China launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft on Sunday, sending three astronauts to the Tiangong space station, including one who will remain in orbit for about a year. The mission lifted off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center and is part of China’s broader push toward a planned crewed lunar landing by 2030. The crew includes commander Zhu Yangzhu and astronauts Zhang Zhiyuan and Lai Ka-ying, … Continue reading China launches Shenzhou 23 spacecraft
Individuals affected by a November 2024 Krispy Kreme data breach may be eligible for payments of up to $3,500 as part of a $1.62 million settlement. The breach allegedly exposed sensitive personal information, including Social Security numbers, financial data, and birth dates, though Krispy Kreme denies wrongdoing. Eligible U.S. residents who received notice can claim a $75 payment without documentation or higher compensation if they … Continue reading Some eligible for up to $3,500 in Krispy Kreme data breach settlement
Guzman y Gomez, an Australian fast-casual Mexican chain once aiming to expand widely in the U.S., has permanently closed all eight of its American restaurants in the Chicago area after six years of operations. The company said the decision followed weak sales performance and a reassessment that further expansion would require more time and investment than expected. Despite earlier ambitions to open hundreds of U.S. … Continue reading Chipotle rival Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen closes all US restaurants
Oil prices fell sharply as markets reacted to cautious optimism over a possible deal to end the US-Israel war with Iran. Brent crude dropped about 5 percent, though prices remain higher than before the conflict began due to ongoing disruptions in global supply. President Donald Trump said negotiations with Tehran were progressing but urged caution, emphasizing that any agreement must be carefully finalized. He previously … Continue reading Oil prices fall amid mixed signals on US-Iran peace deal
Rep. Ro Khanna said Democrats have struggled to connect with working-class voters because they have too often nominated “status quo” candidates who avoid challenging economic inequality. Speaking on “Meet the Press,” he responded to a DNC autopsy report on the party’s 2024 election loss, agreeing that Democrats need a stronger economic message focused on affordability and fairness. Khanna argued that the party should better address … Continue reading Khanna torches Democrats for running ‘status quo’ candidates
President Donald Trump reiterated his strong support for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in a Sunday post, calling him a “MAGA Warrior” and urging Texas voters to back him in the Republican Senate runoff. Trump contrasted Paxton with his opponent, Senator John Cornyn, criticizing Cornyn’s record and praising Paxton’s loyalty and conservative positions. The endorsement came as the Texas GOP Senate race heads toward a … Continue reading Trump pitches Paxton to Texas voters: ‘He will never let you down’
Outgoing Rep. Thomas Massie criticized President Donald Trump and fellow Republicans during an appearance on “Meet the Press” shortly after losing his Kentucky primary to a Trump-backed challenger. Massie said he believes his defeat was driven in part by his push to release government files related to Jeffrey Epstein through bipartisan legislation. He argued that his cooperation with Democrats on the issue represented meaningful transparency, … Continue reading Thomas Massie bashes Republicans, Trump’s ballroom after primary loss
President Donald Trump’s emerging Iran deal is facing strong pushback from several Republican lawmakers and former officials who argue it could leave Iran stronger and undermine recent U.S. military gains. Senators including Ted Cruz, Lindsey Graham, and Roger Wicker warned that easing pressure on Tehran or allowing continued nuclear activity would be a major strategic mistake. Trump defended the negotiations, saying the deal is not … Continue reading Trump’s emerging plan to end Iran war draws criticism from hard-line Republicans
Secretary of State Marco Rubio dismissed Republican criticism of a potential Iran deal as “absurd,” saying the U.S. prefers diplomacy but will not accept an agreement that strengthens Iran’s nuclear capabilities. His comments came after President Donald Trump said a deal with Iran was “largely negotiated,” including reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Several Republican lawmakers, including Senators Lindsey Graham and Ted Cruz, voiced concern that … Continue reading Rubio calls GOP criticisms of Iran-Trump emerging deal ‘absurd’
Five Chicago police officers were injured early Sunday when they were struck by a car while dispersing a large crowd on the city’s west side. Police said the vehicle was driving the wrong way, mounted a curb, and hit the officers before crashing into a patrol car, a utility pole, and a fence. An 18-year-old driver was arrested at the scene, and authorities said a … Continue reading 5 Chicago officers struck by car while dispersing a crowd
Two teenagers fell from the top of a moving subway train while allegedly subway surfing on the Williamsburg Bridge in New York City, leaving one dead and the other critically injured. Police said the 14-year-old boy died after falling to street level, while an 18-year-old man landed on elevated tracks and remains hospitalized in critical condition. The incident occurred after a 911 call reported people … Continue reading Teens fall while suspected of ‘subway surfing’ on NYC bridge, 1 dead
At least 19 people were injured in a stampede early Sunday at the Black Pearl Cultural Heritage and Bike Festival in Atlantic Beach, South Carolina. Officials said the panic began when one person started running, triggering a brief chain reaction in a crowded stage area. Emergency crews responded quickly, and three people were taken to the hospital while others sought treatment on their own, with … Continue reading At least 19 injured in South Carolina stampede at annual motorcycle rally
Officials in Southern California say a possible crack in a 7,000-gallon toxic chemical tank at a GKN Aerospace facility may be relieving internal pressure and reducing the risk of a catastrophic vapor explosion. The tank contains methyl methacrylate, a hazardous chemical, and concerns initially triggered evacuation orders for about 50,000 residents across Orange County. Fire officials said they are still confirming whether the crack eliminates … Continue reading California toxic chemical tank could be easing pressure as officials race to prevent explosion
A gunman opened fire at a White House security checkpoint on Saturday evening before being shot and killed in an exchange with Secret Service agents. The suspect, identified in U.S. media as 21-year-old Nasire Best, was known to authorities and had a documented history of mental health issues. The shooting began near Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., causing panic as bystanders and reporters took cover … Continue reading Suspect killed after opening fire on Secret Service near White House
Attacks on Ebola treatment facilities in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo are increasing as health officials warn the outbreak could worsen in both the DRC and Uganda. Several health centers and medical tents have been stormed or set on fire by angry residents, often sparked by disputes over the handling of bodies under strict burial protocols. Aid groups say the violence is driven by … Continue reading Attacks on Ebola centres intensify in eastern DRC amid outbreak fears
Turkish police stormed the headquarters of the main opposition CHP party on Sunday, using tear gas and rubber bullets against supporters gathered outside during a tense standoff. The raid followed a court decision that nullified the election of party leader Özgür Özel and sought to reinstate former leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu. The CHP has rejected the ruling as politically motivated, saying it is part of a … Continue reading Turkish police storm offices of main opposition party, firing tear gas and rubber bullets
A suicide bomber detonated an explosives-laden vehicle near a railway track in Quetta, Pakistan, as a passenger train passed, killing at least 23 people and injuring more than 70. The blast overturned and set fire to two train cars and caused heavy damage to nearby buildings and vehicles in the area. Authorities said many of the wounded were in critical condition, and hospitals in Quetta … Continue reading Suicide bombing near a railway track in southwest Pakistan kills at least 23 people
A nine-story building under construction collapsed early Sunday in Angeles City north of Manila after a severe thunderstorm, leaving at least 21 people missing. Rescue teams reported hearing voices from beneath the rubble as they searched for survivors, while 24 workers were rescued or escaped safely. More than 100 responders, including police and firefighters, used their hands and sniffer dogs to navigate the unstable debris … Continue reading 9-story building under construction in the Philippines collapses; 21 missing
Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv early Sunday, causing fires, widespread damage, and hours of explosions across the city. Ukrainian officials said at least two people were killed and 77 injured, with damage reported in every district and several cultural sites affected, including the destruction of the Chernobyl museum. Ukraine’s air force said Russia used 600 drones and 90 missiles, including … Continue reading Russia pounds Kyiv in powerful drone and missile attack
A 39-year-old spearfisher was killed in a shark attack on Sunday at Kennedy Shoal on the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, Australia. The man, from Cairns, was diving with friends when he suffered a fatal head injury during the attack. He was transported by boat to Hull Heads, where paramedics confirmed his injuries were unsurvivable. Witnesses had reported bull sharks in the area before the … Continue reading Spearfisher mauled in Australia’s second fatal shark attack in a week
Prisoners at Barinas prison in western Venezuela protested from the prison roof on Sunday, burning mattresses and demanding the removal of the prison director. Inmates accused guards and prison staff of opening fire on unarmed prisoners during what they described as a peaceful protest, leaving several wounded. Videos shared by a local prison rights NGO showed injured prisoners and included claims of poor treatment, including … Continue reading Venezuelan inmates take to prison roof to protest shootings, abuse
NASA’s Psyche spacecraft, launched in 2023 and headed to a distant metallic asteroid, completed a close flyby of Mars to adjust its trajectory and gain speed. The spacecraft used Mars’ gravity as a slingshot, boosting its velocity and helping it stay on course for its 2029 arrival at Asteroid 16 Psyche. During the pass, it came within about 2,864 miles of the planet’s surface while … Continue reading Asteroid mission captures rarely seen perspective of Mars during close flyby
China’s robotics companies are accelerating development of humanoid robots designed for complex household tasks rather than just factory work. GigaAI has unveiled its SeeLight S1, a general-purpose home robot capable of cooking, cleaning, and performing everyday chores using embodied AI to autonomously plan tasks. The company plans to begin free household trials in Wuhan by 2027 and aims to reduce the robot’s price to under 100,000 … Continue reading Commercial humanoid robots in China may soon do laundry, make beds, care for elders
Stellantis announced a major five-year strategy involving €60 billion in investments aimed at boosting growth, efficiency, and profitability by 2030. The plan includes €36 billion for its vehicle brands, with most spending focused on North America, and €24 billion for platforms and new technologies. The company expects to launch over 60 new models, refresh 50 existing ones, and expand across electric, hybrid, and traditional vehicles. … Continue reading Stellantis unveils $70 billion turnaround plan
The U.S. government is expanding its investment in quantum computing with over $2 billion in planned CHIPS-related incentives for major tech companies. The Department of Commerce has signed letters of intent with nine firms, including IBM, D-Wave, Rigetti Computing, and others, to support development of quantum hardware and domestic manufacturing capacity. The funding includes major allocations such as $1 billion for IBM’s quantum foundry and hundreds of millions … Continue reading U.S. Puts $2 Billion Behind Quantum Firms as Bitcoin Security Debate Grows
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