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Consumer debt by gender: Is there a difference? bostonheraldBy Michelle Clardie, Bankrate.com Despite attempts at financial equality, gender continues to impact nearly every aspect of personal finance, including earning, spending, investing and consumer debt. Men on average earn more than women,…
2 days left to save up to $325 on TechCrunch Sessions: AI tickets techcrunchTime is ticking to get AI industry insights — and major savings. There are just two days left to save up to $325 and secure your spot at TechCrunch Sessions: AI. But act fast, this special offer ends on March 2 at 11:59 p.m. PT. TC…
or America's "first crypto president" — to host White House summit axiosPresident Trump will speak at the first-ever White House Crypto Summit next Friday. Why it matters: Trump has promised to be America's "first crypto president," and said Feb. 19 that he's "committed to making America the crypto…
Is Tesla a Millionaire-Maker? aolIt's been a tumultuous ride for Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) shareholders lately. Its inimitable chief Elon Musk has been in the news constantly, but for reasons mostly unrelated to Tesla itself. As head of the new Department of Government…
Ascension completes sale of 8 Illinois hospitals to Prime Healthcare for more than $370 million chicagotribuneAscension has officially sold eight of its Illinois hospitals to a California-based health system for more than $370 million. Prime Healthcare said Saturday that a previously announced deal had closed to buy the hospitals, along with four…
Think AMD Stock Is Expensive? This Chart Might Change Your Mind aolInvestors may struggle to figure out what to make of the valuation of Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD). Though its market capitalization has fallen by about half since last March, based on its trailing P/E ratio of 109, the stock…
Zelensky: Security guarantees key to lasting peace breakingthenewsUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stressed on Saturday that Kiev remains firm in its stance against Russia, emphasizing that the ongoing conflict is a fight for survival. Zelensky claimed that R...
OpenAI’s startup empire: The companies backed by its venture fund techcrunchSince its founding in 2021, OpenAI Startup Fund has raised $175 million for its main fund and secured an additional $114 million through five separate special purpose vehicles, which are investment pools for specific opportunities. Unlike…
Woman Adopts 'Not Affectionate' Shelter Cat—Realizes Something Once at Home newsweekThe cat's previous owners said he was aloof, but his new owner told Newsweek she soon discovered they were wrong.
Trump administration asks agencies to cull consultants nextgovA memo dated Wednesday asks agencies to review their contracts with 10 of the “highest paid” companies. The Trump administration is asking agencies to review their consulting contracts with at least 10 large companies, including some…
US judge further blocks Trump's order curbing youth gender-affirming care investing
Sam Altman’s OpenAI launches GPT-4.5 with fewer ‘hallucinations’ as AI race heats up nypostSam Altman’s OpenAI released GPT-4.5, an upgraded version of the artificial intelligence model that powers ChatGPT, to select users on Thursday as it looks to stave off challenges from rivals like Elon Musk’s xAI. Described as OpenAI’s…
These Are The Most Popular Alcoholic Drink Across Europe zerohedgeThese Are The Most Popular Alcoholic Drink Across Europe Europe takes the crown for having the highest share of drinkers in the world. Within the region, alcohol preferences vary significantly. This map, via Visual Capitalist's Kayla…
Gas prices recover after Martinez refinery explosion, but statewide supply is still low siliconvalleyNearly a month after an explosion at Martinez Refining Company reduced gas supplies at the pump and pushed up costs, motorists around the Bay Area are starting see a return to normal pricing. The Feb. 1 fire at the refinery, which led to…
Caesars takes calls on Las Vegas Strip, or regional asset sale thestreetCeasar's Entertainment has been fairly open about its efforts to sell various properties. In 2022, the company openly tried to sell Flamingo. That was an effort to get around $1 billion for an older property that needs a remodel.…
ARK Invest's Cathie Wood: Nvidia is still a high-growth stock finance.yahooIn This Article: Don't give up on Nvidia (NVDA) amid the post-earnings sell-off. At least that's the word from AI investor Cathie Wood. Nvidia is still a high-growth stock, the ARK Invest founder told Yahoo Finance at the Bitcoin Investor…
Activist Elliott takes a stake in Aspen Technology and pushes back on an offer from Emerson cnbcElliott Investment Management has a $1.5 billion stake in Aspen Technology, and the activist disagrees with a tender offer from Emerson Electric.
Princess Cruises passenger shares big cabin choice mistake thestreetChoosing a cruise ship cabin isn’t a simple process. First-time cruisers can easily get overwhelmed with all the choices. Beyond determining what cabin category best suits their needs, cruise passengers need to select what deck of the…
2 Financial Sector Dividend Giants Make Up Over 25% of Warren Buffett’s Portfolio aolWarren Buffett remains one of the world's most prominent investors, known for his long buy-and-hold strategies and massive portfolio of public and private holdings. With interest rates poised to stay where they are in 2025, it makes sense…
Dog That Opens Door for Owner With Firewood Wins Pet of the Week newsweekWhen one woman was struggling with her hands full, an unexpected source came to help.
Sergey Brin tells Googlers about 60 hours a week is the 'sweet spot' for productivity, but they might be better at 40 businessinsiderGoogle cofounder Sergey Brin sees 60 hours a week as the "sweet spot" for productivity. Kelly Sullivan/Getty Images Sergey Brin suggested Google's AI-focused employees work about 60 hours weekly for increased productivity. Workplace…
After Oval Office dispute, Zelensky says US support 'crucial' breakingthenewsUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a lengthy statement on Saturday expressed gratitude to the United States for its "vital" support during Ukraine's ongoing war with Russia, empha...
North Korea will be 'bigger threat' to Asia after combat in Russia: Ukrainian official asia.nikkeiKYIV -- North Korean troops fighting in Russia are gaining the combat skills to make their country a more dangerous security threat in Asia, a senior Ukrainian military intelligence official said. "North Korean soldiers suffered heavy…
After Oval Office dispute, Zelensky says US support vital breakingthenewsUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a lengthy statement on Saturday expressed gratitude to the United States for its support during Ukraine’s ongoing war with Russia. Following a tense ex...
We’re all drawn to bad news. Here’s how to fight it voxWelcome to the first edition of Good News, the weekly newsletter dedicated to covering the remarkable, optimistic things happening all around us. Now, I know what you might be thinking: “Good news? In today’s environment? Has the author…
How Airlines Deal With Bodies When Deaths Occur During A Flight jalopnikHow Airlines Deal With Bodies When Deaths Occur During A Flight An Australian couple began their romantic vacation to Venice seated next to a dead body for the final four hours of a 14-hour flight. A woman collapsed in the aisle next to…
Dow Jones Futures: Stock Market Rally Attempt Begins After Nvidia, Tesla, Palantir Lead Big Losses; What To Do Now investorsDow Jones futures will open Sunday evening, along with S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq futures. Trump tariffs and the jobs report are on tap. The stock market suffered sharp losses for the most part. The Nasdaq dived to 2025 lows. The…
US Lawmakers Express Concern About China's 'Super-Embassy' In London zerohedgeUS Lawmakers Express Concern About China's 'Super-Embassy' In London Authored by Frank Fang and Eva Fu via The Epoch Times, Two top House lawmakers expressed concerns about China’s plan to build a new large embassy in London, in a Feb.…
Hamas says there's been 'no progress' on second ceasefire phase in indirect talks with Israel euronewsThe U.N. food agency, the World Food Program, said in a post on social media on Saturday that it reached 1 million Palestinians across Gaza during the deal’s first phase. “The ceasefire must hold,” it said. “There can be no going…
Nordstrom Rack is selling customer-favorite Hoka shoes for up to 59% off, and they're selling out fast thestreetTheStreet aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. If you've ever quickly searched for comfortable shoes online, chances are you've come across a pair of…
Claiming 'Reverse Discrimination' Could Get Easier bloomberg
Dynasty behind US egg giant looks to cash in as profits soar amid bird flu ftDaughters of Fred ‘Big Chicken’ Adams stand to reap hundreds of millions with company poised to buy their stake
Benzinga Bulls And Bears: Joby Aviation, Nvidia, Tesla — And Bitcoin Drops Below $80,000 benzingaBenzinga examined the prospects for many investors' favorite stocks over the last week — here's a look at some of our top stories. This week, global markets experienced significant volatility due to escalating trade tensions and…
Dow Jones Giant Leads Five Stocks Flashing Buy Signals, Bucking The Market investorsThe stock market was mixed last week with Nvidia (NVDA) leading growth stocks significantly. The major indexes rebounded strongly Friday in the wake of cooling inflation, kicking off a stock market rally attempt. A number of names are…
Deal Between US and Ukraine Over War in Russia Goes Off The Rails bloomberg
Winter Weather Warnings in 5 States As 14 Inches of Snow To Hit newsweekThe federal National Weather Service (NWS) has imposed winter weather advisory alerts for parts of California, Nevada, Michigan, Maine and New York state. Why It Matters According to the NWS, up to 14 inches of snow could hit some…
Dow Jones Giant Leads Five Stocks Flashing Buy Signals, Bucking The Market investorsDow Jones component 3M leads five stocks triggering buy signals this past week, bucking the general market weakness. The post Dow Jones Giant Leads Five Stocks Flashing Buy Signals, Bucking The Market appeared first on Investor's Business…
Elon Musk and Neuralink exec Shivon Zilis welcome fourth child together businessinsiderAndrew Harnik/Getty Image Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis announced on X that she had welcomed another child with Elon Musk. Musk responded to her post with a heart emoji. The pair had already welcomed three children together: twins…
Remembering the Landscape Architect Who Embraced the City bloomberg
I was born and raised in Paris. Tourists should avoid making these 5 mistakes if they want to blend in with the locals businessinsiderThere are a few mistakes tourists should avoid if they want to visit Paris like a local. Iris Goldsztajn I was born and raised in Paris and know the best ways for tourists to blend in with locals. Wearing a beret is typically a surefire…
Why OnlyFans Is Part of This Shaving Brand’s Social Media Strategy incAfter struggling with social media censorship, Nimbi is having fun on OnlyFans.
The Case Against Taxing University Endowments reasonThe Volokh Conspiracy Mostly law professors | Sometimes contrarian | Often libertarian | Always independent Some universities have multi-billion-dollar endowments. Should they be taxed? I am no tax expert, but I have long been concerned…
2 Financial Sector Dividend Giants Make Up Over 25% of Warren Buffett’s Portfolio 247wallstWarren Buffett remains one of the world’s most prominent investors, known for his long buy-and-hold strategies and massive portfolio of public and private holdings. With interest rates poised to stay where they are in 2025, it makes sense…
How a $5 million fix turned Paramount Pictures' 'Sonic' into a billion-dollar franchise cnbcParamount Picture's redesign of the titular character in its "Sonic the Hedgehog" film has resulted in a $1.2 billion franchise five years later.
‘Slowly then suddenly’: Wood Group’s slide from North Sea champion to struggles with debt ftProblems of Aberdeen-based group reflect decline of city built on oil and gas
Europe rallies around Ukraine after Oval Office meltdown semaforThe News European leaders voiced support for Ukraine after a disastrous Oval Office meeting between the leaders of Kyiv and Washington descended into a televised war of words. The row derailed plans to finalize a critical minerals deal…
Why nursing homes and hospice are so expensive in the U.S cnbcBaby boomers are about to be the largest generation in American history to hit the long-term care space. Born between 1946 and 1964, as defined by Pew Research, the oldest baby boomers are turning 80 next year. The group is set to flood a…
Trump’s ‘Gold Card’ Set Off Panic in an Unexpected Place: Real Estate nytimesThe president initially said his $5 million green card alternative would replace a visa for foreign investors that has become a favorite financing tool of major developers.
Tesla Rival XPeng Leads China EV Sales; BYD On Tap investorsChina EV sales: XPeng reported surging February deliveries vs. a year before. Nio, Li Auto gains were more modest. Tesla rival BYD is on tap. The post Tesla Rival XPeng Leads China EV Sales; BYD On Tap appeared first on Investor's…
Orbán calls on EU to launch peace talks with Moscow over Ukraine ftHungarian prime minister tells EU Council president Costa that he will oppose any bloc-wide agreement
China's DeepSeek claims theoretical cost-profit ratio of 545% per day investing
China's DeepSeek claims theoretical cost-profit ratio of 545% per day reutersChinese AI startup DeepSeek on Saturday disclosed some cost and revenue data related to its hit V3 and R1 models, claiming a theoretical cost-profit ratio of up to 545% per day, though it cautioned that actual revenue would be…
Tristian Thompson is upping the future of sports analysis youtubeTristan Thompson is expanding his business portfolio. The NBA veteran has been named the chief content officer and lead ...
Is Amazon a Union-Busting Leviathan? misesIs Amazon a Union-Busting Leviathan? On this episode of Minor Issues, Mark Thornton examines the relentless attacks on Amazon, from labor disputes to environmental concerns. Is Amazon truly exploiting workers, or is the unionization push…
This Bill Gates 'Mistake' Cost Microsoft A $400 Billion Opportunity, According To Android Co-Founder: 'Sorry, Bill' benzingaMicrosoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) co-founder Bill Gates admitted to a significant oversight that, according to an Android co-founder, cost the Windows-maker a $400 billion opportunity in the mobile sector. What Happened: During an interview…
Why gold prices could hit $3,000 despite volatility foxbusinessGold prices likely won’t lose their shine, even after a 40%-plus run over the last 12 months. The SPDR Gold shares, or GLD, the largest exchange-traded fund backed by physical gold, saw the largest one-day inflow ever of $1.9 billion on…
Canadian Companies Most At-Risk From Trump Tariffs youtubePresident Donald Trump says tariffs scheduled to hit Canada on March 4 are "on time." Certain sectors of the Canadian economy ...
One In Three Spaniards Say Their Area Suffers From Over-Tourism zerohedgeOne In Three Spaniards Say Their Area Suffers From Over-Tourism A YouGov survey highlighted how the sting of over-tourism is being felt by as many as one in three people in Spain. As Statista's Anna Fleck reports, this figure grows…
Wall Street can’t stop talking about the ‘Mar-a-Lago Accord’. Here’s how the currency deal would work marketwatchA theory about how the Trump administration could restructure the international financial system to better serve American interests is starting to be taken seriously on Wall Street.
Spot Gold, GLD Gold ETF, Or Gold-Backed Cryptos: Which Was A Better Investment In February Amid A Downturn In Stocks And Bitcoin? benzingaRisk-on markets plummeted in February thanks to global trepidation fueled by President Donald Trump's tariff war. Consequently, demand for safe haven assets increased, sending gold-related investments higher. What happened: Blue-chip…
MAGA world erupts over Andrew Tate release, Epstein stunt axiosLeft: Pro-Trump commentator Rogan O'Handley, aka DC Draino, holds up a binder of Epstein-related documents at the White House. Right: Andrew Tate lands at Fort Lauderdale airport. Photos: Saul Loeb/AFP; Alon Skuy via Getty…
U.S. stocks had a rocky February under Trump’s return. Should investors be worried about March? marketwatchFebruary felt anything but brief as heightened macro uncertainty gripped Wall Street, with seemingly endless twists and turns on the U.S. stock market.
Michigan's last-minute pay law shows the fight over tips and wages is getting more complicated nbcnewsMichigan’s chaotic resolution of a yearslong battle is the latest compromise effort to satisfy workers, employers and consumers in the absence of federal action.
Can AI Startups Dethrone Google Chrome in the Web Browser Wars? incGoogle Chrome has been the dominant web browser for more than a decade. But it will soon have competition from AI companies like OpenAI and Perplexity.
Today in Supreme Court History: March 1, 1880 reasonThe Volokh Conspiracy Mostly law professors | Sometimes contrarian | Often libertarian | Always independent Do you care about free minds and free markets? Sign up to get the biggest stories from Reason in your inbox every afternoon. This…
Why Big Pharma wants you to eat more meat voxThis is the final story in a series of articles on how factory farming has shaped the US. Find the rest of the series and future installments here, and visit Vox’s Future Perfect section for more coverage of Big Ag. The stories in this…
AI Fever in Power Stocks Moves From Nuclear to Plain Natural Gas wsjRegulatory uncertainty could widen the scope of power stocks riding the AI wave.
Frustrated filling out tax forms? FP Video talks to the experts financialpostWith tax season underway, FP video guests have some tips on filing your 2024 income taxes, and how U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff threats might impact Canadian banks. Avoid these common mistakes at tax time Kelley Keehn, co-founder…
Builder unsold inventory jumps to 2009 levels: Housing markets where buyers can find deals fastcompanyWant more housing market stories from Lance Lambert’s ResiClub in your inbox? Subscribe to the ResiClub newsletter. Since the pandemic housing boom fizzled out, the number of unsold completed U.S. new single-family homes has been rising.…
Trump administration accused of sidestepping court rulings amid spree of legal losses nbcnewsThe Trump administration continued to face setbacks in court this week over its efforts to drastically downsize the size of the government, while plaintiffs in some of the cases accused the government of trying to sidestep judicial orders.
Sources: Larry Ellison's Sensei Ag, a venture backed by his $500M investment to change farming with AI, robotics, and software, has mostly… wsj
How the ‘antiwar’ U.S. right became a pro-Putin movement msnbcWith President Donald Trump and officials in his administration channeling Kremlin-created narratives on the war in Ukraine, cozying up to Vladimir Putin and opposing a United Nations resolution naming Russia as the aggressor, one may…
Links 3/1/2025 nakedcapitalismScott Malis was lucky to witness episode 11 of Kīlauea’s ongoing eruption – and even luckier to capture a "lavanado," a tiny tornado swirling over the lava! 🌋🌪️ For more incredible videos, link below… pic.twitter.com/gb7SkZ5tTJ —…
The unseen costs of Elon Musk’s influence msnbcElon Musk and his DOGE purge continues. But scandals involving Verizon, Starlink and Tesla highlight to the cost of Trump's advisor's conflicts of interest.
Trump and Wealth-Price Inflation: Still Running in the Background All the Time nakedcapitalismYves here. The highly kinetic conduct of the Trump Administration, despite dominating news coverage, is unlikely to divert the attention of most Americans to day to day household budget realities. Inflation has still not been tamed.…
Europe on the brink: US-Ukraine rift puts spotlight on continent euronewsEurope faces existential questions about its security future in the wake of the Oval office blow-up between presidents Zelenskyy and Trump. A summit in London tomorrow will be critical. Europe’s leaders are rallying to support Zelenskyy,…
Trump’s March Madness of tariffs has a confusing, changeable schedule. Here’s what we know theglobeandmailDonald Trump’s tariff threats have come fast and thick. Every other day, it seems, the U.S. President lobs a new grenade at the international trading system: across-the-board duties on imports from Canada and Mexico; “reciprocal” tariffs…
Fully Remote Jobs You Can Apply for in March 2025 techThe remote work debate continues to rage on. Seemingly every week, a big tech company issues a return-to-office (RTO) mandate, announces mass layoffs, or both. But don’t let the headlines get you down – there are still businesses out…
'Big concerns' regarding US aid to Ukraine, Euronews' Sasha Vakulina says euronews'People are feeling that it is the Ukrainians who have been disrespected,' Vakulina said reporting from Kyiv. In an unprecedented argument live on TV, US President Donald Trump told his Ukrainian counterpart on Friday he should "be…
10 Weekend Reads ritholtzWelcome to March — that means Spring is not far off! Kick off the first weekend of the month by pouring yourself a mug of Tolima Los Brasiles Peaberry Organic, grabbing a seat by the fire, and enjoying our longer-form weekend reads: • Gen…
Elon Musk's new look sends a message msnbcElon Musk's fashion choices for his White House visits show the DOGE head's unusual relationship with President Donald Trump.
Volkswagen to recall over 60,000 US vehicles, NHTSA says investing
Cutting through the noise: High price-to-earnings multiples aren’t here to stay theglobeandmailTom Bradley is co-founder of Steadyhand Investment Management, a member of the Investment Hall of Fame and a champion of timeless investment principles. There are always trends that take over investors’ consciousness. They’re expected to…
He bet his life savings on paper straws. Trump may destroy his business washingtonpostPresident Donald Trump says paper straws “don’t work,” creating new turmoil for U.S. straw manufacturers.
Warren Buffett Skipped Something Big in His Berkshire Hathaway Letter, and the Reason Why Is Inspiring incAre you as good at ignoring distractions as Buffett? Maybe you should learn to be.
‘Why am I so afraid to retire?’ I’m 60 and lost $1.2 million in a divorce. Can I rebuild my life? marketwatch“If the rule of 4% is applied, I could use savings and the proceeds from my house sale to buy a condo, and at 62 draw $110,000 per year.”
Semicolon bookstore will go on after community steps up to save the beloved institution chicagotribuneAfter Semicolon, the beloved bookstore in West Town, announced in January that it plans to close in April, an outpouring of community support persuaded the owner to give her dream another go. Danielle Moore, 38, is the founder of…
Trump's Dramatic Crossroads Between Protectionism and Dynamism reasonA popular meme depicts a road diverging. In one direction is a many-towered palace glistening in the sunshine. In the other is a crumbling castle beset by storm clouds and eerie purple lightning. The point of the image, known as "Dramatic…
Track One Car Part’s Journey Through the U.S., Canada and Mexico—Before Tariffs wsjNo sector is as exposed to possible Trump tariffs as the auto industry.
Volkswagen to recall over 60,000 US vehicles, NHTSA says reutersVolkswagen is recalling 60,490 U.S. vehicles due to a failure to display the gear position that may result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not engaged, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Saturday.
European leaders scramble to show leadership of the ‘free world’ after Trump-Zelenskyy blowup nbcnewsPresident Trump has shredded America’s defense pact with Europe. Now there are signs that longstanding allies are getting serious about cutting their dependence.
America says there are ‘extraordinary’ economic opportunities in Russia. Huh? edition.cnnA tentative thaw in ice-cold US-Russia relations is paving the way for American companies to do what, until recently, seemed unthinkable — return to the country three years after they left in droves. Following watershed talks with Russian…
USA fact of the day marginalrevolutionAfter years of decline, the Christian population in the United States has been stable for several years, a shift fueled in part by young adults, according to a major new survey from the Pew Research Center. And the number of religiously…
Trump won’t admit it, but Canadian potash fuels American agriculture theglobeandmailIn Saskatchewan, 1,000 metres below the surface of the earth, in a cavern heated to a sweltering 27 C by geothermal energy, a machine is boring into the ground, searching for a compound that is critical to worldwide food production and…
SpaceX’s Starlink could have some advantages over Verizon in bid for FAA contract takeover, experts say. It could also trigger a slew of… fortuneThe FAA is reportedly considering ending a $2.4 billion contract with Verizon to update its communication technology and instead award it to Elon Musk’s SpaceX. Read More
The Weekend Intelligence: Athens Confidential economistAthens. Home of the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Well spring of democracy and philosophy. More recently famed for its graffiti, riots and the longest recession in modern history. But in this episode of The Weekend Intelligence, Fani…
How Trump’s Tariffs Could Affect American Companies nytimesBusiness owners told The Times that President Trump’s tariffs could lead to higher costs and expressed frustration at the sudden uncertainty about policy.
Well informed: Is posh moisturiser worth the money? economist
Voice of America bias inquiry sparks concerns of political meddling nprVoice of America bias inquiry sparks concerns of political meddling The Voice of America embarked this week on a formal review of a chief national correspondent's social media postings for potential bias against the Trump administration,…
Why Do S.U.V.s Look Like Trucks Again? nytimesFor decades, carlike curves were in. Now, buyers are interested in sport utility vehicles that feature right-angles and off-road cred.
The Weekend Intelligence: Athens Confidential economist
Saudi Arabia’s AI Push: What You Need to Know youtubeMajid AlShehry, spokesperson for the Saudi Data & AI Authority, discusses Saudi Arabia's goal to become a top 15 country in ...
5 hilariously productive cartoons about 5 things Elon Musk did last week theweek(Image credit: Gary McCoy / Copyright 2025 Cagle Cartoons, Inc.) (Image credit: Clay Jones / Copyright 2025 Claytoonz) (Image credit: Monte Wolverton / Copyright 2025 Cagle Cartoons, Inc.) (Image credit: Nick Anderson / Copyright 2025…
A New Growth Model For Europe? phenomenalworldThis month, Trump entered into formal talks with Russia—without Kyiv’s consent—to settle the war in Ukraine, largely on Putin’s terms. And on Friday, speaking with Zelensky in the Oval Office, he and his Vice President JD Vance performed…
What Happens When Intelligence Is Abundant & Cheap? bloomberg
Windows 7 lives! How to keep your favorite fossil running go.theregisterWindows 7 lives! How to keep your favorite fossil running You probably shouldn't, but if you must, you can As the expiration date for Windows 10 presses ever closer, spare a thought for its classic forerunner. No, not Windows 8 – nobody…
The Wall Street-Main Street Disconnect marketwatch
China urged to think big, go hard on reviving battered consumption japantimes.jpWith China's consumer support focusing on subsidies rather than reforms, pressure is growing on Beijing for policies with a longer-term impact.
Former HSBC CEO Quinn to join Julius Baer as chairman in May scmpFormer HSBC CEO Quinn to join Julius Baer as chairman in May Quinn’s experience at HSBC could help Julius Baer tap the fast-growing Asian market, one analyst says The board of directors at Julius Baer will nominate Quinn for election as…
Super Micro insiders dump millions worth of stock after getting the all-clear sign from Nasdaq on its financial filings fortuneThe server manufacturer was delinquent on its annual financial and quarterly reports but met a Feb. 25 deadline set by Nasdaq to regain compliance. Read More
‘Horrendous’: the ‘ridiculously common’ lies people tell on CVs, and what happens when they are discovered theguardianFake reasons for leaving jobs, manipulated dates and inflated titles among most frequent falsehoods In 28 years of recruitment, Matt Collingwood has witnessed some “very awkward” job interviews. Like the candidate whose CV falsely boasted…
Six years ago 23andMe was worth $6 billion. Now CEO Anne Wojcicki is trying to buy it back for $75 million fortuneExperts say the CEO’s second attempt to buy back the troubled DNA startup comes with a slew of corporate governance red flags. Read More
Japan's Ibaraki Airport eyes upgrade to attract more passengers asia.nikkeiMITO, Japan -- Japan's Ibaraki Airport is trying to cement its status as a third hub in the Kanto region centering on Tokyo, along with Narita and Haneda airports. Deliberations are underway to draw up plans in time for the airport's 15th…
A look at Vibecoding, a term popularized by AI researcher Andrej Karpathy for a trend where AI lets nontechnical hobbyists build bespoke… nytimesI am not a coder. I can’t write a single line of Python, JavaScript or C++. Except for a brief period in my teenage years when I built websites and tinkered with Flash animations, I’ve never been a software engineer, nor do I harbor…
Will Amazon destroy James Bond? theweekFor years, the biggest threat to 007 "was the apocryphal 'woke police'", said Adam White in The Independent: a "mob of rainbow-haired bisexuals" determined to turn James Bond into a woman and replace his vodka martini with "vegan…
Why dangerous debt dynamics aren’t catching up with economic policy scmpAs stock markets play a disproportionately large role in influencing the fortunes of economies, a correction could be on the horizon.
You Saved for Retirement. Now Comes the Tricky Part: Spending Your Savings barrons
Wine & shallot roast potatoes recipe theweekThis is the roast potato's fancier sister, who comes home for the holidays and judges the whole family, said Poppy O'Toole. It's rather posh – but delicious. There are a boat-load of flavours going on, but they all complement each other…
This Insurance Covers You When No One Else Does. The IRS Sees It as a Tax Dodge barrons
Smart Salt Shakers and Selfie Toasters: Meet the IoT Devices You Never Knew You Needed pymntsHere at PYMNTS we cover the Connected Economy as well as banking and payments. You can call it the smart economy or the digital economy. However, as Karen Webster wrote when she introduced the concept and our research methodology for…
Mexico transfers 29 drug cartel suspects to US custody morningbrewAfter four decades on the DEA’s most wanted fugitive list, alleged Mexican drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero was transferred to US custody from Mexico this week along with 28 other drug cartel suspects. The transfer comes as President Trump…
Hong Kong’s weekend property sales reach 4-month high after stamp duty cuts scmpHenderson’s Eight Southpark, Wang On’s Coasto, and Kerry’s Hava see strong sales following the recent reduction in stamp duties.
Father-Son Feud Plunges Singapore’s Richest Clan Into Crisis #singapore #familyfeud youtubeA bitter feud between father and son in Singapore’s richest family has unraveled in public, plunging the country’s biggest listed developer into crisis. Read why the Kwek clan saga mirrors the succession squabbles of other Asian…
US bitcoin ETFs saw ~$3.3B in net outflow in Feb., the biggest monthly exodus since they debuted; BTC fell ~17% in Feb., its worst monthly… bloomberg
Gold Is Beating Bitcoin Since Trump Took Office. Here’s Why barrons
Tariff Increases vs. Tax Cuts mises
Carnival 2025: Live updates and photos from Brazil's street parties apnewsCarnival 2025: Live updates and photos from Brazil’s street parties With 5 days until the official start of Carnival, the streets of Rio de Janeiro were crowded Sunday with bands and revelers warming up for next weekend. (AP video by…
Cash Isas: pressure grows against rumoured move to £4,000 allowance theguardianResearch shows strong support for keeping tax-free accounts in their current form with £20,000 annual limit Cash Isa providers fail to offer savers benefits of more flexible rules A campaign to “save” cash Isas gathered pace this week,…
China's Feb second-hand home prices narrows for seventh straight month, report says reutersThe average price of second-hand residential properties across 100 Chinese cities fell by 0.4% month-on-month in February, according to a report by a Chinese real estate research institute, narrowing for the seventh straight month.
Rail passengers in England and Wales face steep fares rise from Sunday theguardianCampaigners say if government can find money to freeze fuel duty for motorists they can do similar for railways Rail passengers in England and Wales face a steep increase in the cost of travel from Sunday, with fares rising by 4.6% and…
Membership of New Zealand’s domain registry suddenly triples, which isn't entirely welcome go.theregisterMembership of New Zealand’s domain registry suddenly triples, which isn't entirely welcome Free speech org criticized constitution and made hard-to-sustain accusations of possible censorship Membership of InternetNZ, the administrator of…
It’s your last chance to Skype someone morningbrewPour one out for a service that showed us that you don’t need to buy a plane ticket to chat face-to-face with loved ones oceans away. Microsoft announced yesterday that it will sunset Skype in May, urging users to switch to Teams…
China whiskey makers follow Japan, take shot at global acclaim asia.nikkeiANSHUN, China -- China's domestic whiskey industry is on the rise, led by entrepreneurs looking to follow in the footsteps of Japan's industry to find global success. Craft beer brewery PandaBrew, based in the small city of Anshun,…
Teleperformance uses AI to ‘neutralize’ Indian accents among staff japantimes.jpThe roll-out of accent translation is part of a bigger push by Teleperformance to invest up to €100 million ($104 million) in AI partnerships this year.
What is Mistral AI? Everything to know about the OpenAI competitor techcrunchMistral AI, the French company behind AI assistant Le Chat and several foundational models, is officially regarded as one of France’s most promising tech startups and is arguably the only European company that could compete with OpenAI.…
The SEC's Crypto Course Reversal coindeskThe SEC's Crypto Course Reversal The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has closed a number of cases over the past few weeks. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has been busy over the past few weeks, hinting at a brighter…
The Economist 1843 magazine does a profile of me marginalrevolutionI believe you can get through the gate by registering. A very good and accurate piece, first-rate photos as well, including of Spinoza too, here is the link. Here is one excerpt: I asked Cowen – it is the kind of question you come to ask…
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Bitcoin in the dumps despite softer crypto regulation morningbrewThis isn’t what decentralized coin enthusiasts expected in the first 100 days of the new crypto-friendly administration: After President Donald Trump reaffirmed his tariff plans Thursday, Bitcoin traded below $80,000 yesterday for the…
White House Announces Crypto Roundtable for Next Week coindeskCrypto and AI Czar David Sacks, "prominent founders, CEOs and investors" will convene at the White House with U.S. President Donald Trump.
The "Lazy" Entrepreneur's Guide to AI: 5 Tools to Run Your Business on Autopilot entrepreneurWant to run your business on autopilot and escape the 24/7 grind? AI is the "lazy" entrepreneur's secret weapon! In this video, discover five game-changing AI tools to automate work, save time and boost profits.
Utah takes on conference rival New Orleans apnewsUtah takes on conference rival New Orleans New Orleans Pelicans (16-44, 14th in the Western Conference) vs. Utah Jazz (15-44, 15th in the Western Conference) Salt Lake City; Sunday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Trey Murphy III and the New…
Warren Buffett Wants You to Know the Unknown Oracle of Elkhart wsjA rock star of the RV industry drove his company to Berkshire Hathaway—and made billions for Buffett’s shareholders.
Trump Lashes Out at Zelenskiy: 'You're Not Being Thankful' youtubePlans to sign a critical minerals deal between the US and Ukraine were scrapped after Donald Trump’s meeting Friday with Volodymyr Zelenskiy quickly devolved into a fiery exchange over the Ukrainian leader’s doubts that the US president’s…
No, Consumer Spending Didn’t Plunge in January and Auto Sales Didn’t Collapse, or Whatever, But the Huge Seasonal Adjustments Might Have… wolfstreetYear-over-year, consumer spending jumped by 5.6% and retail sales by 4.8% in January. So there's that.
Inflation is Tame; How to Play the Trump Volatility investorplaceInvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading Tips PCE inflation comes in as expected … volatility is the new normal … Jeff Clark’s bullish indicator … a flashing recession warning … context for this market weakness The good…
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon: Consumers are Prioritizing Value Purchases pymntsWalmart CEO Doug McMillon reportedly said Thursday (Feb. 27) that the retailer is seeing signs of stress among consumers due to food prices remaining high. Speaking at the Economic Club of Chicago, McMillon said Walmart sees…
Federal Judge Dismisses SEC Case Against Richard Heart, Citing Lack of Jurisdiction coindeskFederal Judge Dismisses SEC Case Against Richard Heart, Citing Lack of Jurisdiction Heart raised over $1 billion across three different unregistered securities offerings, the SEC had alleged What to know: - A federal judge dismissed the…
Report: European Commission to Seek Banks’ Comments on Capital Requirements pymntsThe European Commission reportedly wants to seek comments from banks on its plan to implement the Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB), which determines how banks estimate potential losses and, therefore, capital…
Three novel approaches that can revolutionize batteries japantimes.jpThe innovations aren’t yet available at a commercial scale, but they are part of an effort to prevent the global clean energy transition from stalling.
North Carolina company owner pleads guilty over attempted technology sale to China abcnews.goThe federal government says the owner of a North Carolina company has pleaded guilty to trying to sell electronic devices that have military applications to China without a required exporting license
Trump’s angry imperialism unherd“We tell ourselves stories in order to live,” observed Joan Didion. Yet politicians are different. They tell stories not so much to live, but to survive. Stories give leaders an aura of purpose and control, imbuing their decisions with…
California Tesla drivers feel conflicted about their cars over Musk nprCalifornia Tesla drivers feel conflicted about their cars over Musk California is converting to EVs faster than anywhere else in the U.S. But as Tesla CEO Elon Musk takes a central role in President Trump's administration, some Tesla…
In clash with Zelenskyy, Trump deepens diplomatic rift over Russia’s war in Ukraine pbsIt was an extraordinary scene in the Oval Office as President Trump made a public break with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. The two presidents and Vice President Vance argued for nearly five minutes in front of cameras. The heated…
Can frozen be just as good as fresh? marketplaceThrowing frozen food in the oven — an icy pizza, for instance — has long been the go-to move for streamlining dinner and getting food on the table fast after a busy day. Though convenient, freezer foods have had a bad rap for being…
Tracking Trump: Press pool takeover, Zelensky and the Musk effect axiosChart: Axios Visuals President Trump's clash with legacy media, his spat with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and influence over the House GOP's budget deal were among the biggest news events out of his administration this…
Iditarod: World's most famous sled dog race is longer than ever apnewsThe world’s most famous sled dog race is longer than ever. Here’s a look at Iditarod, by the numbers The world’s most famous sled dog race is longer than ever. Here’s a look at Iditarod, by the numbers ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The world’s…
Trump Comments on Oval Office Meeting With Zelenskiy youtubeThe US and Ukraine failed to sign a critical minerals agreement after a Friday meeting between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskiy devolved into a fiery exchange, fracturing relations between the two countries. Trump took umbrage with…
After the fires, will behind-the-scenes film and TV workers also leave LA? marketplaceEven if you haven’t visited Los Angeles, you probably know Randy’s Donuts. Just a few small traffic jams away from Los Angeles International Airport in the heart of Inglewood, the walk-up doughnut shop’s premium menu offers some…
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Why do fruit prices change so drastically from one week to the next? marketplaceThis is just one of the stories from our “I’ve Always Wondered” series, where we tackle all of your questions about the world of business, no matter how big or small. Ever wondered if recycling is worth it? Or how store brands stack up…
Tribune files lawsuit against CTA for failing to turn over documents related to 2023 Yellow Line crash, among other FOIA requests chicagotribuneThe Chicago Tribune is suing the Chicago Transit Authority for allegedly violating the Freedom of Information Act after the transit agency failed to turn over records related to the 2023 Yellow Line crash, among other requests. The…
Historian analyzes devolving relations between U.S. and Ukraine after Oval Office spat pbsPresident Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy argued in the Oval Office in a stunning public display of devolving relations. Geoff Bennett discussed the developments with Timothy Snyder, one of the country's leading historians of…
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Groups frozen out of $20B in EPA cash fear bankruptcy politicoSome nonprofits are struggling to pay their employees as EPA tries to claw back the Inflation Reduction Act funding.
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‘The only winner was Putin’: GOP Rep. Lawler says after Trump’s argument with Zelenskyy pbsSome of President Trump's fervent allies stood behind his actions in the Oval Office with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. But Ukraine supporters within the Republican Party have expressed concerns about how the meeting played out and fear…
Venezuela’s opposition leader defends Trump’s move to cancel oil licenses politicoMaria Corina Machado, the most prominent figure in the country’s opposition movement, argued the measures are needed to stop government repression.
Tony Robbins says “Money is only a tool. It will take you wherever you wish, but it will not replace you as the driver” – how to take… 247wallstTony Robbins has helped many people master their personal finances. He’s also become a leader in the personal development industry, inspiring people to become better versions of themselves with actionable strategies. You can underline any…
HP Is Laying Off Up to 2,000 Employees 'All Over the Company' entrepreneurHP Is Laying Off Up to 2,000 Employees 'All Over the Company' HP is aiming to save $300 million through job cuts by October. Key Takeaways HP is laying off up to 2,000 people of its 58,000-person global workforce. The computer and printer…
‘Everyone's in crisis mode’: How Canadian companies are rushing to prepare for day one of Trump's tariffs financialpostWith Tuesday's deadline approaching, exporters are scrambling to get paperwork in order while exploring longer term workarounds
Mercedes-Benz and Nvidia are testing autonomous vehicles in San Francisco bizjournalsAn AV bearing the company's name was spotted in San Francisco's Marina district.
Why is it so hard to move a runway just 12 metres? bbcWhy is it so hard to move a runway just 12 metres? Expansion at Gatwick Airport has moved a step closer after the government gave the plan its tentative backing. On the surface Gatwick's plans look relatively straightforward. In contrast…
How to set and invest your emergency fund bostonheraldChristine Benz of Morningstar Emergency funds are an absolutely crucial aspect of any financial plan, regardless of the life stage or situation. Related Articles Business | Home Showcase: Pristine, open-concept dazzles in Wellesley…
Flat owner hit with £65,000 cladding bill as block too short bbcFlat owner hit with £65,000 cladding bill as block too short Flat owners are being hit with huge bills for fire safety work because their blocks are not tall enough to qualify for funding announced after the Grenfell Tower fire. The…
U.S. set to unleash tariffs on Canada, Mexico and other countries cbsnewsTrump officials remain on course to hit Canada and Mexico with 25% tariffs on March 4, with a wave of other levies ready to roll.
Pete Hegseth and the defence revolution unherd“It was just a fucking mess.” That’s how Pete Hegseth, Trump’s new Defense Secretary, describes America’s post-9/11 wars. We are aboard his plane, flying home to Washington from Guantanamo Bay, where he had spent the day overseeing…
What’s happening at Goya Foods? Chaos and unanswered questions after CEO published bizarre press release fastcompanyLongtime Goya Foods president and CEO Robert “Bob” Unanue has published a bizarre press release about his recent departure from the company, leaving a lot of unanswered questions about what is happening behind the scenes at the Hispanic…
The Memecoin Casino nprThe Memecoin Casino What do Moo Deng the pygmy hippo, social media sensation Hawk Tuah, and the President of the United States all have in common? They've all inspired highly valuable, highly volatile memecoins. The humble memecoin began…
The Failed Super Micro Hit Job – and Why Fundamentals Always Win investorplaceThis company must be a fraud. This is a bold claim to make on national television in front of millions of people. But this is how Andrew Left, CEO of Citron Research (a notorious short seller), described a technology company on CNBC in…
IRS rejected request for addresses of people believed to be in U.S. illegally washingtonpostImmigration enforcement officials sought home addresses for 700,000 people and also asked for skilled auditors to investigate businesses.
Arizona bill to cut off state funding over college DEI courses gains traction highereddiveIf signed into law, faculty at the state's public colleges would not be able to teach about subjects like antiracism and unconscious bias.
The big Trump-Zelenskyy blowup, briefly explained voxPresident Donald Trump and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. | Jim Watson/AFP and <br>Tetiana Dzhafarova/AFP via Getty Images The Logoff is a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without…
The Daily: Trump team files trademark for ‘TRUMP’ metaverse, bitcoin slipped under $80,000 and more theblockUS spot bitcoin ETFs also saw an eight-day negative streak, and Patrick McHenry joined Ondo Finance as advisory board vice chairman.
People With These First Names Have the Most Professional Success, According to a New Report entrepreneurPeople With These First Names Have the Most Professional Success, According to a New Report Dear John, you're probably a CEO. Have you ever wondered if your name is helping you in life — or holding you back? A new survey from Resume.io…
More tech layoffs hit Bay Area, as HP, Autodesk announce job cuts latimesThe companies announced the job cuts during the week they released their quarterly earnings.
Intel slows its roll on $28B Ohio fab expansion, pushing production to 2030s go.theregisterIntel slows its roll on $28B Ohio fab expansion, pushing production to 2030s x86 giant still expects to ramp 18A process tech this year Intel's floundering foundry business hit another speed bump on Friday after executives delayed the…
Base, Solana spar over scaling numbers blockworksBase, Solana spar over scaling numbers Base’s new FlashBlocks feature sparks a debate about scaling metrics Artwork by Crystal Le This is a segment from the Lightspeed newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. Solana tends to get…
As Trump cuts federal funding, most Americans support increases today.yougovThe survey asked about spending in 40 areas, and in none of these areas did a majority of Americans support a reduction in spending.
Allies must work with Zelenskiy after Trump spat, says Joly financialpost'What Zelenskiy is going through in Ukraine is similar to what we’re seeing here, there’s really a rallying around the flag'
Planned CME solana futures could boost ETF approval odds blockworksThis is a segment from the Forward Guidance newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. Solana futures are coming March 17, pending regulatory review. For real this time. When CME Group’s announcement came through, I made sure to…
Wells Fargo among latest banks to pull back on DEI bizjournalsWells Fargo and Truist have joined a growing list of financial institutions that are dialing back DEI references in their annual filings.
Tariff threats and job cuts shake consumer confidence, federal report finds fastcompanyOngoing tariff threats from Washington and potentially sweeping government job cuts have darkened consumers’ mood and may be weighing on an otherwise mostly healthy economy. Data released Friday showed that consumers slashed their…
Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn Defends the Language App’s A.I. Spend Despite Stock Plunge observerWhile an A.I. pivot has spurred unprecedented user growth at Duolingo, the popular language learning app’s costly new strategy has received a frostier embrace from investors. The company exceeded Wall Street’s expectations yesterday (Feb.…
PCE Inflation Hits 4.0% Month-to-Month Annualized, Worst since March. 3-Month PCE Hits 2.9%, Worst since April. But Massive “Base Effect”… wolfstreetDecember, prior months revised higher. Goods prices jump month-to-month by most since August 2023, turn positive for first time in a year. By Wolf Richter for WOLF STREET. The inflation measure released today – the PCE price index favored…
Why the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting imploded semaforThe News President Donald Trump’s perception that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was overtaking the day’s planned emphasis on a US-Ukraine minerals deal partly set off Friday’s Oval Office blowup, according to a White House…
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Markets wrap rough month driven by ‘Extreme Fear’ edition.cnn
Social Security workers warn job cuts could hurt service for Americans cbsnews"We are already short-staffed as it is,"one Social Security Administration employee said of the agency's plans to slash its workforce.
University of Findlay calls off merger with Bluffton University highereddiveThe larger of the two Christian institutions iced the plan to combine, citing time, expense and the complexity of maintaining separate athletics programs.
Friday links: watching other investors abnormalreturnsCrypto Memecoins are not securities, per the SEC. (cnbc.com) Blackrock ($BLK) is adding an allocation to its iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF ($IBIT) in portfolios that allow it. (bloomberg.com) The SEC has paused actions against Justin Sun,…
Dave Stock Sees Its Composite Rating Rise To 96 investorsOn Friday, Dave got an upgrade for its IBD SmartSelect Composite Rating from 92 to 96. The post Dave Stock Sees Its Composite Rating Rise To 96 appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.
China’s Intchains scrambling to fill Dogecoin rig orders after Trump, Musk boost theblockThis website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or…
The Goldilocks truck: Ram says the Ramcharger REEV is just right for the electrified age siliconvalleyBy Henry Payne | The Detroit News In the electrified era, common acronyms include EV, HEV and PHEV. Get used to a new term: REEV. Ram on Tuesday introduced its new Range Extender Electric Vehicle (REEV), the 2026 Ram 1500 Ramcharger. The…
GOP-led committee launches probe to root out 'political' hires politicoAs President Donald Trump and Elon Musk move to fire broad swaths of the federal workforce, the top Republican on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee is launching an investigation into who officials in the previous…
The Fed’s job did not just get easier blockworksThis is a segment from the Forward Guidance newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. The Fed’s favorite inflation gauge inched down just slightly in January, but we remain a ways off from its 2% target. Decreased consumer spending…
Microsoft pulling the plug on Skype after buying it for $8.5 billion cbsnewsMicrosoft is pulling the plug on Skype, the pioneering Internet telecommunications and video call platform it bought ."We will be retiring Skype in May 2025 to focus on Microsoft Teams (free), our modern communications and collaboration…
Coffee Break: End-of-the-Week Thoughts on Science and Other Matters Arising nakedcapitalismGood afternoon and welcome to my first rough draft of Coffee Break, which will be an ongoing part of our week here. This will be a project with an unknown evolutionary trajectory, depending on feedback from the community. Comments,…
As tariffs loom, this is what Mexico is doing to placate Trump latimesAs tariffs loom, this is what Mexico is doing to placate Trump - President Trump says taxes on goods produced in Mexico and Canada will go into effect on Tuesday. - Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is trying to persuade Trump to hold…
200+ Democratic lawmakers backing lawsuit seeking to block CFPB dismantling thehillMore than 200 Democratic lawmakers in the House are submitting an amicus brief to back a lawsuit that aims to prevent the dismantling of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Democrats contend in the brief, which was filed in…
OpenAI Co-Founder Andrej Karpathy Is Making Waves in the A.I. Startup World observerAndrej Karpathy, an OpenAI co-founder and research scientist who has quit the A.I. powerhouse twice, has been making waves in the startup world since his last exit a year ago. Earlier this month, Karpathy participated in a $480 million…
Atlanta Fed predicts negative 1.5 percent GDP growth in first quarter thehillThe Atlanta Federal Reserve is projecting a contraction of the nation's gross domestic product (GDP) of 1.5 percent in the first quarter, flashing a warning sign for the U.S. economy. The projection is a significant shift for the Atlanta…
Zelenskyy, Trump clash in bitter Oval Office talks euractivUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump repeatedly clashed on Friday, with Zelenskyy urging Trump to be cautious with Russia and Trump accusing him of being disrespectful, as simmering differences spilt…
Trump says Zelenskyy 'not ready for peace' after Oval Office showdown semaforThe News US President Donald Trump said Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy “is not ready for Peace if America is involved,” following a fractious meeting between the two leaders that descended into a shouting match. “He disrespected…
East Bay startup’s new stove that plugs into a normal wall outlet could be major gain for health and climate siliconvalleyBy ISABELLA O’MALLEY | Associated Press NEW YORK — For years, Ed Yaker, treasurer of a New York City co-op with nearly 1,500 units, and fellow board members have dealt with gas leaks. It can mean the gas at an entire building is shut off,…
A Russian state media reporter gained entry to the Oval Office for Trump-Zelensky sit-down edition.cnnA member of Russia’s state-owned news agency gained access to the Oval Office on Friday to cover President Trump’s sit-down with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky – even as the AP and Reuters were barred from the high-level meeting.…
CFPB employees say Trump administration plans to 'wind down' agency thehillSeveral employees at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) said in a series of court filings Thursday that the Trump administration plans to “wind down” the agency, appearing to directly contradict the administration’s claims…
Richmond's Humanitru lands $3M in venture funding bizjournalsThe new round was led by Atlanta’s Dogwood Ventures and included participation from several other firms.
End nears for internet calling pioneer Skype as Microsoft plans shutdown washingtonpostSkype was an a pioneer in live video calling that was bought by Microsoft in 2011, but was later overtaken by competing services.
US lobster catch drops as crustaceans migrate to colder Canadian waters abcnews.goThe U.S. lobster industry continued a multiyear slide in catch last year
5 Space Missions to Watch in March: Mars Gravity Assists and Astronaut Homecomings observerThe space industry is bracing for another packed month after a busy February. On Feb. 26, a SpaceX Falcon 9 launched multiple missions from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center, including a lunar lander made by Houston-based Intuitive Machines,…
BlackRock adds bitcoin ETF to portfolio marketed to financial advisors: report theblockEarlier this week, BlackRock's spot bitcoin ETF IBIT saw a record $418.1 million worth of net outflows amid an apparent market correction.
'Wicked' is the Best Picture nominee that Americans are likeliest to think will win and should win the Oscar today.yougov"Wicked" is the top Best Picture pick but it's a divided field with a majority who aren't sure which film should win. And most Americans don't remember which film won last year's Best Picture award.
Intel again pushes back expected opening for semiconductor plant in central Ohio abcnews.goIntel Corp. has once again pushed back the expected opening for its semiconductor project in central Ohio
Which U.S. births Americans think should be entitled to birthright citizenship today.yougov51% of Americans believe that all children born in the U.S. should automatically become citizens, while 39% believe children born in the U.S. should only become citizens if their parents are citizens.
Trump’s Slush Fund misesIn his February 3 Executive Order, President Trump directed his minions to begin planning for establishment of a “Sovereign Wealth Fund” that he originally touted in a speech to the Economic Club of New York last September. The fund would…
Temu & Shein: China's low-price platforms are a big headache for US and EU dwEvery day, millions of cheap products bought online are mailed directly to consumers in the United States, European Union and elsewhere, from China. But unlike most imports, they are allowed to circumvent customs procedures. In just three…
Skype announces it will close in May bbcSkype announces it will close in May Skype, the video-calling service that had hundreds of millions of users, is closing in May, its owner Microsoft has said. It was once one of the world's most popular websites and allowed people to make…
Friday assorted links marginalrevolution1. Insightful Bob McGrew tweet on GPT 4.5. And Andrej. My remark from a group chat: “I am more positive on 4.5 than almost anyone else I have read. I view it as a model that attempts to improve on the dimension of aesthetics only. As we…