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Spanish Court Rules in Favor of Former Facebook Moderator's Work-Related Mental Health Claim

Jan 19, 2024 08:21 am UTC| Business Law

A Spanish court recently ruled in favor of a former Facebook moderator, affirming that his mental health was significantly affected by the graphic content he was exposed to throughout his role. This verdict has...

Federal Judge Blocks JetBlue's Acquisition of Spirit Airlines, Citing Anticompetitive Concerns

Jan 17, 2024 07:21 am UTC| Business Law

In a recent decision, U.S. District Judge William Young in Boston has blocked JetBlue Airways planned $3.8-billion acquisition of Spirit Airlines. The judge agreed with the U.S. Department of Justice, stating that the deal...

Why South Korea is banning the sale of dog meat

Jan 17, 2024 03:45 am UTC| Law

The South Korean dog meat trade will officially end in 2027 after a bill was passed making the slaughter of dogs and the sale of dog meat for human consumption illegal in the country (though the consumption of dog meat...

Global Geopolitics Series

Gaza war: how South Africa's genocide case against Israel is shaping up

Jan 17, 2024 03:44 am UTC| Law

Over the past few days, South Africa has made its case at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, accusing the Israeli government of committing genocide with its 100-day assault on Gaza. With the death toll...

An international body will need to oversee AI regulation, but we need to think carefully about what it looks like

Jan 15, 2024 03:42 am UTC| Technology Law

Artificial intelligence (AI) will have serious societal impact globally. So it is more urgent than ever that state leaders cooperate to regulate the technology. There have been various calls already: the Bletchley...

Indian Court Favors PepsiCo on Potato Patent for Lay's Chips

Jan 11, 2024 09:35 am UTC| Business Law

An Indian court has recently overturned the decision that revoked PepsiCo Inc.s patent for the potato variety used to produce its famous Lays potato chips. The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights (PPVFR)...

What a recent court ruling on Canada's Citizenship Act means for 'lost Canadians'

Jan 11, 2024 03:35 am UTC| Law

In December 2023, Ontarios Superior Court determined that whats known as the second-generation cut-off rule in the federal Citizenship Act violates the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms by discriminating on the basis...

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Economy

OpenAI, Samsung Talks Signal a Major Shift for Galaxy Devices, Threatening Google’s AI Stronghold

OpenAI is reportedly in discussions with Samsung to bring its cutting-edge AI technology to Galaxy devices. This potential partnership could pose a significant challenge to Googles dominance in both AI and its partnership...

TikTok CEO Turns to Musk for Guidance Amid Trump Policy Concerns, WSJ Reports

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has reportedly consulted Elon Musk for insights on navigating potential U.S. tech policy shifts under the Trump administration, according to the Wall Street Journal. ByteDance executives remain...

Siri's AI Upgrade in iOS 19 May Signal Apple's Split from OpenAI and ChatGPT

In a bold move, Apple plans to overhaul Siri with advanced AI in iOS 19, potentially ending its partnership with OpenAI. The new Siri aims to match ChatGPTs capabilities, offering users more natural conversations and the...

Nvidia CEO: Trump’s AI Export Limits Won’t Halt Global Tech Collaboration

Jensen Huang, Nvidia CEO, expressed confidence that global tech collaboration will persist, even under U.S. export restrictions on advanced AI technologies introduced during Trumps term. Speaking in Hong Kong, Huang...

Canada retail sales rises in September

According to Statistics Canadas preliminary estimate, retail sales increased by a strong 0.4% month-over-month (m/m) in September. When inflation was taken into account, the gain was even more noticeable, with retail sales...

Politics

Donald Trump’s Vaccine Cabinet ‘Showdown’? Nesheiwat and RFK Jr. Could Clash Over Public Health Policies

President-elect Donald Trumps contrasting Cabinet nominees for health rolesDr. Janette Nesheiwat for Surgeon General and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services Secretaryhave sparked debates about the future of...

Donald Trump Cases ‘Sabotaged’ by Alvin Bragg’s Hush Money Charges: ‘It’s Over Before It Began!’

Former federal prosecutor Elie Honig has criticized Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Braggs handling of the hush money case against President-elect Donald Trump, asserting that it poisoned the well for subsequent...

Mexico Scrambles to Replace Chinese Parts Amid USMCA Tensions: ‘We’ll Fight to Stay In!

Mexico is urgently revising its trade policies and supply chain strategies amid fears that its role in the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) could be at risk. Rising allegations that Mexico serves as a conduit for...

Lindsey Graham’s Fiery Warning: ‘Crush Your Economy’ Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrant Shocks U.S. Allies

Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch ally of President-elect Donald Trump, issued a stark warning to U.S. allies on Friday, threatening economic sanctions against nations that comply with the International Criminal Courts...

Donald Trump’s Controversial Cabinet Nominees Face Grim Betting Odds: ‘The Market Doesn’t Lie!’

As President-elect Donald Trump finalizes his Cabinet for his second term, betting markets are casting doubt on the confirmation of some of his most polarizing nominees. From allegations of sexual misconduct to...

Science

Why does everything look flat even though the Earth is round?

Ever since the ancient Greeks first made observations of the circular Moon and the skies, scientists have known that the Earth is a sphere. Weve all seen beautiful images of the Earth from space, some photographed by...

Blue Origin Prepares to Test New Glenn Rocket, Set to Rival SpaceX's Falcon Rockets

Blue Origin is making significant strides toward testing its New Glenn rocket, designed to compete with SpaceXs Falcon lineup. With seven BE-4 engines producing 3.8 million pounds of thrust, the New Glenn is set to test...

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Technology

Shiba Inu Sends Urgent Scam Alert Amid 12% Price Spike: Details Unveiled

Shiba Inus Lucie has issued an urgent warning about shady actors exploiting the crypto community. Her call for caution aligns with SHIBs impressive 12% price surge, reaching $0.00002759. Users are urged to stick to...

Ethereum's Path to $20K: Correction Likely First, Analysts Warn

Ethereum has surged over 33% in the past month, trading above $3,368, but a correction might be on the horizon. Analysts suggest this dip could precede a powerful rally to $20,000 by 2025. With Bitcoin closing in on...

Stellar Jumps 80% to $0.55 as Grayscale Trust Adds Millions—Is $1 Within Reach?

Stellars price surged over 80%, reaching $0.55 amid strong buying momentum and a sharp rise in trading volumes. Analysts suggest a bullish pattern could drive prices toward $3 or even $5, sparking renewed investor...

Shiba Inu Burn Rate Explodes 49,646% as SHIB Price Climbs 10% in Stunning Market Rally

Shiba Inu witnessed a burn rate surge of 49,646% in just one day, eliminating over 175 million tokens. This extraordinary burn event paralleled a remarkable 10% price jump, solidifying SHIBs market momentum. Shiba Inus...

Dogecoin Rockets 25% as Analyst Forecasts Bullish Breakout to $0.82

Dogecoin soared nearly 25% in the past 24 hours, reaching an intraday high of $0.48. Crypto analyst Ali Martinez predicts a bullish breakout to $0.82, suggesting DOGE could surpass its previous all-time high. The surge...