Paraguay has expelled a Chinese envoy after he allegedly interfered in its domestic affairs and urged the country to break ties with Taiwan. Xu Wei, a senior Chinese diplomat, was declared persona non grata by the foreign ministry on Thursday. Xu’s expulsion comes amid Paraguay’s firm commitment to recognizing Taiwan as a sovereign state. The … Read more
The US economy is experiencing remarkable growth, driven by an impressive 2.1% annual productivity increase over the past five years. This trend outpaces peers such as the EU and Canada, where productivity has stagnated. The pandemic played a pivotal role in this productivity boom, prompting businesses to innovate under government stimulus and low interest rates. … Read more
The FBI and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have issued a warning to Americans to stop using texting services that do not feature end-to-end encryption. The warning comes after Chinese hackers attacked Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen Technologies, gaining access to customer communications made through unencrypted text messages or phone calls. The attack primarily affects … Read more
Bill Belichick, 72, is reportedly being eyed for the University of North Carolina’s head coaching job, according to a new report from Inside Carolina. This would mark Belichick’s first stint in college football, following nearly five decades in the NFL. The legendary coach parted ways with the New England Patriots after last season, which was … Read more
Penn State faces a daunting task against unbeaten No. 1 Oregon in the Big Ten Championship Game, but the Nittany Lions have several key strategies to take down the Ducks. First and foremost, controlling Oregon’s elite pass rush will be crucial. The Ducks’ defensive line has been hot, with senior defensive end Jordan Burch recording … Read more
A 57-year-old woman, Svetlana Dali, has been arrested at Kennedy International Airport for allegedly stowing away on a flight from New York to France. Despite not having a passport or boarding pass, she managed to blend in with crowds and board the plane during the busiest travel period. According to prosecutors, Dali exploited weaknesses in … Read more
Microsoft’s latest developer Q&A live stream took place on December 4th, 2024, with regulars Jorg Neumann (Head of Microsoft Flight Sim), Sebastian Wloch (Asobo CEO), Martial Bossard (Executive Producer, Asobo), and hosted by Jayne (Sr. Community Manager). The panellists discussed the launch of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and provided updates on how things will improve … Read more
US mortgage rates have fallen again, reaching their lowest level since late October. The average rate on a 30-year mortgage dropped to 6.69%, from 6.81% last week, according to Freddie Mac. This is the lowest rate since October 24, when it was at 6.54%. The drop in rates is attributed to the Federal Reserve’s actions … Read more
Miami’s Design District was abuzz with activity at Art Basel Miami, as dealers reported a noticeable shift in mood and uptick in sales compared to other subdued fairs. David Zwirner partner Greg Lulay noted a “distinctive upbeat energy” in the air, while Hauser & Wirth president Marc Payot described the atmosphere as “buoyant and fully … Read more
A mysterious flu-like disease has killed 143 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to authorities. The cases are centered in the country’s southwestern province of Kwango, where over 376 people have been infected since late October. Those who were infected experienced symptoms similar to the flu, including high fever and severe headaches. Women … Read more