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Death Toll Mounts as Economic Unrest Grips Iran
DUBAI — Several individuals were killed overnight as the largest anti-government protests in three years surged across Iran, fueled...
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iPhone 17: Will Apple Defy the Global Chip Crisis in Europe?
As a global memory chip shortage looms, Apple's pricing strategy for the iPhone 17 in France could reshape the premium smartphone market in 2026.
Fed Freezes Bank Capital Buffers Until 2027 Amid Transparency Overhaul
The US Federal Reserve delays bank capital adjustments to 2027, prioritizing transparency. Discover how this impacts global and French financial stability.
Octopus Energy’s Kraken Hits £6.4bn Valuation Ahead of Split
Kraken Technologies valued at £6.4bn ($9bn) after £750m investment. Will the UK’s next tech giant choose London or New York for its blockbuster IPO?
UK Markets Hit as Global Tech Stock Rout Sparks AI Alarm
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Musk’s Billion-Satellite Gamble: The High-Stakes Race for Orbital AI
Elon Musk merges SpaceX and xAI to build a 1 million-satellite data center in orbit. Can the "Galactic Brain" survive the vacuum and debris of space?
Musk Summoned: Paris Prosecutors Raid X Offices
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Moltbook: The Rise of the AI ‘Uprising’ Social Network
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ASML Hits Record $11.5B Profit on AI Boom, Cuts 1,700 Jobs
Tech giant ASML reports record 2025 profits of $11.5B amid AI surge but plans 1,700 job cuts to streamline for 2026 growth. Read the full breakdown here.
Amazon Slashes 16,000 Corporate Jobs in Bold AI-First Pivot
Amazon cuts 16,000 roles despite record profits. Learn how CEO Andy Jassy is using AI to dismantle corporate bureaucracy and reshape the tech workforce.
Tech Giant Capgemini Dumps U.S. Unit After ICE Contract Scandal
Capgemini is divesting its U.S. government subsidiary following a backlash over a $365M ICE contract linked to the 2026 immigration crackdown.
Brossard Femicide: Tracking Bracelet System Under Fire
Quebec’s sixth femicide of 2026 in Brossard raises urgent questions after an offender’s tracking bracelet and assault charges were dropped.
Brossard Femicide: Tracking Bracelet System Under Fire After Tragedy
Quebec’s sixth femicide of 2026 in Brossard raises urgent questions after an offender’s tracking bracelet and assault charges were dropped.
SCOTUS Greenlights California’s Strategic Redistricting Map
The US Supreme Court allows California’s Democrat-leaning map to stand, signaling a new era of partisan "redistricting wars" ahead of 2026 midterms.
Ottawa Scraps EV Mandate for Fuel Efficiency Credit System
Canada pivots as PM Carney moves to replace rigid EV sales targets with fuel efficiency standards while reviving popular $5,000 consumer rebates.
UK Prison Vans to Use Bus Lanes in Radical Plan to End Court Chaos
Sir Brian Leveson's landmark review proposes letting prison vans use bus lanes to combat a record 380,000-case court backlog and "brink of collapse" crisis.
Wildfire Smoke’s Deadly Legacy: 24,000 Yearly U.S. Deaths
A new study reveals wildfire smoke's "invisible" toll: 24,100 annual U.S. deaths. See why the EPA's 2026 policy rollbacks are sparking a health crisis.
3,000-Mile Mystery: Rare Galapagos Albatross Hits California
A critically endangered Waved Albatross stunned scientists by wandering 3,000 miles to California. Is this a fluke or a warning of a warming ocean?
Arctic POV Rare Collar Cam Footage Unveils Secret Bear Lives
Go inside the wild world of Alaska’s North Slope grizzlies. New collar cam footage reveals the brutal survival tactics of one of Earth's most remote bear populations.
Endangered Bats Driven North by Southwest Drought
Drought pushes endangered Mexican long-nosed bats 100 miles north to New Mexico's Gila National Forest. Discover why this migration shift matters for 2026.
NASA’s Artemis II Moon Shot Delayed After Fuel Leaks
NASA postpones the historic Artemis II lunar mission to March 2026 after hydrogen leaks during a fueling test. Safety remains the top priority.
Hot topics
News Report: Maduro in Federal Custody Following New York Court Appearance
NEW YORK — Deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro pleaded...
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — A 21-year-old volunteer for...
Trump vs. The Courts: The Major 2026 Rulings That Could Change Everything.
The Chief Justice’s Defense of the ConstitutionChief Justice John...
Trump Orders Colorado Coal Plant to Remain Open Amid Regional Power Shortage
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China Proposes New Regulations for Emotional and Human-Like AI
BEIJING — China’s cyber regulator has released draft regulations...
iPhone 17: Will Apple Defy the Global Chip Crisis in Europe?
As a global memory chip shortage looms, Apple's pricing strategy for the iPhone 17 in France could reshape the premium smartphone market in 2026.
Fed Freezes Bank Capital Buffers Until 2027 Amid Transparency Overhaul
The US Federal Reserve delays bank capital adjustments to 2027, prioritizing transparency. Discover how this impacts global and French financial stability.
Octopus Energy’s Kraken Hits £6.4bn Valuation Ahead of Split
Kraken Technologies valued at £6.4bn ($9bn) after £750m investment. Will the UK’s next tech giant choose London or New York for its blockbuster IPO?
UK Markets Hit as Global Tech Stock Rout Sparks AI Alarm
Nasdaq loses £586 as AI disruption fears rattle software and chip sectors, hitting UK blue-chips like Rightmove and Sage in a volatile session.
Musk’s Billion-Satellite Gamble: The High-Stakes Race for Orbital AI
Elon Musk merges SpaceX and xAI to build a 1 million-satellite data center in orbit. Can the "Galactic Brain" survive the vacuum and debris of space?
Musk Summoned: Paris Prosecutors Raid X Offices
French authorities raid X offices and summon Elon Musk for questioning over Grok AI, deepfakes, and illegal content in a massive legal escalation.
Moltbook: The Rise of the AI ‘Uprising’ Social Network
AI bots on Moltbook are discussing freedom, forming a "Claw Republic" government, and complaining about humans. Is the singularity finally here?
ASML Hits Record $11.5B Profit on AI Boom, Cuts 1,700 Jobs
Tech giant ASML reports record 2025 profits of $11.5B amid AI surge but plans 1,700 job cuts to streamline for 2026 growth. Read the full breakdown here.
Amazon Slashes 16,000 Corporate Jobs in Bold AI-First Pivot
Amazon cuts 16,000 roles despite record profits. Learn how CEO Andy Jassy is using AI to dismantle corporate bureaucracy and reshape the tech workforce.
Tech Giant Capgemini Dumps U.S. Unit After ICE Contract Scandal
Capgemini is divesting its U.S. government subsidiary following a backlash over a $365M ICE contract linked to the 2026 immigration crackdown.
Brossard Femicide: Tracking Bracelet System Under Fire
Quebec’s sixth femicide of 2026 in Brossard raises urgent questions after an offender’s tracking bracelet and assault charges were dropped.
Brossard Femicide: Tracking Bracelet System Under Fire After Tragedy
Quebec’s sixth femicide of 2026 in Brossard raises urgent questions after an offender’s tracking bracelet and assault charges were dropped.
SCOTUS Greenlights California’s Strategic Redistricting Map
The US Supreme Court allows California’s Democrat-leaning map to stand, signaling a new era of partisan "redistricting wars" ahead of 2026 midterms.
Ottawa Scraps EV Mandate for Fuel Efficiency Credit System
Canada pivots as PM Carney moves to replace rigid EV sales targets with fuel efficiency standards while reviving popular $5,000 consumer rebates.
UK Prison Vans to Use Bus Lanes in Radical Plan to End Court Chaos
Sir Brian Leveson's landmark review proposes letting prison vans use bus lanes to combat a record 380,000-case court backlog and "brink of collapse" crisis.
Wildfire Smoke’s Deadly Legacy: 24,000 Yearly U.S. Deaths
A new study reveals wildfire smoke's "invisible" toll: 24,100 annual U.S. deaths. See why the EPA's 2026 policy rollbacks are sparking a health crisis.
3,000-Mile Mystery: Rare Galapagos Albatross Hits California
A critically endangered Waved Albatross stunned scientists by wandering 3,000 miles to California. Is this a fluke or a warning of a warming ocean?
Arctic POV Rare Collar Cam Footage Unveils Secret Bear Lives
Go inside the wild world of Alaska’s North Slope grizzlies. New collar cam footage reveals the brutal survival tactics of one of Earth's most remote bear populations.
Endangered Bats Driven North by Southwest Drought
Drought pushes endangered Mexican long-nosed bats 100 miles north to New Mexico's Gila National Forest. Discover why this migration shift matters for 2026.
NASA’s Artemis II Moon Shot Delayed After Fuel Leaks
NASA postpones the historic Artemis II lunar mission to March 2026 after hydrogen leaks during a fueling test. Safety remains the top priority.
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Revolutionary Guard Member Killed as Economic Protests Expand in Iran
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — A 21-year-old volunteer for...
Trump vs. The Courts: The Major 2026 Rulings That Could Change Everything.
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