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Why anarchy (on screen) is so fashionable right now

Oct 20, 2016 11:37 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

The anarchist movement in both its past and contemporary incarnations is back to the cultural fore, and to such an extent that it echoes the surge in anarchist-themed entertainment before 1914. The BBC has just aired...

US Election Series

Trump claims the election is rigged – is it?

Oct 20, 2016 10:47 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Donald Trump has repeatedly said the presidential election is rigged, and the only way he will lose will be if it is stolen from him. Trump is not known for his measured temperament, nor for rational thinking or...

US Election Series

Religious feelings could sway the vote in 2016 election

Oct 20, 2016 10:32 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Political scientists have long noted that politics is a competition between groups with diverse and competing interests. During campaigns, candidates actively attempt to sway certain groups and vilify others in order to...

video Watch: Video Of ‘GTAV’ Exploding ‘Galaxy Note 7’ Mod Removed By Samsung

Oct 20, 2016 10:09 am UTC| Technology Politics

Samsung is really getting pummelled from all sides now. First was its second recall of its Galaxy Note 7 smartphones, then there was the FAA ban. Now, the company has to contend with Grand Theft Auto V modders who made...

US Election Series

Zuckerberg Says Thiel’s Support For Trump Is Okay Because Of ‘Diversity’

Oct 20, 2016 10:05 am UTC| Technology Politics

Peter Thiel publicly announced his support for Presidential Candidate Donald Trump recently and donated $1.25 million to his campaign. This drew the collective ire of a few Silicon Valley entities and certain left-leaning...

US Election Series

Facebook Introduces Presidential Endorsement Button, This Should Go Well

Oct 20, 2016 09:45 am UTC| Technology Politics

The current presidential election has been one of the most tumultuous and incendiary cycles in recent history, with Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton racing for the White House amid scandal after scandal. Naturally, a lot...

US Election Series

Where To Watch The 3rd Clinton/Trump Debate Online

Oct 20, 2016 01:06 am UTC| Technology Politics

The third presidential debate is almost here where Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump will go head to head for the last time before the November 8 election day. The event will be shown live on major network channels in the...

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Economy

Wall Street Reconsiders Fed’s Half-Point Rate Cut as Inflation Concerns Resurface

Wall Streets optimism over the Federal Reserves recent half-point rate cut is fading, with analysts raising concerns about potential inflation risks after a robust jobs report. Many now suggest the central bank may need to...

Saudi Arabia Raises Oil Prices for Asia Amid Market Volatility and Middle East Tensions

Saudi Arabia has raised its official selling price for Arab Light crude to Asia by 90 cents per barrel amid rising market volatility and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. This move, surpassing market expectations,...

Higher-than-Expected September Inflation Delays Turkey’s Anticipated Interest Rate Cuts

Turkeys annual inflation rate dropped to 49.38% in September, but a higher-than-expected monthly increase of nearly 3% has dampened expectations for early interest rate cuts. Analysts now predict the central bank may not...

Lucid Air Grand Touring Joins Dubai Police Fleet, Expanding UAE’s Push for Green Vehicles

Dubai Police has added the Lucid Air Grand Touring to its fleet, bolstering its push for sustainability under the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033. The inclusion of the luxury electric vehicle highlights the UAEs...

U.S. Services Sector Hits 1.5-Year High in September as Employment Weakens

The U.S. services sector expanded at its fastest pace in 18 months in September, driven by strong new orders, according to the Institute for Supply Management. However, the robust growth came as employment in the sector...

Politics

Donald Trump Receives Overwhelming Endorsement: ‘200+ Military Leaders Back His Return to the White House'

In a stunning show of support, more than 200 retired military generals and admirals have publicly endorsed former President Donald Trump in an open letter, underscoring their belief in his leadership and commitment to the...

Donald Trump's Pal Elon Musk Slams Kamala Harris Win: 'A Disaster for Civilization'

Elon Musk has voiced serious concerns about Kamala Harris potentially winning the upcoming presidential election, calling it not only bad for America but warning that it could spell disaster for the future of civilization...

Donald Trump Set for Landslide Victory: ‘Commanding Lead in Key States – This Could Be Unstoppable'

Donald Trump appears to be positioned for a sweeping victory in the upcoming presidential election, as new polling data suggests the former president holds a commanding lead in several crucial battleground states....

Donald Trump Refuses 60 Minutes Interview Over Lack of Apology for Hunter Biden Laptop Story

In a bold move, former President Donald Trump announced that he is refusing to sit down for an interview with 60 Minutes until he receives an apology for the networks previous claims regarding Hunter Bidens infamous...

Biden-Harris Admin Warns FEMA May Run Out of Funds Amid Hurricane Season After Billions Sent Overseas

In a shocking development, the Biden-Harris administration announced that FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) may not have enough resources to make it through the rest of hurricane season. This warning comes on the...

Science

SpaceX Prepares to Launch NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission to Jupiter’s Moon Next Week

SpaceX is gearing up for the much-anticipated launch of NASAs Europa Clipper mission to Jupiters moon, Europa, next week. After overcoming recent Falcon 9 setbacks, SpaceX has encapsulated the satellite within the Falcon...

Europe Pushes Back Against SpaceX's Efforts to Expand Starlink Direct-to-Cell Operations

European mobile network operators are opposing SpaceXs initiative to expand Starlink Direct-to-Cell services, urging the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reject SpaceXs request to operate beyond standard...

SpaceX and T-Mobile Begin Testing Starlink Cellular Satellite Service Ahead of 2025 Launch

SpaceX and T-Mobile have reportedly initiated tests for their highly anticipated Starlink Cellular satellite service. Speculation emerged after users noticed satellite activity on their phones, fueling excitement ahead of...

SpaceX Pauses Falcon 9 Launches After Anomaly During Crew 9 Mission Investigation

SpaceX has suspended all Falcon 9 launches after an anomaly occurred with the rockets second stage during the Crew 9 mission for NASA. The second stage failed to land as planned, prompting an investigation and delaying...

Tesla’s $25K Compact Car Could Drive Bigger Stock Gains Than Robotaxi, Analyst Predicts

As anticipation builds for Teslas Robotaxi, some analysts believe the companys upcoming $25,000 compact car will have a more significant impact on its stock. Gary Black of The Future Fund argues that entering the...

Technology

Bitcoin ETFs on Brink of Toppling Satoshi Nakamoto’s Legendary $68 Billion BTC Fortress

With 4.68% of Bitcoins total supply now under their control, Bitcoin ETFs are set to topple Satoshi Nakamotos legendary $68.2 billion BTC holdings this month, marking a monumental moment for the crypto world. Bitcoin...

Shiba Inu (SHIB) Price on the Brink? Bollinger Bands Reveal Intriguing Twist

Shiba Inu (SHIB) might be gearing up for a significant price movement as it rises above the Bollinger Bands average. Despite a recent dip, bullish indicators suggest a potential upward trend if key levels hold. SHIB...

UAE Ends VAT on Crypto Transactions: Huge Win for Virtual Asset Companies

The UAE has scrapped value-added tax on crypto transfers and conversions, a landmark move retroactive to 2018. Virtual asset companies can now recover previously paid VAT and benefit from the countrys evolving...

Tesla to Raise $783 Million Through Debt Sale Secured by Prime Auto Leases

Tesla is set to raise $783 million by selling debt backed by prime automotive leases, Bloomberg reported. The deal, led by Societe Generale, is expected to be priced next week, marking Teslas second asset-backed security...

LEGO's Homepage Hit by 'LEGO Coin' Crypto Scam, Phishing Scheme Exposed in Minutes

LEGOs homepage was briefly hijacked on October 5, displaying a fraudulent LEGO Coin token promoting secret rewards. The phishing scheme directed users to a malicious website, but LEGO quickly removed the scam, ensuring no...