Should we receive mystical truths through our phones?
The algorithm of entertainment is not built on ancient knowledge extracted from sacred places.
Should Betting on Elections Be Legal?
Election betting has long been illegal in the United States. But for a brief period on Thursday, a regulated prediction market was allowed to offer… Read More »Should Betting on Elections Be Legal?
How Woman With Coconut Placard Was Tracked Down and Brought to Justice
Marieha Hussain had been marching with her family for three hours and the children with them were starting to get tired. “We opened some snacks… Read More »How Woman With Coconut Placard Was Tracked Down and Brought to Justice
Biden Goes After Shein and Temu, Slows US Shipments
The Biden administration has proposed rules that could make it more expensive for Chinese e-commerce platforms such as Shein and Temu to ship goods to… Read More »Biden Goes After Shein and Temu, Slows US Shipments
Amazon wanted to use tariff loophole from Chinese rivals. Now Biden is closing it.
Under pressure from Chinese competitors, Amazon, Walmart and other U.S. retailers have been exploring ways to avoid tariffs. Could a new rule from the Biden… Read More »Amazon wanted to use tariff loophole from Chinese rivals. Now Biden is closing it.
Economists talk a lot about a “soft landing.” What is that?
Economists talk a lot about a “soft landing.” What is that?
Donald Trump Prepares to Unveil World Liberty Financial, a Cryptocurrency Company
Trump said he would launch the project on Monday, continuing his support for the crypto industry, a major source of political donations.
AI has helped Shein become the biggest polluter in fast fashion
This story is originally appeared in Grist and is part of the Climate Desk collaboration. By 2023, fast-fashion giant Shein was everywhere. Planes crisscrossed the… Read More »AI has helped Shein become the biggest polluter in fast fashion
In Belarus, the native language is disappearing, while Russian is gaining the upper hand
TALLINN, Estonia (AP) — When Mikalay started school in Belarus this year, the 15-year-old discovered that his teachers and administrators no longer called him by… Read More »In Belarus, the native language is disappearing, while Russian is gaining the upper hand
Biden administration raises tariffs on Chinese goods
The administration blocked a popular duty-free route for Chinese clothing into the United States and imposed steep tariffs on electric vehicles, solar panels and other… Read More »Biden administration raises tariffs on Chinese goods
Victims trapped in flames after crashing into tree in Fresno County
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The three victims who died early Friday morning after being trapped in flames following a crash have been identified, the… Read More »Victims trapped in flames after crashing into tree in Fresno County
Navy captains don't like to abandon ship, but with the Starliner, the ship abandoned them
Enlarge / NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams wave to their families, friends and NASA officials as they make their way to the launch… Read More »Navy captains don't like to abandon ship, but with the Starliner, the ship abandoned them
Biden administration likely to delay decision on US steel industry
The White House has been criticized for politicizing its assessment of Nippon Steel's takeover of the company.
Remains of Elijah Vue, Wisconsin toddler missing since February, found in dense woods
The remains of Elijah Vue, a missing Wisconsin toddler, have been found, bringing a tragic end to a nearly 7-month search. Elijah's remains were discovered… Read More »Remains of Elijah Vue, Wisconsin toddler missing since February, found in dense woods
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried files appeal to overturn fraud conviction
Mr. Bankman-Fried, the founder of the bankrupt crypto exchange FTX, was convicted last fall and is serving a 25-year prison sentence.
