Oil prices fell to their lowest level of the year after the OPEC cartel agreed to increase production, starting in April. The move could lead to more oil than global demand can handle, benefiting consumers but squeezing producers and governments reliant on oil exports. Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/03/business/energy-environment/oil-prices-opec-production.html
The US Social Security Administration (SSA) is set to cut its workforce by 7,000 employees, from 57,000 to 50,000 staff, as part of a massive reorganization aimed at reducing costs. Former agency commissioner Martin O’Malley has warned beneficiaries to prepare for potential delays in service and benefits due to the staffing cuts. O’Malley expressed concerns … Read more
Many websites now require users to complete a verification process in order to proceed with their interactions. However, some users are finding this requirement frustrating due to its reliance on JavaScript. In order to verify that users are human and not robots, websites are often forced to display a message requesting that they enable JavaScript … Read more
European leaders met in London to form a plan to help end the war in Ukraine, but potential peacekeepers face significant political and economic hurdles. Britain and France have promised to muster a “coalition of the willing” to secure a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia. However, it’s unclear how many countries will join, and … Read more
Mobile World Congress has kicked off in Barcelona, Spain, with several manufacturers showcasing their latest devices and technologies. Samsung displayed concept pieces for folding displays, while Lenovo announced its Yoga Solar PC, which runs on sunlight. TCL showcased its Nxtpaper technology, a colorful e-Ink-like experience. Several new phones were also revealed, including the Nothing Phone … Read more
A German Shepherd Named Zinna Was Not Found Dead in the Home, Contrary to Initial Reports The Santa Fe Police Department has made an error in their initial death report, misidentifying a dog named Bear as dead when in fact it was Zinna, another dog, that perished. The mistake was brought to light after news … Read more
Golden State Warriors defeated Charlotte Hornets 119-101 behind Stephen Curry’s 21 points and 10 assists. The game was marked by physical play, including a head injury to Gary Payton II, and technical fouls on both sides. Buddy Hield and Brandin Podziemski added significant contributions for the Warriors, while Miles Bridges led the Hornets with 35 … Read more
A faltering ceasefire in Gaza has led Arab leaders to propose a new plan for the enclave’s future, ensuring Palestinians remain there while sidelining Hamas and empowering a committee of technocrats to oversee reconstruction after a devastating war. The plan aims to address concerns about displacement, as President Donald Trump’s proposal was met with criticism … Read more
A Moon alert has been issued for those born under Aries, Taurus, and Gemini on this day. Here’s what to expect: **Aries**: Keep an eye out for opportunities that could impact financial transactions. With Mercury in your sign, you’ll be able to take advantage of them. **Taurus**: You may feel impulsive and impetuous today, leading … Read more
Google is introducing new features to its AI chatbot Gemini Live, allowing users to engage in real-time conversations with live video and screen sharing capabilities. The update, announced at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, enables users to share their surroundings or the website they’re on while chatting with the AI. The feature will initially … Read more