US-Ukraine Minerals Pact: Key Points on the New Reconstruction Deal
US-Ukraine pact trades future mineral royalties for joint fund to rebuild war-torn Ukraine, ending payback on past US military aid.
US-Ukraine pact trades future mineral royalties for joint fund to rebuild war-torn Ukraine, ending payback on past US military aid.
Kohl’s is shaking up its leadership after abruptly firing CEO Ashley Buchanan for cause, citing a vendor-related conflict of interest uncovered during an internal investigation. While the company emphasized the situation had nothing to do with financial results or performance, Buchanan is out effective immediately.
Spain & Portugal blackout: timeline, causes under probe, renewables debate, how Europe’s grid crashed and recovered on April 30 2025.
Waymo is finally moving beyond robotaxis—teaming up with Toyota to develop self-driving tech for personal vehicles. The partnership, which also involves Toyota’s Woven division, marks Waymo’s first serious push to bring its “Waymo Driver” to consumer cars.
If you’re still using an LG smartphone, the end is officially near. LG has confirmed it will shut down its mobile software update servers on June 30, 2025, marking the final chapter of its exit from the smartphone industry. Users will no longer receive software or security updates, effectively freezing the devices in their current state.
Ever feel like your dealership is the best-kept secret in town? You’ve got great vehicles, top-notch customer service, and competitive pricing—but still, the foot traffic just isn’t where you want it to be. We've all been there. The good news? There's a powerful, often overlooked tool that can help you attract more eyes (and feet): digital signage advertising.
Efficient payment processing is a cornerstone of success in the digital marketplace. Businesses today require robust solutions to manage transactions seamlessly, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Modern payment platforms offer a range of tools to simplify checkout processes, enhance user experience, and expand global reach.
Some phones are built for power. Others for prestige. These do both. Today, we’re looking at the most expensive phones in the world: from flagship models packed with next-gen tech to ultra-luxury designs that exist purely to stand out. We picked 6 that show exactly what the high-end phone market looks like right now.
Amazon officially entered the space internet race this week, launching the first 27 satellites for its long-awaited Project Kuiper. The satellites blasted off Monday evening atop a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket from Cape Canaveral, kicking off Amazon’s ambitious $10 billion plan to build a global broadband network to rival Elon Musk’s Starlink.
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre loses Carleton seat as Liberals surge in Canada’s 2025 election, leaving Conservatives leaderless in Parliament and sparking soul-searching.
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has officially announced his resignation following a crushing defeat in Monday’s Canadian federal election. Singh, emotional during his concession speech in Burnaby, B.C., confirmed he will step down once an interim leader is appointed.
Liberals take 166 seats to form a minority, Conservatives 144. See full vote shares, regional shifts, turnout and Carney’s first moves as PM-designate.
Russian-American prank-YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy is jailed in Manila after a week of livestream harassment; Philippine officials file multiple criminal charges.
The CS2 (Counter-Strike 2) skin economy is one of the most dynamic virtual marketplaces in gaming. With rare items fetching hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars, many players wonder how they can turn their virtual inventories into real-world profits. Here's a guide to help you get started on making money from selling CS2 skins.
Discover practical strategies for healthtech startups to differentiate in a saturated market. Learn how to build trust, scale smart, and offer real value to users and investors
Online shopping has changed the way we buy. Behind the scenes, ecommerce payments keep everything moving. They’re what turn a click into a sale.But what exactly are ecommerce payments? How do they work? And what should businesses know to make the most of them? Let’s break it down.
Discover the best IPS providers for real-time asset tracking across industries. Get insights into scalable, accurate, and cost-effective IPS tech.
M&S cyber-attack halts online orders, delays deliveries and freezes gift cards; customers voice frustration as retailer races to restore systems.
Putin orders 3-day Ukraine ceasefire 8-11 May; Kyiv seeks 30-day truce, Trump pushes for permanent peace amid crucial U.S. mediation efforts.
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith has officially returned to theaters for its 20th anniversary, and fans are already flocking back to the galaxy far, far away. The special re-release, which launched on April 25, is running for one week only across the U.S. and select international markets.
SUV rams Vancouver’s Lapu-Lapu festival, killing 11 and injuring 20+. Suspect, 30, in custody; police probe motive.
Canada Votes Today — Here’s When to Expect Election Results. The big question on everyone's mind: when will we know who won the Canadian election? Poll closing times are staggered across the country due to different time zones. If either the Liberals or Conservatives dominate early in the east, we can know as early as tonight.
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Federal prosecutors will seek the death penalty; trial likely in 2026.
In a major blow to Big Tech, a U.S. judge ruled Thursday that Google illegally monopolized key parts of the online ad market, setting the stage for a possible breakup of its ad business.
Apple is gearing up to drop a 12.9-inch MacBook starting at $599 by late 2025, powered by an A18 Pro chip. Sleek design, bold colours, and Chromebook-rival pricing could make it Apple’s biggest MacBook curveball yet.
Taylor Swift has announced her 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” during a “New Heights” podcast teaser with Travis and Jason Kelce. Fans can preorder now, though the release date remains under wraps.
Archewell Productions renews its multiyear, first-look pact with Netflix, adding fresh series and specials as streamers lean harder on celebrity IP.
Soccer icon Cristiano Ronaldo is officially engaged to Georgina Rodriguez, his partner since 2016. Rodriguez announced the news on Instagram, showing off a massive diamond ring alongside the caption, “Yes, I do. In this and in all lives,” translated from Spanish.
Zach Cregger’s Weapons slices to No. 1 with a $42.5M debut as Disney’s Freakier Friday pulls families—kick-starting a hotter-than-expected August frame.
A $7.7B, seven-year pact makes Paramount+ the U.S. home for all UFC events starting in 2026—bundling numbered cards and Fight Nights into one subscription.
Jacob Elordi and Olivia Jade Giannulli have officially ended their on-again, off-again relationship, a source confirmed. The pair, who first sparked romance rumors in 2021, had reconciled several times over the years but recently decided to part ways for good.
OpenAI unveils GPT-5, a unified, reasoning-first model that becomes the new default in ChatGPT and lands in the API—promising sharper coding, better writing, safer answers, and faster real-world help.
Hulu revives Mike Judge and Greg Daniels’ classic with a 10-episode drop, a time jump, and heartfelt tributes—bringing Arlen, Texas, into 2025 without losing its bite.
Instagram’s new opt-in “Friend Map” lets users share last-active locations—but creators and safety advocates say it’s risky. Here’s what it does and how to lock it down.
TikTok now lets users book hotels via a Booking.com integration and is rolling out “TikTok Go,” a commission program that pays creators for driving real-world bookings.
Kim Kardashian’s Skims drops a “Campus Collection” built for Rush Week, tapping real student creators and lighting up RushTok ahead of sorority season.
Disney’s ESPN will become the exclusive U.S. streaming home for WWE’s biggest events—including WrestleMania and SummerSlam—starting in 2026, thanks to a five-year, $1.6 billion deal.
Apple announces a historic $600 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing over four years, launching its new American Manufacturing Program to boost jobs, chip production, and advanced technologies nationwide.
OpenAI is preparing to launch its next-generation model, GPT-5, following the viral success of ChatGPT and its GPT-4 backbone.
Actress Kelley Mack, best known for her role as Addy in Season 9 of The Walking Dead, has passed away at age 33 after a battle with glioma, a type of brain tumor. Her death occurred peacefully in her hometown of Cincinnati, according to a family statement.
Disney announced it will shut down the Hulu app by 2026, officially merging the platform into Disney+ as part of its new streaming strategy. While subscribers can still pay for Hulu or Disney+ separately, all Hulu content will be housed within the Disney+ app, eliminating the need for two separate platforms.
The U.S. Coast Guard has released a scathing final report on the 2023 Titan submersible tragedy, blaming OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush for creating a dangerous and deceptive safety culture that led to the deaths of all five onboard.
Tesla has approved a new $29 billion stock grant for CEO Elon Musk, aiming to keep him committed to the company after his previous pay package was struck down in court.
HBO Max has confirmed that And Just Like That…, the sequel series to Sex and the City, will officially end with its third season. The final two episodes are set to air on August 14, bringing the story of Carrie Bradshaw and her friends to a close.
Canadian swimming phenom Summer McIntosh closed out the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in dominant fashion, securing her fourth gold medal of the competition in the women’s 400m individual medley.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are taking legal action against the Daily Mail following its publication of controversial excerpts from Andrew Lownie’s new royal biography Entitled.
Netflix has officially canceled The Sandman after just two seasons, ending the DC Comics-inspired series despite fan acclaim and strong reviews.
Apple is reportedly developing its own AI-powered “answer engine” to rival ChatGPT and reshape how Siri and Safari handle search. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the tech giant has formed a team called “Answers, Knowledge, and Information” tasked with creating a smart, web-powered question-answering tool.
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