US stocks rose on Monday as traders reacted positively to President Donald Trump’s announcement of exemptions for tariffs on smartphones, computers, and electronics imported from China. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 312 points, or 0.78%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.79% and the Nasdaq Composite added 0.64%. The exemptions come after Trump imposed a … Read more
Chipolo has announced its new Bluetooth tracker, the Pop, which boasts improved features and compatibility. The tracker is available in six color options and offers a range of benefits over its predecessor. One key advantage is its ability to work with both Apple’s Find My and Google’s Find My Device networks, allowing users to choose … Read more
US President Donald Trump criticized the pace of nuclear talks with Iran, saying “they’re tapping us along.” The two countries are set to meet again on Saturday in Rome for a new round of pivotal negotiations. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed that the talks would take place in Rome, but did not acknowledge the … Read more
Diplomatic relations between France and Algeria have taken a severe turn after Algeria announced the expulsion of 12 French officials on Monday. The expulsions came as a response to the arrest of an Algerian consular official in France, who was accused of involvement in the kidnapping of an Algerian influencer. According to reports, three Algerians … Read more
Former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy, 24, died Saturday night in Houston after a car chase with police. According to authorities, Lacy had discharged a firearm during a verbal argument and fled in his vehicle, crashing and eventually leading to his death from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Lacy was facing criminal charges related to a … Read more
Ray Dalio, billionaire founder of Bridgewater Associates, has expressed concern that President Donald Trump’s tariff war is pushing the US economy close to a recession or even worse. In an interview with NBC’s “Meet the Press,” Dalio warned that tariffs can have a highly disruptive impact on the global economy. Dalio, known for his accurate … Read more
The US government’s decision to close its premier hepatitis testing laboratory has left experts warning that the country will be unable to measure the scale of the problem with these diseases. The lab, which was axed as part of a 18% reduction in force at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), was one … Read more
Alex Volkanovski successfully defended his featherweight title at UFC 314, defeating Diego Lopes by unanimous decision. The victory marks the latest chapter in “Old Man Volk”‘s reign, which now faces a more challenging landscape than ever before. The division has undergone significant changes since Volkanovski’s initial championship run from 2019 to 2023. Max Holloway and … Read more
Blue Origin’s all-female crew, led by pop star Katy Perry, has completed a 11-minute space trip that marked the first all-female spaceflight since 1963. The crew, which included journalist Lauren Sanchez and former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, reached an altitude of over 60 miles above Earth. Perry, who flew with her 4-year-old daughter Daisy’s … Read more
More Americans are receiving computed tomography (CT) scans than ever before, with over 30% more exams performed annually since 2007. Researchers warn that unwarranted tests may be exposing the population to unnecessary radiation, potentially leading to cancer risks. A new study predicts that low doses of ionizing radiation from CT scans could account for 5% … Read more