The number of Irish citizens deported from the United States has increased by over 50% in the first nine months of 2025 compared to the same period last year. According to figures released by the BBC, 99 Irish people were deported between January and September 2025, up from 60 deportations in the previous fiscal year. … Read more
New York City, often seen as the epitome of American power and diversity, is facing a critical moment in its history. The upcoming mayoral election could reshape the city’s identity and set it on a new path. With a volatile campaign season and escalating deportation campaigns, New Yorkers are grappling with questions about their place … Read more
China has relaxed its export restrictions on semiconductors made by Nexperia, a Chinese-owned Dutch company. The move comes after the company was affected by the US-China trade war, causing supply disruptions in car production worldwide. China’s Commerce Ministry said it will allow exports for “eligible cases” without specifying the criteria. However, they blamed the Dutch … Read more
The final stretch of New York City’s mayoral race has seen tensions rise as Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic front-runner, accuses Andrew Cuomo of amplifying anti-Islamic attacks against him. Mamdani has faced criticism for past comments on Israel and his association with a Twitch streamer who once said America “deserved” 9/11. Despite these challenges, Mamdani remains … Read more
A 58-year-old Irish-born grandmother has been detained by ICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement) over two minor misdemeanor convictions committed over a decade ago, despite holding lawful permanent residency since childhood. Donna Hughes-Brown was arrested at O’Hare International Airport while returning to her home in Missouri with her husband, a US Navy veteran. Her detention … Read more
In 1956, a group of academics at Dartmouth College, including John McCarthy, met to discuss making machines think like humans. This meeting sparked the creation of the field of artificial intelligence (AI). However, one key figure saw this development as a threat: artificial general intelligence, which would enable AI systems to match human cognition. This … Read more
Jay Goldberg, 54, is the lone dissenting voice on Wall Street when it comes to Nvidia Corp., a company that has seen its stock skyrocket in recent years. Despite being outnumbered by bulls, Goldberg remains steadfast in his bearish stance. What drives him to go against the grain? Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-10-25/-this-is-not-my-first-bubble-nvidia-s-bear-stands-his-ground
David Ellison, new owner of Paramount Pictures, has made a storm of dramatic moves amidst recent setbacks. He initially received a hero’s welcome after making mega-deals in August, including $7.7 billion for UFC streaming rights and $1.5 billion to re-up South Park. However, the departure of top hitmaker Taylor Sheridan to NBCUniversal sparked debate over … Read more
Jamaica is still reeling from the devastating effects of Hurricane Melissa, which made landfall on Tuesday as a rare Category 5 hurricane. The storm has caused widespread destruction, with at least 76% of buildings in one community severely damaged. Rescue efforts are ongoing, but challenges persist due to the scale of the disaster and limited … Read more
A dispute involving China’s Nexperia chipmaker could disrupt the global semiconductor supply for automakers, putting new car production at risk as early as next month. Major US carmakers such as GM and Stellantis are closely monitoring the situation. The Dutch government has taken control of Nexperia over concerns about technology transfer to its Chinese parent … Read more