More Americans are leaving the US to retire abroad, driven by a desire for warm weather, affordable housing, and a relaxed lifestyle. The trend has grown significantly since 1974, with 17% of people over 55 now wanting to emigrate, according to new polling. Experts point to 2017 as the starting point for this shift, which … Read more
The viral post of “Army blonde” Jessica Foster has sparked debate over the use of artificial intelligence in creating fake online personas. Experts say that Foster’s account is likely an illusion, created by an image generator to grab attention and monetize interest. Foster’s account features a series of photos and videos showcasing her with high-profile … Read more
Gen Z pouting has become a sensation online, with many praising its sulky charm. But what’s behind this facial expression? For Rachel Sennott and other young stars, it’s not just about looking cute – it’s about conveying disaffection in a world that feels overwhelming. The Gen Z pout is a reaction to the detachment of … Read more
A three-week-old oil crisis has sent shockwaves through markets. Investors had hoped that the disruption would be short-term, but now expect a longer period of uncertainty. The market’s reaction to this event was swift and severe – stocks and bonds plummeted together. Even gold, often a safe-haven asset, is experiencing its worst week since 1983. … Read more
Investors expecting the stock market to bounce back after the Iran conflict may be disappointed. Several factors, including private-credit “cockroaches” and record valuations, could hold the U.S. market back. The S&P 500 is pricey in 18 out of 20 valuation metrics, according to Bank of America’s research note. Five are at or near record highs. … Read more
The United States is on a collision course with some of its closest allies due to President Trump’s decision to launch a military strike against Iran. Long-standing allies were not informed about the battle plans until hours before the attack, and they have since publicly criticized Trump for not providing enough military help. The president … Read more
Cursor, a leading AI coding startup, is launching Composer 2, an AI model designed to handle complex coding tasks on behalf of users. The new tool aims to keep pace with larger companies like Anthropic and OpenAI, which have also introduced more powerful AI models for software development. Founded in 2023, Cursor has gained popularity … Read more
Your device has detected a security verification process for this website. The website uses a security service to block malicious bots and ensure only genuine users can access its content. The verification process shows you a page that asks if you’re human. This is a common technique used by websites to prevent automated bots from … Read more
Alibaba, a Chinese tech giant, saw its profit drop by 67% in the latest fiscal quarter. The company’s food delivery arm took a hit from intense competition, causing a red down pointing triangle on profits. However, investors are paying close attention to Alibaba’s plans for artificial intelligence (AI) as it seeks new growth opportunities. Despite … Read more
Cursor has released Composer 2, its third-generation coding model that outperforms Anthropic’s Opus 4.6 on key benchmarks while being significantly cheaper. The new model costs as little as $0.5 per million input tokens and $2.5 per million output tokens, making it a more affordable option for developers. Compared to Opus 4.6, Composer 2 scores higher … Read more