China’s factory activity expanded at its fastest pace in three months to 50.8 in February, according to a private-sector survey. The seasonally adjusted Caixin/S&P Global manufacturing purchasing managers’ index beat expectations and accelerated from January’s 50.1. The growth was driven by millions of migrant workers returning to work after the Lunar New Year holiday. The … Read more
US automaker Honda is shifting its production plans for the new Civic from Mexico to Indiana in an effort to avoid tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. The company had initially planned to manufacture the next-generation Civic in Guanajuato, Mexico, starting in November 2027. However, with the imposition of a 25% tariff on vehicle imports … Read more
Eurozone inflation eased to 2.4% in February, according to Eurostat data released on Monday. This is lower than January’s reading of 2.5%, but higher than expected by economists polled by Reuters. Core inflation, which excludes energy, food, alcohol, and tobacco costs, came in at 2.6%. This is slightly above the previous month’s print of 2.7%. … Read more
China’s annual major political event, the National People’s Congress, gets underway this week, bringing together top leaders and thousands of provincial leaders to endorse decisions made by the Chinese Communist Party. The five-day meeting is a significant event for the country, as it provides insight into the government’s priorities and goals. The National People’s Congress … Read more
Conan O’Brien scored big laughs as the host of the Oscars 2025 ceremony, delivering several memorable monologue jokes and surviving a musical number that begged to be cut. Among the highlights were his jabs at best actress contender Karla Sofia Gascón over her resurfaced tweets, a parody of “The Substance” body horror film, and his … Read more
Florida State and Clemson will vote on a settlement agreement with the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) on Tuesday that could settle four ongoing lawsuits between the schools, conference officials, and rival leagues like the SEC and Big Ten. The agreement includes a new revenue-distribution model based on viewership ratings, replacing the current system. The model, … Read more
The acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Russ Vought, and his team are trying to cover up their plan to shut down the agency by gaslighting employees and courts. Recently issued declarations show that Vought had a clear plan to break up the CFPB, reducing it to just five people in a … Read more
Smartphone manufacturers are pushing the boundaries of design with thinner devices, but is it a trend that will stick? With foldables taking center stage, the focus has shifted to reducing thickness while maintaining functionality. Foldable smartphones have made significant strides in recent years, with Oppo’s Find N5 setting a new record for ultra-thinness at 8.93mm. … Read more
A downed power line south of Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport caused significant disruptions on Monday morning, leaving over 100 flights delayed and dozens canceled. The electrical team worked quickly to restore power, which was out around 8 am, affecting some areas but not others. Baltimore Gas and Electric Company confirmed the outage began at … Read more
The 97th Academy Awards ceremony saw stars pulling out all the stops in their attire, with some turning heads in brilliant colors and others shining in metallic finery. From saturated reds to pastel yellows, these 21 ensembles are unforgettable looks that won’t soon be forgotten. At the Oscars, Emma Stone’s pale Louis Vuitton dress covered … Read more