In this article .SPX .DJI .RUT ORCL AVGO .IXIC MA V Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Dec. 11, 2025, in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images .ido-promo__content { box-sizing: border-box; width: 100%; background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 2px 20px 2px 20px; font-family:…
In recent weeks, tensions between Venezuela and the United States have escalated as the U.S. has strengthened its military presence in the Caribbean and intensified pressure on the Venezuelan government through significant sanctions. This latest wave of sanctions has brought Venezuelan oil exports to a standstill, with the seizure of a vessel symbolizing a broader…
The recent unearthing of emails between former New York Times journalist Landon Thomas Jr. and Jeffrey Epstein sheds light on a pivotal moment in media history and raises questions about journalistic integrity in the face of sensational allegations. As Epstein confronted serious accusations related to sexual abuse, Thomas’s attempts to assist him in reshaping his…
Illustration by Tag Hartman-Simkins / Futurism. Source: Getty Images McDonald’s has become corporate enemy number one after its hideous AI holiday commercial went viral across numerous social media platforms for all the wrong reasons. TBWA and The Sweetshop — the agency and production company behind the turd of an ad — have since tried to…
In this article COST Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Customers walk in the parking lot outside a Costco store on Dec. 2, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. Scott Olson | Getty Images Costco on Thursday surpassed Wall Street’s quarterly expectations and posted year-over-year sales growth of 8.2% as the retailer attracted more digital sales and…
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The case, filed in a California court, is the first suit linking the chatbot to murder. By AP and Reuters Published On 11 Dec 202511 Dec 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share OpenAI and its largest financial backer, Microsoft, have been sued in California state court over claims that ChatGPT, OpenAI’s…
A former crypto entrepreneur who was behind two digital currencies that collapsed and lost an estimated $40bn (£29.9bn) has been sentenced by a New York judge to 15 years in prison for an “epic” fraud. Do Kwon, a South Korean national, was co-founder of Singapore-based Terraform Labs, which developed the TerraUSD and Luna digital coins….
As the conflict in Ukraine approaches its third year, the struggle for territorial control and diplomatic resolution remains intensely dynamic. Recent developments reflect both military actions and concerted diplomatic efforts among global powers, highlighting the multifaceted nature of this ongoing crisis. As various nations engage in dialogue to seek peace, the complexities of the situation…
Paramount Skydance has announced plans to lay siege to Warner Bros. Discovery in a high boardroom drama that feels like a throwback to the “Barbarians at the Gate” era of the 1980s. But what share of hostile takeovers actually succeed? About 24%. That’s according to two law professors who studied a database of more than…
The board of the Federal Reserve System said Thursday that it had reappointed all regional Fed bank presidents, just days after the Trump administration began suggesting that it wanted to make major changes to the reappointment process. Regional bank presidents in the Fed’s 12 districts across the country wield nearly as much influence over interest…
Entertainment However, Apple can collect ‘appropriate’ fees from external App Store links, says court. However, Apple can collect ‘appropriate’ fees from external App Store links, says court. Dec 11, 2025, 10:44 PM UTC Jay Peters is a senior reporter covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at…
The head of the Federal Aviation Administration has not sold off his multimillion-dollar stake in the airline he led since 1999 despite a promise to do so as part of his ethics agreement, according to a Democratic senator. In a letter to Bryan Bedford this week, Sen. Maria Cantwell said he vowed to sell all…
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York City, U.S., Dec. 12, 2025. Jeenah Moon | Reuters U.S. equities pulled back on Friday as investors continued to exit technology stocks and move into value areas of the market. The S&P 500 fell 1.07% to end the day at 6,827.41,…
Tensions in Southeast Asia have escalated as Cambodia accuses Thailand of aerial bombardments, casting doubt on recent diplomatic efforts to establish peace between the two nations. This situation unfolds against a backdrop of allegedly halted military actions touted by U.S. President Donald Trump, raising critical questions about adherence to peace agreements and the complex dynamics…
In a notable escalation of maritime tactics, the United States has undertaken aggressive actions against vessels connected to Iran and China, signaling a shift in military strategy under the Trump administration. This recent incident highlights the ongoing complexities of international relations in the region, particularly amid heightened tensions surrounding sanctions. Critics may view these maritime…
Please enable JavaScript if it is disabled in your browser or access the information through the links provided below. December 11, 2025 Federal Reserve Board announces reappointment of Reserve Bank presidents and first vice presidents For release at 4:00 p.m. EST Following a comprehensive review by the boards of directors of the regional Reserve Banks,…
SpaceX intends to go public in 2026 and will seek a valuation of $1.5 trillion, according to media reports. Elon Musk‘s company has been private since its founding in March 2002. Over the past six days, however, speculation has swirled that SpaceX will hold an initial public offering (IPO) next year, offering investors the chance…
In this article LULU Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Calvin McDonald, CEO of lululemon athletica inc., is interviewed by CNBC on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., March 29, 2023. Brendan Mcdermid | Reuters Lululemon shares jumped more than 9% on Friday, after the company announced…
In attempting to keep up with (or ahead of) the competition, model releases proceed at a steady clip: GPT-5.2 represents OpenAI’s third major model release since August. GPT-5 launched that month with a new routing system that toggles between instant-response and simulated reasoning modes, though users complained about responses that felt cold and clinical. November’s…
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In light of the 50th anniversary of Indonesia’s invasion of East Timor, President Jose Ramos-Horta reflects on the long journey of his nation towards independence and the challenges that remain. His story embodies not only the resilience of a country forged through adversity, but also the universal struggle for self-determination that resonates with many nations…
In recent years, Tunisia has faced considerable challenges as the nation navigates a complex political landscape following its role as a catalyst for the Arab Spring. The recent sentencing of prominent opposition leader Abir Moussi reflects both the tensions within the government and the struggles for democratic expression in a country that once inspired hopes…
A ticket worth $1 million was sold in New Jersey for Wednesday’s massive Powerball lottery drawing. The winner bought the second-prize ticket at Krauszer’s Food & Liquor on Broad Street in Bloomfield, Essex County, lottery officials said. The ticket matched all five of the first batch of numbers, but not the Powerball number. There was…
OpenAI launched its latest frontier model, GPT-5.2, on Thursday amid increasing competition from Google, pitching it as its most advanced model yet and one designed for developers and everyday professional use. OpenAI’s GPT-5.2 is coming to ChatGPT paid users and developers via the API in three flavors: Instant, a speed-optimized model for routine queries like…
Rivian detailed Thursday how it plans to make its electric vehicles increasingly autonomous — an ambitious effort that includes new hardware, including lidar and custom silicon, and eventually, a potential entry into the self-driving ride-hail market, according to CEO RJ Scaringe. The announcements at the company’s first “Autonomy & AI Day” event in Palo Alto,…
Stein-Erik Soelberg killed his mother in August after ChatGPT allegedly suggested she was part of a surveillance campaign. Stein-Erik Soelberg killed his mother in August after ChatGPT allegedly suggested she was part of a surveillance campaign. Dec 11, 2025, 4:29 PM UTC Emma Roth is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech,…
Paramount’s bid to buy Warner Bros. has one of its stars curious about the economics of the possible deal. On Monday, Paramount, led by CEO David Ellison, launched a hostile bid to buy Warner Bros. Discovery after the latter agreed to a deal with Netflix last week that would sell the Warner Bros. film and…
In a notable moment in U.S. immigration proceedings, Kilmar Abrego Garcia left a courthouse without apprehension, alleviating concerns that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) might detain him once more. This incident underscores ongoing debates surrounding immigration policies and the broader implications for individuals seeking refuge or stability in the United States, highlighting the need for…
Tesla CEO Elon Musk went on a podcast this week to express regret over the time he spent trying to destroy the American government, claiming that he wouldn’t do it again. In the first half of this year, Musk took a position advising convicted felon Donald Trump (who cannot legally hold office in the US)…
Powerball® is giving players the chance to play for a jackpot estimated at $1 billion this Saturday! The jackpot carries an estimated cash value of $461.3 million. Saturday’s jackpot ranks as the seventh-largest in Powerball history. It’s also the second Powerball jackpot to reach $1 billion this year, following the $1.787 billion jackpot won on…
A home is shown for sale in The Heights in Houston, Monday, Oct. 27, 2025. Kirk Sides | Houston Chronicle | Getty Images Home prices have finally come down compared with last year, though just fractionally, according to daily reads from Parcl Labs, which looks at high-frequency listing data on single-family homes, condos and townhomes,…
Transportation Autonomous Cars The company’s chips, quoted at 1,600 trillion operations a second, will fuel a new push into self-driving cars for the EV company. The company’s chips, quoted at 1,600 trillion operations a second, will fuel a new push into self-driving cars for the EV company. Dec 11, 2025, 5:20 PM UTC Andrew J….