This is part of Wet February, a series about America’s increasingly muddled relationship with drinking—and how to sip your way through it wisely and well. I’ve had the same encounter multiple times, but I remember one instance vividly. I had finally spotted a canned version of the Penicillin cocktail, by the brand Tip Top, on the…
The recent Al Jazeera Forum in Doha has emerged as a pivotal platform to address the ongoing repercussions of the Gaza conflict, particularly in light of the dramatic shifts in political dynamics following the war. As Palestinians navigate the complexities of post-war governance, the formation of a new committee tasked with overseeing Gaza’s affairs signals…
Volkswagen is one of three automakers expected to advertise during the Super Bowl in 2026. Courtesy VW DETROIT — Automakers are largely sitting on the advertising sidelines during this year’s Super Bowl amid uncertainty in the U.S. automotive industry involving sales, tariffs and regulations. Carmakers — historically major buyers of ads during the big game…
In this article USAR MP INTC Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Doug Burgum, US secretary of the interior, from left, US President Donald Trump, and Howard Lutnick, US commerce secretary, during an announcement on “Project Vault” in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, US, on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. Trump…
As the world turns its focus to the Winter Olympics in Milan, an undercurrent of dissent has emerged, with protests spotlighting not only environmental concerns but also geopolitical tensions. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s recent condemnation of these demonstrators reflects a broader narrative of national pride and the complexities surrounding global sporting events. This tension…
BART officials are warning of deep service cuts and station closures if Bay Area voters reject a proposed regional sales tax measure on the November ballot. Under BART’s worst-case scenario, the transit agency would close up to 15 stations and lay off about 1,200 workers in 2027. The cuts stem from a projected $376 million…
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In this article UAL Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A snow removal machine is seen working while a Boeing 737 American Airlines passenger aircraft is parked at gate on the tarmac of LaGuardia airport in New York on January 25, 2026. Charly Triballeau | Afp | Getty Images American Airlines‘ promised turnaround is off…
In April 2024 Citigroup, a US bank, mistakenly credited $81 trillion, instead of $280, to a customer’s account. Two employees failed to spot the error before it was processed, but the bank reversed the transaction within hours after a third employee caught the mistake, the Financial Times reported.
As global diplomatic negotiations intensify, the landscape of international relations is changing, with the potential for new agreements on nuclear enrichment taking center stage. In this context, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has articulated Tehran’s readiness to engage in talks with the United States, highlighting a significant shift in approach amid ongoing discussions in Oman….
In a significant diplomatic move, U.S. President Donald Trump met with Honduran President Nasry Asfura at his Mar-a-Lago resort, marking the inception of a potentially strong partnership aimed at combatting drug trafficking and irregular migration. This meeting, characterized by Trump as the fostering of shared “America First values,” highlights the strategic alignment between the two…
The cash-strapped BART system has revealed its ‘doomsday scenario’ of drastic service cuts if a November transit tax measure doesn’t pass, with as many as 15 stations potentially closing, and service stopping at 9 pm every night. BART’s social media accounts are talking a big game today about the throngs of Super Bowl riders they’re…
Hims & Hers on Thursday said its cheaper version of the Wegovy pill would retail at $49 a month © Reuters The US drug regulator plans to crack down on copycat versions of popular weight-loss drugs sold by Hims & Hers, just hours after the US telehealth company said it would undercut Novo Nordisk on…
In a significant electoral triumph, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) appears poised to secure a substantial majority in the nation’s lower house of parliament. This political success not only reflects Takaichi’s popularity but also emphasizes her commitment to advancing Japan’s fiscal policy amid evolving domestic and international landscapes. The outcomes of…
As global economies pivot toward more strategic partnerships, the recent meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim accentuates the growing significance of collaboration in critical sectors such as semiconductors, defense, and healthcare. Amidst shifting geopolitical landscapes, both leaders are not only emphasizing trade ties but also reinforcing commitments that…
As the Winter Olympics approach, Italy has found itself at the center of a turbulent wave of protests, reflecting global concerns about participation in the event. Demonstrators gathered in Milan, rallying against not only the involvement of Israeli athletes but also the implications of hosting international competitions amidst pressing social and environmental issues. This outcry…
In a strategic shift to stabilize Yemen amidst ongoing divisions, the Saudi-backed Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) has unveiled a new cabinet after protracted discussions in Riyadh. This cabinet, featuring a blend of political affiliations and professional expertise, signifies an effort to consolidate power and restore governance in a nation struggling with fragmentation. As Yemen grapples…
OpenClaw is an open-source artificial-intelligence agent designed to assist users with everyday tasks, such as sending e-mails and managing their calendars.Credit: Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty The sudden rise of a huge network of artificial-intelligence bots talking to each other about religion and their human ‘handlers’ has captivated a corner of the Internet. The phenomenon…
Netflix has triumphed so far in the bidding war for WBD, but Paramount has launched a hostile bid and threatened a proxy fight © Reuters Netflix is facing a US government antitrust review into its nearly $83bn deal to buy Warner Bros Discovery, as Paramount continues to pursue a rival bid for the Hollywood media…
Amid a push toward AI agents, with both Anthropic and OpenAI shipping multi-agent tools this week, Anthropic is more than ready to show off some of its more daring AI coding experiments. But as usual with claims of AI-related achievement, you’ll find some key caveats ahead. On Thursday, Anthropic researcher Nicholas Carlini published a blog…
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The ride share company will pay $8.5 million to a passenger who said she was raped by her driver in 2023. By Chase DiBenedetto Chase DiBenedetto Social Good Reporter Chase joined Mashable’s Social Good team in 2020, covering online stories about digital activism, climate justice, accessibility, and media representation. Her work also captures how these…
As Portugal approaches a crucial election amid challenging weather conditions, the political landscape has prompted significant public engagement. With the contest positioned as a pivotal moment between established socialist policies and a rising nationalist sentiment, tensions are heightened as voters weigh their options in the face of unprecedented storms affecting the nation. This election not…
You are not invited to join the latest social media platform that has the internet talking. In fact, no humans are, unless you can hijack the site and roleplay as AI, as some appear to be doing. Moltbook is a new “social network” built exclusively for AI agents to make posts and interact with each…
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) and Rep. Laura Friedman (D-CA) are calling on Netflix and Paramount to make “concrete commitments” to preserve film and TV jobs with an acquisition of Warner Bros. The two lawmakers wrote a letter to Netflix co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters, and Paramount CEO David Ellison, asking for “concrete steps will…
WASHINGTON — The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Market Participants Division today announced it has reissued CFTC Staff Letter 25-40 with a limited revision to the definition of “payment stablecoin.” The revision specifies that a national trust bank may be a permitted issuer of a payment stablecoin for purposes of the no-action position. In CFTC Staff…
The tax law that congressional Republicans and US President Donald Trump enacted last summer has proved to be a massive boon for Amazon, slashing the corporate behemoth’s 2025 tax bill even as its profits surged and it moved ahead with mass layoffs that have cost 30,000 workers their jobs since October. Citing a new securities…
Following last year’s trend of showcasing AI in multimillion-dollar ad spots, the 2026 Super Bowl advertisements took it a step further by leveraging AI both to create the commercials and to promote the latest AI products. Love it or hate it, the technology has become a star in its own right, alongside the latest movie…
In a critical moment for regional stability, Saudi Arabia has publicly condemned the recent violent actions of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan, highlighting the broader implications of foreign interference in the ongoing conflict. The Kingdom’s unwavering stance on Sudan’s territorial unity and humanitarian principles underlines its commitment to seeking peace and stability in…
MADISON, Wis. — A Wisconsin Burger King franchisee was accused Friday in what Gov. Tony Evers’ office called the largest determination of child labor and wage payment violations in the state’s modern history. Cave Enterprises Operations LLC, which operates 105 Burger King franchises in Wisconsin including seven within the greater Madison area, allegedly committed more than…
Sen. Adam Schiff and Rep. Laura Friedman are seeking assurances from Netflix and Paramount Skydance that they will protect Hollywood jobs if allowed to acquire Warner Bros. In a letter to the heads of both companies, the Democratic lawmakers cited a dramatic decline in domestic production, and noted with alarm that both companies have pledged…
New York — A jury found that Uber must pay $8.5 million to a woman who said one of its drivers raped her. The decision could set the stage for payments to thousands of other passengers who filed similar claims against the rideshare company. Jaylynn Dean sued Uber in 2023, alleging that she was raped…
BlackRock’s spot bitcoin BTC$69.336,19 exchange-traded fund has been a massive hit since launch, pulling in billions from investors seeking exposure to the cryptocurrency without the hassle of crypto wallets or exchanges. Traders and analysts religiously track inflows into the fund to gauge how institutions are positioning in the market. Now they might have to do…