In light of the escalating tensions in the Middle East, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent military directives signal a significant shift in the region’s landscape as Israel intensifies its operational presence in southern Lebanon. This move comes amidst an ongoing conflict that has already taken a heavy toll on civilians and has drawn international…
Last Saturday, while world markets were closed, President Donald Trump issued an incendiary threat to Iranian leaders: Open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or the United States would “obliterate” the country’s power plants. Then, shortly before U.S. traders returned to work on Monday, Trump backed off the bluster, posting that the U.S. and…
A massive 12-ton shipment of Nestle’s crunch KitKat bars was stolen in a chocolaty heist that risks causing a shortage in stores right before Easter. KitKat, owned by Swiss food giant Nestle, told AFP on Saturday that “a truck transporting 413,793 units of its new chocolate range has been stolen during transit in Europe.” The…
New York — Jamie Hagen believed the Great Freight Recession was finally over. Last year was a tough one for his South Dakota trucking company, Hell Bent Xpress. He was thinking about shutting down, his cash drained in the lean years that followed America’s post-pandemic shopping spree. But he refinanced his equipment, wagering demand would pick…
You probably know a woman supporting an unemployed man. Maybe you’ve been that woman. What used to be an embarrassing secret has quietly become a macroeconomic data point, and now the Federal Reserve has the receipts. As of early 2026, women held more payroll jobs than men in the United States. This has happened twice…
As the conflicts in the Middle East escalate, Yemen’s Houthi movement has recently intensified its military engagement by launching strikes on Israel, a move that raises concerns about the potential for a broader regional conflict. Analysts warn that this could not only expand the war but also threaten vital maritime trade routes, particularly the Bab…
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As the world grapples with complex geopolitical tensions, the story of Roozbeh Farahanipour illuminates the profound challenges faced by Iranian dissidents in the United States. Living in exile since 2000, Farahanipour’s ongoing struggle emphasizes how political activism can place individuals at risk even far from their homelands. In light of recent events, including a renewed…
Festive music from the band Sweet Crude blared at a party minutes after President Donald Trump’s former defense secretary warned that ending the war now would cede ownership of the narrow Strait of Hormuz—the world’s most critical choke point—to Iran. “We’re in a tough spot, ladies and gentlemen,” said retired Gen. Jim Mattis at the…
The Big Spring Sale is basically Amazon’s version of spring cleaning. By Leah Stodart Leah Stodart Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart is a Philadelphia-based Senior Shopping Reporter at Mashable where she covers and tests essential home tech like vacuums and TVs, plus eco-friendly hacks. Her ever-evolving experience in these categories comes in clutch when making…
This week, the Trump administration announced it had struck an unusual deal. The U.S. government will pay TotalEnergies, a French power generation company, $928 million to scuttle its plans to build two wind farms off the coasts of New Jersey and North Carolina. Together, the projects could have powered some 1.7 million homes. The deal…
Too much compute, too much competition, and skeptical investors. Mar 28, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC Too much compute, too much competition, and skeptical investors. Mar 28, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC Hayden Field is The Verge’s senior AI reporter. An AI beat reporter for more than five years, her work has also appeared in CNBC, MIT…
The crypto industry’s reaction was that a quantum computing threat was still distant when Google unveiled its Willow quantum chip in December 2024. Bitcoin uses SHA-256 for mining and ECDSA for signatures, both of which are theoretically vulnerable to quantum decryption, but the consensus was that the threat was decades away. Breaking encryption would require…
In a significant development amidst ongoing rhetoric and conflict involving Iran, diplomacy has surged as regional foreign ministers convene in Islamabad to facilitate crucial talks between the United States and Iran. This gathering represents a coordinated effort by key Muslim nations, showcasing their dedication to fostering dialogue and de-escalation after a period of intense military…
Meta will pay for a total of 10 gas-fired power plants—enough to power more than 5 million homes—to electrify its rapidly expanding plans for its massive AI data center complex in northeastern Louisiana, dubbed Hyperion. Meta’s agreement with New Orleans–based Entergy, announced March 27, is to build and finance seven new power plants in Louisiana….
New York — Online safety advocates hope landmark trial verdicts this week can bring change to social media platforms they have warned about for years, after juries found Meta (and YouTube in one case) responsible for harms to kids and teens. “We’ve been telling our stories forever and people say, ‘Oh, that’s horrible,’ but we haven’t…
We’ve officially reached the halfway point of the Amazon Big Spring Sale 2026, and we’ve already seen deals on iPads and MacBooks come and go. We’re also seeing new deals drop daily, and our shopping reporters are on the job. This event might not carry quite the same weight as Prime Day or Black Friday,…
In recent weeks, tensions have escalated in the Middle East, with protesters in Tel Aviv voicing their opposition to a joint military operation by Israel and the United States targeting Iran. As part of this complex geopolitical landscape, the demonstrators, numbering in the hundreds, were met with police action as wartime restrictions on gatherings continue…
In today’s complex global landscape, the dynamics surrounding Iran’s energy strategies are increasingly pivotal. Experts argue that the ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran pose a substantial risk to the stability of international energy markets, with Iran leveraging these tensions to potentially negotiate more favorable terms. As these geopolitical maneuverings unfold, understanding their…
DENVER (AP) — Thousands of striking workers at one of the nation’s largest meatpacking plants will extend their walkout to a third week as they push for higher wages and better health care. Industry experts said it’s too early to know if the strike that began March 16 at the Swift Beef Co. plant in…
In this article DB Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A Bank of America branch in New York, US, on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Michael Nagle | Bloomberg | Getty Images Bank of America has agreed to pay victims of notorious sex offender Jeffrey Epstein $72.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that…
SEATTLE — Diesel hit its highest average price ever in Washington state twice in a week, reaching the most expensive rate Friday at $6.55 per gallon, according to AAA. Truck drivers and the businesses who hire them are feeling the impacts. In Seattle, that average for diesel is even higher at $6.69, and KOMO News…
A federal judge on Friday evening granted a temporary restraining order to halt Nexstar‘s merger with Tegna, a transaction that creates a broadcasting giant with almost 260 stations across the country. U.S. District Judge Troy Nunley sided with DirecTV, which is seeking to block the merger on the claim that it violates antitrust laws. A…
In recent developments, the discourse surrounding Iran’s political future continues to intensify, particularly among its diaspora. At a recent right-wing summit in the United States, Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran’s last shah, passionately advocated for regime change in Iran while rallying support for a hawkish U.S. foreign policy, mirroring the sentiments of many Iranians…
Microsoft is taking over a data center construction project in Texas after OpenAI declined to pursue it, in a move that will make the two companies neighbors at one of the nation’s largest complexes for running artificial intelligence. Data center developer Crusoe said Friday it is working with Microsoft to build two new “AI factory” buildings and…
Every month, streaming gets a bit closer to good old fashioned pay TV. Now seemingly every service pairs its scripted entertainment with lowbrow reality fare and live sports. And, increasingly, the monthly prices for those services are making the glory days of the pay TV bundle seem that much more appealing. Take Thursday’s price hike…
Two more illnesses have been identified in an E. coli outbreak linked to unpasteurized cheese and milk, the Food and Drug Administration reported Thursday. The maker of the products, California-based Raw Farm, continues to deny the link and has refused to issue a recall. According to the FDA, at least nine people have been sickened…
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Sign up to see the future, today Can’t-miss innovations from the bleeding edge of science and tech As fears over an AI-driven jobs apocalypse continue to grow, researchers are trying to get a better sense of which occupations will be most — and least — affected. Tech leaders continue to cite AI as the reason…
Subscribers and consumer advocates may be frowning on Netflix’s latest price hikes, but Wall Street is celebrating the move. The streaming giant’s stock price doesn’t yet reflect it, but analysts’ uniformly positive reaction is perhaps the biggest vote of confidence by the Street since Netflix last month withdrew its proposal to acquire Warner Bros. In…
Photo-Illustration: by The Cut; Photos: Retailers Aren’t you glad you didn’t buy new sheets, towels, pillows, or anything else your home needs yet? Same. Today, the Amazon Big Spring Sale is all about discounts on household goods. From bedding to appliances, there’s a deal with your name on it. Here, the Cut Shop team is…
As the political landscape intensifies in the run-up to the 2028 elections, the 2026 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) has once again spotlighted key figures in the Republican Party. United States Vice President JD Vance has maintained his lead in this year’s straw poll, reflecting a shifting constituency and the evolving dynamics within the party…
EPA Removes DEF Sensor Requirements Saving Americans Billions Annually and Countless Hours of Lost Time and Productivity March 27, 2026 Contact Information WASHINGTON – Today, at the White House Great American Agriculture Celebration, President Trump announced another decisive action U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin has taken to address nationwide concerns from farmers, truckers,…