Bartenders, meatcutters, woodworkers and bookbinders will all no longer be official job titles in the federal government after the Office of Personnel Management announced on Friday it was consolidating 115 occupational series that it said are obsolete or redundant. The change will impact around 5,000 employees, the federal government’s human resources agency said, though the…
SNOQUALMIE, Wash. — A proposed large-scale battery storage project near Snoqualmie Ridge is moving forward, drawing renewed concern from nearby residents. People who live in the area said they have had little say in a development they worry could pose safety risks. Texas-based Jupiter Power is seeking to build a lithium-ion battery energy storage system…
Please fasten your seat belt, make sure your tray table is in an upright and locked position, and prepare for delivery. A passenger on a Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta gave birth to a healthy 5-1/2 pound (2.5-kilogram) girl just before the Boeing 737 landed at Portland International Airport in Oregon on Friday night….
A jury was selected on Monday during the first day of trial for Musk v. Altman in a federal court in Oakland, California. Some of the jurors that were ultimately selected voiced concerns over Musk himself, as well as the AI technology at the core of the case, but assured the court they would put…
As the United States prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of its Declaration of Independence, a new commemorative passport featuring the likeness of former President Donald Trump is set to join the festivities. This distinctive design symbolizes not only a historical milestone but also reflects an ongoing trend of incorporating Trump’s branding into a variety…
In a pivotal 3-0 decision, a United States federal appeals court has overturned a controversial immigration practice from the Trump administration that mandated the detention of most immigrants without the chance to seek bond. This ruling not only aligns with a legal interpretation rooted in decades of immigration law but also reflects a growing recognition…
In January, the European Commission began an initial investigation, known as a specification proceeding, into how Google has implemented AI in the Android operating system. The results are in, and the EU says Android needs to be more open, which is not surprising. Meanwhile, Google says this amounts to “unwarranted intervention,” which is equally unsurprising….
This article first appeared on GuruFocus. AI and chip stocks fell on Monday as investors awaited quarterly results from major technology firms and monitored U.S.-Iran war developments. Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) edged higher while the broader sector faced selling pressure. The Nasdaq Composite dipped about 0.25%, the S&P 500 slipped 0.12% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average…
Paramount Skydance said the merged Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery will be 49.5% owned by foreign investors, with about 38.5% of the equity in the new company held by a trio of Middle Eastern funds. In a filing Monday with the FCC, Paramount said Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund will have a 15.1% equity stake; the United…
United Airlines’ CEO confirmed Monday that he approached rival American Airlines about a potential merger — his first public acknowledgment of his proposal — saying it would benefit travelers despite American’s refusal to engage in talks. “I was confident that this combination, which would have been about adding and not subtracting, creating a truly great…
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., April 27, 2026. Brendan Mcdermid | Reuters The S&P 500 fell on Tuesday, weighed down by a report that pointed to weakness in OpenAI as well as a rise in oil prices. The broad market index fell 0.49%…
Ineffable Intelligence, a British AI lab founded a mere few months ago by former DeepMind researcher David Silver, has raised $1.1 billion in funding at a valuation of $5.1 billion to join the race for novel AI models that could outperform large language models. According to its newly launched site, Ineffable aims to create a…
Paramount has noted it will be 49.5%-owned by non-U.S. investors after completing a planned merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The stat came to light in a request Monday by Paramount for approval of the foreign ownership stake by the FCC. The company said the arrangement, including a 38.5% holding shared by three Middle East investment…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration announced two more payouts Monday for energy companies to walk away from U.S. offshore wind projects under development. Bluepoint Wind and Golden State Wind have agreed to end their offshore wind leases in exchange for reimbursements totaling nearly $900 million. Both companies have decided not to pursue any new…
World shares were mixed Monday as the price of Brent Crude oil jumped $2.50 a barrel early in the day as talks on ending the war between the U.S. and Iran remained snagged. Disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have pushed oil prices sharply higher since the war began. On Monday, Brent futures…
Updated Today, Apr 28, 2026, 11:17 PM UTC Sam Altman and Elon Musk are facing off in a high-stakes trial that could alter the future of OpenAI and its most well-known product, ChatGPT. In 2024, Musk filed a lawsuit accusing OpenAI of abandoning its founding mission of developing AI to benefit humanity and shifting focus…
Apple’s incoming CEO John Ternus built his career in hardware, and had little involvement in the company’s services business. However, remarks Ternus reportedly made to Apple employees last week indicate services are set to continue growing at Apple. John Ternus says Apple services will keep expanding under his leadership This weekend in his Power On…
A former top researcher at Google AI division DeepMind announced Monday a record $1.1 billion seed round for his months-old startup, Ineffable Intelligence. The startup is pursuing superintelligence and was founded in late 2025 by UCL professor and former lead of DeepMind’s reinforcement learning team, David Silver. The seed round is the largest ever in…
In a world increasingly defined by geopolitical tensions and shifting alliances, the rising trend in global military spending underscores a significant societal concern. The latest report from SIPRI reveals continuous growth that has persisted over the last eleven years, reflecting nations’ prioritization of defense capabilities. As we delve into this growing phenomenon, the implications of…
In a significant diplomatic gesture, US President Donald Trump emphasized the enduring ties between the United States and the United Kingdom during a recent visit from King Charles III and Queen Camilla. This meeting, set against the backdrop of varying international tensions—including the ongoing conflict over Iran—signals an attempt to restore unity and collaboration among…
Spirit Airlines may have only days to secure a lifeline, but multimillionaire investor and Shark Tank star Kevin O’Leary thinks Washington should let the budget carrier crash and burn. In an interview on Thursday on NewsNation’s Katie Pavlich Tonight, O’Leary called the Trump administration’s reported $500 million plan to rescue Spirit Airlines a “really bad…
In this article DPZ Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A pedestrian walks by a Domino’s in San Francisco, Dec. 9, 2025. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Domino’s Pizza stock closed down more than 8% on Monday after it reported weaker-than-expected U.S. same-store sales growth. The chain’s domestic same-store sales rose just 0.9%, lower than…
State leadership had sought a fast decision, but more than 80 people filled a county commission meeting demanding a chance for public input. (Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) People fill the room as the Box Elder County Commission meet on a MIDA and Kevin O’Leary data center project in Brigham City on Monday,…
On Monday, Microsoft and OpenAI announced that they have, once again, renegotiated the deal binding the two companies. Despite some opinions on X that frame it as a victory for the ChatGPT maker over the Windows giant, both sides are walking away winners. Most importantly, the new terms solve an issue that was hanging over…
The Real Brokerage Inc. (NASDAQ: REAX) and Re/Max Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: RMAX) have reached an agreement for Real to buy Re/Max in a cash-and-stock transaction, the companies said in a joint announcement Monday. Re/Max has been headquartered in Denver since the 1970s and is one of the largest franchisors of residential real estate brokerage services…
As the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran approaches its critical 60-day mark, a pivotal moment arises for US lawmakers. The question is not merely about compliance with constitutional mandates but about redefining the roles of Congress and the Executive in matters of military intervention. This situation underscores a broader narrative about governmental…
The recent decision by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to withdraw from OPEC and the OPEC+ framework signals a significant transformation within the global energy landscape. While this move underscores the UAE’s prioritization of national interests, it also highlights the complexities of energy politics in a rapidly changing geopolitical environment, especially amid ongoing tensions in…
ZezapTV reports that FactCheck.org has garnered significant recognition at the National Headliner Awards for its insightful online reporting on government and political affairs. The organization received the prestigious first place in the beat reporting category for its in-depth series titled “How Project 2025 Has Unfolded Under Trump,” which meticulously analyzed the implementation of policies outlined…
Here are Monday’s biggest calls on Wall Street: Jefferies reiterates Cohu as buy Jefferies said it sees an attractive risk/reward for the semis testing and equipment company. “We initiate COHU with a Buy/$55 PT, viewing the company as an emerging enabler of higher-complexity semi test.” Rothschild & Co Redburn upgrades Rollins to buy from neutral…
Maryland shoppers will soon be free from dynamic pricing at grocery stores, an emerging trend across the country that sees customers charged different prices for identical items purchased at the same time. The state is poised to become the first in the country to outlaw dynamic or surveillance pricing at large grocery retailers and some…
As Bosnia and Herzegovina embarks on a significant energy transition, the recent agreement with Croatia to construct a gas pipeline marks a critical moment in the nation’s efforts to diversify its energy sources and enhance regional cooperation. However, this deal, backed by prominent figures associated with former U.S. President Donald Trump, raises questions regarding transparency…
Ajax’s lead program, AJ1-11095, is a first-in-class Type II JAK2 inhibitor currently in Phase 1 clinical development, with first proof-of-concept clinical data to be presented later in 2026 Based on its unique mode of binding JAK2, AJ1-11095 has the potential to deliver deeper and more durable disease control than approved therapies for myelofibrosis and polycythemia…
Allison DeAngelis is the East Coast biotech and venture capital reporter at STAT, reporting where scientific ideas and money meet. She is also co-host of the weekly biotech podcast, The Readout Loud. You can reach Allison on Signal at AllisonDeAngelis.01. An oral medicine for hair loss successfully spurred hair growth in a late-stage trial, startup…