In a powerful show of unity and resilience, tens of thousands gathered in Hama, Syria, to commemorate the expulsion of Bashar al-Assad’s forces one year ago. This significant anniversary sparked passionate calls for accountability and justice, reflecting a yearning for peace and democracy in the region. Such gatherings not only symbolize a commitment to remembering…
In a significant development for human rights accountability in Africa, a Kenyan parliamentary report has brought to light a range of serious allegations against British troops training in the country. The findings suggest that these soldiers, stationed in Kenya for nearly six decades, have faced increasing scrutiny from local communities for their alleged misconduct, prompting…
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Meta has been hit with an EU antitrust investigation over its use of AI features in WhatsApp, as the European bloc continues to ramp up challenges to US big tech giants. The probe will examine whether Meta’s new policy on allowing AI providers’ access to WhatsApp may breach EU competition rules, Brussels said in a…
The calendar year may have a few weeks left to tick off, but as far as the government’s budget is concerned, we’re in fiscal 2026. And in a matter of weeks, the Treasury has already paid out a 12-figure sum to service the nation’s debt. Unlike the tax and calendar year, the government’s financial calendar…
12/04 update below. This post was originally published on December 03 Bitcoin and crypto prices have bounced back this week as the market braces for a massive Federal Reserve December flip. Sign up now for CryptoCodex—A free crypto newsletter that will get you ahead of the market The bitcoin price has charted its best day…
A sign at a NYS Department Of Labor job fair at the Downtown Central Library in Buffalo, New York, US, on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025. Lauren Petracca | Bloomberg | Getty Images Announced job cuts from U.S. employers moved further ahead of 1 million for the year in November as corporate restructuring, artificial intelligence and…
The FBI on Thursday morning arrested a suspect accused of planting pipe bombs outside the Republican and Democratic party headquarters in Washington, D.C., prior to the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot, the Trump administration said. The suspect, Brian Cole Jr., a 30-year-old resident of Woodbridge, Virginia, is charged with “use of an explosive device,” U.S….
The dynamics of military engagement in drug trafficking have recently come under scrutiny, particularly following a U.S. airstrike that resulted in the deaths of four individuals linked to a suspected drug operation in the Eastern Pacific. As discussions about the ethical implications of such military actions intensify, attention turns to the oversight and accountability within…
Tensions in Lebanon remain high as President Joseph Aoun engages with a visiting United Nations Security Council delegation to address ongoing hostilities with Israel and the challenge of disarming Hezbollah. This critical dialogue comes amid escalating military actions by Israel, underscoring the intricate balance Lebanon must maintain in its relations with Israel while prioritizing national…
DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES (KABC) — A Waymo self-driving taxi drove a passenger through the scene of a police standoff in downtown Los Angeles last week, according to a viral video posted online Monday. The Waymo taxi came across a street blocked by police vehicles early Friday before turning into an area that was not blocked…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang met separately with President Donald Trump and Republican senators Wednesday as tech executives work to secure favorable federal policies for the artificial intelligence industry, including the limited sale of Nvidia’s highly valued computer chips to U.S. rivals like China. Huang’s closed-door meeting with Republicans on the Senate Banking…
United States President Donald Trump has said he has decided on his pick for the next chair of the Federal Reserve. While Trump has yet to confirm his nominee, one name stands out as the overwhelming favourite: Kevin Hassett, the director of the White House’s National Economic Council. Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of list…
As the Eurovision Song Contest prepares for its 2026 edition, the event faces significant contention, particularly following the approval of Israel’s participation. Countries like the Netherlands have announced their intentions to boycott, prompting discussions around the intersection of international events and geopolitical issues. This opportune moment highlights not only the cultural significance of Eurovision but…
A maximum-severity flaw in the widely used JavaScript library React, and several React-based frameworks including Next.js allows unauthenticated, remote attackers to execute malicious code on vulnerable instances. The flaw is easy to abuse, and mass exploitation is “imminent,” according to security researchers. The React team disclosed the unauthenticated remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in React…
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., Nov. 25, 2025. Brendan McDermid | Reuters The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite rose slightly on Thursday as investors prepared for next week’s interest rate decision from the Federal Reserve. The broad-based index inched up 0.11% to close…
As global dynamics grow increasingly complex, nations are forging stronger defense ties to navigate emerging challenges, with Australia and Japan setting an exemplary precedent. With Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles meeting his Japanese counterpart Shinjiro Koizumi, the discussions reflect a mutual commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation, particularly in light of shifting geopolitical landscapes and the…
In a significant development on the geopolitical stage, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have convened for a summit aimed at strengthening ties amidst ongoing global challenges. This meeting marks Putin’s first visit to India since the onset of the Ukraine conflict, highlighting India’s strategic balancing act as it navigates its…
Can any company, big or small, really topple Nvidia’s AI chip dominance? Maybe not. But there are hundreds of billions of dollars of revenue for those who can even peel off a chunk of it for themselves, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said this week. As expected, the company revealed at the AWS re:Invent conference the…
WASHINGTON — Tracy Beth Høeg, a top lieutenant to Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary, will be the next leader of the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, according to an announcement from the FDA. “CDER plays a crucial role in ensuring the medicines we rely on are both safe and effective,” Høeg said…
Aerial sunrise view of Osaka city in Japan Frank Lee | Moment | Getty Images Asia-Pacific markets mostly rose Thursday, after Wall Street gained on hopes the Federal Reserve could cut interest rates next week following weaker-than-expected jobs data. Payroll processor ADP reported that private companies cut 32,000 workers in November, compared with 47,000 additions…
<img src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-125756109,imgsize-20636,width-400,resizemode-4/donald-trump-to-visit-china.jpg" alt="The 26-minute Tuesday crash, 51% wipeout that deepened Trumps’ crypto woes" title=" US president Donald Trump ” decoding=”async” fetchpriority=”high”> US president Donald Trump The crash Tuesday in the crypto miner American Bitcoin Corp. was instantaneous. At 9.31am on Wall Street, just one minute after trading started, its shares were down 33%. Five minutes…
Adidas has fended off an appeal from shareholders who accused it of hiding misconduct by rapper-entrepreneur Kanye West – otherwise known as Ye – before their partnership broke down in 2022. A San Francisco court said the sportswear giant did not mislead investors, who claimed they had lost money after Adidas shares plunged when it…
In an unfolding saga of legal challenges and political rivalry, the recent rejection of efforts to resurrect criminal charges against New York Attorney General Letitia James highlights the increasingly complex intersection of justice and partisanship in American politics. This decision not only underscores the contentious atmosphere surrounding the Trump administration but also calls into question…
Rosamar/Shutterstock It seems like Christmas has come early for Olive Garden fans as the restaurant has announced the return of two of its most iconic pasta dishes: the Braised Beef Tortelloni and Ravioli di Portobello. The Italian chain, known for its generous portions and hearty menu options, made the announcement on Instagram, where the team…
Recent legal developments surrounding the deployment of National Guard troops in Washington, DC, have drawn attention to the complex interplay of security, legality, and governance in the United States. In a fascinating twist, an appeals court has momentarily halted a lower court’s order demanding the withdrawal of these troops, highlighting the ongoing debates over their…
In a significant development in the realm of U.S. electoral politics, the Supreme Court has granted Texas the authority to implement a contentious congressional redistricting plan that could favor Republican candidates in the approaching 2026 midterm elections. This decision has ignited debates on the implications of partisan gerrymandering, particularly regarding its impact on minority representation…
Billionaire Michael Saylor has been in tight spots before but nothing like this. The share price of Saylor’s firm, Strategy, which owns over 3% of the world’s Bitcoin, is down dramatically. Worse, the company faces twin headwinds in the form of a bearish crypto market and an impending rule change that will likely trigger a…
Amazon Web Services’ annual tech conference AWS re:Invent has wrapped. And the singular message, amid a deluge of product news and keynotes, was AI for the enterprise. This year it was all about upgrades that give customers greater control to customize AI agents, including one that AWS claims can learn from you and then work…
For Immediate Release: December 03, 2025 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced that Tracy Beth Høeg, M.D., Ph.D., has been appointed acting director of the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER). A physician and epidemiologist, Dr. Høeg was a Visiting Scholar at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School of Management…
On Friday, Vinay Prasad—the Food and Drug Administration’s chief medical and scientific officer and its top vaccine regulator—emailed a stunning memo to staff that quickly leaked to the press. Without evidence, Prasad claimed COVID-19 vaccines have killed 10 children in the US, and, as such, he announced unilateral, sweeping changes to the way the agency regulates…
Donald Trump granted Tim Leiweke a pardon, just five months after the administration’s Justice Department charged the live entertainment executive in a scheme to rig the bidding process for a public arena in Texas. The pardon was signed by the president on Tuesday. In July, Leiweke, a longtime executive in live sports and entertainment who…
The signing of a historic peace agreement between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) marks a pivotal moment for regional stability and cooperation in Africa. U.S. President Donald Trump facilitated the event, which aims to address the long-standing conflict between these two nations, offering a new vision for collaboration that extends beyond…