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US under Trump Series

Is Nancy Pelosi worth the trouble?

Jun 27, 2017 02:21 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Democrats in Congress are struggling to keep up a unified front. As the minority party, Democrats have spent the past six months standing by, mostly powerless, as President Donald Trump has made haphazard progress...

#weakandwobbly: how Twitter revealed the mood that led to a hung parliament

Jun 23, 2017 17:55 pm UTC| Technology Politics

The political events of recent few weeks in the UK have thrown up all sorts of interesting questions. Was Theresa May doomed as soon as she called an election? What drove the young people who voted Labour? How can we make...

Still too many holes in Theresa May's promise to EU citizens

Jun 23, 2017 17:46 pm UTC| Insights & Views Law Politics

A full year after the EU referendum, the British prime minister has finally issued a statement on the status of the 3m European citizens living in the UK. These people have spent the year lobbying governments, parliaments...

What happens when the federal government eliminates health coverage? Lessons from the past

Jun 23, 2017 17:39 pm UTC| Insights & Views Politics Law

After much secrecy and no public deliberation, Senate Republicans finalized release their draft repeal and replace bill for the Affordable Care Act on June 22. Unquestionably, the released draft will not be the final...

US under Trump Series

US under Trump Series: Trump pours on cold water on 'Comey tapes' speculation

Jun 23, 2017 07:52 am UTC| Commentary Politics

With a series of tweets, President Donald Trump poured cold water over the hot speculations that has been brewing for months that there are tapes of conversations between him and the former FBI director James Comey. After...

Why Lesotho's in such a mess and what can be done about it

Jun 21, 2017 16:40 pm UTC| Insights & Views Politics

In an interview following his recent return as Prime Minister of Lesotho, Tom Thabane has blamed the army for the countrys chronic political instability. Stating that his previous administration (after an election in 2012)...

Why there are costs to moral outrage

Jun 21, 2017 16:38 pm UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Many Americans are morally outraged that U.S. President Donald Trump fired former FBI Director James Comey, who had been investigating possible links between Trumps election campaign and the Russian government. Many others...

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Economy

Rupee Marginally Weaker Amid Dollar Demand and RBI Intervention

The Indian rupee edged lower on Friday, trading at 86.5850 against the U.S. dollar by 09:55 a.m. IST, compared to its previous close of 86.55. The slight dip was driven by heightened dollar demand due to the maturity of...

China's Economic Resurgence: Strong Growth Signals a Bright Future Ahead

The Chinese economy had fared even better than its forecast of 5.0% at the same quarter last year with the report of an annualized increase of 5.4% in the fourth quarter of 2024. The increase came in contrast with previous...

Bull Market Optimism Persists Amid Historical Trends and Economic Growth

As the bull market enters its third year, the Sevens Report remains optimistic despite concerns over stretched valuations and geopolitical risks. The report cites factors such as robust economic growth, pro-growth policies...

Wall Street Slips as Apple Drags Tech Amid Mixed Economic Data

The SP 500 dipped Thursday as banking sector strength was overshadowed by a tech slump led by Apple. At market close, the Dow fell 0.2%, the SP 500 dropped 0.2%, and the NASDAQ slid 0.9%. Apple shares tumbled 4% after...

UK Economy Sees Marginal Growth Amid Tax Hikes and Business Caution

The UK economy showed a modest rebound in November, with GDP increasing by 0.1% from October, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This marks the first monthly growth since August, falling short of...

Politics

Biden Commutes 2,500 Sentences in Historic Clemency Action

President Joe Biden, set to leave office next week, announced the commutation of sentences for nearly 2,500 individuals convicted of non-violent drug offenses. The action highlights his commitment to criminal justice...

India-U.S. Space and Defense Collaboration Opens New Opportunities for Indian Firms

Seven Indian private companies, including KaleidEO, EtherealX, and Aadyah Space, have been selected for a pioneering India-U.S. space and defense collaboration program, unlocking access to the worlds largest defense and...

Orban Urges EU to End Sanctions Against Russia Amid Political Shift

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has called on the European Union to lift its sanctions on Russia, coinciding with the upcoming U.S. administration under Donald Trump, which he believes signals a new era. Speaking on...

Trump's Inauguration Ushers in a Transformative Era for Cryptocurrency

President-elect Donald Trumps administration, featuring several pro-crypto appointees, is expected to influence U.S. policy on emerging technologies. The crypto industry, which has long faced regulatory challenges, hopes...

South Korean Authorities Seek to Prolong President Yoon's Detention Amid Crisis

South Koreas anti-corruption agency is seeking to extend President Yoon Suk Yeols detention as he faces allegations of insurrection tied to his brief imposition of martial law on December 3. Yoon, the first sitting...

Science

Double Moonshot: Japan’s ispace and Firefly Launch Lunar Missions

In a significant stride for lunar exploration, Japanese company ispace and U.S.-based Firefly Aerospace launched moon landers aboard a SpaceX rocket from Florida. This rare double mission highlights the growing competition...

Bill Gates’ Shocking New Malaria Solution Unveiled as Genetically Modified Mosquitoes Turn Into Flying Vaccinators

In a groundbreaking and controversial move, researchers funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation at Leiden University Medical Center have developed a revolutionary approach to combat malaria. The team has created...

Explosive CIA Whistleblower Claims Havana Syndrome Victims Face Cancer, Dementia, and Government Betrayal

A former CIA operative has come forward with alarming allegations, claiming that victims of the mysterious Havana Syndrome are now battling devastating health issues, including cancer, dementia, and Parkinsons disease. The...

FDA Approval of Opdivo Injection Sparks Hope for Cancer Patients with Revolutionary Treatment Update

In a significant advancement for cancer care, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved an injectable version of Bristol Myers Squibbs blockbuster cancer drug Opdivo. Branded as Opdivo Qvantig, the new...

Public Health Experts Warn of ‘Quad-Demic’ as Flu, COVID, RSV, and Norovirus Threaten Winter Surge

Public health experts are raising alarms over a potential quad-demic this winter, with flu, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and norovirus all expected to surge simultaneously. This unprecedented convergence of...

Technology

SpaceX Starship Breaks Apart After Launch, Disrupting Air Traffic

A SpaceX Starship rocket broke apart minutes after launching from Texas, disrupting airline flights over the Gulf of Mexico due to falling debris. The rocket, carrying its first test payload of mock satellites, lost...

TSMC Faces Challenges in Bringing Advanced Chipmaking to U.S.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) is encountering significant hurdles in its effort to bring advanced chip production to its new $65 billion Arizona facilities. CEO C.C. Wei highlighted that compliance issues,...

Nintendo Unveils Switch 2 Console, Launch Expected This Year

Nintendo has announced the release of the highly anticipated Switch 2 console, a successor to its popular hybrid home-portable gaming device. The Kyoto-based company revealed plans to provide more details, including...

SpaceX Starship Rocket Breaks Apart Mid-Flight, Disrupting Air Traffic

A SpaceX Starship rocket disintegrated minutes after launching from Texas on Thursday, disrupting Gulf of Mexico air traffic and dealing a setback to Elon Musks flagship space program. The upgraded Starship, carrying mock...

FBI Warns of Massive AT&T Breach Impacting Agents' Data

The FBI has raised concerns over a significant data breach of ATTs (NYSE:T) systems last year, potentially exposing months of agents call and text logs. The breach, disclosed by Bloomberg News, compromised FBI devices...