Meta is laying off thousands of employees as it prioritizes investments in artificial intelligence and aims to become leaner. The company, which has been expanding rapidly since the pandemic, will eliminate about 5% of its workforce, roughly equivalent to 4,000 jobs. CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced a “year of efficiency” in 2023, aiming to reduce costs … Read more
Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has unveiled a plan for a transitional government, civilian prime minister, and national dialogue with civil society, aiming to end the two-year civil war that has displaced millions and killed tens of thousands. The move comes amid ongoing clashes between the army and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). A key … Read more
A small business in Webster Springs, West Virginia, has made it to the big stage after being featured in a Google Super Bowl commercial. Custard Stand Chili, owned by Angie and Dee Cowger, was showcased in an ad highlighting local businesses across all 50 states. The family-owned business started as a small venture in Webster … Read more
Google’s latest Super Bowl commercial, “Dream Job,” has taken social media by storm with its heartwarming and relatable portrayal of a father’s journey. The 30-second ad showcases the company’s AI-powered chatbot, Gemini Live, which provides helpful assistance in job search and everyday life. The commercial centers around a father who uses his Google Pixel 9 … Read more
A British activist fund has taken a significant stake in struggling oil major BP, seeking to boost shares through transformative measures and capitalize on what it sees as undervaluation. The investor is pushing the company to consider radical changes to reverse years of underperformance. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-08/activist-elliott-said-to-build-stake-in-struggling-oil-major-bp
The highly anticipated matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl 2025 is set to kick off at approximately 6:30 p.m. ET on Fox, with pre-game coverage starting at 1 p.m. ET. The game’s duration will largely depend on the team’s performance but is expected to last around 3-4 hours, concluding … Read more
Lebanon’s new government was formed on Saturday, with US intervention playing a key role in the process. Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced the 24-member cabinet, which prioritizes financial reforms and reconstruction efforts. Salam said the new government would focus on implementing a UN resolution aimed at stability along the Lebanese-Israel border. The announcement comes after … Read more
Israeli police have raided a long-established Palestinian-owned bookstore in east Jerusalem, detaining the owners and confiscating hundreds of books about the conflict. The police claimed the books incite violence. The Educational Bookshop, established over 40 years ago, is a hub of intellectual life in east Jerusalem. However, on Sunday, police detained the owners, Ahmed and … Read more
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun has announced the formation of a new government after more than two years of an interim cabinet amid ongoing political wrangling and economic collapse. The new 24-member cabinet, led by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, is charged with drafting a policy statement outlining its approach and priorities. Salam promised to reform Lebanon’s … Read more
Palantir shares hit a record high last week after reporting a strong 2025 outlook and integrating Grok with its AI platform. Analysts have raised their price targets on the stock, fueling the recent price rise. The company’s upbeat results have led to significant gains, with its stock soaring nearly 50% higher since the start of … Read more