Summary Memorial Day travelers face a triple threat of surging gas prices, flight delays and severe weather across the eastern half of the US. The average cost of gas has topped $4 a gallon nationwide as nearly 40 million Americans hit the roads this weekend amid the ongoing war in Iran. A sinkhole at LaGuardia…
<a href="https://s25562.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/BRBRBTRAirport_019_COLOR.jpg.optimal.jpg" data-caption=" The Baton Rouge Metro Airport. (Collin Ritchie)”> The Baton Rouge Metro Airport. (Collin Ritchie) The Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is preparing for a busy Memorial Day travel period as industry forecasts project what could be the busiest Memorial Day weekend on record for U.S. travel. BTR Assistant Director of Aviation Louis Hubbard…
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Space Force awarded satellite operators Viasat and SES contracts worth a combined $437.6 million to build communications satellites for a new military network designed to withstand jamming and cyber attacks. The contracts, announced May 22, are part of the Protected Tactical Satcom-Global program, known as PTS-G, which aims to use smaller…
As protest movements gain momentum worldwide, Serbia is witnessing a resurgence of activism driven by youth and calls for democratic reform. The latest demonstrations in Belgrade signal a critical juncture in the ongoing struggle against the government of President Aleksandar Vucic, reflecting a broader desire for accountability and transparency amid allegations of corruption. These events…
The ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran has sparked significant economic challenges for the member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). As countries grapple with varying degrees of impact, the urgency for collective action and cooperation has never been clearer. With the potential risks posed to their economies and regional unity, the GCC nations are…
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently announced significant advancements in negotiations focused on restraining Iran’s nuclear ambitions, alongside measures to ensure the stability of the vital Strait of Hormuz. This development comes at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions, suggesting that the international community may soon witness positive resolutions in these critical areas. As…
Firms today are pushing employees to use as much AI as possible to squeeze out the technology’s productivity gains. But that pressure is leading to cracks, and those cracks may be irreparable. Microsoft has reportedly begun canceling most of its direct Claude Code licenses, according to The Verge, instead moving engineers toward using GitHub Copilot…
As Imax appears up for sale with early-stage talks with possible suitors, financial analysts have lost no time speculating on who may be a likely buyer. And Wall Street’s list, right now, is long. It stretches from traditional exhibitors (possibly), to private equity firms (could be circling) and tech giants (it would be a rounding…
The nine Californians fell ill between March 27 and April 30, and health officials identified the likely source of the outbreak as beef koftka (ground beef kebabs) served at The Kebab Shop, a restaurant chain with locations across California, including nine in the Bay Area. Six of the nine people are children, and five have…
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California health officials announced Friday they are investigating an E. coli outbreak linked to seasoned ground beef kebabs served at multiple locations of The Kebab Shop restaurant chain in Southern and Northern California. The California Department of Public Health said nine California residents have been infected with the outbreak strain of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli…
As geopolitical tensions persist between Iran and the United States, a potential peace agreement has emerged as a topic of significant interest. In recent discussions, U.S. President Donald Trump indicated that both nations are nearing a Memorandum of Understanding, which could set the stage for a new chapter in their relationship. This unfolding narrative not…
The modern workforce has no shortage of white-collar tensions—from return-to-office mandates to AI anxiety and Slack etiquette wars. But another issue is quietly creeping into the workforce—one rooted not in technology or bureaucracy, but in age. America’s population is aging rapidly, and there aren’t enough young workers to backfill their critical roles; Svenja Gudell, chief…
Transportation Autonomous Cars The Alphabet company said it was also pausing service in Atlanta and San Antonio over concerns about flooded roads. The Alphabet company said it was also pausing service in Atlanta and San Antonio over concerns about flooded roads. May 22, 2026, 4:17 PM UTC Andrew J. Hawkins is transportation editor with 10+…
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Photo-Illustration: by The Cut; Photos: @slowbuyclub/TikTok It’s official: Shein has purchased Everlane, one of the pioneers of what was once called “sustainable fashion.” (On May 17, Puck reported the going price was $100 million.) In its heyday, Everlane won over millennial shoppers with its affordable basics and commitment to what it referred to as “radical…
In a bold expression of public sentiment, the emergence of the ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ has become a cultural phenomenon in India, fueled by a controversial remark from Chief Justice Surya Kant that likened unemployed youth to “cockroaches.” This satirical movement reflects the mounting discontent with unemployment, inflation, and rising living costs under the current administration,…
The recent developments surrounding US-Iran relations, particularly the potential opening of the Strait of Hormuz, signal a pivotal moment for diplomatic efforts in the Middle East. With various regional leaders involved in the discussions, the evolving situation offers a glimpse into the complexities of international negotiations that could shape the geopolitical landscape in the years…
A United Airlines flight was forced to divert Thursday after a passenger allegedly tried to open a door at 36,000 feet, according to the Federal Aviation Administration and air traffic control audio. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Flight 1551, a Boeing 737 Max 8 carrying…
The Texas Attorney General has sued Meta over allegations that the company’s WhatsApp messenger, used by more than 3 billion people, doesn’t provide the end-to-end encryption (E2EE) it has long claimed. Since at least 2016, Meta (then named Facebook) has said WhatsApp provides robust end-to-end encryption, meaning that messages are encrypted on a sender’s device…
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Senior officials in the Food and Drug Administration’s tobacco center were blindsided by a recent decision that opens the door to allowing more unauthorized electronic cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto the U.S. market, The Associated Press has learned. The guidelines, posted days before former FDA Commissioner Marty Makary resigned, will allow companies…
Mission Station police Capt. Sean Perdomo, center, chats with a man who was selling various items at the BART plaza at Mission and 24th streets. Gabrielle Lurie/S.F. Chronicle The scene that played out at the Mission District’s BART plaza on 24th Street has become all too familiar in San Francisco. A crowd of about three dozen…
In a concerning incident that unfolded in Washington, D.C., law enforcement agencies have mobilized following reports of gunfire near the White House, prompting heightened security measures and a swift response from various authorities. This troubling event not only raises questions about safety in the nation’s capital but also underscores ongoing tensions in an increasingly polarized…
EAST LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Crews worked Friday to clean up a large oil spill in East Los Angeles after a construction project ruptured an underground pipeline, sending thousands of gallons of crude oil into streets, storm drains and the L.A. River. The area near Cesar Chavez and Eastern avenues was closed and remained shut…
This column originally appeared in On The Way, a weekly newsletter covering everything you need to know about NYC-area transportation. Sign up to get the full version, which includes answers to reader questions, trivia, service changes and more, in your inbox every Thursday. Long Island can’t function without the railroad. If all the riders on…
Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Commerce injected massive momentum into the quantum computing sector, announcing over $2.0 billion in federal incentives under the CHIPS and Science Act across nine quantum computing companies. D-Wave (QBTS) secured a $100 million letter of intent to accelerate domestic system fabrication, granting the federal government an equity stake. The stock…
In this article SONY IMAX Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Moviegoers watch the film Ne Zha 2 at an IMAX GT Cinema on February 23, 2025 in Guiyang, Guizhou Province of China. China News Service | China News Service | Getty Images Wall Street is buzzing following reports that IMAX is exploring a sale….
By Erwin Seba HOUSTON, May 22 (Reuters) – Oil prices climbed on Friday, as investors worried that the U.S. and Iran would be unable to reach a peace agreement that would allow shipping traffic to return to normal in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures settled at $103.54 a barrel, up 96 cents, or…
As has been the case all week, bitcoin (BTC) is trading in a tight range around the $77,000 level in U.S. morning action. There was some economic news on Friday morning, and it wasn’t pretty. The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index for May fell to a record low 44.8 from 48.2 previously and versus…
In a significant step towards regional stability, Pakistan’s Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir engaged in crucial discussions with Iranian officials over the weekend. This dialogue is part of a broader effort by Islamabad and Doha to finalize an agreement aimed at ending hostilities stemming from U.S. interventions in Iran. The potential breakthrough in these talks…
Risks to oil prices are firmly skewed higher amid plunging global oil inventories in the worst supply disruption in history, according to Barclays. The investment bank on Friday kept its $100 per barrel Brent forecast for 2026, but warned that the risks are skewed to the upside as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz…
But the deal may still be a win for Samsung, with smaller payouts than at local rival SK Hynix. But the deal may still be a win for Samsung, with smaller payouts than at local rival SK Hynix. May 22, 2026, 11:05 AM UTC Dominic Preston is a news editor with over a decade’s experience…