The United Nations has expressed alarm over a significant increase in reported executions of Ukrainian soldiers captured by Russian armed forces. A recent report found that 79 executions took place in 24 separate incidents since August 2024. The UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine documented the executions, which involved shooting prisoners of war on … Read more
King Soopers workers at 77 Front Range stores are set to walk out starting Thursday, embarking on a two-week strike over unfair labor practices. The strike will involve 10,000 employees and affects stores in six counties and several cities. The union, UFCW Local 7, claims the company’s latest offer was inadequate, only boosting pay for … Read more
Jaden Smith wore a house-shaped headpiece to the 2025 Grammy Awards, sparking laughter and confusion among attendees and social media users. The custom piece, designed by ABODI, was valued at around $4,600. Smith paired the headpiece with a Louis Vuitton suit and walked the red carpet ahead of the ceremony. The outfit drew mixed reactions, … Read more
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has reaffirmed the league’s commitment to diversity and inclusion efforts, despite concerns from some quarters that progress has stalled. Under his leadership, the NFL has made significant strides in hiring high-ranking officials of color, including women, both on and off the field. Goodell cited the Rooney Rule, a policy aimed at … Read more
US steelmakers are expected to benefit from President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada, but Wall Street warns that longer-term headwinds threaten the industry. The 25% tariff on Mexican imports and 10% levy on Chinese imports will make foreign steel more expensive in the US. US companies hope this will boost … Read more
A new study on the Greenland Ice Sheet has found that crevasses are expanding at an alarming rate due to climate change. The research suggests that these cracks, which can grow up to 300 feet wide and thousands of feet long, are widening faster than previously thought, accelerating ice loss and global sea level rise. … Read more
A rare earthquake swarm is intensifying near the Greek island of Santorini, with a series of powerful earthquakes occurring in the Aegean Sea. Scientists believe that the earthquakes are caused by faults and not volcanic activity, as the island sits on top of an exposed underwater volcano called the Santorini caldera. The largest earthquake so … Read more
Starbucks has announced plans to reduce its beverage and food menu by 30% this year, with a gradual rollout of new offerings starting in February. CEO Brian Niccol said the company aims to bring “fewer, better” beverages and foods to market. Despite the reduction, Starbucks is bringing back two fan-loved drinks perfect for Valentine’s Day: … Read more
The Indian rupee is expected to recover on Tuesday, thanks to the dollar’s decline after US President Donald Trump delayed tariffs on Canada and Mexico by a month. The 1-month non-deliverable forward indicates that the rupee will open at 86.96-86.98 to the US dollar, up from 87.1850 in the previous session. The move comes as … Read more
Apple has published an official support document detailing how to disable automatic startup when opening the lid or connecting a MacBook to power. This feature can be useful for those who want more control over their laptop’s behavior. To access this setting, you’ll need macOS Sequoia or later and the Terminal app. Follow these steps: … Read more