TikTok Goes Dark in the U.S. Amid Legal and Political Battles
TikTok ceases U.S. operations following a federal ban, sparking debates on national security, free speech, and future foreign technology policies.
Jan 19, 2025 1:25 AM EST
Biden Declines to Enforce TikTok Ban, Leaving Decision to Trump Administration
Biden defers TikTok ban enforcement to Trump administration, sparking debate over national security and data privacy concerns for U.S. users.
Jan 17, 2025 5:43 AM EST
China's Population Decline and Economic Growth: A Complex Interplay
China's population declines for a third year while economic growth reaches 5% in 2024, highlighting demographic and economic challenges.
Jan 17, 2025 3:07 AM EST
Israel and Hamas Finalize Ceasefire Deal for Hostage and Prisoner Exchange
Israel and Hamas finalize a ceasefire deal, securing the release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners amid ongoing regional tensions
Jan 17, 2025 2:03 AM EST
SpaceX Starship Test Flight Ends in Mid-Air Explosion
SpaceX's Starship test flight exploded mid-air, ending in failure, though the booster recovery demonstrated progress in reusable rocket technology.
Jan 17, 2025 1:32 AM EST
Biden Warns of Rising Oligarchy in Farewell Address
In his farewell address, President Biden warned of rising oligarchy threatening democracy and urged Americans to defend democratic values.
Jan 16, 2025 12:52 AM EST
U.S. Expands Sanctions on Russia, Targets Entities in China and Kyrgyzstan to Disrupt Military Operations
The U.S. Treasury intensifies sanctions against Russia, targeting entities in China and Kyrgyzstan, aiming to disrupt military operations in Ukraine.
Jan 15, 2025 3:18 PM EST
Israel and Hamas Agree to Ceasefire After 15-Month Gaza Conflict
Israel and Hamas agree to a Qatar-mediated ceasefire, aiming to end 15 months of conflict and enable humanitarian relief efforts.
Jan 15, 2025 2:50 PM EST
Southern California Faces 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' Red Flag Warning
Southern California faces a rare "Particularly Dangerous Situation" red flag warning, with strong Santa Ana winds and low humidity heightening wildfire risks. Residents urged to prepare for potential evacuations.
Jan 15, 2025 2:40 PM EST
Brown-Forman to Cut Workforce, Close Barrel-Making Plant Amid Industry Challenges
Brown-Forman plans workforce reductions and the closure of a Kentucky barrel-making facility, citing cost challenges and evolving whiskey market dynamics.
Jan 14, 2025 3:07 PM EST
Biden Signs Executive Order to Boost AI Infrastructure
President Biden's executive order prioritizes AI infrastructure development, sustainability, and ethical guidelines, solidifying U.S. leadership in global AI innovation.
Jan 14, 2025 2:51 PM EST
Supreme Court Declines to Hear Oil Companies' Appeal in Climate Lawsuits
he U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear oil companies' appeal to block climate change lawsuits, allowing cases like Honolulu's to proceed in state courts.
Jan 13, 2025 1:20 PM EST
Biden Administration Proposes New AI Chip Export Rules to Curb Technology Access for Rivals
The Biden administration unveiled new export controls targeting advanced AI chip technology to prevent adversarial nations, like China, from acquiring critical military applications. The move has sparked industry concerns.
Jan 13, 2025 1:11 PM EST
Apple Urges Shareholders to Reject Proposal Criticising Diversity Efforts
Apple investors express concerns over the company's diversity initiatives, reflecting broader industry debates on inclusivity and corporate responsibility in tech.
Jan 13, 2025 8:31 AM EST
California Wildfires Spark Housing Scams, Authorities Crack Down on Price Gouging
Authorities warn against scams exploiting wildfire victims in Los Angeles. Landlords face scrutiny for rent hikes as recovery efforts intensify.
Jan 13, 2025 7:01 AM EST
Airbus Maintains Lead Over Boeing in Aircraft Deliveries
Boeing delivered around 340 aircraft in 2024, significantly trailing Airbus's 766 jets, underscoring production challenges and market competition pressures.
Jan 12, 2025 1:39 PM EST
U.S. Job Growth Surges in December; Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.1%
U.S. job growth exceeded expectations in December 2024, adding 256,000 jobs, with unemployment falling to 4.1%, signaling labor market resilience.
Jan 10, 2025 12:50 PM EST
Musk Highlights AI Data Limits and Calls for Sustainable Solutions
Elon Musk has warned that AI companies have exhausted available data for training models, highlighting the need for sustainable data solutions and caution about AI's future impact and ethical concerns.
Jan 09, 2025 12:54 PM EST
Greenland Leader to Meet Danish King Amid Trump's Annexation Remarks and EU Condemnation
Greenland's leader meets Denmark's king amid Trump's annexation remarks, sparking EU condemnation. France warns against undermining EU borders as Greenland asserts sovereignty and debates independence. Tensions rise over Arctic geopolitics.
Jan 08, 2025 1:19 PM EST
Workers at Ford's Kentucky Joint Venture Plant File for Union Election
Workers at BlueOval SK, a Ford and SK On joint venture in Kentucky, filed for a union election with UAW support, seeking better wages and benefits in EV battery production.
Jan 08, 2025 1:01 PM EST
Meta Ends Fact-Checking, Cites Complexity of Systems
Meta has discontinued its global fact-checking program, citing system complexity, sparking criticism over the potential rise in misinformation on its platforms worldwide.
Jan 08, 2025 12:43 PM EST
WWE and Netflix Join Forces for Groundbreaking Debut Show
WWE partners with Netflix for a groundbreaking series debut in 2025, blending real-life stories with scripted drama, offering fans unprecedented insights into wrestling superstars, behind-the-scenes action, and the industry's evolution.
Jan 07, 2025 2:31 AM EST
NVIDIA Unveils GeForce RTX 50 Series, Heralding a New Era in AI-Powered Graphics
NVIDIA unveils the GeForce RTX 50 Series with Blackwell architecture, revolutionizing AI-driven graphics, gaming, and creative workflows for 2025.
Jan 07, 2025 1:55 AM EST
Social Security Benefits to Increase for Public Service Workers Under New Federal Rule
New federal rule boosts Social Security benefits for public service workers, addressing long-standing inequalities in retirement payouts for educators, firefighters, and others impacted by outdated provisions.
Jan 06, 2025 2:53 AM EST
Ukraine Conducts Surprise Operation in Russia's Kursk Region
Ukraine conducted a surprise operation in Russia's Kursk region, targeting key infrastructure, escalating cross-border tensions amid the ongoing conflict between the two nations.
Jan 06, 2025 2:42 AM EST
Supreme Court Urged to Reject Trump's Bid to Delay TikTok Ban
The DOJ urges the Supreme Court to reject President-elect Trump's appeal, defending the TikTok ban as essential for national security.
Jan 04, 2025 5:27 AM EST
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol Faces Arrest Amid Widespread Political Turmoil
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol faces arrest on corruption charges, sparking nationwide protests and deepening the country's political crisis.
Jan 03, 2025 10:56 AM EST
IBM's $6.4 Billion HashiCorp Acquisition Faces U.K. Antitrust Scrutiny
IBM's $6.4 billion HashiCorp acquisition faces U.K. antitrust scrutiny, raising concerns over competition and innovation in cloud computing.
Jan 03, 2025 10:48 AM EST
Wholesale Gas Prices Surge Amid Halt in Russian Supplies
Europe faces rising wholesale gas prices as Russia halts supplies via Ukraine, sparking energy security concerns and urgent diversification efforts.
Jan 02, 2025 12:33 PM EST
South Korea Braces for Economic Slowdown in 2025
South Korea predicts 2% economic growth in 2025, citing weak semiconductor demand, high household debt, and global trade challenges.
Jan 02, 2025 12:25 PM EST