DETROIT — Valentine’s Day dinner at White Castle with candles, attentive wait staff and white tablecloths was a treasured experience for Krystal Gray and her mother, Cornelia Murphy. This year, Gray will bring along a photo of her mother, who died last spring at age 80, and place it on the table she has still…
Making AI data centers perform better is more difficult. The new frontier is the tech that interconnects thousands of processor chips. Most investors would probably agree that artificial intelligence (AI) stocks remain the market’s best bet for growth. But there’s also no denying that leading AI stock Nvidia (NVDA 2.21%) has lost a bit of…
Americans, not overseas sellers, are paying almost all of President Trump’s tariff increases, according to a new analysis from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The report finds that roughly 90% of the cost of the administration’s import duties is falling on US consumers and businesses, undercutting Trump’s frequent claim that foreign exporters are…
It’s a risky time to buy the dip, but here’s how I’d do it. The Feb. 5 crypto sell-off was ugly, and the market hasn’t exactly snapped back with confidence. On that day, the crypto majors crashed by 14% or more, and none have completely recovered to their prior levels. Still, now’s the time to…
As Indonesia prepares to deploy up to 8,000 troops for a proposed multinational stabilization force in Gaza, concerns are emerging about whether this move aligns with the nation’s long-standing foreign policy principles. This decision to participate in Donald Trump’s Board of Peace initiative represents a significant shift from Jakarta’s traditionally neutral stance, presenting both risks…
On Saturday, designer Kate Barton will unveil her latest collection at New York Fashion Week — with a twist, of course. Barton teamed up with Fiducia AI to create a multilingual AI agent (built with IBM watsonx on IBM Cloud) to help guests identify pieces of the collection and try them on virtually. TechCrunch caught…
Total federal debt is nearing an ominous milestone in a few years, but a potentially more troubling tipping point could also arrive soon. According to the latest projections from the Congressional Budget Office, publicly held debt is currently at $31 trillion and is about 100% of GDP. By fiscal year 2030, debt is expected to…
Elon Musk is “actively” working to make xAI’s Grok chatbot “more unhinged,” according to a former employee who spoke to The Verge about recent departures from Musk’s AI company. This week, following the announcement that Musk’s SpaceX is acquiring xAI (which previously acquired his social media company X), at least 11 engineers and two co-founders…
Companies and their advisors waking up to a new Washington: You can do deals again. The ouster of Justice Department antitrust chief Gail Slater last week makes clear that the White House’s business-friendly approach has won out over populists like Slater, Vice President JD Vance, and MAGA adviser Steve Bannon who are more skeptical of…
CINCINNATI (WKRC) – Tens of thousands of jars of peanut butter have been recalled after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said the products may contain “foreign material.” The FDA issued a recall for three peanut butter products that may contain pieces of “blue plastic.” The products were distributed in 40 states, including Ohio and…
In the ever-evolving landscape of Middle Eastern geopolitics, the dialogue surrounding nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran remains a critical focal point. With Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu laying out stringent terms for any potential deal, the stakes are particularly high for regional stability and diplomatic relations. As both nations navigate their complex…
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says he’s not sure whether his Claude AI chatbot is conscious — a rhetorical framing, of course, that pointedly leaves the door open to this sensational and still-unlikely possibility being true. Amodei mused over the topic during an interview on the New York Times’ “Interesting Times” podcast hosted by columnist Ross…
When things seem too perfect on Wall Street, they often are. From a statistical standpoint, the stock market has thrived with Donald Trump in the Oval Office. During his first term (Jan. 20, 2017 – Jan. 20, 2021), the widely followed Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI +0.10%), broad-based S&P 500 (^GSPC +0.05%), and innovation-inspired Nasdaq…
RecCameraStock/Shutterstock Something’s been cooking in the world of grocery store meat departments lately, and no, it isn’t a juicy ribeye or tender filet. The stores we know and love have been dropping the ball on the price and quality we used to rely on, leading customers to scope out the once-trustworthy meat aisle with a…
British airline Jet2 announced that it banned two travelers for life after they started brawling on a flight bound for Manchester, England, on Thursday, resulting in its diversion. The flight was traveling from Antalya, Turkey, when the midair fight broke out, according to the airline. The cause of the brawl was not immediately clear Saturday….
In the wake of renewed tensions between Western nations and Russia, recent findings regarding the poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny have become a focal point for international discourse. As European countries prepare for potential sanctions, the United States has signaled a supportive stance, underlining the importance of collaborative efforts against actions deemed as…
As the conflict in Ukraine enters its 1,453rd day, the situation remains complex and dynamic, with ongoing military and political developments shaping the region’s future. Recent reports indicate intensified attacks from Russian forces, while Ukrainian resilience is reflected in counter-operations targeting key assets. Amidst this turmoil, international diplomatic efforts continue as allies seek to provide…
From a statistical standpoint, the stock market has thrived with Donald Trump in the Oval Office. During his first term (Jan. 20, 2017 – Jan. 20, 2021), the widely followed Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES: ^DJI), broad-based S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC), and innovation-inspired Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) gained 57%, 70%, and 142%, respectively. Since Donald…
NEW YORK (AP) — For years, it was a daily McDonald’s trip for a cup of coffee with 10 sugars and five creams. Later, it was Starbucks caramel macchiatos with almond milk and two pumps of syrup. Coffee has been a morning ritual for Chandra Donelson since she was old enough to drink it. But,…
A mere two years ago, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman dismissed the idea of stuffing his company’s blockbuster chatbot ChatGPT with ads as a “last resort.” But as the company recently announced, users will be pestered by ads after all — an early sign of desperation as the company continues to lose billions of dollars every…
UK Discord users have raised concerns about the company’s new age verification processes, claiming that while it had originally promised that “video selfies submitted for facial age estimation will never leave a user’s device”, a change in service provider allegedly now suggests otherwise. Discord announced its new “teen-by-default” approach to its platform last week, revealing…
Posted on February 14, 2026 Posted by John Scalzi Because it feels like a good time to do it, some current thoughts on “AI” and where it, we and I are about the thing, midway through February 2026. These are thoughts in no particular order. Some of them I’ve noted before, but…
The conversation around reforming the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has gained momentum as the UN Secretary-General emphasizes the urgent need for African nations to secure permanent seats. This call for inclusivity reflects a broader recognition of the significant demographic and political contributions of African, Latin American, and Asian countries, bringing to light demands for…
As the political landscape in the United States continues to evolve, the influence of Trumpism has sparked a critical reassessment among both major parties. With the November elections on the horizon, experts are examining the implications of President Donald Trump’s enduring popularity amongst Republicans, juxtaposed against the struggles faced by the Democratic establishment to embrace…
(Bloomberg) — Ford Motor Co.’s top executive spoke to senior Trump administration officials about a potential framework in which Chinese automakers could build cars in America while offering some protection for domestic companies, according to people familiar with the discussions. The idea discussed by Ford Chief Executive Officer Jim Farley and Trump cabinet members last…
Amazon is embarking on the largest capital spending programme in its history, seeking to regain momentum against AI rivals by expanding data centres, developing chips and building models. The group is undergoing a strategic shake-up amid fears its cloud arm, AWS, is losing ground to competitors in securing corporate AI contracts, according to more than…
Michael Macor/The San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images When Meta announced it would strip its failed VR goggles division for parts, the bet was simple: funnel that money into sleek, AI-powered smart glasses instead. Emboldened by the product’s early success, the company is now working on rolling out a massive facial recognition feature across its…
The euro steadied near its lowest in a month on Wednesday, nursing steep losses this week as investors counted the cost of the U.S.-EU trade pact. Olena Malik | Moment | Getty Images The European Central Bank unveiled plans on Saturday to widen access to its euro liquidity backstop, making it globally available and permanent…
I’ve written in the past about airplane window shade etiquette, which basically boils down the person in the window seat having control of the window shade’s position, with some exceptions for courtesy. I’m curious about a variation on that question, and how others handle this, whether you’re an aviation geek or not. In this post:…
In a significant development in Ukraine’s ongoing battle against corruption, the former energy minister, German Galushchenko, was detained by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) as he attempted to leave the country. This arrest is part of a larger crackdown that aims to address long-standing issues within the government, particularly in the energy sector, where allegations…
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Recent developments in northeastern Syria illustrate a significant shift in the region’s power dynamics, marked by the Syrian Arab Army’s reclamation of the al-Shaddadi military base following the withdrawal of U.S. troops. This transformation not only aligns with a broader ceasefire agreement involving Kurdish-led forces but also reflects a recalibration of U.S. military strategy towards…