A federal appeals court has denied President Trump’s last-minute attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, allowing her to cast a vote at an upcoming two-day meeting. The decision upholds the work of a lower judge who blocked Mr. Trump from firing Cook earlier this month. Two out of three judges agreed that removing … Read more
Gemini has introduced a new image editing model called Nano Banana, which offers a better experience than other AI chatbots for making alterations to images. While it has limitations, including the potential to add unwanted blur and distortion, users can still achieve great results by following five basic tips. Gemini’s Nano Banana is a free … Read more
If you bought a house in the 1990s or early 2000s, your home’s value has likely increased significantly over the past two decades. According to Realtor.com, home prices have risen by an average of 90% since 2005. In reality, homeowners who’ve owned their properties for 10-30 years may now hold a valuable asset worth hundreds … Read more
A federal appeals court has rejected the Trump administration’s request to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook from her position before the central bank’s next meeting. A divided three-judge panel in Washington, D.C., upheld a lower court injunction that blocked Cook’s termination while she challenges the legality of Trump’s move. Source: https://www.wsj.com/economy/central-banking/appeals-court-rejects-trump-request-to-remove-fed-governor-lisa-cook-immediately-fc96f39b
OpenAI is launching a certification program and hiring marketplace that competes directly with Microsoft-owned LinkedIn, raising questions about trust, market relevance, and its role in the future of work. The AI leader’s new platform aims to certify professionals in AI systems design and match them with employers. However, this move also highlights OpenAI’s paradoxical role … Read more
Ice Cube recently spoke about his role in the pandemic-era reboot of War of the Worlds, which has finally been released five years after filming. He recalled that they shot the movie in just 15 days while social-distancing and without a director or actors present on set. The film features mostly computer screens to show … Read more
Republicans are calling for punishment against Representative Ilhan Omar after she criticized conservative commentator Charlie Kirk’s views. The incident has sparked a controversy, with some Republicans demanding action against the Minnesota Democrat. Omar had previously clashed with Kirk over his support for far-right ideologies. The situation is unfolding as Democrats and progressive groups defend Omar … Read more
US Vice President JD Vance has vowed to bring federal resources against left-wing “terrorist networks” and called on Americans to unite against political violence. In a recent podcast episode hosted by him, Vance criticized liberal groups and individuals who celebrate the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Vance emphasized that most of the lunatics in … Read more
Israel has started a long-planned ground operation in Gaza City, targeting the last stronghold of Hamas. The move aims to end the war through military force rather than diplomacy. Heavy bombardment began early Tuesday morning, affecting hundreds of thousands who have been sheltering there for nearly two years. The Prime Minister views capturing Gaza City … Read more
Two teenagers from Shanghai have been ordered to pay 2.2 million yuan (approximately $395,000) to a popular Chinese restaurant chain after they urinated into a hot pot at one of its outlets in February this year. The court found the teens’ parents responsible for their actions and required them to apologize to the company publicly … Read more