Massachusetts lawmakers from both sides of the aisle have expressed deep concerns over steep increases in energy costs, with scores of Bay State residents saying they are not pawns in a corporate game. A joint letter to state Department of Public Utilities Chairman James Van Nostrand calls for immediate action to reassess rate adjustments and … Read more
A deadly stampede at New Delhi’s railway station on Saturday night has highlighted the need for better crowd management for mega-events like the Maha Kumbh. The accident, which claimed at least 18 lives, was sparked by a combination of factors including crowded platforms and inadequate ticket sales. Indian Railways’ decision to sell more general tickets … Read more
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for the creation of an “armed forces of Europe” to counter Russia’s expansionist ambitions, sparking debate among European leaders. In a speech at the Munich Security Conference, Zelenskyy argued that three years of war with Russia have proven the need for a unified European military force. The US, under … Read more
Singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow has donated $1 million to National Public Radio (NPR) after selling her Tesla and expressing her disapproval of the company’s CEO, Elon Musk. In a video posted on Instagram, Crow explained that she had sold her Tesla and donated the money to NPR. She stated that she was “under threat” by President … Read more
Tesla shares plummeted 6% on Tuesday, marking the fifth straight day of declines, wiping out over $200 billion in market value. The slide follows Chinese rival BYD’s announcement to develop autonomous vehicle technology with DeepSeek and plan to offer its Autopilot-like system in most new cars. This has raised concerns that Elon Musk’s company is … Read more
Austria says a 23-year-old Syrian asylum seeker, suspected of carrying out a deadly stabbing rampage in the town of Villach, had sworn allegiance to Islamic State and was radicalised online. One person was killed and five injured on Saturday, with the suspect being charged with murder and attempted murder. Interior Minister Gerhard Karner said the … Read more
Restaurant sales are expected to improve in the second half of the year, despite a weak start to 2025. Executives from major chains like Chipotle, Wendy’s, and McDonald’s predict stronger results as the industry recovers from harsh winter weather conditions and consumer caution. While some restaurants reported improved sales in the fourth quarter, executives warned … Read more
No. 3 ranked Florida Gators (21-3, 8-3 SEC) are set to host South Carolina (10-14, 0-11 SEC) in a crucial matchup at the O’Connell Center in Gainesville on Saturday night. The game is scheduled to tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET. The Gators have won three straight games, including back-to-back road victories against No. 1 … Read more
US President Donald Trump has taken a strong stance against Hamas after three more Israeli hostages, including an American citizen, were released from Gaza. The release comes as the 42-day cease-fire pact is on the verge of collapse due to Hamas’ claims that Israel broke several terms of the agreement. Trump congratulated the released hostages … Read more
NBA stars Ja Morant and Giannis Antetokounmpo are making a splash in the world of dunk contests, inspired by Mac McClung’s impressive three-peat win. Morant expressed his interest on social media after watching McClung dominate the competition. He then reached out to fellow top dunkers Zach LaVine and Aaron Gordon, prompting LaVine and Gordon to … Read more