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US Limits Tech Investments in China

October 29, 2024

In a move to safeguard sensitive technology, the Biden administration has put the brakes on certain US investments in China's advanced tech sector. This includes industries like semiconductors, quantum computing, and artificial intelligence. After a lengthy review, new rules have been implemented. S

politics

Voting Box Fires in Portland and Vancouver: Are They Connected?

October 29, 2024

Early Monday morning, voting box fires were reported in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington. Authorities suspect these incidents might be linked due to similarities, including the use of an identical Volvo at both scenes. Portland police described the fires as targeted and intentional. Three

politics

Top Concerns for U. S. Voters Before the 2024 Election

October 29, 2024

As the 2024 U. S. presidential election nears, voters have several key issues on their minds. Social Security tops the list, with people worried about its future. The system, founded in 1935, might run out of money within a decade, paying fewer benefits. Crime reduction is another major concern, des

politics

Election Threats: Conspiracy Theories Fuel Extremist Violence

October 28, 2024

U. S. intelligence agencies are on high alert for domestic extremists driven by conspiracy theories. These extremists believe in voter fraud and harbor intense dislike for political opponents. The FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) warn that these extremists could disrupt the 2024 electio

business

Trade Wars: Who Wins, Who Loses?

October 28, 2024

Tariffs can really slow down economic growth, making a country less rich than it could be. Free trade helps boost wealth by letting nations make things they're best at. The U. S. excels at making advanced planes, like those from Boeing, and high-tech chips, like ones made by Nvidia. Plus, it's cheap

politics

Musk and Putin: A Question of Influence

October 27, 2024

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has been under scrutiny after a report by The Wall Street Journal revealed regular communications between him and Russian President Vladimir Putin since late 2022. This has sparked national security concerns and questions about Musk’s influence on U. S. politi

politics

Elon Musk's Chats with Putin: A Look into Tech, Politics, and Security

October 27, 2024

So, Elon Musk, the richest guy in tech and a big player in the US space game, has been having chats with Russia's President Vladimir Putin. These talks, which started late last year, have raised some eyebrows. Why? Well, Musk has close ties with the US military and intelligence agencies. He even has

business

Microsoft CEO Takes Pay Cut After Security Breaches

October 27, 2024

Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella, saw a significant pay increase for the fiscal year 2024, reaching $79. 1 million. However, this amount was $5. 5 million less than it could have been due to several cybersecurity incidents. Nadella's compensation was mainly in the form of stock. The board's compensati

politics

Elon Musk's Chatty Connection with Putin Sparks Concerns

October 27, 2024

Imagine this: Elon Musk, the big boss of Tesla and SpaceX, has been chatting it up with Russian President Vladimir Putin since late 2022. This cozy conversation has raised some red flags among intelligence officials, as reported by The Wall Street Journal. Putin even asked Musk to keep his satellite

politics

North Korea's Troops in Ukraine: A Wake-Up Call for China

October 27, 2024

Imagine if your best friend started hanging out with a new pal who wasn’t too popular. That’s kind of what’s happening between China and North Korea. This weekend, North Korean soldiers could start fighting in Ukraine alongside Russian troops. This is a big deal because North Korea and Russia are bu