Trump picks loyalist Kash Patel to head FBI
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Republican President-elect Donald Trump revealed his Trump FBI pick, naming Kash Patel as the new head of the agency on Saturday. This decision highlights Trump’s intention to remove Christopher Wray from his position as the current FBI director. #TrumpFBIPick Kash Patel, a loyalist to Trump, previously served as an adviser to both the […]
Butterball Turkey Recall: What’s True, What’s Not, and What You Need to Know
If you’ve been scrolling through social media or catching up on holiday news, you’ve likely heard about the so-called “Butterball turkey recall.” With Thanksgiving around the corner, this headline has stirred up quite a bit of panic. Is your holiday turkey safe? Let’s uncover the truth behind the rumors and find out why Butterball is […]
Tears flow as fans salute retiring Nadal after Davis Cup defeat
Rafael Nadal was unable to achieve the fairytale ending his career deserved. The 22-time Grand Slam champion from Spain ended his career with a defeat in the Davis Cup, on an emotional and tearful night in Malaga. The Nadal retirement tribute continued to flow as fans honored his achievements on and off the court. #NadalRetirementTribute […]
Nvidia’s Options Primed for $300-Billion Price Swing After Earnings
NEW YORK (Reuters) – Options traders are anticipating a nearly $300 billion swing in Nvidia’s market value after the chipmaker reports its quarterly results on Wednesday. U.S. options market data indicates Nvidia options imply an 8.5% swing in either direction after the earnings report, which will be released after the market close. This expectation aligns […]
Gladiator II Dominates Box Office as Cinemas Prepare for a Booming Summer Season
After 24 years of waiting, Ridley Scott’s sequel, Gladiator II, arrived in Australian cinemas last Wednesday. This marked the start of a promising summer season for cinema. In Australia, Gladiator II box office performance generated significant attention. #GladiatorIIBoxOffice The film stormed the global box office, earning $87 million across 63 markets. It became Ridley Scott’s […]
Xiaomi raises EV deliveries goal again on surging demand
SHANGHAI/BEIJING (Reuters) -Xiaomi Corp announced on Monday that it aims to deliver 130,000 electric vehicles this year. This marks the automaker’s third increase in its forecast, as it reported a 30.5% surge in third-quarter revenue. Xiaomi EV deliveries are projected to keep climbing as demand remains robust. #XiaomiEVDeliveries CEO Lei Jun shared on social media […]
Biden allows Ukraine to use US arms to strike inside Russia
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The Biden administration has approved Ukraine’s use of U.S.-made weapons to strike deep inside Russia, a significant policy shift. This move marks a major change in Washington’s approach to the Ukraine-Russia conflict. U.S. officials say Ukraine plans to carry out long-range attacks soon, though operational security concerns limit further details on Biden Ukraine […]
Shrouded in smog, Delhi pollution reading is the highest this year
NEW DELHI (Reuters) – A thick layer of toxic smog covered much of northern India on Monday. The Delhi pollution reading reached its highest this year after dense overnight fog. #DelhiPollutionReading Each winter, cold air traps emissions, dust, and smoke from illegal farm fires, forming the smog. Visibility dropped to 100 meters in Delhi and […]
Tata seals deal with Pegatron for iPhone plant in India’s Tamil Nadu, sources say
NEW DELHI (Reuters) – India’s Tata Electronics has secured a deal to acquire a majority stake in Pegatron’s only iPhone plant in India. The new joint venture strengthens Tata’s position as an Apple supplier. Tata will control 60% of the plant and manage daily operations. Meanwhile, Pegatron will retain the remaining share and provide technical […]
Bangladesh Deaths From Dengue Cross 400 as Outbreak Worsens
DHAKA (Reuters) – Bangladesh is facing its worst dengue outbreak in years, with over 400 deaths reported. Rising temperatures and a prolonged monsoon season have led to a surge in infections, overwhelming hospitals, particularly in urban areas. According to the latest official data, at least 407 people have died in 2024, and 78,595 patients have […]