US President Donald Trump’s intention to repeal the CHIPS and Science Act has sparked uncertainty over the semiconductor subsidy program. Approximately 80% of staff at the CHIPS Program Office (CPO), which oversees subsidies for semiconductor manufacturing, have been dismissed or urged to resign. The CPO, created three years ago, was led by former SK hynix … Read more
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent argues that the American dream is not just about affordable products, but also about having good jobs and high wages. However, President Trump’s tariffs are expected to raise prices of various goods, including cars, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. Trump believes that Americans will start buying more domestic-made cars if they pay … Read more
Former NFL defensive back and current TV analyst Richard Sherman has shared a harrowing incident on social media – his home was robbed while his family was inside. The incident occurred on Saturday, just one day before Sherman’s 37th birthday. According to Sherman, the burglars broke into his Washington state home through his backyard fence … Read more
Crude oil prices rose on Monday following US President Donald Trump’s threats to impose 25% to 50% tariffs on Russia’s oil exports and other OPEC+ countries. Despite the increase, geopolitical tensions may take a backseat to economic concerns, as fears of recession could dampen oil demand. The West Texas Intermediate (WTI) and Brent futures jumped … Read more
Israeli troops killed 15 Palestinian medics and emergency responders, including eight Red Crescent workers, six Civil Defense members, and one UNRWA staffer. The medics were buried in a mass grave in southern Gaza after Israeli military bulldozers allegedly plowed over their bodies. The Palestinian Red Crescent says the slain workers were clearly marked as medical … Read more
The University of Connecticut Huskies are the lone non-No. 1 seed left in the Final Four and are now favored to win the NCAA women’s title. Despite being a No. 2 seed, UConn’s matchup against UCLA will be more exciting than surprising. UConn, who has won 11 national championships but not since 2016, is led … Read more
A US travel ban indefinitely postponed, with no new date set, amid a report that would serve as the basis for visa restrictions from countries deemed insufficient in vetting standards. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on his first day in office requesting recommendations on visa restrictions by March 21. The State Department said … Read more
Jagex has entered the survival crafting game genre with RuneScape: Dragonwilds, an open-world adventure set in the popular MMORPG universe. The new game is a departure from Jagex’s traditional massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs), offering a unique blend of survival mechanics and magical abilities. Players will embark on a solo or cooperative journey to … Read more
Kanye West has granted a recent interview to DJ Akademiks, sparking controversy over his claims about his family and music. In the interview, West wore black Ku Klux Klan robes for most of the conversation. West expressed regret over having children with Kim Kardashian, stating that he didn’t want to be in a relationship with … Read more
NBCUniversal, a leading media conglomerate, has implemented a cookie policy that affects how its websites and apps collect user data for online advertising purposes. The goal is to provide a better browsing experience while ensuring the company can maintain its operations. Here are key points to understand about NBCUniversal’s cookie policy: 1. **Purpose**: Cookies allow … Read more