In March 2024, DeepMind and Inflection co-founder Mustafa Suleyman joined Microsoft to lead its AI division, focusing on advancing Copilot and other consumer AI products and research. Microsoft has been heavily invested in the generative AI landscape, especially after making a $1 billion investment in OpenAI back in 2019. Since then, the AI firm has…
A Los Angeles jury awarded $40 million on Friday to two women who claimed that talcum powder made by Johnson & Johnson caused their ovarian cancer. The giant health care company said it would appeal the jury’s liability verdict and compensatory damages. The verdict is the latest development in a longstanding legal battle over claims…
The ongoing negotiations between the European Union and the South American bloc Mercosur highlight the complex interplay of trade agreements and agricultural standards. France, taking a firm stance, has urged the EU to delay any voting on the agreement until necessary protections for European farmers are finalized. This move underscores the balance that must be…
As the political landscape of Hong Kong continues to evolve, the fate of prominent media mogul Jimmy Lai hangs in the balance as he awaits a verdict in his lengthy trial. His legal battle has drawn significant international attention, becoming a symbol of the ongoing struggle for democratic freedoms in the region. With supporters rallying…
Saturday night’s Powerball drawing did not result in a winning ticket to claim the more than $1 billion top prize, meaning the jackpot inches ever higher ahead of the next drawing Monday. The estimated jackpot is now $1.1 billion, with an upfront cash value of $503.4 million before taxes. It is the second time the…
New York — Target hopes that a recapturing of its cultural cachet will spark a turnaround for its business. It’s turning to a fashion-forward New York neighborhood to get started. The chain unveiled its first-ever concept store in SoHo this week, adorned with stylish apparel, designer collaborations, and beauty products — all key areas that…
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is prepared for launch carrying NASA’s IMAP mission, which will study the boundary of the Sun’s heliosphere and other scientific payloads, at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida, U.S., Sept. 23, 2025. Joe Skipper | Reuters SpaceX is preparing to go public next year and has opened a…
A United Airlines jet bound for Tokyo was forced into an urgent return to Washington Dulles International Airport Saturday after losing power in one of its engines during takeoff, triggering a fire that scorched brush along the runway and sending crews racing into position. As United Flight 803 circled back toward the airport, it was…
ESPN News Services Dec 13, 2025, 12:20 PM ET Open Extended Reactions Juventus‘ owners publicly rejected a buyout offer from a cryptocurrency firm on Saturday — ensuring that the most successful club in Serie A history will remain controlled by the Agnelli family. Tether, the cryptocurrency firm, made an offer worth about €1 billion (nearly…
In the complex landscape of economic discourse, political leaders often tout their countries’ progress, even in the face of contradictory data. Recently, US President Donald Trump has championed an economic narrative that asserts decreasing prices and increasing investments. However, the economic reality suggests rising living costs challenge this optimistic portrayal, prompting a closer examination of…
The robot swerved through the cafeteria of Rivian’s Palo Alto office, shelves adorned with chilled canned coffees — until it didn’t. Five minutes later, a man carefully pushed it out of everyone’s way, the words “I’m stuck” flashing yellow on the poor droid’s screen. It was an inauspicious start to Rivian’s “Autonomy & AI Day,”…
In his pitch to Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders to accept Paramount Skydance’s $108 billion hostile takeover bid, David Ellison has repeatedly argued that European regulators will never allow Netflix to buy Warner Bros. Discovery. In his Dec. 10 letter to WBD shareholders, Ellison said the Paramount buyout deal offers “a much shorter and more certain…
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US students face rising debt and a difficult job market © Getty Images More than 9mn US student loan holders have missed at least one payment this year, as delinquencies in the $1.7tn market soar following the end of the Biden administration’s post-pandemic payments holiday. The government’s Financial Stability Oversight Council said this week that…
In a deeply unsettling event that shocked the nation, a mass shooting targeting attendees of a Jewish festival at Bondi Beach in Sydney led to the tragic deaths of at least 11 individuals and injured 29 others. This unthinkable act of violence occurred on the first day of Hanukkah, sparking widespread condemnation and grief from…
In a significant shift in diplomatic posture, Ukraine is contemplating the relinquishment of its long-cherished aspiration to join NATO, as it seeks Western security guarantees amid ongoing conflict with Russia. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s remarks come during high-stakes discussions with U.S. and European allies aimed at securing a stable peace, underscoring the evolving dynamics of international…
All of this optimism has resulted in one potential risk. The S&P 500 is heading for a third consecutive annual gain in the double digits as the bull market momentum continues — and the index even closed at record levels in recent days. What’s driven this seemingly unstoppable energy? Over the past couple of years,…
More than 20 years after founding SpaceX, the record-breaking company that transformed the global space industry, Elon Musk is planning to take the enterprise public. Here is a look at what is expected to be the largest IPO in history. Read moreTrump eases commercial rocket launch regulations in win for Musk’s SpaceX What’s at stake?…
Oracle’s rapid descent from market darling to market warning sign is revealing something deeper about the AI boom, experts say: no matter how euphoric investors became over the last two years, the industry can’t outrun the laws of physics—or the realities of debt financing. Shares of Oracle have plunged 45% from their September high and…
In a tragic event that has reverberated across Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has labeled the shooting at Bondi Beach a ‘terrorist’ act aimed at a Jewish community gathering. With at least a dozen people fatally shot by two assailants, this incident has drawn attention to the ongoing challenges of community safety and the threat…
Verge Shopping Each of these stocking stuffers is a small yet useful upgrade that also makes for a great gift. Each of these stocking stuffers is a small yet useful upgrade that also makes for a great gift. Dec 12, 2025, 8:57 PM UTC Brandon Russell is a commerce writer covering deals and buying guides….
Whether or not anyone wins the billion-dollar Powerball jackpot on Saturday, at least one of the losers might already be known: Mega Millions. Powerball tickets, priced at $2 apiece, are selling briskly, as lottery tickets tend to do around ten-figured advertised prizes. In contrast, the next Mega Millions jackpot on Tuesday is a comparatively paltry…
The recent strike in Gaza has resulted in significant loss, as Hamas confirms the death of its senior commander Raed Saad, along with at least four others, and injuries to more than 25 Palestinians. The incident underscores the ongoing volatility in the region and highlights Hamas’s urgent call for U.S. leadership in enforcing a ceasefire…
Attorney General Ken Paxton is directing consumers on how to claim funds from a $700 million settlement with Google that has been finalized after the company was found to have violated antitrust laws. In 2023, Attorney General Paxton, along with attorneys general from all other U.S. states and several territories, secured a settlement with Google over…
China has figured out the US strategy for allowing it to buy Nvidia Corp.’s H200 and is rejecting the AI chip in favor of domestically developed semiconductors, White House AI czar David Sacks said, citing news reports. President Donald Trump said on Monday he would allow shipments of Nvidia’s H200 to China, part of an…
In a disheartening and tragic incident, Brown University has witnessed a profound disruption, casting a shadow over its academic environment. The recent shooting, which has claimed lives and left others critically injured, highlights not only the urgent need for heightened campus security measures but also raises critical conversations about safety in educational institutions across the…
A big rally in cannabis stocks Friday on reports that the administration may revamp marijuana’s Federal drug classification may herald the start of a new bull run, according to Tim Seymour, founder of Seymour Asset Management. A source told CNBC that President Donald Trump is expected to issue an executive order to reclassify marijuana as…
The deal awards Southwest $2,750 for each new Austin-based hire. AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Austin Mayor Kirk Watson held a press conference Friday to discuss a new deal with Southwest Airlines and its expected impact on the city. The deal, approved Thursday by the Austin City Council, awards Southwest $2,750 for each…
Tensions at the border between Cambodia and Thailand have escalated recently, marking a critical moment in Southeast Asian geopolitics. With both nations experiencing heightened military activity and conflicting statements regarding ceasefires, the situation demands close monitoring as diplomatic resolutions remain elusive. The ramifications of this conflict extend beyond local borders, touching on regional stability and…
In a landscape transformed by streaming dominance, Warner Bros finds itself at a crossroads, embroiled in a fierce bidding war that highlights the shifting dynamics of the entertainment industry. The battle between Netflix, a leader in streaming, and Paramount Skydance, linked to influential political figures, reflects not only the financial stakes but also the struggle…
Shares of computer processor maker AMD (NASDAQ:AMD) fell 4.3% in the afternoon session after investors rotated out of AI-linked high-flyers following underwhelming earnings updates from Oracle and Broadcom as the core thesis shifted from “growth at any cost” to “prove the returns.” Oracle triggered the alarm by missing revenue estimates while simultaneously hiking capital expenditures…
Monthly payments on a $600,000 mortgage have improved following the Fed’s third rate cut of 2025. Sakchai Vongsasiripat/Getty Images After months of shifting economic signals, from cooling (but still elevated) inflation to a softer jobs market, the Federal Reserve issued another 25-basis-point rate cut at the close of its December meeting this week, marking its…