSk...
January 31, 2025 at 12:05 AM
International waters heat up as President Trump still seeks to acquire Greenland.

As Denmark unveils a $2 billion Arctic defense plan, the country’s Prime Minister insists that annexation is not an option.

Do you see an American acquisition in Greenland's future?
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Trump’s Renewed Push to Acquire Greenland Sparks Danish and European Opposition
Denmark announces $2 billion Arctic security plan as President Trump escalates rhetoric on Greenland acquisition.
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January 30, 2025 at 8:19 PM