China is set to impose tariffs on US crude oil, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and other imports starting February 10. The move comes after the US imposed tariffs on Chinese goods in January. Oil traders are expected to seek waivers for tankers that have already been booked for US oil shipments to China. However, new … Read more
A recent Starship test flight explosion above the Caribbean has left a small island nation, Turks and Caicos, to deal with the aftermath. The blast scattered debris over the region, forcing local flights to be delayed or diverted for safety. Residents are now clearing up the space junk that has turned up near homes, businesses, … Read more
At the National Prayer Breakfast, President Donald Trump delivered a speech on unity, just hours after unleashing a tirade against the federal bureaucracy, Democrats, and the media. The stark contrast between his fiery online posts and words of unity has left many perplexed. In National Statuary Hall, Mr. Trump urged lawmakers to put aside their … Read more
Virginia Halas McCaskey, the matriarch of the Chicago Bears and daughter of the league’s founder George Halas, has left an indelible mark on the National Football League. Born in 1923, McCaskey grew up witnessing her father’s struggles during the Great Depression and his determination to build a dynasty with the Monsters of the Midway. After … Read more
The Pro Football Hall of Fame has announced its latest class, with tight end Antonio Gates, cornerback Eric Allen, defensive end Jared Allen, and wide receiver Sterling Sharpe becoming the newest members. The group, comprising four individuals for the first time since 2005, will be inducted on August 2 in Canton, Ohio. The selection committee … Read more
OpenAI is planning to expand its data center operations in Texas and other states across the US, as part of a massive investment in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. The company’s joint venture with SoftBank Group Corp. and Oracle Corp. aims to deploy hundreds of billions of dollars in AI projects over the next few years. … Read more
Chicago Bears owner and matriarch Virginia Halas McCaskey has passed away at the age of 102, according to a team announcement. The longtime leader left an indelible mark on the football world, making her a beloved figure in Chicago. Her legacy will be remembered by fans and former players alike as she continues to impact … Read more
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in Antarctica that sheds new light on the origins of modern birds. A nearly complete 69 million-year-old fossil of Vegavis iaai, an ancient duck-like creature, has been found to be one of the oldest known modern bird species. The discovery, published in the journal Nature, suggests that modern birds … Read more
Amazon reported better-than-expected earnings and revenue for its fourth quarter, but disappointed investors with weak guidance for the current period. The stock plummeted over 5% in extended trading. The company’s earnings per share of $1.86 beat expectations of $1.49, while its revenue of $187.79 billion fell short of forecasts of $187.30 billion. Amazon’s cloud division … Read more
The Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday that it would conduct annual stress tests on major banks this year, with a focus on real estate market volatility. The tests will also include an exploratory component examining shocks in the non-bank sector and hypothetical losses from large hedge funds. In the 2025 scenarios, U.S. unemployment is expected … Read more