San Francisco police arrested an individual early on Friday morning for allegedly attacking the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and making threats outside of the company’s headquarters, a spokesperson confirmed to WIRED. OpenAI’s corporate security team sent a note to employees about the incident on Friday. “At approximately 3:45am PT, an unidentified individual approached…
The family of a 17-year-old Texas cheerleader has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a distributor of a popular energy drink, saying the teenager died from an enlarged heart caused by ingesting large amounts of caffeine. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Larissa Nicole Rodriguez, a…
In a significant development in international diplomacy, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi has asserted that Tehran approaches current negotiations from a position of strength. This perspective comes in light of ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly highlighting the limited success of U.S. strategies against Iran. Understanding the nuances of this geopolitical landscape is essential, as it…
Meta released its new Muse Spark AI model on Wednesday as part of a major overhaul of its AI efforts. It’s do-or-die time for Meta — the company cannot afford investing billions of dollars again into something that doesn’t pan out, like the metaverse. Well, maybe they literally can afford it, but it’d be pretty damaging,…
Trump family members seem to have only two kinds of businesses. They make mad cash by trading on daddy being president and all—see World Liberty Financial’s spectacular results at crypto grifting. Or they sell random stuff and sorta hope the Trump name carries the day—see nepo-grandbaby Kai Trump’s clothing line and so-called golf career. Barron Trump’s…
YouTube is raising subscription prices for YouTube Premium and YouTube Music in the U.S., the company confirmed to TechCrunch on Friday. The YouTube Premium individual plan is increasing from $13.99 to $15.99 per month, while the family plan is increasing from $22.99 to $26.99 per month. YouTube Premium Lite, which offers ad-free viewing for most…
Washington — Consumer sentiment plummeted to its lowest level on record due to frustration with price spikes from the US-Israeli war with Iran. The University of Michigan’s latest consumer survey released Friday showed that sentiment declined 11% early this month to a reading of 47.6, lower than anything seen in the post World War II era,…
In this article PLTR Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Michael Burry attends “The Big Short” New York premiere at the Ziegfeld Theater in New York, Nov. 23, 2015. Andrew Toth | Filmmagic | Getty Images Michael Burry is sticking with his bearish wager against Palantir Technologies, even after a public endorsement from President Donald…
The recent temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine has renewed hopes for diplomacy amid ongoing conflict. This truce, coinciding with Orthodox Easter, highlights the complexities of negotiations while underlining the critical role of international mediation, particularly from the United Arab Emirates. Despite skepticism from both sides, the moment presents an opportunity for potential progress in…
A man shops for butter at a supermarket in Houston, Texas, on March 17, 2026. Ronaldo Schemidt | AFP | Getty Images Consumer prices spiked in March as the Iran war sent energy costs soaring and took the Federal Reserve further from its inflation target, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report Friday. Underlying…
Consumer confidence plunged to a record low in April as fears mounted over rising energy prices and the broader impact of the Iran war, according to a University of Michigan survey Friday. The university’s headline index of consumer sentiment tumbled to 47.6, down 10.7% from the March survey to its lowest on record. Current conditions…
In this article .HSI .N225 Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Firefighters inspect destruction at a site of an Israeli airstrike in the southern suburbs of Beirut on March 3, 2026. The war launched by the U.S. and Israel against Iran has spread across the Middle East, threatening to plunge the global economy into chaos,…
Standard Chartered: Oil Price Correction Is Likely Overdone | OilPrice.com Alex Kimani Alex Kimani is a veteran finance writer, investor, engineer and researcher for Safehaven.com. More Info Trending Discussions Premium Content By Alex Kimani – Apr 09, 2026, 7:00 PM CDT Oil prices have declined by the biggest margin since the Iran war began in…
The missiles may eventually stop for good. Oil tankers will once again pass through the Strait of Hormuz. But even if the tenuous two-week ceasefire gives way to a lasting end to hostilities, the world economy that emerges from the Iran war will bear little resemblance to the one that entered it. That is the…
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In a significant diplomatic development, U.S. Vice President JD Vance, alongside key officials, has engaged in talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad, potentially paving the way for direct discussions with Iran. If realized, these negotiations could mark the highest-level in-person dialogue between the U.S. and Iran since the pivotal events of the…
Volkswagen will no longer produce the all-electric ID.4 at its U.S. factory in Chattanooga, Tennessee, as the German automaker shifts its resources into high-volume vehicles like its upcoming gas-powered Atlas SUV. The company said Thursday that U.S. customers will be able to buy the ID.4 until the current inventory runs out. VW said it expects…
The Federal Communications Commission is moving to overhaul decades-old rules to “supercharge” satellite internet speeds for SpaceX’s Starlink and Amazon’s Leo, which could potentially lower their costs and spur new competition. On April 30, the agency will vote on an order intended to modernize how older geostationary satellite systems share radio spectrum with newer, low-Earth…
As Benin approaches a pivotal presidential election, the political landscape reveals both challenges and opportunities for the West African nation. Outgoing President Patrice Talon, who has faced scrutiny for his administration’s approach to opposition politics, leaves a complicated legacy that includes economic growth and rising unrest. With only two candidates vying for the presidency, the…
In the face of ongoing military conflict and political tension, the southern Lebanese landscape remains a focal point for international diplomacy. As representatives from Israel and Lebanon prepare for talks in Washington, discussions surrounding a potential ceasefire are complicated by Israel’s refusal to engage with Hezbollah, the group it categorizes as a terrorist organization. This…
Kevin Warsh, Fellow in Economics at the Hoover Institution and lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, speaks during the Sohn Investment Conference in New York City, U.S., May 8, 2017. Brendan McDermid | Reuters An expected Senate hearing on the nomination of Kevin Warsh for Federal Reserve chair has been delayed, a person…
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., April 8, 2026. Brendan McDermid | Reuters The S&P 500 fell slightly on Friday, but the index managed to post a solid weekly gain as traders kept an eye on the fragile two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and…
In a significant diplomatic move, U.S. Vice President JD Vance is engaging in talks in Pakistan with Iranian officials to negotiate a resolution to the ongoing conflict involving the U.S. and Israel against Iran. This development highlights the increasing complexity of geopolitical dynamics in the region, emphasizing the importance of dialogue in fostering peace and…
As Djibouti celebrates the continuation of President Ismail Omar Guelleh’s leadership, his recent electoral victory has sparked discussions about the dynamics of democracy and governance in the Horn of Africa. Initially in power since 1999, Guelleh’s overwhelming win, accented by a significant voter turnout, underscores the evolving political landscape of a nation strategically positioned at…
It also agreed to provide farmers with access to repair materials for a period of 10 years. It also agreed to provide farmers with access to repair materials for a period of 10 years. Apr 9, 2026, 9:21 PM UTC Emma Roth is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social…
In this article @LCO.1 @CL.1 Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT HUAIAN, CHINA – MARCH 09: Vehicles queue at a petrol station on March 9, 2026 in Huaian, Jiangsu Province of China. Zhao Qirui | Visual China Group | Getty Images China’s factory-gate prices rose for the first time in more than three years while…
In the midst of escalating tensions in the Middle East, high-ranking Iranian officials have traveled to Islamabad for crucial ceasefire discussions with the United States. These negotiations, spearheaded by Iranian parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, signal an important diplomatic opportunity as both sides seek to navigate a tumultuous landscape marked…
As global tensions continue to impact diplomatic relations, Pakistan stands at the forefront of potential peace negotiations between the United States and Iran. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s upcoming talks, deemed “make or break,” could play a pivotal role in establishing a lasting ceasefire, highlighting Pakistan’s crucial position in fostering dialogue in a volatile region. In…
NASA’s Artemis II mission marks a significant milestone in space exploration as it brings together an accomplished crew, reestablishing human presence on lunar frontiers after more than half a century. This successful venture not only enhances our understanding of the cosmos but also renews international interest in space travel, coalescing decades of scientific advancement and…
SpaceX’s IPO is primed to be the biggest in history. Its bankers are worried about what comes next. At a $2 trillion valuation, the listing could raise as much as $75 billion for Elon Musk’s rocket company. The problem is what happens months later, when early investors start selling, turn hundreds of billions of dollars…
White House aides got an email last month telling them not to place bets on prediction markets with nonpublic information, multiple administration officials told CBS News. It was sent March 24, according to two White House officials. The email from the White House Management Office, which was obtained by CBS News, states: “Recent press reports…
OpenAI is throwing its support behind an Illinois state bill that would shield AI labs from liability in cases where AI models are used to cause serious societal harms, such as death or serious injury of 100 or more people or at least $1 billion in property damage. The effort seems to mark a shift…
Meta’s AI app has seen a sizable jump in installs following Wednesday’s launch of the company’s newest AI model, Muse Spark — its first model release under Alexandr Wang, the head of Meta’s Superintelligence Labs who was recruited from Scale AI last year to overhaul the social giant’s AI efforts. According to new data from…