U.S. World Business Lifestyle
Today: August 24, 2026
Today: August 24, 2026

Technology

Business|Europe|Sports|Technology

Ferrari's bespoke Luce EV one-off fetches $40 million at charity auction

Ferrari has sold at auction a one-off, bespoke version of the Luce, its first fully electric vehicle, for $40 million, the Italian luxury sports car maker said, adding that

Ferrari's bespoke Luce EV one-off fetches $40 million at charity auction
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Apple to change app data consent rules, German regulator says

Apple will change rules governing how app developers can use personal data for targeted advertising on iPhones and iPads, Germany's competition authority said

Apple to change app data consent rules, German regulator says
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Madison Air Solutions to buy German fan maker ebm-papst in $5.4 billion deal

U.S.-based Madison Air Solutions said on Monday it would buy German fan maker ebm-papst in a $5.4 billion deal, expanding its air quality and ventilation

Madison Air Solutions to buy German fan maker ebm-papst in $5.4 billion deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

L3Harris ousts CEO Kubasik over conduct breach, names insider Mehta as replacement

L3Harris Technologies said on Monday Chairman and CEO Christopher Kubasik had left the company after a board investigation found he had

L3Harris ousts CEO Kubasik over conduct breach, names insider Mehta as replacement
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Wall Street indexes slip as oil prices rise, retail results awaited

Wall Street's three major indexes finished lower on Monday as investors waited for quarterly reports from large retailers to provide insights into U.S.

Wall Street indexes slip as oil prices rise, retail results awaited
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Nvidia to provide up to $105 billion guarantee for OpenAI's Ohio data center

Nvidia has agreed to provide a guarantee of up to $105 billion to help OpenAI lease a sprawling data center in Ohio being developed by SoftBank

Nvidia to provide up to $105 billion guarantee for OpenAI's Ohio data center
Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

The day big albums start streaming, traffic deaths surge

The day big albums start streaming, traffic deaths surge

The day big albums start streaming, traffic deaths surge
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Trump crypto firm backs venture offering AI from restricted Chinese companies

President Donald Trump-backed World Liberty Financial is collaborating with a Hong Kong-based venture offering artificial-intelligence models

Trump crypto firm backs venture offering AI from restricted Chinese companies
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

AI companies look to the ocean as a place to put more data centers

Moving servers into the ocean does not make underlying environmental challenges disappear. And it creates new concerns as well.

AI companies look to the ocean as a place to put more data centers
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Dealing with disasters increasingly requires a smartphone – losing access can be a nightmare, but there are ways to prepare

Mobile phones have become part of just about everyone’s emergency infrastructure. But what do you do when the power and service go out?

Dealing with disasters increasingly requires a smartphone – losing access can be a nightmare, but there are ways to prepare
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

AI market correction is coming, ECB blog predicts

A market correction to tech stock exuberance in the U.S. is likely and could have far-reaching consequences due to limits in fiscal and monetary policy buffers to blunt

AI market correction is coming, ECB blog predicts
Asia|Business|Technology|World

German drone maker Helsing enlists Rakuten to broker Japan military deal

German drone maker Helsing has enlisted Japanese e-commerce and finance firm Rakuten to help finalise a deal to sell its unmanned systems to Japan's army, a

German drone maker Helsing enlists Rakuten to broker Japan military deal
Business|Entertainment|Finance|Technology

Exclusive model of Ferrari’s first electric car, Luce, sells for record $40 million

Exclusive model of Ferrari’s first electric car, Luce, sells for record $40 million

Exclusive model of Ferrari’s first electric car, Luce, sells for record $40 million
Europe|MidEast|Technology|US|World

Exclusive: Ukraine reveals its Achilles’ heel to CNN as Patriot missile launchers run dry

Exclusive: Ukraine reveals its Achilles’ heel to CNN as Patriot missile launchers run dry

Exclusive: Ukraine reveals its Achilles’ heel to CNN as Patriot missile launchers run dry
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US awards Raytheon $22.9 billion seven-year deal to boost Tomahawk output

The U.S. military, scrambling to rebuild depleted stocks of high-tech weaponry, on Monday said it had awarded RTX unit Raytheon a $22.9 billion contract to dramatically

US awards Raytheon $22.9 billion seven-year deal to boost Tomahawk output
Business|Food|Science|Technology

Serve Robotics partners with Grubhub in robot delivery expansion push

Serve Robotics said on Monday it is partnering with Grubhub to fulfill orders on the food delivery platform using its sidewalk delivery robots, tapping a new

Serve Robotics partners with Grubhub in robot delivery expansion push
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Italy's Intesa Sanpaolo holds stake in SpaceX worth nearly $1 billion in second quarter

Italy's biggest bank Intesa Sanpaolo held a stake worth about $966 million in Elon Musk's SpaceX as of June 30, an SEC filing showed.

Italy's Intesa Sanpaolo holds stake in SpaceX worth nearly $1 billion in second quarter
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Shein cuts company valuation to around $25 billion in Hong Kong IPO, sources say

Online fast-fashion retailer Shein is eyeing a company valuation in its planned Hong Kong IPO of just a quarter of the nearly $100 billion

Shein cuts company valuation to around $25 billion in Hong Kong IPO, sources say
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

‘A million dollars over asking’: AI wealth is fueling housing market frenzy in San Francisco

‘A million dollars over asking’: AI wealth is fueling housing market frenzy in San Francisco

‘A million dollars over asking’: AI wealth is fueling housing market frenzy in San Francisco
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Opinion|Science|Technology

Long after Steve Jobs’ turtleneck, there’s a new tech uniform

Long after Steve Jobs’ turtleneck, there’s a new tech uniform

Long after Steve Jobs’ turtleneck, there’s a new tech uniform
Technology|World

US Navy destroyer spent four days without power last month in South China Sea

US Navy destroyer spent four days without power last month in South China Sea

US Navy destroyer spent four days without power last month in South China Sea
Business|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Nestle looks to develop new products to serve users of weight-loss drugs  

Nestle is seeking to turn the rise of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs from a threat into a business opportunity, using artificial intelligence and

Nestle looks to develop new products to serve users of weight-loss drugs  
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump seeks cuts to US-South Korea drills, reviving earlier objections

U.S.

Trump seeks cuts to US-South Korea drills, reviving earlier objections
Business|Economy|Technology

Alibaba to sell Lingxi Games in more than $2 billion deal, source says

Alibaba Group is expected to reap more than $2 billion from the sale of its game developer unit Lingxi Games to private equity firm

Alibaba to sell Lingxi Games in more than $2 billion deal, source says
Business|Crime|Political|Technology|World

Binance gave Moscow client details used to charge Russian over Ukraine donations, documents show

Binance last year handed Russian authorities details of cryptocurrency donations to Ukrainian fundraising campaigns that were used as evidence to bring

Binance gave Moscow client details used to charge Russian over Ukraine donations, documents show
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Big investors hunt for tomorrow's AI winners as capex angst fades

The rally in AI-linked stocks that marked the latest earnings season has shifted the focus of the AI investment story from whether Big Tech's spending spree

Big investors hunt for tomorrow's AI winners as capex angst fades
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Alphabet eyes inaugural Australian dollar bond, bookrunner's message says

Alphabet has mandated investment banks to work on its inaugural Australian dollar bond issue, according to a message sent by one of the book runners and

Alphabet eyes inaugural Australian dollar bond, bookrunner's message says
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Technology

States take Meta to trial in California in the biggest fight yet over social media harms to children

Of the thousands of lawsuits Meta faces over child safety on its platforms, none may be more consequential than one going to trial this week in California

States take Meta to trial in California in the biggest fight yet over social media harms to children
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Ukraine takes aim at Russia’s economy and morale by attacking online retailer

Day after day over recent weeks, Ukrainian drones have pummeled giant depots belonging to Wildberries, the country’s biggest online retailer, burning estimated billions of dollars’ worth of merchandise and bringing the war home to the broad public

Ukraine takes aim at Russia’s economy and morale by attacking online retailer
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Brazil's Lula launches reelection bid, aims to win back workers to his Workers Party

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva launched his final reelection campaign on Sunday from a

Brazil's Lula launches reelection bid, aims to win back workers to his Workers Party
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology

Joey Logano holds off Chase Briscoe to win NASCAR race at Richmond

Joey Logano continued his surge toward the NASCAR Chase, winning Saturday night at Richmond Raceway with a late-race charge on fresh tires

Joey Logano holds off Chase Briscoe to win NASCAR race at Richmond
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Billionaire Peter Thiel buys 1% stake in Argentine Vaca Muerta oil firm, filing shows

Palantir chair and co-founder Peter Thiel has bought a 1% stake in Argentina's Vista, one of the largest oil companies operating in the country's Vaca Muerta shale

Billionaire Peter Thiel buys 1% stake in Argentine Vaca Muerta oil firm, filing shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Berkshire Hathaway boosted stake in Alphabet, homebuilders in the second quarter

Berkshire Hathaway is increasing its stake in Google’s parent company, Alphabet

Berkshire Hathaway boosted stake in Alphabet, homebuilders in the second quarter
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Nvidia eyes investing $3 billion in SB Energy under OpenAI data center deal, Information says

Nvidia is in talks to invest as much as $3 billion in SB Energy, a SoftBank Group subsidiary developing a massive planned Ohio data center project for OpenAI, the Information

Nvidia eyes investing $3 billion in SB Energy under OpenAI data center deal, Information says
Business|Crime|Finance|Technology|World

Prediction market operator Kalshi hits back at Nevada regulator over geofencing fine

Prediction market operator Kalshi accused Nevada's gaming regulator of violating federal law in a statement on Saturday after it sought daily penalties of $120,000 a day over the

Prediction market operator Kalshi hits back at Nevada regulator over geofencing fine
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology|US|World

Teen charged with murder of mother and brother used ChatGPT to create ‘fantasy stories’ about killing family, officials say

Teen charged with murder of mother and brother used ChatGPT to create ‘fantasy stories’ about killing family, officials say

Teen charged with murder of mother and brother used ChatGPT to create ‘fantasy stories’ about killing family, officials say
Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Hungary to sink two barges near nuclear plant to raise Danube levels to ensure cooling​​

Hungarian authorities will sink two barges in the Danube on Saturday to raise the water level at the Paks nuclear plant to avert a shutdown of one of its last two

Hungary to sink two barges near nuclear plant to raise Danube levels to ensure cooling​​
Business|Crime|Technology|US|World

Army temporarily halts Apache helicopter training missions after Texas crash that killed 2

The U.S. Army temporarily halted all Apache helicopter training missions after a fatal crash in Texas earlier this week killed two soldiers

Army temporarily halts Apache helicopter training missions after Texas crash that killed 2
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China

The U.S. is preparing to tell dozens of countries they must pick sides in the artificial intelligence race with China, warning they will be excluded

US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

JPMorgan debanked Polymarket last year over regulatory concerns, source says

JPMorgan Chase terminated its banking relationship with prediction market platform Polymarket in October of last year, citing regulatory

JPMorgan debanked Polymarket last year over regulatory concerns, source says
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Nvidia scales back funding guarantee for Ohio OpenAI data center, WSJ reports

Nvidia has revised its plans to support a proposed OpenAI data center project in Ohio and is now expected to initially guarantee less than $120 billion, down from the $250 billion

Nvidia scales back funding guarantee for Ohio OpenAI data center, WSJ reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology

Anthropic IPO valuation hinges on $190-200 billion 2028 revenue forecast, sources say

As Anthropic prepares for what could be one of the biggest IPOs on record, Wall Street is looking further into the future than it commonly does to put a price on the AI

Anthropic IPO valuation hinges on $190-200 billion 2028 revenue forecast, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Amazon reinstates binding arbitration, bars class-action lawsuits

Amazon on Friday reinstated binding arbitration for its U.S. customers while also barring them from seeking class-action lawsuits, making it more difficult for

Amazon reinstates binding arbitration, bars class-action lawsuits
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Jane Street took $15 billion hit in July tied to Situational Awareness, AI selloff, sources say

Jane Street took a $15 billion hit in July from its exposure to AI-focused hedge fund Situational Awareness and other tech stocks that were battered by the

Jane Street took $15 billion hit in July tied to Situational Awareness, AI selloff, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Institutional investors reveal cautious approach to tech favorites in US quarterly 13F filings

Institutional investors pulled back slightly from key stock market segments such as semiconductors, AI

Institutional investors reveal cautious approach to tech favorites in US quarterly 13F filings
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Chinese drone maker DJI gets fresh chance to escape Pentagon's blacklist

A U.S. appeals court on Friday ordered a lower court to reconsider whether China-based DJI, the world's largest drone maker, should be removed from

Chinese drone maker DJI gets fresh chance to escape Pentagon's blacklist
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Private credit roundup: Nvidia's half trillion for chips financing, plus others

Nvidia's colossal financing deal for AI infrastructure buildouts is the talk of private markets this week.

Private credit roundup: Nvidia's half trillion for chips financing, plus others
Political|Sports|Technology|World

China calls Taiwan's annual military drills a 'wasteful charade'

China's defence ministry on Friday dismissed Taiwan's annual Han Kuang military drills as a "wasteful charade" that "stoked war panic", in the Chinese government's first

China calls Taiwan's annual military drills a 'wasteful charade'
Business|Technology|World

Pentagon signs deals with Boeing, RTX to boost missile interceptor component production

The Pentagon on Friday announced framework agreements with Boeing and RTX to increase production of components of SM-3 Block IIA and SM-3 Block IB munitions.

Pentagon signs deals with Boeing, RTX to boost missile interceptor component production
Business|Economy|Technology

Maryland tax court voids digital ad tax, orders refunds to Apple, Google and Peacock TV

A Maryland state tax court has struck down the state’s tax on digital advertising

Maryland tax court voids digital ad tax, orders refunds to Apple, Google and Peacock TV
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

With Fed mum on next move, investors look to earnings to keep stocks afloat

Investors head into next week weighing familiar concerns over interest rates, inflation and geopolitical tensions against another robust earnings season

With Fed mum on next move, investors look to earnings to keep stocks afloat
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|World

Hope reborn in Colombia as signs of life emerge under earthquake debris

Colombia is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating earthquake that killed at least 287 people and affected more than 100,000

Hope reborn in Colombia as signs of life emerge under earthquake debris
Business|Technology|Travel|World

2 planes with the same flight number avoid possible disaster thanks to quick-thinking controller

Potential disaster was averted when a Phoenix air traffic controller recognized two American Airlines jets mistakenly were flying the same flight number and acted quickly to avoid confusion and keep them a safe distance apart

2 planes with the same flight number avoid possible disaster thanks to quick-thinking controller
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Tiger Global Management cuts stakes in Big Tech, buys into SpaceX

Tiger Global Management trimmed several of its Big Tech stakes, exited Netflix, and took positions in Advanced Micro Devices and SpaceX during the second quarter, according to

Tiger Global Management cuts stakes in Big Tech, buys into SpaceX
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Alphabet becomes Berkshire Hathaway's third-largest investment

Berkshire Hathaway said on Friday it boosted the size of its investment in Alphabet by 83% in the second quarter, making the parent of Google and YouTube its

Alphabet becomes Berkshire Hathaway's third-largest investment
Business|Economy|Health|Technology

FTC probes health records giant Epic Systems, sources say

Epic Systems, a healthcare database company that holds the medical records of hundreds of millions of Americans, is facing an antitrust investigation by the U.S.

FTC probes health records giant Epic Systems, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Hanwha, Fincantieri shares rise after Trump opens Navy shipbuilding to foreign yards

Shares of South Korea's Hanwha Group and Italy's Fincantieri rose on Friday after President Donald Trump's directive opening U.S.

Hanwha, Fincantieri shares rise after Trump opens Navy shipbuilding to foreign yards
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US

US regulator approves bank charter for Trump-backed crypto company World Liberty Financial

A national U.S. bank regulator on Friday conditionally approved a bank charter application linked to President Donald Trump and his

US regulator approves bank charter for Trump-backed crypto company World Liberty Financial
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

S&P 500 ends lower as investors weigh data, Middle East tensions

The S&P 500 closed lower on Friday, dipping from a record high and weighed down by Applied Materials, while investors digested weaker-than-expected retail sales

S&P 500 ends lower as investors weigh data, Middle East tensions
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Workday buyout may restore confidence in battered software valuations, analysts say

Silver Lake's potential Workday buyout could bolster battered software valuations by showing that private equity remains confident in the industry's prospects

Workday buyout may restore confidence in battered software valuations, analysts say
Business|Science|Technology

Tesla to unveil redesigned Roadster as early as August, The Information says

Tesla plans to unveil a redesigned Roadster as early as this month, The Information reported on Friday, nearly a decade after the electric-vehicle maker first revealed a next-

Tesla to unveil redesigned Roadster as early as August, The Information says
Europe|Political|Technology|World

France's top court blocks social media ban for under-15s

France's top court on Friday blocked a bill banning social media access for under-15s, saying it infringed upon freedom of expression

France's top court blocks social media ban for under-15s
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

NASA’s ‘Dragon Lady’ is uncovering how wildfires create storms

NASA’s ‘Dragon Lady’ is uncovering how wildfires create storms

NASA’s ‘Dragon Lady’ is uncovering how wildfires create storms
Business|Economy|Technology

Boeing's Wisk sale unlikely to kick off another divestment round

Boeing's announcement this week that it is selling Wisk Aero is less a signal of a broader breakup than an effort to shed a struggling, non-core air taxi

Boeing's Wisk sale unlikely to kick off another divestment round
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|US|Videos

Ohio city fires police officer who shot and killed 15-year-old, settles lawsuit with family

Officials in Akron, Ohio, have fired a police officer who shot and killed 15-year-old boy

Ohio city fires police officer who shot and killed 15-year-old, settles lawsuit with family
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle|Technology

Pull up to the window, please, for a glimpse of an American icon: The drive-thru

What happens when two distinctly American icons, fast food and cars, collide

Pull up to the window, please, for a glimpse of an American icon: The drive-thru
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

The AI boom is driving up home prices in San Francisco. Are you being priced out?

The AI boom is driving up home prices in San Francisco. Are you being priced out?

The AI boom is driving up home prices in San Francisco. Are you being priced out?
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

‘Very outdated’: Trump’s directive to revert to steam catapults on new aircraft carrier baffles naval experts

‘Very outdated’: Trump’s directive to revert to steam catapults on new aircraft carrier baffles naval experts

‘Very outdated’: Trump’s directive to revert to steam catapults on new aircraft carrier baffles naval experts
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Musk discloses 48.4% stake in SpaceX in regulatory filing

Elon Musk held a 48.4% stake in SpaceX as of June 30, a regulatory filing showed on Thursday, valuing his holding at more than $900 billion at current market prices.

Musk discloses 48.4% stake in SpaceX in regulatory filing
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US|World

Trump administration to impose tariffs on drone imports, White House says

President Donald Trump said on Thursday he will impose tariffs on imports of drones and their components, including from some key U.S

Trump administration to impose tariffs on drone imports, White House says
Business|Political|Technology|US

Trump allows Navy to build ships abroad, orders return to steam catapults on carriers

U.S.

Trump allows Navy to build ships abroad, orders return to steam catapults on carriers
Business|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Bird remains found aboard 737 engine from Ryanair Greek incident

Bird remains were found in the engine of a Ryanair Boeing 737 NG plane where a passenger was partially sucked through a broken window shortly

Bird remains found aboard 737 engine from Ryanair Greek incident
Business|Technology|World

Trump orders the Navy to return to an older system of launching jets off aircraft carriers

President Donald Trump is ordering the U.S. Navy to remove the advanced system used to launch fighter jets from its newest type of aircraft carriers and return to using older steam catapults that he has long said he prefers

Trump orders the Navy to return to an older system of launching jets off aircraft carriers
Business|Economy|Technology|World

White House says transshipped goods cost up to $26 billion in lost tariffs

The White House said on Thursday the United States is losing annual tariff revenue of about $19 billion to $26 billion on goods, largely from China, that are

White House says transshipped goods cost up to $26 billion in lost tariffs
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Iran war a boon for China's e-trucks, fuelling export surge

China's exports of electric trucks to other Asian countries have spiked, adding to a surge in domestic sales as higher fuel costs as a result of

Iran war a boon for China's e-trucks, fuelling export surge
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology

Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger

Josh Kushner and partner Bob Iger reached a deal this week to purchase control of the Los Angeles Lakers at a valuation of $12.5 billion

Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger
Business|Europe|Technology|World

China's Pony.ai, Uber to jointly deploy over 2,000 robotaxis in Europe

Chinese autonomous driving firm Pony.ai announced on Friday plans to deploy more than 2,000 robotaxis in Europe under an expanded partnership with Uber.

China's Pony.ai, Uber to jointly deploy over 2,000 robotaxis in Europe
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Kids keep getting hurt and killed on e-bikes. Should parents be held responsible?

As traumatic injuries and deaths continue to surge among the youngest e-bike riders, officials across the country are taking different paths to tackle a growing epidemic

Kids keep getting hurt and killed on e-bikes. Should parents be held responsible?
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

AI-driven surge in bond yields could be next risk for markets and growth

Market gauges of inflation-adjusted borrowing costs have shot to their highest in more than a decade across major economies as AI companies and

AI-driven surge in bond yields could be next risk for markets and growth
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Goldman in talks with investors on Nvidia financing deal after landing prized role, sources say

By Saeed Azhar and Milana Vinn NEW YORK, Aug 14 (REUTERS) - Goldman Sachs is in talks with potential investors about participating in Nvidia's $500 billion AI financing initiative, after leveraging

Goldman in talks with investors on Nvidia financing deal after landing prized role, sources say
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Chinese chipmaker SMIC increases prices on strong AI demand 

China's top foundry, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp, said on Friday that AI-related demand would continue to underpin orders

Chinese chipmaker SMIC increases prices on strong AI demand 
Economy|Education|Science|Technology|World

The hidden politics of time: How clocks, calendars — and now-contentious time zones — came to be

Time is a concept that varies across cultures and history

The hidden politics of time: How clocks, calendars — and now-contentious time zones — came to be
Health|Science|Technology

The FDA approved the first mRNA flu vaccine for use in older adults. Here’s what to know

The FDA approved the first mRNA flu vaccine for use in older adults. Here’s what to know

The FDA approved the first mRNA flu vaccine for use in older adults. Here’s what to know
Business|Crime|Environment|Health|Technology

Man trapped at bottom of elevator shaft for hours after fall in abandoned Pittsburgh building

Man trapped at bottom of elevator shaft for hours after fall in abandoned Pittsburgh building

Man trapped at bottom of elevator shaft for hours after fall in abandoned Pittsburgh building
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Apple trains its own AI model for China market with Alibaba's support, sources say

Apple has trained a large language model specifically for the China market, three people familiar with the matter said, a departure from the iPhone maker's strategy of relying on

Apple trains its own AI model for China market with Alibaba's support, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Stablecoin issuer Tether says KPMG US has audited its 2025 statements

El Salvador-based Tether, which issues the world's largest stablecoin, said KPMG U.S. had performed a "full independent audit" of its financial

Stablecoin issuer Tether says KPMG US has audited its 2025 statements
Business|Economy|Technology

Alphabet's SpaceX bet grows 100-fold over a decade to $94 billion

Alphabet's early bet on SpaceX has multiplied more than 100-fold, with the Google parent disclosing a stake worth about $94 billion at the end of

Alphabet's SpaceX bet grows 100-fold over a decade to $94 billion
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Interview|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

Lebanon's creative talent suffers as Iran war squeezes Gulf economies

For decades, the Gulf served as the center of gravity for much of Lebanon's creative talent, with swathes of designers and marketing executives flocking to

Lebanon's creative talent suffers as Iran war squeezes Gulf economies
Environment|Science|Technology

Radio telescopes help scientists map molecules in space and uncover where and how stars form

Interstellar maps can help scientists find patterns that tell them about fundamental chemical processes in the cosmos.

Radio telescopes help scientists map molecules in space and uncover where and how stars form
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Russia exploits Poland-Ukraine dispute to step up disinformation campaign, officials and experts say

Russia has significantly stepped up its online disinformation campaign in Poland, using a dispute between Warsaw and Kyiv

Russia exploits Poland-Ukraine dispute to step up disinformation campaign, officials and experts say
Australia|Business|Technology

Social media firms urge caution on early Australia under-16 ban data

Top social media platforms urged the Australian government not to place too much weight on early evidence showing most children still use their products

Social media firms urge caution on early Australia under-16 ban data
Science|Technology

Republican senator urges Trump to back US open-weight AI models amid industry debate

Republican Senator Jim Banks is urging the Trump administration to develop incentives to encourage U.S. tech companies to develop open-weight AI models

Republican senator urges Trump to back US open-weight AI models amid industry debate
Business|Economy|Technology

Airlines get grounded jets flying again, but engine bills linger

Airlines are getting grounded jets back into the air. The bills left by a years-long engine crisis are proving much harder to bring down.

Airlines get grounded jets flying again, but engine bills linger
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

US rocket company Astra Space seeks to raise $250 million in comeback bid

U.S. rocket company Astra Space is seeking to raise $250 million at a $1 billion valuation in a funding round expected to close this quarter, CEO Chris

US rocket company Astra Space seeks to raise $250 million in comeback bid
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Reddit surges on S&P 500 inclusion, set to replace AvalonBay

Reddit shares jumped more than 11% on Friday after the S&P Dow Jones Indices said the social media platform would join the benchmark S&P 500 index, replacing AvalonBay Communities.

Reddit surges on S&P 500 inclusion, set to replace AvalonBay
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

AI boom predicted to drive Taiwan's economy to grow fastest in four decades

Taiwan expects its tech-reliant economy to grow at the fastest pace in nearly four decades this year, the statistics agency said on Friday,

AI boom predicted to drive Taiwan's economy to grow fastest in four decades
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Applied Materials slips as investors seek faster growth after stellar run

Applied Materials shares fell about 4% in early trading on Friday, as the chip equipment maker's upbeat outlook failed to soothe investors worried about the threat

Applied Materials slips as investors seek faster growth after stellar run
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|World

U.S. TerraPower, South Korea's SK Innovation sign preliminary deal on global SMR projects

TerraPower and South Korea's SK Innovation signed on Friday a preliminary global agreement on small modular reactors (SMRs), Seoul's Industry Ministry said, opening a path

U.S. TerraPower, South Korea's SK Innovation sign preliminary deal on global SMR projects
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Chinese car sales are booming almost everywhere - just not at home

China's car industry is on a tear overseas, storming markets from Europe to Southeast Asia and heaping pressure on long-established automakers like Toyota Motor and

Chinese car sales are booming almost everywhere - just not at home
Political|Science|Technology|World

Why is North Korea ramping up criticism of Japan?

North Korea has stepped up a campaign of rhetoric against Japan's military buildup and its security ties with the United States and South Korea, saying they

Why is North Korea ramping up criticism of Japan?
Education|Technology|World

France’s top court blocks bill banning social media for under-15s

France’s top court blocks bill banning social media for under-15s

France’s top court blocks bill banning social media for under-15s
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

The CEO who fired 900 people on Zoom just before Christmas wants his job back

The CEO who fired 900 people on Zoom just before Christmas wants his job back

The CEO who fired 900 people on Zoom just before Christmas wants his job back
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Online forum Reddit will join the influential and closely tracked S&P 500 index

Reddit will join the S&P 500 next week, giving the wide-ranging online forum a boost in prestige and investments

Online forum Reddit will join the influential and closely tracked S&P 500 index
Business|Political|Technology|US

Musk touts DOGE transparency but downplays his own potential conflicts of interest

Musk touts DOGE transparency but downplays his own potential conflicts of interest

Musk touts DOGE transparency but downplays his own potential conflicts of interest
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine says Russia drone attack hits Chernobyl

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said a Russian drone struck the destroyed nuclear power plant at Chernobyl near Ukraine’s border with Belarus. Russia has denied the allegation. Zelensky also said radiation levels appear normal and will continue to be monitored. Video released by the Ukrainian Presidential Press Service shows the alleged moment of attack.

Ukraine says Russia drone attack hits Chernobyl
Business|Finance|Political|Technology|US

Trump signs order to establish strategic bitcoin reserve

U.S.

Trump signs order to establish strategic bitcoin reserve
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Apple hit with $162 million French antitrust fine over privacy tool

Apple was hit with a 150 million euro ($162.4 million) fine by French antitrust regulators on Monday for abusing its dominant position in mobile app

Apple hit with $162 million French antitrust fine over privacy tool
Business|Economy|Technology|US

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says

U.S. power consumption will hit new record highs in 2025 and 2026, the U.S. Energy Information Administration said in its Short Term Energy Outlook (STEO) on Thursday.

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

VW Group pitches comeback in China with new models, in-house assisted driving

Volkswagen Group showcased five new models developed for China and an in-house assisted driving system on Tuesday in Shanghai as it fights to win back share

VW Group pitches comeback in China with new models, in-house assisted driving
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Mobileye soothes tariff fears with strong second-quarter revenue forecast

Mobileye Global forecast surprise second-quarter revenue growth on Thursday and said the company would not face a direct impact from U.S.

Mobileye soothes tariff fears with strong second-quarter revenue forecast
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Putin says he hopes there will be no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin says there has been no need to use nuclear weapons in the war in Ukraine and expressed hope that such a scenario will not arise

Putin says he hopes there will be no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine
Arts|Education|Technology|World

From 'conclave' to 'white smoke,' a glossary of terms used in a papal transition

A change in popes is a complicated process

From 'conclave' to 'white smoke,' a glossary of terms used in a papal transition
Technology|World

Israeli military intercepts missile launched from Yemen

The Israeli military said it intercepted a missile that was launched from Yemen towards Israel on Tuesday evening, and Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis claimed responsibility.

Israeli military intercepts missile launched from Yemen
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

What you do before and during a tornado could mean the difference between life and death

Experts say planning before a tornado threatens is key for staying safe

What you do before and during a tornado could mean the difference between life and death
Business|Economy|Technology

Zoom lifts annual forecasts on robust demand amid AI push

Zoom Communications raised its annual revenue forecast on Wednesday, benefiting from hybrid work trends and the integration of artificial intelligence into its products.

Zoom lifts annual forecasts on robust demand amid AI push
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Snowflake raises annual product revenue forecast

Snowflake raised its fiscal 2026 forecast for product revenue on Wednesday, betting on strong demand for its data analytics services as enterprises prioritize artificial intelligence

Snowflake raises annual product revenue forecast
Arts|Science|Technology|Travel|World

What is Manhattanhenge and when can you see it?

Twice per year, New Yorkers and visitors are treated to a phenomenon known as Manhattanhenge, when the setting sun aligns with the Manhattan street grid and sinks below the horizon framed in a canyon of skyscrapers

What is Manhattanhenge and when can you see it?
Crime|Science|Technology

Things to know about the retrial of Karen Read in the killing of her police officer boyfriend

The jury asked the judge several questions relating to charges and evidence in the second murder trial of Karen Read

Things to know about the retrial of Karen Read in the killing of her police officer boyfriend
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Porsche not planning to shift final assembly of cars to US

Porsche has no plans to shift any part of its production process to the U.S., a spokesperson said on Friday, dismissing a Bloomberg report saying the company was considering such a

Porsche not planning to shift final assembly of cars to US
Business|Crime|Technology|World

Jury finds MyPillow founder defamed former employee for a leading voting equipment company

Jury finds MyPillow founder defamed former employee for a leading voting equipment company

Jury finds MyPillow founder defamed former employee for a leading voting equipment company
Science|Technology|World

How close is Iran to having nuclear weapons?

Israel has carried out attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities, alleging Tehran was getting close to obtaining a nuclear weapon.

How close is Iran to having nuclear weapons?
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel

Arcade bus owner honors heroic good Samaritan Johnny Hurley

Arcade bus owner honors heroic good Samaritan Johnny Hurley

Arcade bus owner honors heroic good Samaritan Johnny Hurley
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions

Fireworks are a cornerstone of America's Fourth of July celebrations, but that can make the spirited holiday dangerous

What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Stellantis expects gradual recovery in H2 and more 'tough decisions'

Stellantis guided on Tuesday for increased net revenues and a low-single digit operating income margin in the second half despite increasing headwinds, as the automaker aims for a

Stellantis expects gradual recovery in H2 and more 'tough decisions'
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Technology

Tesla ordered by Florida jury to pay $329 million in Autopilot crash

Tesla ordered by Florida jury to pay $329 million in Autopilot crash

Tesla ordered by Florida jury to pay $329 million in Autopilot crash
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says

U.S. power consumption will hit record highs in 2025 and 2026, the Energy Information Administration said in its short-term energy outlook (STEO) on Tuesday.

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Zelensky speaks to CNN in Kyiv about recent surge of Russian ballistic attacks and the need for more interceptors missiles

Ukraine has only a tenth of the interceptor missiles it urgently needs from the United States to stop surging Russian ballistic missile attacks, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told CNN in an interview, adding his days are spent in “millions” of phone calls, in opaque deal-making with allies for more.

Zelensky speaks to CNN in Kyiv about recent surge of Russian ballistic attacks and the need for more interceptors missiles
Environment|Health|Science|Technology|Travel

Things to know about dangerous rip currents and how swimmers caught in one can escape

Rip currents are one of the coast’s greatest dangers and account for the most beach rescues every year

Things to know about dangerous rip currents and how swimmers caught in one can escape
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Technology

US consumers with prime credit are starting to slip on payments

U.S. consumers with the highest credit scores are starting to fall behind in debt repayments, credit scoring company VantageScore said in a report published on

US consumers with prime credit are starting to slip on payments
Science|Technology|World

Israel intercepts missile fired from Yemen

The Israeli military said on Wednesday it had intercepted a missile launched from Yemen that triggered sirens across several areas of Israel.

Israel intercepts missile fired from Yemen
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Google hit with $3.45 billion EU antitrust fine over adtech practices

Alphabet's Google was hit with a 2.95-billion-euro ($3.45 billion) European Union antitrust fine on Friday for anti-competitive practices in its lucrative adtech

Google hit with $3.45 billion EU antitrust fine over adtech practices
Arts|Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Technology

US clothing retailers test full-price strategy as rich shoppers keep spending

A handful of apparel retailers including Levi Strauss are teasing more full-priced products, testing how much wealthier shoppers are willing to pay despite the

US clothing retailers test full-price strategy as rich shoppers keep spending
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says

U.S. power consumption will hit record highs in 2025 and 2026, the Energy Information Administration said in its short-term energy outlook (STEO) on Tuesday.

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Technology

Ferrari evokes spirit of 1980s with new 849 Testarossa hybrid

Ferrari on Tuesday completed a refresh of its hybrid range with the new 849 Testarossa sportscar, a tribute to the famous original Testarossa model of the 1980s.

Ferrari evokes spirit of 1980s with new 849 Testarossa hybrid
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Hyundai battery plant faces at least 2-3 month startup delay following raid, CEO says

A battery plant co-owned by Hyundai Motor is facing a minimum startup delay of two to three months following an immigration raid last week, Hyundai CEO Jose Munoz

Hyundai battery plant faces at least 2-3 month startup delay following raid, CEO says
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|Travel|US|World

Texas Democrats say their voices have been silenced by partisan redistricting

On the latest “All Over the Map” John King speaks to Democrats in Texas’ 35th district who say their voices have been silenced by redistricting efforts in the state.

Texas Democrats say their voices have been silenced by partisan redistricting
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Stock Markets|Technology|Travel|US|Videos|World

A Jamaican man deported by the US to Eswatini has been repatriated, authorities say

A Jamaican man who was among five migrants deported by the United States to Eswatini in Africa has been repatriated to his home country

A Jamaican man deported by the US to Eswatini has been repatriated, authorities say
Business|Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

What the key witnesses at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial told the jury

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex crimes trial involved testimony from 34 witnesses

What the key witnesses at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial told the jury
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology

Kids in New York keep dying while 'subway surfing' on top of trains. Can they be stopped?

New York City is trying to deter dangerous “subway surfing” through education programs, but some transportation advocates and lawmakers say it's not enough

Kids in New York keep dying while 'subway surfing' on top of trains. Can they be stopped?
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says

U.S. power consumption will hit record highs in 2025 and 2026, the Energy Information Administration said in its short-term energy outlook on Tuesday.

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

BYD shifts away from in-house payment system that strained suppliers, sources say

China's BYD has told some suppliers it wants to stop using in-house financial notes to pay them, people briefed on the matter said - a seismic shift away from a practice that helped power

BYD shifts away from in-house payment system that strained suppliers, sources say
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Top Italian court approves handover of Ukrainian Nord Stream suspect to Germany

Italy's top court has approved the handover to Germany of a Ukrainian man suspected of coordinating the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipeline, his lawyer Nicola Canestrini

Top Italian court approves handover of Ukrainian Nord Stream suspect to Germany
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Nvidia beats earnings expectations

Nvidia shares rose after hours after announcing record third-quarter revenue.

Nvidia beats earnings expectations
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Layoffs are piling up, raising worker anxiety. Here are some companies that have cut jobs recently

It's a tough time for the job market

Layoffs are piling up, raising worker anxiety. Here are some companies that have cut jobs recently
Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Technology|Travel

Flight attendants share secrets to surviving holiday travel

Flight attendants share secrets to surviving holiday travel

Flight attendants share secrets to surviving holiday travel
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

How will the universe end?

Will the universe keep existing forever? An astrophysicist explains how scientists aren’t entirely sure, but they can make predictions.

How will the universe end?
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Layoffs are piling up, raising worker anxiety. Here are some companies that have cut jobs recently

It's a tough time to be looking for a job

Layoffs are piling up, raising worker anxiety. Here are some companies that have cut jobs recently
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology

Black Friday: What time do stores open?

Black Friday has become something of an anachronism in the e-commerce era

Black Friday: What time do stores open?
Business|Economy|Political|Technology

Instacart sues New York City over worker pay, tipping laws

Instacart sued New York City on Tuesday, seeking to block enforcement of five laws affecting the grocery delivery company, including higher minimum pay

Instacart sues New York City over worker pay, tipping laws
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology

New York Liberty hire Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco as head coach

The New York Liberty have hired Golden State Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco as their head coach, the team announced Wednesday

New York Liberty hire Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco as head coach
Technology|World

Trump administration orders enhanced vetting for applicants of H-1B visa

The Trump administration on Wednesday announced increased vetting of applicants for H-1B visas for highly skilled workers, with an internal State

Trump administration orders enhanced vetting for applicants of H-1B visa
Business|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers

Winter weather brings various hazards that people have to contend with to keep warm and safe

Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US issues first commercial construction permit for a nuclear reactor in years to a Wyoming project

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued its first construction permit for a commercial nuclear reactor in eight years

US issues first commercial construction permit for a nuclear reactor in years to a Wyoming project
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Google settles with Epic Games with offer to lower its app store commissions

Google will lower the lucrative fees imposed on its Android app store and offer a way for rival options to gain its stamp of approval, ending a bruising legal battle that led to one of several rulings condemning its tactics as an illegal monopoly

Google settles with Epic Games with offer to lower its app store commissions
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump says deal on data centers will lower electricity prices as tech companies vow to cover costs

President Donald Trump is pressing Big Tech to build its own power as AI data centers spark anger over electric bills

Trump says deal on data centers will lower electricity prices as tech companies vow to cover costs
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Political|Technology

New Mexico jurors watch Zuckerberg deposition in Meta child safety bellwether trial

Jurors in a bellwether trial about the impacts of social media on children are studying a deposition from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg

New Mexico jurors watch Zuckerberg deposition in Meta child safety bellwether trial
Crime|Environment|Health|Technology

Bloodhounds in North Dakota are blazing a trail in the Midwest

The North Dakota Highway Patrol's newest recruit has floppy ears, four legs and a powerful tool for finding people

Bloodhounds in North Dakota are blazing a trail in the Midwest
Education|Science|Technology

We designed an AI tutor that helps college students reason rather than give them answers

A 2025 study shows that an AI-based tutor improves learning when it prompts reasoning and is paired with peer discussion.

We designed an AI tutor that helps college students reason rather than give them answers
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Why are some stars always visible while others come and go with the seasons?

From Earth spinning on its axis and orbiting the Sun to it precessing like a top, lots of factors affect which stars you can see in the sky.

Why are some stars always visible while others come and go with the seasons?
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Researchers are combining drones and AI to make removing land mines faster and safer

Using drones makes detecting land mines safer. Using AI to fuse data from multiple types of sensors on the drones makes it more efficient.

Researchers are combining drones and AI to make removing land mines faster and safer
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Latest California-based gig work app lets people book content creators, editors

Latest California-based gig work app lets people book content creators, editors

Latest California-based gig work app lets people book content creators, editors
Arts|Entertainment|Technology

VistaVision, a vintage format left for dead, is revived in 'One Battle After Another' and more

VistaVision, the large-scale film format used largely in the 1950s, is enjoying a big-screen revival

VistaVision, a vintage format left for dead, is revived in 'One Battle After Another' and more
Business|Science|Sports|Technology

Doubles and triples are dwindling in MLB. Blame better outfielders and sluggers

The number of doubles and triples in the major leagues went down again last year

Doubles and triples are dwindling in MLB. Blame better outfielders and sluggers
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Elon Musk defends tweets in lawsuit alleging they caused Twitter stock to fall before acquisition

Elon Musk continued to defend his actions in the months leading up to his 2022 purchase of Twitter in court Thursday

Elon Musk defends tweets in lawsuit alleging they caused Twitter stock to fall before acquisition
Crime|Technology

FBI investigating ‘suspicious’ cyber activities on critical surveillance network

FBI investigating ‘suspicious’ cyber activities on critical surveillance network

FBI investigating ‘suspicious’ cyber activities on critical surveillance network
Economy|Environment|Opinion|Science|Technology|World

Persian Gulf desalination plants could become military targets in regional war

Key sources of drinking water have been targets in past conflicts. And Iranian strikes have already hit close to some.

Persian Gulf desalination plants could become military targets in regional war
Business|Crime|Political|Technology|World

FBI investigating 'suspicious' cyber activity on system holding sensitive surveillance information

The FBI is investigating “suspicious activities” on an internal system that the bureau says contains sensitive information related to surveillance operations and investigations

FBI investigating 'suspicious' cyber activity on system holding sensitive surveillance information
Science|Technology|World

No chance asteroid will slam into the moon in 2032, NASA says

NASA says there's now zero chance that asteroid 2024 YR4 will crash into the moon in 2032

No chance asteroid will slam into the moon in 2032, NASA says
Business|Health|Science|Technology

FDA goes on offense amid surge of criticism for recent drug decisions

FDA goes on offense amid surge of criticism for recent drug decisions

FDA goes on offense amid surge of criticism for recent drug decisions
Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|World

How springing forward to daylight saving time could affect your health

Losing an hour of sleep as daylight saving time kicks in can do more than leave you tired and cranky the next day — it also could harm your health

How springing forward to daylight saving time could affect your health
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

SpaceX lays out IPO details, targets early June roadshow, sources say

SpaceX outlined details of its highly anticipated IPO at a meeting with its team of bankers Monday night, telling them it plans to earmark a large portion of

SpaceX lays out IPO details, targets early June roadshow, sources say
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Philippines, US to build industrial hub to strengthen supply chain security

The United States and the Philippines will build a 4,000-acre (1,620-hectare) industrial hub after Manila joined a Washington-led initiative to secure AI and semiconductor

Philippines, US to build industrial hub to strengthen supply chain security
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Norway wealth fund: assessing whether to invest in SpaceX

Norway's $2.2 trillion sovereign wealth fund, the world's largest, is assessing whether to invest in SpaceX, the fund's deputy CEO told Reuters on Thursday.

Norway wealth fund: assessing whether to invest in SpaceX
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Technology

Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approve Paramount takeover

Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders have cleared the way for CNN, HBO and Warner’s other media brands to join Paramount Skydance later this year by “overwhelmingly” voting in support of the takeover deal, according to WBD.

Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approve Paramount takeover
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

South Korea factory activity expands at strongest pace in over 4 years, PMI shows

South Korea's factory activity expanded at the strongest pace in more than four years in April, as semiconductor demand continued to power both output and new orders, even as

South Korea factory activity expands at strongest pace in over 4 years, PMI shows
Environment|Science|Technology|World

States across the wildfire-prone Western US are using AI for early detection

Another severe wildfire season is forecast for the Western U.S. due to record-breaking heat and an abysmal snowpack

States across the wildfire-prone Western US are using AI for early detection
Business|Economy|Health|Technology

Global drugmakers rush to boost US presence as tariff threat looms

Global drugmakers have been ramping up U.S. manufacturing and stockpiling inventory as the Trump administration moves to impose 100% tariffs on branded drugs unless companies cut

Global drugmakers rush to boost US presence as tariff threat looms
Asia|Finance|Political|Science|Technology|World

What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?

China's Xi Jinping told President Donald Trump on Thursday that disagreement over Taiwan could send relations down a dangerous path and that "Taiwan independence" and cross-

What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Nvidia vigil

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets With Nvidia’s first-quarter results due after Wednesday's bell,

Nvidia vigil
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Samsung consumer electronics union asks court to block vote on pay deal

A Samsung Electronics union representing the conglomerate's consumer electronics workers said on Tuesday it has asked a South Korean court to

Samsung consumer electronics union asks court to block vote on pay deal
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

South Korea aims to launch first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s

South Korea will seek to launch its first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s, under a new programme aimed at countering North Korea's submarine-launched

South Korea aims to launch first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Samsung, LG shares rally ahead of Nvidia CEO meetings with Korean executives

Shares in Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics and other South Korean tech firms rallied on Monday, as expected meetings

Samsung, LG shares rally ahead of Nvidia CEO meetings with Korean executives
Business|Crime|Technology|World

Who were the two pilots who flew the Air India jet that crashed?

Indian investigators are expected to delay issuing a final report into a deadly Air India Boeing 787 crash by the one-year anniversary on Friday, citing the need to complete an

Who were the two pilots who flew the Air India jet that crashed?
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Human remains found in 2 Twin Cities lakes 33 years ago identified as Denise Hartley

Human remains found in 2 Twin Cities lakes 33 years ago identified as Denise Hartley

Human remains found in 2 Twin Cities lakes 33 years ago identified as Denise Hartley
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US Supreme Court rejects Tata challenge to $168 million award in trade secrets case

The U.S.

US Supreme Court rejects Tata challenge to $168 million award in trade secrets case
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

AI lab Odyssey valued at $1.45 billion in latest funding round

AI lab Odyssey on Wednesday said it has raised $310 million in a Series B round valuing it at $1.45 billion, and struck a deal with Amazon Web Services that gives it access to

AI lab Odyssey valued at $1.45 billion in latest funding round
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|Technology|World

European summers are getting brutally hot. So why is air conditioning so rare?

European summers are getting brutally hot. So why is air conditioning so rare?

European summers are getting brutally hot. So why is air conditioning so rare?
Business|Sports|Technology

US anti-bias agency says Nike complied with subpoena, drops lawsuit

The U.S. agency that enforces laws banning workplace discrimination has dropped a lawsuit seeking to enforce a subpoena in an

US anti-bias agency says Nike complied with subpoena, drops lawsuit
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

SK Hynix set for marquee US debut in test for AI appetite

SK Hynix's U.S. trading debut on Friday following a $26.5 billion share sale will be a key test of investors' belief in the durability of the AI boom, coming

SK Hynix set for marquee US debut in test for AI appetite
Environment|Health|Science|Technology

How to protect yourself from the bad air caused by wildfires

When wildfires burn, smoke can travel long distances and degrade air quality far away, posing risks to those breathing it

How to protect yourself from the bad air caused by wildfires
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Chips and ships

From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers! We can’t seem to get away from semiconductors and straits.

Chips and ships
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

FAA returning ticketing authority to Boeing for 737 MAX, 787 planes

The Federal Aviation Administration told Congress on Friday it will allow Boeing to issue airworthiness certificates for all 737 MAX and 787 airplanes starting next

FAA returning ticketing authority to Boeing for 737 MAX, 787 planes
Business|Technology|World

Military jet crashes and burns at California Marine Corps base

A fighter jet crashed at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in California on Friday and erupted into flames. CNN affilaite KGTV reports the pilot ejected and has been recovered.

Military jet crashes and burns at California Marine Corps base
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Sandisk, Western Digital weigh on chip sector as high expectations eclipse strong earnings

Data storage companies tumbled on Thursday after quarterly results from Sandisk and Western Digital failed to sustain momentum in an industry that

Sandisk, Western Digital weigh on chip sector as high expectations eclipse strong earnings
Environment|Political|Science|Technology

US appeals court voids Biden-era efficiency rule for stoves, ovens

A federal appeals court on Tuesday struck down a Biden administration-era rule setting efficiency standards for gas and electric stoves and ovens, saying the

US appeals court voids Biden-era efficiency rule for stoves, ovens
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|Technology|World

‘Cyber privateers’: Trump issues order allowing US companies to hack overseas groups under certain conditions

‘Cyber privateers’: Trump issues order allowing US companies to hack overseas groups under certain conditions

‘Cyber privateers’: Trump issues order allowing US companies to hack overseas groups under certain conditions
Business|Science|Technology|Travel|World

A jet engine fan blade cut into a plane and caused a passenger to be partially sucked out of a window, the NTSB says

A jet engine fan blade cut into a plane and caused a passenger to be partially sucked out of a window, the NTSB says

A jet engine fan blade cut into a plane and caused a passenger to be partially sucked out of a window, the NTSB says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Applied Materials forecasts revenue above estimates, shares fall on high expectations

Applied Materials forecast fourth-quarter revenue above Wall Street expectations on Thursday, betting that unabated demand for advanced AI chips will continue to fuel

Applied Materials forecasts revenue above estimates, shares fall on high expectations
Science|Technology|World

A cosmic breadcrumb trail leads astronomers to a discovery in another galaxy

A cosmic breadcrumb trail leads astronomers to a discovery in another galaxy

A cosmic breadcrumb trail leads astronomers to a discovery in another galaxy
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

US stocks rise to a record as oil prices drop and inflation gets less bad

The U.S. stock market rose to a record following the latest sign that inflation is getting less bad

US stocks rise to a record as oil prices drop and inflation gets less bad
Environment|Science|Technology|World

FACT FOCUS: Conspiracy theories falsely blame Colombia earthquake on Alaska research program

An enduring conspiracy theory has resurfaced on social media after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia on Monday, with users blaming a research program in Alaska for the disaster

FACT FOCUS: Conspiracy theories falsely blame Colombia earthquake on Alaska research program
Business|Economy|Technology|World

S&P 500 notches record-high close as rate-hike worries ease

The S&P 500 notched a record-high close on Thursday, fueled by advances in Sandisk and other heavyweight technology stocks, as tame producer price

S&P 500 notches record-high close as rate-hike worries ease
Business|Economy|Technology

Silver Lake in talks to buy Workday, sources say

Private equity firm Silver Lake is in talks to acquire Workday in a deal that would rank among the largest software buyouts in history, according to people familiar

Silver Lake in talks to buy Workday, sources say
Business|Economy|Technology

Sandisk forecasts mid-to-high-teens revenue growth through 2030

Sandisk on Thursday said it expects revenue to grow at a mid-to-high-teens percentage rate from fiscal years 2028 to 2030, encouraged by strong demand amid rapid AI infrastructure

Sandisk forecasts mid-to-high-teens revenue growth through 2030
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology

NBA's 2026-27 schedule gives Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo homecoming games in January

Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo will play homecoming games a week apart in January

NBA's 2026-27 schedule gives Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo homecoming games in January
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology

Hundreds of cyclists take over Burlington streets on Wednesday for critical mass ride honoring Shiloh Skalka

Hundreds of cyclists take over Burlington streets on Wednesday for critical mass ride honoring Shiloh Skalka

Hundreds of cyclists take over Burlington streets on Wednesday for critical mass ride honoring Shiloh Skalka
Business|Crime|Political|Technology|World

Flock announces changes amid backlash over its license plate reader network

A company that operates a vast nationwide network of automated cameras that record the license plate numbers and other characteristics of all passing vehicles every day is making changes to its platform

Flock announces changes amid backlash over its license plate reader network
Business|Science|Technology

Google unveils Gemini 3.7 Flash AI model for coding, agent workflows

Alphabet's Google launched Gemini 3.7 Flash on Thursday, its latest AI model designed for software coding and automated business tasks, but offered no details on when its flagship

Google unveils Gemini 3.7 Flash AI model for coding, agent workflows
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Trio of economic forces could boost electric vehicles, WoodMac says

A trio of emerging economic forces could boost global production of electric vehicles with implications for oil, power and metal markets, a report from Wood Mackenzie

Trio of economic forces could boost electric vehicles, WoodMac says
Business|Science|Technology

DeepSeek launches V4 Pro at prices up to 14 times higher than V4 Flash

Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek formally released its V4 Pro model on Thursday, pricing it several times higher than its V4 Flash model

DeepSeek launches V4 Pro at prices up to 14 times higher than V4 Flash
Business|Economy|Technology

S&P 500 CEO pay jumps to record as Musk-inspired compensation plans spread

Extraordinary corporate compensation deals for Elon Musk have opened the door for the CEOs of other S&P 500 companies to win huge paydays, a new study shows.

S&P 500 CEO pay jumps to record as Musk-inspired compensation plans spread
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

AI firm Databricks valued at $190 billion as it bags $5 billion in funding

Databricks said on Thursday it had raised $5 billion at a $190 billion valuation, as the data and artificial intelligence software company looks to expand investments in products

AI firm Databricks valued at $190 billion as it bags $5 billion in funding
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Robinhood's second fund for retail investors eyeing private markets starts trading

Robinhood's second venture fund debuted on Thursday, giving retail investors access to early-stage startups that have traditionally been out of reach for all but

Robinhood's second fund for retail investors eyeing private markets starts trading
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Senior US market watchdog official exits to join dealmaking fintech Finalis

Steven Price, senior vice president of market investigations at the U.S.

Senior US market watchdog official exits to join dealmaking fintech Finalis
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Cerebras slumps as mixed quarterly results test AI growth narrative

Cerebras Systems slumped over 9% in early trading Thursday after it missed key estimates despite soaring cloud revenue, raising doubts about the ability of its AI chips to challenge

Cerebras slumps as mixed quarterly results test AI growth narrative
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Sweden's IF Metall ends Tesla strike after carmaker buys out union members

Swedish trade union IF Metall said on Thursday it was calling off its three-year-long industrial action against Tesla after the carmaker bought out all the union's

Sweden's IF Metall ends Tesla strike after carmaker buys out union members
Health|Science|Technology

Teens are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support – here’s how to keep kids safe

Chatbots are becoming commonplace in teens’ lives, but these tools were never developed or validated for mental health support.

Teens are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support – here’s how to keep kids safe
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

An AI agent spent your money – can anyone prove you authorized it?

AI agents cross company boundaries, but proof of their authority often does not. When they overstep, no single record shows what the user allowed.

An AI agent spent your money – can anyone prove you authorized it?
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Exploring the Moon will require rovers that can think for themselves – an upcoming NASA mission will test whether they can

NASA’s CADRE mission will test a small team of autonomous rovers that can function without constant communication with Earth.

Exploring the Moon will require rovers that can think for themselves – an upcoming NASA mission will test whether they can
Business|Crime|Technology

Flock rolls out new police auditing and accountability controls following surveillance concerns

Flock rolls out new police auditing and accountability controls following surveillance concerns

Flock rolls out new police auditing and accountability controls following surveillance concerns
Education|Opinion|Technology

‘Hello, just circling back!’ Not responding to emails is common across higher education but bad for morale

Several colleges and universities instruct students on how to navigate email communication on their campus, but more could consider the practice.

‘Hello, just circling back!’ Not responding to emails is common across higher education but bad for morale
Arts|Business|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Wildfire-damaged historic buildings may not be as ruined as they appear, but saving them means acting fast

The damage is sometimes only centimeters deep. Three engineers explain the colors of burned masonry and other signs preservationists look for amid another destructive fire year.

Wildfire-damaged historic buildings may not be as ruined as they appear, but saving them means acting fast
Asia|Technology|World

Taiwan briefly slows its mobile internet to text-only speed as part of defense drill

For 30 minutes, the internet in parts of Taiwan crawled

Taiwan briefly slows its mobile internet to text-only speed as part of defense drill
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Vantage Data Centers explores IPO at $100 billion valuation or sale, sources say

Vantage Data Centers, a major hyperscale developer and operator, is exploring options including an IPO or sale as soon as next year, according

Vantage Data Centers explores IPO at $100 billion valuation or sale, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Thoma Bravo to take Accelerant private in more than $4 billion deal

Accelerant said on Thursday that private equity firm Thoma Bravo will take the insurance marketplace private in an all-cash deal worth more than $4 billion just over a year after

Thoma Bravo to take Accelerant private in more than $4 billion deal
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

DeepSeek raises API pricing for its V4 models

Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek will raise API prices for its V4-Pro and V4-Flash models and introduce peak and off-peak pricing, a company statement on

DeepSeek raises API pricing for its V4 models
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology

AI boom is starting to show in UK economy's performance

Britain's economy is showing the clearest signs yet that it is benefitting from the global artificial intelligence boom, with data on Thursday

AI boom is starting to show in UK economy's performance
Science|Technology

When they didn’t find fraud while testing a voting machine for the Trump admin, this cyber firm faced a wave of backlash

When they didn’t find fraud while testing a voting machine for the Trump admin, this cyber firm faced a wave of backlash

When they didn’t find fraud while testing a voting machine for the Trump admin, this cyber firm faced a wave of backlash
Business|Economy|Technology

Rise of AI shopping pushes merchants to protect loyalty, Adyen says

The increasing prevalence of AI chatbots handling consumer shopping is pushing merchants to uphold more direct customer relationships over

Rise of AI shopping pushes merchants to protect loyalty, Adyen says
Science|Technology|World

Hackers used autonomous AI agents to attack Taiwan. Is this the future of cyberwarfare?

Hackers used autonomous AI agents to attack Taiwan. Is this the future of cyberwarfare?

Hackers used autonomous AI agents to attack Taiwan. Is this the future of cyberwarfare?
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

SMIC profit more than triples on AI-driven chip demand

China's largest contract chipmaker, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp , reported on Thursday second-quarter profit more than

SMIC profit more than triples on AI-driven chip demand
Asia|Business|Technology|World

China's WeRide eyes Australia, Southeast Asia among potential new markets after strong Q2

Chinese autonomous driving firm WeRide is considering Australia, South Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia as potential new markets for expansion, its chief executive said on

China's WeRide eyes Australia, Southeast Asia among potential new markets after strong Q2
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Microsoft retreats in China, but AI boom helps it keep a window open

Microsoft once regarded the idea of quitting China as unthinkable.

Microsoft retreats in China, but AI boom helps it keep a window open
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Heron Power plans $100 million factory for advanced electric grid equipment

Heron Power, a startup run by a former senior executive of EV maker Tesla, said on Thursday it plans to build a $100 million factory in California to make

Heron Power plans $100 million factory for advanced electric grid equipment
Business|Political|Technology|Travel|World

A passenger jet that came too close to Trump’s Marine One helicopter highlights continuing air traffic control problems

A passenger jet that came too close to Trump’s Marine One helicopter highlights continuing air traffic control problems

A passenger jet that came too close to Trump’s Marine One helicopter highlights continuing air traffic control problems
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

AI boom or bubble? Timing is everything

AI boom or bubble? Timing is everything

AI boom or bubble? Timing is everything
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

China chip designer Kiwimoore plans Hong Kong IPO at $2 billion valuation, sources say

Chinese chip designer Kiwimoore has confidentially filed for a Hong Kong initial public offering, targeting a valuation of about $2

China chip designer Kiwimoore plans Hong Kong IPO at $2 billion valuation, sources say
Arts|Crime|Economy|Environment|Finance|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Trump keeps saying the US controls the Strait of Hormuz. Does it?

Trump keeps saying the US controls the Strait of Hormuz. Does it?

Trump keeps saying the US controls the Strait of Hormuz. Does it?
Business|Environment|Science|Technology

Emails reveal Indian carmakers' fuel contamination worries before public retreat

Hours after India made public assurances last week that its ethanol-blended petrol was safe, the country's main auto lobby withdrew a

Emails reveal Indian carmakers' fuel contamination worries before public retreat
Business|Economy|Technology|World

China's Lenovo posts 43% jump in Q1 revenue, riding AI infrastructure boom

China's Lenovo Group reported a 43% jump in quarterly revenue on Thursday, beating forecasts to drive shares up as much as 22%, as the world's

China's Lenovo posts 43% jump in Q1 revenue, riding AI infrastructure boom
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Shein eyes Hong Kong market debut on August 28, source says

Online fast-fashion retailer Shein is planning to make its stockmarket debut in Hong Kong on August 28, a person with knowledge of the matter said, ending a listing

Shein eyes Hong Kong market debut on August 28, source says
Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Millions crowd Spanish cities to see country's first total solar eclipse in over a century

Millions of people crowded cloudless cities and towns in Spain in search of the best views of a total solar eclipse, when the alignment of the sun, moon and Earth briefly plunged parts of the planet into darkness

Millions crowd Spanish cities to see country's first total solar eclipse in over a century
Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Alpine resorts' snowmaking equipment may be put to work fighting summer forest fires

Alpine resorts may have a new way to put their snowmaking equipment to work as Europe bakes through hot summers: helping douse forest fires

Alpine resorts' snowmaking equipment may be put to work fighting summer forest fires
Business|Science|Technology

Anthropic in talks to buy Decart AI, source says

Anthropic is in talks to buy Nvidia-backed startup Decart AI, according to a source familiar with the matter, as the Claude maker explores acquisitions that

Anthropic in talks to buy Decart AI, source says
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political|Technology|World

Meta says it has taken down 756,000 Australian teen accounts as ban enforcement looms

Facebook and Instagram owner Meta said on Thursday it had taken down more than 750,000 accounts it suspected were held by Australians aged under 16 since a world-first ban

Meta says it has taken down 756,000 Australian teen accounts as ban enforcement looms
Asia|Business|Science|Technology|World

Starlink starts taking orders for satellite internet service in Vietnam

Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by Elon Musk's SpaceX, has begun accepting orders in Vietnam, according to the company's local website.

Starlink starts taking orders for satellite internet service in Vietnam
Political|Science|Technology|World

Taiwan says it was targeted last month in AI-driven hacking campaign

Taiwan detected AI-assisted cyberattacks on government agencies last month coming from overseas but the affected bodies

Taiwan says it was targeted last month in AI-driven hacking campaign
Business|Economy|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Google’s Android chief lays out his vision for how AI will change our smartphones

Google’s Android chief lays out his vision for how AI will change our smartphones

Google’s Android chief lays out his vision for how AI will change our smartphones
Business|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|US|Videos

Deaths and damage reported as severe weather in the Midwest spawns tornadoes and flash flooding

Severe storms have wreaked havoc across the Midwest, causing tornadoes, heavy rains, and flash flooding

Deaths and damage reported as severe weather in the Midwest spawns tornadoes and flash flooding
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Strong majority of Japanese firms have yet to fully embrace AI: Reuters poll

More than 80% of Japanese companies use artificial intelligence in only a limited capacity in their operations or not at all, a Reuters survey showed on

Strong majority of Japanese firms have yet to fully embrace AI: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

Global EV sales rise in July as Europe offsets weakness in China and North America

Global demand for electric vehicles rose for a fifth consecutive month in July, driven by robust growth in Europe while sales weakened in China and North America,

Global EV sales rise in July as Europe offsets weakness in China and North America
Crime|Political|Technology|US|World

US immigration agency plans to buy electric shock gloves, raising alarm among rights advocates

The U.S.

US immigration agency plans to buy electric shock gloves, raising alarm among rights advocates
Crime|Political|Technology|World

ICE's plan to give officers electric shock gloves draws outrage and fears of misuse

Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s plan to give officers gloves that deliver painful electric shocks is facing criticism from Democratic elected officials and civil rights advocates, who call it unnecessary and cruel

ICE's plan to give officers electric shock gloves draws outrage and fears of misuse
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Battery cell production at Ohio plant to restart for GM EVs

A factory jointly owned by General Motors and LG Energy Solution in northeast Ohio is scheduled to restart production of battery cells next week after a seven

Battery cell production at Ohio plant to restart for GM EVs
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Trump sued over service that offers paid early access to Truth Social posts

Donald Trump was sued on Wednesday by two media entities seeking to shut down a new service that sells paid access to the U.S. president's posts,

Trump sued over service that offers paid early access to Truth Social posts
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Ford to move production of some Lincoln models from China to US

Ford Motor plans to move production of some Lincoln models from China to the U.S. beginning in 2030, Ford's CEO told Reuters on Wednesday, saying the move

Ford to move production of some Lincoln models from China to US
Crime|Political|Technology|US|World

Trump signed memo to allow use of cyber tools to target transnational criminal organizations, White House says

U.S.

Trump signed memo to allow use of cyber tools to target transnational criminal organizations, White House says
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Cerebras shares plummet 16% after results fail to impress investors

By Anhata Rooprai and Max A.

Cerebras shares plummet 16% after results fail to impress investors
Business|Economy|Technology

Cisco forecasts annual revenue above estimates on sustained AI spending

Cisco Systems forecast fiscal 2027 revenue above Wall Street expectations on Wednesday, signaling confidence that strong demand for its AI networking gear will continue

Cisco forecasts annual revenue above estimates on sustained AI spending
Crime|Science|Technology

Flock, LPR technology across the Triad sees vandalism as law enforcement continues use

Flock, LPR technology across the Triad sees vandalism as law enforcement continues use

Flock, LPR technology across the Triad sees vandalism as law enforcement continues use
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Lawsuit seeks to ban Trump Media from charging for early access to president's posts on US policy

President Donald Trump was sued in federal court Wednesday to stop him from making money off a new, paid service at his Truth Social company offering early, exclusive access to his posts on U.S. policy

Lawsuit seeks to ban Trump Media from charging for early access to president's posts on US policy
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Inside the Google executive moves that led to its big AI reshuffle

Google co-founder Sergey Brin in recent months has urged key AI staff to go all in on the company's Gemini model as parent Alphabet seeks to close the

Inside the Google executive moves that led to its big AI reshuffle
Business|Health|Technology

As Hims prepares for peptides launch, Wall Street cautious on prospects this year

Hims & Hers Health plans to offer some legally available peptides in 2026, but investors and analysts who spoke to Reuters after the telehealth company's

As Hims prepares for peptides launch, Wall Street cautious on prospects this year
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

S&P 500 ends higher as CoreWeave results fuel AI optimism

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq ended higher on Wednesday, lifted by upbeat quarterly results from CoreWeave and other AI infrastructure firms, while

S&P 500 ends higher as CoreWeave results fuel AI optimism
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World

The Knicks will also open their NBA Cup title defense against LeBron James and the 76ers

The New York Knicks are going to open both of their title defenses against LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers

The Knicks will also open their NBA Cup title defense against LeBron James and the 76ers
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Trump sued on First and Fifth Amendment grounds over paid Truth Social access

Trump sued on First and Fifth Amendment grounds over paid Truth Social access

Trump sued on First and Fifth Amendment grounds over paid Truth Social access
Business|Europe|Sports|Technology

Cadillac replaces team principal Graeme Lowdon a week before F1 season resumes

Formula 1’s newest outfit Cadillac has fired its first team principal Graeme Lowdon and replaced him with former Alpine director Marcin Budkowski

Cadillac replaces team principal Graeme Lowdon a week before F1 season resumes
Health|Science|Technology

NASA astronaut Mike Fincke leaves agency months after medical emergency in space

NASA astronaut Mike Fincke leaves agency months after medical emergency in space

NASA astronaut Mike Fincke leaves agency months after medical emergency in space
Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Radiation vest tested on NASA moonshot can cut astronauts' exposure in solar storms, study suggests

A new study suggests a protective vest tested on a manikin during NASA's first Artemis moonshot could slash the radiation exposure of lunar astronauts during severe solar storms

Radiation vest tested on NASA moonshot can cut astronauts' exposure in solar storms, study suggests
Business|Crime|Health|Technology

Jury selection begins in Meta youth harms trial in California federal court

Jury selection began Wednesday in Meta’s federal trial over claims its platforms have harmed youth mental health and track children in violation of federal law

Jury selection begins in Meta youth harms trial in California federal court
Business|Economy|Health|Technology

The typical gig worker is changing – and struggling more than ever to make ends meet

For many gig workers, app-based work is no longer just about extra cash but economic need, a new survey finds.

The typical gig worker is changing – and struggling more than ever to make ends meet
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Technology

Paramount says CNN sale 'on the table' to resolve California suit over Warner Bros deal

Paramount Skydance is keeping all options, including a possible sale of CNN, "on the table" to resolve California's antitrust suit challenging its $110 billion acquisition of Warner

Paramount says CNN sale 'on the table' to resolve California suit over Warner Bros deal
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Londian Wason valued at $2 billion, biggest Chinese debut in New York in over a year

Copper foil maker Londian Wason New Energy Tech was valued at $2.01 billion in its New York Stock Exchange debut on Wednesday, marking the

Londian Wason valued at $2 billion, biggest Chinese debut in New York in over a year
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Uber invests in Latin American motorcycle lender Galgo to finance gig workers

Uber will invest in Galgo, a Latin American lender focused on motorcycle purchases, as the ride-hailing giant looks to expand access to vehicles for

Uber invests in Latin American motorcycle lender Galgo to finance gig workers
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology

St. Petersburg again, then Phoenix and Arlington: IndyCar’s 2027 opening stretch

IndyCar announced Wednesday that the racing series will start its 2027 season March 7 on the streets of St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg again, then Phoenix and Arlington: IndyCar’s 2027 opening stretch
Business|Health|Technology

Meta, 29 states head to court in biggest test yet of youth social media litigation

Meta Platforms will face a coalition of state attorneys general in a California federal court trial beginning on Wednesday over claims it engineered Facebook

Meta, 29 states head to court in biggest test yet of youth social media litigation
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher after inflation data, earnings boost

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq opened higher on Wednesday as investors assessed largely in-line inflation data, while upbeat earnings from some AI infrastructure companies provided

S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher after inflation data, earnings boost
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|Technology

CoreWeave, Super Micro surge on signs of sustained AI buildout

Shares of CoreWeave and Super Micro Computer jumped to their highest since June on Wednesday after upbeat forecasts from the two AI infrastructure companies signaled

CoreWeave, Super Micro surge on signs of sustained AI buildout
Business|Environment|Science|Technology

A software glitch prevented weather warnings from going out as deadly storms struck Midwest

A software glitch prevented weather warnings from going out as deadly storms struck Midwest

A software glitch prevented weather warnings from going out as deadly storms struck Midwest
Europe|Political|Technology|World

An overnight Ukrainian blitz damages Russia's Black Sea naval stronghold, Zelenskyy says

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukrainian missiles and drones blitzed Russia's naval base on the Black Sea coast in a nighttime operation

An overnight Ukrainian blitz damages Russia's Black Sea naval stronghold, Zelenskyy says
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Google unveils latest Pixel phones with slimmer cameras and more AI features

Google on Wednesday unveiled its latest lineup of Pixel phones, with slimmer cameras that include more a powerful zoom and artificial intelligence features designed to help users accomplish things with fewer taps and swipes

Google unveils latest Pixel phones with slimmer cameras and more AI features
Europe|Technology|World

German cabinet approves plan to grant more powers to spy services

Germany's cabinet approved measures on Wednesday to grant intelligence services new powers to hack communications and disrupt foreign adversaries' operations to counter what

German cabinet approves plan to grant more powers to spy services
Environment|Science|Technology

Green roofs can help cool cities in the summer heat, but building them is only the first step – many don’t survive

The success of green roofs depends on more than just good intentions and engineering – they need long-term love and care.

Green roofs can help cool cities in the summer heat, but building them is only the first step – many don’t survive
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Science|Technology

Layoffs tied to AI hurt worker productivity – and the reason may surprise managers

For too many companies, the adoption of artificial intelligence has become an AI hunger game that spreads fear rather than engagement.

Layoffs tied to AI hurt worker productivity – and the reason may surprise managers
Business|Environment|Science|Technology

‘Starwashing’: How space companies use the greenwashing playbook while engaging in environmentally damaging practices

Orbital data centers, space habitats, mining the Moon – despite taking place in space, the practices many companies are imagining will still affect the Earth.

‘Starwashing’: How space companies use the greenwashing playbook while engaging in environmentally damaging practices
Crime|Technology

ICE plans to give officers gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks

Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers may soon be outfitted with gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks that are intended to gain compliance from combative individuals

ICE plans to give officers gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|Technology

Hedge funds upped short AI bets in July, Hazeltree says

Hedge funds upped short bets on AI-related stocks in July, according to a Wednesday report from data platform Hazeltree, part of a broad shift in the month that saw

Hedge funds upped short AI bets in July, Hazeltree says
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Rain pounds Beijing as Typhoon Dolphin sweeps through China

China's strongest typhoon this year battered the capital with bouts of intense rain that flooded key roads and

Rain pounds Beijing as Typhoon Dolphin sweeps through China
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Taiwan's Foxconn reports 35% rise in Q2 profit on AI demand, beats forecasts

Taiwan's Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker, reported on Wednesday a 35% rise in second-quarter profit, beating analyst forecasts, on continued strong

Taiwan's Foxconn reports 35% rise in Q2 profit on AI demand, beats forecasts
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Norway wealth fund posts record $184 billion profit in first half of 2026

Norway's $2.3 trillion sovereign wealth fund, the world's largest, posted a record profit of 1.75 trillion Norwegian crowns ($184.3 billion) for

Norway wealth fund posts record $184 billion profit in first half of 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|US|World

Bank of America pledges $250 billion for US infrastructure financing

Bank of America said on Wednesday it plans to deploy $250 billion by July 2027 to support U.S. digital and infrastructure projects, a move

Bank of America pledges $250 billion for US infrastructure financing
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

NYC Council probes Polymarket over alleged predatory marketing practices

New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin has accused major prediction market startups of using predatory marketing practices to exploit young traders, according to a letter sent to

NYC Council probes Polymarket over alleged predatory marketing practices
Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Technology

What's the latest in the trials over claims social media is hurting children?

Meta Platforms, Google's YouTube, TikTok parent ByteDance and Snap Inc are facing thousands of lawsuits brought by states, school districts and individuals alleging they

What's the latest in the trials over claims social media is hurting children?
Business|Crime|Health|Science|Technology

Lilly sues six companies over alleged illegal sales of experimental obesity drug retatrutide

Eli Lilly on Wednesday said it had filed six lawsuits against U.S. companies it accuses of illegally selling black-market versions of its

Lilly sues six companies over alleged illegal sales of experimental obesity drug retatrutide
Business|Technology|World

FlightAware withdraws lawsuit against Kalshi over flight-cancellation markets

Flight-tracking company FlightAware withdrew its lawsuit against Kalshi on Tuesday, a day after it filed the suit that accuses the prediction markets giant of using its data and

FlightAware withdraws lawsuit against Kalshi over flight-cancellation markets
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Technology

The cars that won't be around next year, according to Edmunds

Before you head to the dealership for your next car, read this first — because if the car you want is on this list, you might be out of luck

The cars that won't be around next year, according to Edmunds
Crime|Political|Technology|US|World

ICE plans to spend up to $20 million on electrical shock gloves for agents

ICE plans to spend up to $20 million on electrical shock gloves for agents

ICE plans to spend up to $20 million on electrical shock gloves for agents
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Nigeria's EV ambitions run into reality of weak electricity supply

Nigeria approved tax waivers for nearly 4,000 electric vehicles in the first half of this year, government data showed, as authorities push to accelerate nascent EV adoption

Nigeria's EV ambitions run into reality of weak electricity supply
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Nvidia partners with Wall Street giants to raise $500 billion for AI buildout

Nvidia said on Monday it has partnered with six major financial institutions to launch compute

Nvidia partners with Wall Street giants to raise $500 billion for AI buildout