Protesters clashed with police outside Argentina’s Congress building on Wednesday during a demonstration against President Javier Milei’s economic policies. The peaceful protest turned violent as protesters threw stones at authorities, who responded with water cannons, tear gas, and pellets. Pensioners in Buenos Aires have been holding weekly protests since the introduction of new pension reforms … Read more
A U.K. competition authority investigation into Apple and Google’s mobile browsers has concluded that the tech giants’ policies are limiting economic growth and innovation. The investigation found that Apple’s policies, which mandate the use of its WebKit browser engine for other browsers on iOS, limit their ability to differentiate versus Apple’s own Safari browser by … Read more
WWE’s Stephanie Vaquer emerged victorious at NXT Roadblock, defeating Giulia to retain the Women’s North American Championship and win the NXT Women’s Championship. The match marked a culmination of Vaquer’s rise to the top after teaming up with Giulia in previous matches. With Vaquer now holding both titles, her future championship prospects remain uncertain, leaving … Read more
The Bank of Canada is poised to lower its interest rates for a seventh consecutive meeting as trade tensions rise, threatening to push the economy into recession. Economists predict Governor Tiff Macklem’s team will set the policy rate at 2.75%, the lowest level since September 2022. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-11/bank-of-canada-to-cut-as-tariffs-strike-economy-decision-guide
A 4.4-magnitude earthquake struck Naples early Thursday, causing minor damage and sending 11 people to the hospital. The quake was centered just offshore from Pozzuoli, a seaside suburb bordering Naples. Residents were shaken awake by the temblor and sought safety in the streets. While some buildings suffered minor damage, including a church and a residential … Read more
Minnesota University fired men’s basketball coach Ben Johnson on Thursday, four years after hiring him despite repeated rebuilding efforts that failed to lead to an NCAA tournament appearance. The decision comes with two seasons remaining on Johnson’s contract, which includes a $2.92 million buyout. Athletic director Mark Coyle announced the move in a statement, stating … Read more
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the new US health secretary, is targeting ultraprocessed foods as a major contributor to chronic diseases in America. But what exactly are these foods, and do they pose a significant risk to our health? Ultraprocessed foods make up about 60% of the average American’s diet, with children and teenagers consuming an … Read more
A recent issue encountered by users on a technical support webpage has left many frustrated. Upon visiting the page, users are prompted to confirm they are human and not a bot. However, some have reported difficulties with this process. One common problem is that users are unable to find the confirmation option. In another case, … Read more
A sharp sell-off in the US stock market has raised concerns that a recession may be ahead. The Dow Jones Industrial Average plummeted nearly 900 points, while the S&P 500 fell 2.7% and the Nasdaq dropped 4%, its steepest fall in two-and-a-half years. The sell-off was fueled by comments from President Trump, who played down … Read more
The 2025 SXSW Film and TV Festival announced its award winners on Wednesday night, with Amy Wang’s “Slanted” taking home the top prize as this year’s narrative feature winner. The film is a satirical thriller that examines racial identity in a bold and skin-tingling new way. Director Amy Wang drew from her personal experience to … Read more