US retailers Target and Best Buy are warning consumers that tariffs imposed by the US government could raise prices in their stores as soon as this week. The CEOs of both companies, Brian Cornell and Corie Barry, have expressed concerns that higher tariffs on imports from Mexico and China will lead to increased costs for … Read more
The Golden State Warriors landed a crucial victory over the New York Knicks, 114-102, on Tuesday night. Despite being without Karl-Anthony Towns, the Knicks still posed a significant challenge. However, the Warriors eventually found their rhythm and outworked, out-hustled, and out-executed their opponents to secure the win. The game was tied at halftime, but the … Read more
A UNICEF report has revealed that more than 200 children, including boys as young as one year old, have been raped in Sudan since the beginning of 2024. The agency recorded at least 221 cases of child rape, with 66% of survivors being girls and the rest boys. Children as young as five years old … Read more
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Tropical Cyclone Alfred is expected to hit the southeastern coast of Australia, bringing strong winds and potential flooding to millions of residents. The storm’s equivalent strength is that of a category 1 Atlantic hurricane, making it rare for the region. The last cyclone to affect an area similar in strength was Cyclone Zoe in 1974, … Read more
Inflation traders are preparing for a potential short-term shock in price gains as the US consumer-price index is expected to post seven consecutive months with annual headline readings near or above 3%. According to Gang Hu, a trader at New York hedge fund WinShore Capital Partners, the inflation market has already factored in tariffs and … Read more
The TV procedural world has been left reeling after CBS canceled two fan-favorite shows, “FBI: International” and “FBI: Most Wanted”, in a surprise move. The news, which was confirmed on Tuesday, comes after negotiations with production company Universal Television. The cancellation of the spin-offs follows the development of an upcoming CIA spin-off, leaving fans stunned … Read more
The 97th Academy Awards have attracted 19.69 million viewers across ABC and Hulu, marking a significant increase from last year’s numbers. This boost comes mainly from streaming platforms, particularly Hulu, which offered the Oscars for the first time this year. While the growth is notable, it’s not as substantial as expected, with only a small … Read more
President Donald Trump’s plan to include three small and relatively risky tokens in an eagerly awaited US strategic crypto reserve has sparked a backlash among bitcoin bulls. The move, announced on his social media platform Truth Social over the weekend, adds a layer of complexity to what was initially seen as a long-awaited move towards … Read more
US President Donald Trump has urged lawmakers to repeal the CHIPS Act, a landmark 2022 law providing $52.7 billion in subsidies for semiconductor chip manufacturing and production. Trump claims that the subsidies do not yield tangible results and instead allow foreign companies to take US funds without spending them. The CHIPS Act was signed by … Read more