Technology

The new robot that could make chores a thing of the past

X Square Robot has unveiled Quanta X2, a versatile robotic butler capable of cleaning, serving, and performing complex tasks, alongside Wall-OSS, an open-source AI model for adaptable, real-world robotics. Quanta X2 stands 5’8” tall, weighs 210 pounds, and features 62 degrees of freedom, a seven-degree-of-freedom arm, and dexterous hands for precise, lifelike movements. It can clean with modular tools, grip objects, and even express emotions … Continue reading The new robot that could make chores a thing of the past

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Business

10-year Treasury yield hits 2-week high despite Fed rate cut

U.S. Treasury yields rose Friday as investors assessed the economy and future monetary policy following the Federal Reserve’s first rate cut of the year. The 10-year yield climbed to 4.135% and the 2-year yield reached 3.578%, marking their highest levels since Sept. 5, while the 30-year yield rose to 4.747%. Despite lower short-term rates, longer-term yields increased amid expectations for stronger economic growth, inflation, and … Continue reading 10-year Treasury yield hits 2-week high despite Fed rate cut

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Business

FTC sues Ticketmaster, saying it forces fans to pay more for concerts and events

The Federal Trade Commission and a bipartisan group of state attorneys general sued Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation Thursday, alleging the companies use illegal tactics that force consumers to pay more for live events. The FTC claims Ticketmaster advertises lower ticket prices, imposes fake purchase limits, and works with brokers who use fake accounts to buy tickets and resell them at high markups, from … Continue reading FTC sues Ticketmaster, saying it forces fans to pay more for concerts and events

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Business

Stocks rise, Russell 2000 hits fresh record

Stocks rose Friday, with major indexes hitting new records, as investors anticipated a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. The Dow gained 98 points (0.2%), the S&P 500 rose 0.2%, the Nasdaq advanced 0.3%, and the Russell 2000 climbed 0.1% to a record high. Apple shares jumped 1.4% on its new iPhone launch, while Tesla rose 2%. Strong corporate earnings and the Fed’s quarter-point rate reduction, … Continue reading Stocks rise, Russell 2000 hits fresh record

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Politics

Trump slams Omar and Somalia after House censure fails

President Trump criticized Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) and Somalia on Thursday, following the House’s vote to table a resolution that would have formally reprimanded her. Trump called Omar “terrible” and suggested she should be impeached, while disparaging Somalia for political instability, poverty, corruption, and violence. The resolution, brought by Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) over a social media post by Omar, failed 214-213, with four Republicans … Continue reading Trump slams Omar and Somalia after House censure fails

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Politics

Senate confirms 48 Trump nominees at once after GOP changed the chamber’s rules

The Senate confirmed 48 of President Donald Trump’s nominees in a single vote under new rules designed to clear a backlog of executive branch appointments delayed by Democrats. The 51-47 vote marks the first use of rules allowing multiple lower-level, non-judicial nominees to be approved with a simple majority, bypassing prior Democratic stalling tactics. Confirmed nominees include Jonathan Morrison as administrator of the National Highway … Continue reading Senate confirms 48 Trump nominees at once after GOP changed the chamber’s rules

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Politics

Kamala Harris says Pete Buttigieg was top running mate pick, but risky move

In her forthcoming memoir 107 Days, former Vice President Kamala Harris reveals she considered Pete Buttigieg her top choice for running mate in her 2024 presidential campaign. However, she decided it was too risky to run with a gay man alongside her as a Black woman, fearing voter backlash. Harris ultimately selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for his executive experience and appeal to middle-class voters. She … Continue reading Kamala Harris says Pete Buttigieg was top running mate pick, but risky move

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Politics

Trump and Xi begin talks in a push to finalize a TikTok deal

President Donald Trump held a call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Friday to push for a deal allowing TikTok to continue operating in the U.S. The discussion, beginning around 8 a.m. Washington time, also touched on broader trade issues and could indicate whether the leaders might meet in person to finalize agreements. TikTok faces a U.S. ban unless its Chinese parent, ByteDance, sells its … Continue reading Trump and Xi begin talks in a push to finalize a TikTok deal

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Trump advises Keir Starmer to ‘call out the military’ to deal with U.K. immigration

During his state visit to the U.K., President Donald Trump advised Prime Minister Keir Starmer to use the military to control immigration, claiming unchecked migration “destroys countries from within.” Trump compared the U.K.’s situation to the U.S., alleging that millions of migrants entered under the Biden administration. The remarks came days after what London officials said were 150,000 protesters, and what protest leader Tommy Robinson … Continue reading Trump advises Keir Starmer to ‘call out the military’ to deal with U.K. immigration

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U.S. News

Missing elk hunters found dead by Colorado search and rescue teams

Two elk hunters, Andrew Porter, 25, of North Carolina, and Ian Stasko, 25, of Utah, who went missing on Friday in southwest Colorado, were found dead Thursday morning by search and rescue teams. Their bodies were discovered near the Rio de los Pinos trailhead after an extensive search involving multiple agencies, volunteers, and specialized teams. The men had last shared their location on Sept. 11 … Continue reading Missing elk hunters found dead by Colorado search and rescue teams

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U.S. News

Several New York officials arrested in protest at Manhattan ICE office

Several New York elected officials, including City Comptroller Brad Lander, were arrested Thursday during a protest at a Manhattan immigration office, according to DHS and local reports. Authorities said 71 people in total were arrested, among them two state senators and nine assembly members, after they demanded access to the building’s 10th-floor migrant holding facility to review conditions. DHS accused Lander of obstructing law enforcement … Continue reading Several New York officials arrested in protest at Manhattan ICE office

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U.S. News

Death of Black Mississippi student ruled a suicide after autopsy

Demartravion “Trey” Reed, a 21-year-old Black college student, was found hanging from a tree on Delta State University’s campus in Mississippi, and his death has been ruled a suicide after an autopsy. Police said the findings matched earlier investigations, which showed no evidence of foul play, though toxicology results are still pending. Civil rights advocates and Reed’s family, represented by attorney Ben Crump, have demanded … Continue reading Death of Black Mississippi student ruled a suicide after autopsy

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U.S. News

Man dies from blunt impact injuries after riding roller coaster in Florida

A man in his 30s died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe park, with an autopsy ruling the cause as blunt impact injuries. The death was deemed accidental, though officials have not released details about where the injuries occurred. The man was found unresponsive after the ride and later pronounced dead at a hospital. Universal has closed the … Continue reading Man dies from blunt impact injuries after riding roller coaster in Florida

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U.S. News

Officials find remains they believe are Travis Decker

Authorities in Washington state say human remains found in the mountains are believed to be those of Travis Decker, a former soldier wanted for the deaths of his three young daughters. Decker, 32, had been on the run since June 2, when his daughters — Paityn, 9, Evelyn, 8, and Olivia, 5 — were found dead at a campground near Leavenworth. An autopsy determined they … Continue reading Officials find remains they believe are Travis Decker

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World News

Israeli air strikes hit southern Lebanon

Israel launched a major wave of airstrikes in southern Lebanon, claiming to target Hezbollah infrastructure and weapons sites after issuing evacuation warnings in several villages. Footage showed heavy smoke in Mais al-Jabal, one of the affected areas, though casualties have not been reported. Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned the attacks as violations of the US- and France-brokered ceasefire and urged international pressure on Israel … Continue reading Israeli air strikes hit southern Lebanon

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World News

Taliban’s internet ban spreads across Afghanistan as more provinces are shut down

The Taliban has imposed a nationwide ban on fiber-optic internet in Afghanistan, cutting Wi-Fi access for homes, businesses, and government offices for the first time since taking power in 2021. Authorities say the move is part of a crackdown to “prevent immorality,” though mobile internet remains available. Provinces including Balkh, Baghlan, Badakhshan, Kunduz, Nangarhar, and Takhar have already confirmed shutdowns. Media groups condemned the ban, … Continue reading Taliban’s internet ban spreads across Afghanistan as more provinces are shut down

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Magnitude 7.8 earthquake strikes off Russia’s coast

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Thursday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake initially prompted tsunami advisories for Alaska’s Aleutian Islands, though they were later canceled. Russian officials issued warnings along the east coast of Kamchatka, urging residents to stay alert, but reported no damage. The U.S. National Weather Service confirmed there was no tsunami threat to Hawaii, while … Continue reading Magnitude 7.8 earthquake strikes off Russia’s coast

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U.K.’s MI6 spy chief says Putin has no interest in peace in Ukraine

Outgoing MI6 chief Sir Richard Moore said there is “absolutely no evidence” that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants peace in Ukraine, accusing him of “stringing us along.” Speaking in Istanbul, Moore argued that Putin underestimated Ukraine, has weakened Russia’s future, and is lying to his people and the world. He noted the war has strengthened Ukrainian identity, pushed Sweden and Finland into NATO, and accelerated … Continue reading U.K.’s MI6 spy chief says Putin has no interest in peace in Ukraine

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British couple freed by Taliban hug daughter in emotional reunion

An elderly British couple, Peter (80) and Barbie Reynolds (76), have been freed by the Taliban after nearly eight months in detention and reunited with their daughter in Qatar. The couple, who lived in Afghanistan for almost two decades running a training charity, were detained on 1 February and released through Qatari mediation. Their family, who had raised alarms over their deteriorating health in prison, … Continue reading British couple freed by Taliban hug daughter in emotional reunion

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Archaeology

Pharaoh’s 3,000-year-old gold bracelet vanishes from museum in Egypt

A 3,000-year-old gold bracelet belonging to Pharaoh Amenemope of Egypt’s 21st Dynasty has gone missing from a restoration lab at Cairo’s Egyptian Museum. The bracelet, adorned with spherical lapis lazuli beads, was discovered missing during a recent inventory check. Egypt’s antiquities ministry has launched an internal investigation and alerted authorities at airports, seaports, and border crossings to prevent smuggling, CBS News has reported. The loss … Continue reading Pharaoh’s 3,000-year-old gold bracelet vanishes from museum in Egypt

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Space

We’ve officially found 6,000 exoplanets, NASA says

NASA has confirmed 6,007 exoplanets, marking a major milestone in just 30 years of searching beyond our solar system. The count has grown rapidly, from 5,000 just three years ago, with thousands more candidate planets awaiting confirmation. The latest addition, KMT-2023-BLG-1896L b, is a Neptune-like world about 16 times the mass of Earth. NASA’s TESS and Kepler missions have been responsible for the bulk of these … Continue reading We’ve officially found 6,000 exoplanets, NASA says

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Technology

Robot delivery cart blocks fire truck in Hollywood intersection

A TikTok video went viral showing an autonomous Serve Robotics food delivery cart briefly blocking a Los Angeles fire truck at a Hollywood intersection. The robot stopped in the crosswalk despite the truck’s lights and sirens. Serve Robotics acknowledged the incident, saying standard safety procedures weren’t followed and that they are coordinating with the LAFD, KTLA has reported. The cart was eventually moved, allowing the … Continue reading Robot delivery cart blocks fire truck in Hollywood intersection

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Business

Fed approves quarter-point interest rate cut and sees two more coming this year

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to 4.00%-4.25% in an 11-1 vote, signaling two more cuts may come before year-end amid slowing job growth and persistent inflation. Chair Jerome Powell described the move as “risk management,” though some economists see it as active economic steering. The decision reflects heightened concerns about the U.S. labor market while balancing the Fed’s … Continue reading Fed approves quarter-point interest rate cut and sees two more coming this year

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Cracker Barrel shares drop as logo change blowback dents restaurant traffic

Cracker Barrel shares dropped about 3% Thursday after the company reversed its controversial logo change following conservative backlash, including criticism from President Trump. The short-lived new logo and modern store remodels hurt customer traffic, which fell roughly 8%, prompting Cracker Barrel to revert to its traditional “Old Timer” branding and store design. The chain also lowered its fiscal 2026 revenue forecast to $3.35–$3.45 billion, below … Continue reading Cracker Barrel shares drop as logo change blowback dents restaurant traffic

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Nvidia to invest $5B in Intel and develop chips with onetime rival

Nvidia announced it is buying a $5 billion stake in Intel and partnering with the chipmaker to develop PC and data center chips. The deal boosted Intel shares over 30% and Nvidia shares about 3%. Coming weeks after the U.S. government and Japan’s SoftBank invested in Intel, the move positions Intel more prominently in the AI race. Analysts say the partnership strengthens U.S. leadership in … Continue reading Nvidia to invest $5B in Intel and develop chips with onetime rival

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