China has increased its tone following the US administration’s introduction of trade tariffs, warning that it will take necessary measures to protect its rights and interests. Chinese Ministry of Commerce Spokesperson He Yongqian stated that China would not provoke trade disputes and remained open to resolving problems through discussions. The move comes after the US … Read more
The Super Bowl has become less about the game itself and more about the commercials that air during it. In recent years, brands have started releasing their ads weeks in advance, taking away from the surprise and excitement of watching them live. Old-school football fans remember iconic ads like Coca-Cola’s “Mean Joe Green” and Budweiser’s … Read more
A two-week strike has begun at 77 metro-Denver King Soopers stores, affecting thousands of workers and impacting customers. The strike, which began on Thursday, is over unfair labor practices and the union claims the grocery chain has not addressed their concerns. UFCW Local 7 President Kim Cordova stated that the workers are using an unfair … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s recent threat to impose big tariffs on Canada and Mexico may still pose a significant risk to global trade. Despite a temporary reprieve, the US leader has shown his willingness to use tariffs as a bargaining chip in international negotiations. In February, Trump threatened to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian and … Read more
The Federal Reserve has cleared up confusion after Bloomberg retracted an earlier story claiming the central bank’s climate change initiative had been terminated. The misleading report had sparked concerns among investors and environmental groups, but a subsequent statement from the Fed confirmed that the program remains active. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-06/bloomberg-retracts-incorrect-story-on-fed-s-climate-program
Nintendo has made four patents public, offering a glimpse into the design and technology behind the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console. The most intriguing patent seems to confirm the long-rumored magnetic Joy-Con design, allowing players to use their controllers like computer mice. The original Switch used a rail system for its Joy-Con controllers, but when … Read more
A near-Earth asteroid called Bennu is predicted to collide with Earth in September 2182, posing a significant threat to the planet. According to computer simulations, the impact would cause a global “impact winter” scenario, characterized by reduced sunlight, cold temperatures, and decreased precipitation. The asteroid’s diameter is approximately 500 meters, and its impact would inject … Read more
Kirkland & Ellis and Latham & Watkins are advising buyout firm TPG on its acquisition of Altus Power for approximately $2.2 billion. The deal, set to be completed through an all-cash transaction, will make Altus Power a private company. Altus Power, a solar power provider based in Stamford, Connecticut, has guided by Latham’s corporate team … Read more
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has made a groundbreaking discovery, revealing a new galaxy class that could indicate the presence of early black holes. The telescope detected the galaxies in December 2022, just five months after its science operations began. The newly identified galaxies contain numerous small red objects, which are distinct from typical galaxies … Read more
Biological Dynamics (BD), a leading medtech company, is streamlining its operations by separating its diagnostic and biosciences businesses from the rest of the company. The move aims to position BD as a pure-play medtech leader, focusing on medical essentials, interventional devices, and pharmaceutical systems. The new “New BD” will retain its hardware for collecting blood … Read more