Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange, April 13, 2026. Brendan McDermid | Reuters The S&P 500 rose on Monday as investors hoped that a deal would eventually be struck between the U.S. and Iran. The broad market index jumped 1.02% to end at 6,886.24, the highest close since before the…
By the end of 2024, inflation in the U.S., which had soared in the aftermath of the Covid-19 lockdowns, was almost back to the Federal Reserve’s goal of 2%. Even so, during the 2024 presidential campaign, candidate Donald Trump promised he would bring prices down on Day One, beginning with energy prices, thanks to new…
For all the hype about data centers in space, there just aren’t very many GPUs up there. As that starts to change, the near-term business of orbital compute is starting to take shape. The largest compute cluster currently in orbit was launched by Canada’s Kepler Communications in January, and boasts about 40 Nvidia Orin edge…
Two suspects were arrested for negligently discharging a gun outside the OpenAI CEO’s residence on Sunday. Two suspects were arrested for negligently discharging a gun outside the OpenAI CEO’s residence on Sunday. Apr 13, 2026, 9:25 AM UTC Jess Weatherbed is a news writer focused on creative industries, computing, and internet culture. Jess started her…
Oil prices have dominated headlines and policy discussions since the start of the US-Israel war on Iran. In the six weeks since the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran, crude prices have risen sharply, driving up fuel costs and placing strain on households across the globe. Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of…
As global tensions escalate in the Middle East, recent developments involving Iran, the United States, and Israel highlight the complexities of international diplomacy and regional security. While President Trump’s remarks suggest a potential path toward a peace agreement with Iran despite the ongoing U.S. blockade of its ports, the situation remains volatile, particularly with the…
Lauren Sánchez Bezos is dishing on the cringe-worthy morning ritual she shares with the world’s third-richest man. The 56-year-old wife of Jeff Bezos, 62, told the New York Times that she and the tech billionaire start their day at 6 a.m. by listing 10 things they are grateful for —with one rule: no repeats from…
![Having Failed to Win a “Marathon” [sic] without Training, Trump Announces Blockade of Iran’s Blockade – emptywheel](https://emptywheel.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-12-at-2.23.50-PM-921x1030.png "Having Failed to Win a “Marathon” [sic] without Training, Trump Announces Blockade of Iran’s Blockade – emptywheel")
Virtually every major outlet has referred to JD Vance’s one day bid to make peace a “marathon,” reaching new heights of infantilizing measures for these clowns. We’ll get more details of why that effort failed: once again the US came without experts, JD had to keep calling Daddy (who was busy at a UFC match),…
LNG Shock Hits Supply Chains as War Disrupts Global Flows | OilPrice.com Irina Slav Irina is a writer for Oilprice.com with over a decade of experience writing on the oil and gas industry. More Info Trending Discussions Premium Content By Irina Slav – Apr 12, 2026, 6:00 PM CDT The Middle East war has triggered…
Asian stocks fall as naval blockade threat injects new turmoil into financial markets. Published On 13 Apr 202613 Apr 2026 Oil prices have risen sharply following US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a naval blockade of Iran. Brent crude, the international benchmark, rose more than 8 percent on Sunday to top $103 a barrel. Recommended…
Just days before Christmas 2025, leaders of nine pharmaceutical companies clustered in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, where Teddy Roosevelt’s 1906 Nobel Peace Prize once hung. Photographers flocked for pictures as the executives, three women and six men, stood awkwardly, tapping their feet and drumming their fingers while waiting for President Donald Trump….
In a possible turning point for global markets, a resurgence of optimism emerged following U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks about Iranian interest in negotiating a deal with the United States. This development has prompted notable gains in Asia’s stock markets and a decline in oil prices, signaling a potentially significant shift in the geopolitical landscape…
The recent defense partnership between the United States and Indonesia represents a significant milestone in regional security dynamics, compelling both nations to strengthen their strategic ties amid evolving geopolitical challenges. While the signing ceremony at the Pentagon marks a commitment to enhanced military collaboration, it also opens the door for deeper dialogue on airspace access,…
In recent months, the U.S. military has intensified its operations against vessels deemed affiliated with drug trafficking in the Pacific and Caribbean, leading to a significant increase in fatalities. This escalation raises important questions about international law, human rights, and the implications for local fishing communities caught in the crossfire of such actions. As tensions…
President Donald Trump’s economy seems to be doing well now but that could rapidly change, according to a respected financial journalist. “Based solely on performance, Wall Street has been thrilled to have President Donald Trump in the White House,” wrote The Motley Fool’s Sean Williams on Sunday. “During Trump’s first, non-consecutive term, the mature-stock-driven Dow…
The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. Ford has been in a multi-year process of renovating its world headquarters campus, actively changing the longstanding architectural landscape in Dearborn. As originally reported by Automotive News, these changes involved renaming Carroll…
Online data is generally pretty secure. Assuming everyone is careful with passwords and other protections, you can think of it as being locked in a vault so strong that even all the world’s supercomputers, working together for 10,000 years, could not crack it. But last month, Google and others released results suggesting a new kind…
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home appears to have been the target of a second attack Sunday morning, two days after a 20-year-old man allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at the property, The Standard has learned. The San Francisco Police Department announced (opens in new tab) the arrests of Amanda Tom, 25, and Muhamad Tarik Hussein,…
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell summoned bank executives for a meeting this week where they encouraged the executives to use Anthropic’s new Mythos model to detect vulnerabilities, according to Bloomberg. Indeed, while JPMorgan Chase was the only bank listed as one of the initial partner organizations with access to the…
In the realm of global governance and economic cooperation, recent developments have underscored the transformative role of nations in the Middle East and beyond. As countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE navigate their unique challenges and opportunities, the broader implications of their actions are reshaping regional dynamics and fostering a spirit of collaboration among…
As tensions escalate in the Middle East, the dynamics between Lebanon and Israel remain a focal point of concern, especially in light of the planned talks in Washington. Hezbollah’s leadership is urging the Lebanese government to prioritize national sovereignty over negotiations perceived as undermining its defense capabilities. This moment underscores a broader narrative of resilience…
Sign up to see the future, today Can’t-miss innovations from the bleeding edge of science and tech OpenAI leaders horrified staffers after proposing an “insane” plan to enrich the company by pitting world governments against each other. This anecdote of near comic-book-villainry comes from The New Yorker’s sweeping new investigation into CEO Sam Altman, which…
X is cutting back on payments to accounts that are “flooding the timeline” with clickbait and rapid-fire news aggregation, according to its head of product Nikita Bier. Bier wrote Saturday that “[a]ll aggregators had their payouts reduced to 60% this cycle” and said they’ll see another 20% reduction in the next pay cycle. He also…
As the housing crisis in the United States deepens, with a staggering shortage of 10 million houses, the current administration is seeking pathways out of this predicament. A new report by ZezapTV outlines the potential economic benefits of relaxed regulations on home construction, suggesting that strategic policy adjustments could not only alleviate housing costs but…
American Airlines pilots will finally be able to offer airplane trading cards to passengers, though it’s proving to be a bit controversial. In this post: American pilots now have access to airplane trading cards Airlines try to create brand loyal customers (or so they claim), and also like to encourage people to be aviation geeks,…
A hotel at one of Miami’s most exclusive locations was demolished Sunday to make way for something bigger.Demolition experts completed the controlled implosion of the former Mandarin Oriental, Miami, on Brickell Key, a human-made island at the mouth of the Miami River, across from downtown. It marked the largest implosion for Miami in more than…
A Southern California couple is sharing a warning to other potential homebuyers after they said they fell victim to a mortgage fraud scheme that nearly cost them hundreds of thousands of dollars. The couple, who asked ABC News to identify them only by their first names, Lynette and Scott, said the incident occurred when they…
Saturday night, footage was posted of an eye popping United Airlines arrival into Newark, filmed from a car’s dashcam. The plane looks to me like a Boeing 777 on short final. Its landing gear is down and it’s descending onto runway 29. The car appears to be near the Newark Airport / I-78 – US…
As Californians face soaring prices at the gas pump, the newly re-opened Santa Ynez Pipeline is now churning out 60,000 barrels of oil a day. During an exclusive visit to the newly reopened platforms, where oil is once again flowing through onshore pipelines in Santa Barbara following a Trump executive order, The California Post sat down with…
Recent discussions surrounding the geopolitical landscape in the Middle East have drawn significant attention, particularly concerning the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the ongoing Israeli strikes on Lebanon. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has expressed deep concerns over these developments, emphasizing their implications for regional stability and international relations. The…
Vytautas Kielaitis/Shutterstock If you thought that the US Air Force had enough planes to ensure it didn’t have to venture into the used airliner market, then think again. It turns out that the USAF is buying Boeing 747s from German airline Lufthansa. However, this isn’t the Air Force “spreading its wings” and opening up a…
Oil prices are jumping 7% as President Trump orders a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, tightening global supply. At the same time, empty tankers originally bound for the Middle East have rerouted to U.S. Gulf Coast ports, snapping up domestic crude and giving American producers an extra lift. Brent crude jumped to $96 per…
At the HumanX AI conference in San Francisco this week, thousands of techies descended upon the city’s Moscone Center, where discussion focused on the ways agentic AI is changing the business. Agents, which automate business and coding tasks, have begun to be deployed across industries — largely through enterprise and consumer-focused chatbots. Naturally, I wanted…