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3-year old party threatens 12-year of Chancellery in Germany

Aug 30, 2016 09:25 am UTC| Commentary Politics

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party founders probably not have thought that within just three years of forming, they would become the biggest threat to German chancellor Angela Merkel. For the AfD party, it has been...

US Election Series

U.S. Under Potential Nationwide Attack, Presidential Election Could Be Compromised

Aug 30, 2016 02:49 am UTC| Technology Politics

It has begun. With the proliferation of hacking attempts in practically every sector that are connected to the internet now, it was only a matter of time before hackers gained the confidence to wreak havoc on a nationwide...

US Election Series

A tale of two GDPs: Why Republicans and Democrats live in different economic realities

Aug 29, 2016 08:02 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy Politics

Back in 1992, Democratic strategist James Carville uttered his famous recommendation to Bill Clinton ahead of the 1992 election: Its the economy, stupid! Political scientists beat Carville to the punch, though: As far back...

Face the facts: populism is here to stay

Aug 29, 2016 07:52 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

When it comes to politics, 2016 has been a very strange year to say the least. Things that arent supposed to happen well, they just keep happening. Pauline Hanson, written off as a serial electoral pest whose best days...

US Election Series

US Election Series: Hillary continues to lead in polls

Aug 25, 2016 10:22 am UTC| Commentary Politics

Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump is driving agendas, attacking Democratic Presidential nominee Hillary Clinton over his dishonesty, lying to American people and use of private email server that could have...

US Election Series

US Election Series: Mr. Brexit, Nigel Farage calls for grassroots Republicans to rally against establishment

Aug 25, 2016 08:28 am UTC| Commentary Politics

Nigel Farage, who is at times, popularly called as Mr. Brexit, especially after the Britons voted in favor of exiting from the European Union in June spoke to 15,000 people at a Donald Trump rally in Jackson, Mississippi....

US Election Series

US Presidential Election Series: Hillary’s meetings as a Secretary of State come into focus

Aug 24, 2016 08:13 am UTC| Commentary Politics

As the days pass by, the scandals surrounding Hillary Clintons use of private emails move a bit deeper. She is now widely being accused of Pay for Play while she was the secretary of the State under President Obamas...

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Economy

Oil Prices Fall After Biggest Weekly Surge in 2024 Amid Middle East Tensions

Oil prices dipped in early trading on Monday, following their largest weekly surge in over a year, amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Brent crude futures fell by 0.5% to $77.62 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas...

Rio Tinto Explores Potential $6 Billion Acquisition of Arcadium Lithium Amid Market Slump

Rio Tinto Considers Buying Arcadium Lithium Amid Price Drop Global mining giant Rio Tinto has confirmed discussions to acquire lithium producer Arcadium Lithium, aiming to enhance its presence in the lithium supply...

China Pauses Gold Buying Amidst Price Surge for Fifth Month

Chinas Gold Reserves Steady; Value Rises with Market Trends Chinas central bank refrained from purchasing additional gold for the fifth consecutive month in September due to rising gold prices, as per official data....

Oil Prices Dip Amid Middle East Tensions & Positive U.S. Data

Oil Prices Decline After Middle East Tensions Surge Oil prices fell in Asian trading on Monday, following a significant rally last week. Brent crude futures dropped 0.5% to $77.64 a barrel, and West Texas Intermediate...

Vietnam Targets 7.6%-8% Economic Growth in Q4 2024 Amid Strong Q3 Results

Vietnam Sets Ambitious Economic Growth Target for Q4 2024 Vietnam is striving for robust economic growth in the final quarter of 2024, intending to expand its GDP by 7.6%-8%, according to the countrys planning minister....

Politics

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Separated?

Rumors are swirling again about the state of Donald and Melania Trumps marriage, with many questioning whether the couple has quietly separated. According to insiders, the former president and the former first lady have...

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Happily Married?

Rumors surrounding Donald Trump and Melania Trumps relationship have circulated for years, with many questioning whether their marriage is truly happy or merely a façade. Despite public appearances, sources close to...

Are Donald Trump's Parents Alive?

Donald Trumps rise to the presidency has been a widely discussed chapter in American political history, but what about the people who shaped him? Are Donald Trumps parents still alive? The answer may surprise those who...

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Getting a Divorce? Insider Reveals ‘Melania Is Ready to Walk Away'

Rumors about Donald Trump and Melania Trump heading for divorce have been circulating for years, but the chatter has only intensified in recent months. From speculations about Melanias absence at key events to reports of...

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Still Together?

Speculation about the status of Donald Trump and Melania Trumps marriage has been swirling for years. The former president and first lady, despite being thrust into the spotlight during Trumps presidency, have always...

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

China Denies Massive Hack as US Telecom Giants Report Major Data Breach in Court Systems

A Chinese hacking group reportedly breached US telecom companies Verizon, ATT, and Lumen, accessing data from government surveillance systems. The Wall Street Journal reports that hackers maintained control of these...

Ethereum’s Bold Move: 50% Speed Boost, Block Delays Slashed, and Lower Fees in Sight!

Ethereums latest game-changing proposal, EIP-7781, promises to slash block delays by 33% while increasing network throughput by 50%. The upgrade is set to revolutionize Ethereums transaction speeds and reduce fees across...

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...