Bitcoin’s price took a sharp hit when US President Donald Trump hinted at reinstating aggressive tariffs on Chinese goods and the European Union, but rebounded as tensions eased. The market’s sensitivity to macro headlines has been highlighted by a growing correlation between Bitcoin and gold prices. The reaction to Trump’s statements was swift, causing a … Read more
A measles outbreak in Texas has prompted lawmakers to consider easing vaccine exemption procedures, despite warnings from health experts that this could lead to further outbreaks. The state’s largest measles outbreak in over two decades has sickened over 700 people, with dozens hospitalized and two children dying. The outbreak is attributed to low vaccination rates, … Read more
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Yaxel Lendeborg, a projected first-round NBA draft pick, has decided to withdraw his name from the 2025 NBA Draft and return to college at the University of Michigan. The decision was reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania, citing Lendeborg’s desire for continued development as a player and person. Lendeborg had been projected to be a late … Read more
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded its forecast for the UK economy, predicting it will grow 1.2% this year before gaining momentum next year. However, the organisation warns that trade tensions linked to US tariffs will reduce UK economic growth next year. The upgrade in forecasts is slight, up from an expected 1.1% announced … Read more
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The official start of summer has arrived, and with it comes a plethora of Memorial Day sales to snag before discounts disappear. Amazon’s deals hub is overflowing with incredible markdowns, including highly sought-after picks from top brands like Apple, Michael Kors, New Balance, and Summer Fridays. Shoppers can now save up to 80% on items … Read more
Salesforce Inc. is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire Informatica Inc. The proposed deal values Informatica at approximately $8 billion, including debt. According to a person familiar with the matter, Salesforce plans to pay around $25 per share for Informatica. If the acquisition comes to fruition, it could be announced as soon as Tuesday. Source: … Read more
Ukraine’s military intelligence agency (HUR) has documented more than 150 cases of Ukrainian soldiers being summarily executed after surrendering to Russian forces, according to a statement released on May 24. This figure is likely an underestimation, as it only includes cases recorded by HUR. The surge in executions has been ongoing since 2024 and is … Read more
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded its forecast for the UK economy, predicting a growth rate of 1.4% in 2026, compared to 1.2% this year. The upgrade comes after a boost in the first three months of the year, with consumer spending and business investment driving growth. However, the IMF warns that the Chancellor … Read more