Israel has released 90 Palestinian prisoners, including 69 women, as part of a ceasefire deal with Hamas. The prisoners were detained without charge for over 15 months of conflict in Gaza. Khalida Jarrar, leader of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, and Rula Hassanein, a journalist, are among those released. The first phase … Read more
The Los Angeles Dodgers’ signing of Japanese star pitcher Roki Sasaki has set off a debate about baseball’s competitive balance. With the team already boasting stars like Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts, some worry that this move will further concentrate talent in LA, leaving other teams struggling to compete. The Cubs, who have been welcoming … Read more
Samsung Unpacked 2025 promises to be an exciting event for tech enthusiasts, with the company set to launch its latest Galaxy S series smartphones and unveil new AI features. But what exactly can we expect? ZDNET’s recommendations are based on hours of testing, research, and comparison shopping. We gather data from top sources, including vendor … Read more
European Union ministers are urging their leaders to take action to boost the bloc’s competitiveness as they face growing pressure from the United States over tariffs and trade policies. The issue comes as the US-China tech race heats up, with both nations vying for dominance in emerging markets. EU officials stress that unity and economic … Read more
Ohio State Buckeyes won the first-ever 12-team playoff and claimed the national title, defeating Notre Dame 34-23. The Buckeyes were ahead for most of the game but faced a late push from the Fighting Irish. Notre Dame scored 16 straight points after Ohio State took a 31-7 lead with 12:46 to go in the third … Read more
OnePlus has officially launched its first foldable device in October 2023. Although it was well-received by consumers and critics alike, the company is now gearing up to release a sequel. Recent images of Oppo’s Find N5 foldable have hinted that this device will be rebranded as the OnePlus Open 2 for the US market. The … Read more
NBA players may be known for their hype tunnels, but a new championship takes that concept to the next level – literally. The Microsoft Excel World Championship, held in Las Vegas, brought together 12 contestants competing in a 40-minute puzzle-solving competition. The event, which was live-streamed on ESPN3, drew around 400 attendees who watched as … Read more
The MusiCares Persons of the Year benefit gala will proceed with its tribute to the Grateful Dead on January 31, despite a tumultuous year in the music world. The event is expected to feature an impressive lineup of performers, including Dead & Company, John Mayer, Mick Fleetwood, and Norah Jones. The tribute comes at a … Read more
US President Donald Trump has made a series of market-moving comments since taking office, causing significant fluctuations in currency values and stock markets worldwide. The US dollar has experienced a sharp swing in value, while the yuan and Chinese stocks have seen relief rallies. Meanwhile, the Mexican peso and Canadian dollar have seen substantial swings … Read more
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