Spain Clears BBVA-Sabadell Deal With Conditions
Spain’s competition watchdog has given conditional approval to BBVA’s bid for Banco Sabadell, according to a report citing a person familiar with the decision. The formal announcement could come as…
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Venezuela Moves to Privatize Oil Sector
Venezuela’s legislature has approved opening the oil sector to privatization, a sharp break with more than 20 years of state-first policy under the country’s socialist movement. The vote in Caracas…
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Car Crashes Into Chabad Headquarters
A man was arrested after driving into the Chabad Lubavitch world headquarters in New York…
Pundit Blames Armed Man in Border Clash
A right-wing pundit blamed an armed man for a violent encounter near the U.S. border,…
New Estimate Points To Brutal Crackdown
A new estimate of casualties has renewed alarm over a government’s heavy-handed response to dissent,…
Manhattan Protesters Rally After Minneapolis Death
In a show of solidarity, demonstrators gathered in Manhattan despite biting cold, rallying after the…
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Markey Presses AI Firms Over Chatbot Ads
Senator Edward Markey is pressing artificial intelligence companies to explain whether they plan to place advertising inside their chatbots, raising…
Finance
Economists Debate Signs Of AI Bubble
As stock indexes hit fresh highs, a central question is gaining urgency: Is the artificial intelligence boom a bubble, and…
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Influencer Faces High-Risk Surgery While Pregnant
Influencer Leah Ramsey is preparing for open-heart surgery just days after sharing she is expecting a second child with husband…
Tuesday Mortgage Rates: What Buyers Need
Tuesday’s update on average mortgage rates offers a timely snapshot for home shoppers sizing up monthly payments and loan options.…
Cocktails-To-Go Redefine Happy Hour
As drinkers swap barstools for sofas, the cocktail boom has moved home, with many states allowing takeout drinks and a…
Storm Goretti Leaves Rural Cornwall Offline
Days after Storm Goretti swept through the region, internet service remains down in parts of rural Cornwall, disrupting homes, farms,…
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ICE Presence at Winter Games Rattles Italy
Plans for a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement unit to be present at the upcoming Winter Games in Italy have…
Taunting Flag Nearly Derails Seahawks
A third-quarter taunting penalty on cornerback Riq Woolen swung momentum and nearly knocked the Seattle Seahawks out of Super Bowl…
Bobby Flay Fields Question On Brooke Williamson
Bobby Flay, one of Food Network’s most recognizable figures, fielded a viewer’s question about his girlfriend, fellow chef Brooke Williamson,…
Elizabeth Hurley Alleges Secret Bugging
Elizabeth Hurley told a courtroom that reporters linked to the Mail paid others to plant secret microphones on the windows…
Gordon Ramsay Inspires Better Breakfasts At Home
A simple message is reshaping morning routines: a better breakfast, thanks to Gordon Ramsay. The celebrity chef’s approach to eggs…
Campaigners Challenge State AI Funding Ties
Campaigners are challenging a state’s decision to accept funding from technology companies they describe as linked to former President Donald Trump, saying the move risks politicizing public AI systems and…
Federal Agent Kills Minneapolis Nurse, 37
A federal agent fatally shot 37-year-old nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis on Saturday, prompting calls for answers and a formal review of the shooting. Authorities have not released details about…
Investors Seek Reliable Canadian Market Updates
With market volatility and shifting interest rates, investors are renewing their focus on trusted updates about Canadian stocks and funds. A new push to centralize news, research, and alerts aims…
Neurophos Bets On Optical AI Chip
In a bid to cut the soaring power demands of artificial intelligence, Neurophos is developing an optical chip designed to run AI models far more efficiently. The effort targets inferencing,…
Game Designer Stock Plunges After Slide
A publicly traded game designer saw its stock plunge on Thursday after years of steady declines, signaling renewed pressure on a company already facing investor doubt. The drop capped a…
Classical Computer Solves Nitrogen-Fixing Molecule
Researchers report that a classical supercomputer has cracked a chemistry challenge long held up as a showcase task for future quantum machines. The target is the molecule at the heart…
OpenAI Starts Offering Chatbot Ads
OpenAI has begun offering chatbot ads to dozens of advertisers, signaling a new push to monetize conversational AI at scale. The move was reported Tuesday by The Information, citing people…
China Ships 5,800 EVs to Argentina
More than 5,800 electric and hybrid cars arrived on a Chinese vessel Wednesday at a river port in eastern Argentina, marking a major push into a sensitive market. The shipment,…
AI Promises Cheaper Access For Millions
An industry figure says artificial intelligence can reach 600 million users at far lower cost than many expect, setting a bold target for scale and affordability. The statement points to…
Veteran Cybersecurity Leader Takes Helm
A veteran in cybersecurity is taking charge of a long-standing security organization at a delicate moment for technology and global stability. The transition comes as attacks grow more frequent, tools…
How to Use a Holiday Bonus Wisely
As year-end bonuses hit paychecks, many workers face a familiar choice: pay down debt, pad savings, or invest. With borrowing costs still high and cash yields stronger than a few…