Putin Calls Moscow Talks with Trump Envoy ‘Constructive’ as U.S. Pushes Ceasefire Deal
Putin and U.S. envoy Witkoff hold 3-hour “constructive” Kremlin talks on Ukraine peace plan; Trump says deal is “pretty close.”
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Top AI Tools Every Web Design Student Should Know in 2025
The world of web design changes quickly, so students who want to make beautiful, easy-to-use websites need to stay on top of the latest trends. Luckily, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has changed everything in this field. It has created new tools that can help students speed up the design process, be more creative, and even automate some of the more boring chores. Coming up to 2025, AI tools will be even more important for web design students to have.
From Unknown to Unforgettable: Measuring Brand Awareness Like a Pro
Measure brand awareness through direct interaction with your audience. Start with surveys or polls to collect data on how many people recognize your brand and what they associate with it. Questions can focus on brand recall, recognition, and sentiment. This method provides clear insights into consumer recognition and the overall visibility of your brand in specific markets.
Tesla Profits Dive 70% as Elon Musk Vows to Slash Time Spent on Trump’s “Doge” Agency
Tesla Q1 profit sinks 71%. Musk says he’ll slash time running Trump’s “Doge” agency as tariffs, boycotts and competition hammer EV demand.
Istanbul Rattled by Magnitude-6.2 Quake; Aftershocks Stoke Fears of ‘Big One’
A 6.2 quake off Istanbul sent residents fleeing into streets, injuring 150+ and igniting fears of a bigger North Anatolian Fault disaster.
White House Softens Tone: U.S.–China Duties Likely to Drop, Trump Admits
Trump says 145 % levies on Chinese imports will be cut “substantially, not to zero,” as White House scrambles to seal trade deals before tariff pause ends.
EU Slaps Apple and Meta with $800M in Fines, Escalating Digital Showdown with U.S.
The European Union has fined Apple and Meta a combined €700 million (roughly $800 million USD) for breaching the bloc’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), escalating both regulatory pressure and geopolitical friction between Brussels and Washington.
Intel Reportedly Planning Major Layoffs as New CEO Pushes Restructuring Effort
Intel is reportedly preparing to slash over 20,000 jobs in a sweeping cost-cutting move under the leadership of its new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, according to a Bloomberg report. The layoffs, which could be announced later this week, would mark one of the largest in the company’s history and come just months after Intel cut 15,000 jobs in 2024.
How Car Brands Build Loyalty: What Tesla, Toyota, and BMW Can Teach Us About Branding
If you've ever wondered why some people swear by a just one car brand no matter what? You’ll notice that we have some people who won’t touch anything other than a Toyota, some who won’t even stop raving about their BMW, and then the Tesla fans, don’t even try arguing with them!
Pope Francis Dies at 88: The ‘People’s Pope’ Who Re‑shaped the Modern Church
Pope Francis, the first Latin‑American pontiff and champion of the marginalized, dies at 88. A look at his groundbreaking legacy and what comes next.
Instagram Tests AI to Catch Teens Faking Their Age
Instagram is ramping up its efforts to protect younger users by testing artificial intelligence tools that can detect whether teens are pretending to be adults on the platform. Parent company Meta announced that the app will now proactively review accounts for signs of age misrepresentation.
Chipotle Set to Open First Restaurant in Mexico by Early 2026 Through Alsea Partnership
Chipotle Mexican Grill is officially bringing its signature burritos and bowls to Mexico. The U.S.-based fast-casual chain announced today that it has signed a development agreement with Alsea S.A.B. de C.V., a leading restaurant operator across Latin America and Europe, to open its first location in Mexico by early 2026.
Tech Trends in US Hispanics – Things Every Marketer Needs To Know
You have a winning product in your hand. You are sure that it will sell like hotcakes to your targeted audience, so you start running a paid marketing campaign.But wait, are you not targeting a Hispanic audience? Most startups commit this fatal mistake but I hope you are not doing the same.
How to Use Guest WiFi to Foster Customer Loyalty and Retention
Organizations today need loyal customers above all else because market competition remains intense. The everyday utility known as guest WiFi contains fantastic potential to strengthen customer loyalty which business operators often ignore in favor of traditional methods such as loyalty cards and email marketing. Operations with a social WiFi reseller unlocks the ability for businesses to transform basic connectivity into a force that enhances customer loyalty while increasing engagement.
Expanding Internationally? Language Proficiency Should Be a Brand Priority
Globalization has brought businesses closer than ever. As technology has made it easy for people to connect across continents, international expansion sounds like a dream come true for a brand to increase market share and explore other revenue sources. However, it doesn’t have to be enough to get abroad with a good product or service. Fine-tuning by language and cultural nuances leads to brand customer interaction becoming highly success-driven. Therefore, any brand that wishes to make a global mark must first focus on language proficiency and the culture.
Iran–U.S. Nuclear Talks Resume in Rome as Trump Warns: Deal or War
U.S.‑Iran nuclear talks resume in Rome as Trump dangles “deal or war.” Enrichment limits, bomber threats and regional diplomacy set tense backdrop.
U.S. Releases 10,000 Pages on RFK Assassination After Trump Order
U.S. posts 10,000 pages on Robert F. Kennedy’s 1968 killing. Sirhan notes, FBI interviews and more released under Trump transparency order.
Putin Declares 30‑Hour ‘Easter Truce’ in Ukraine; Zelensky Says Shelling Continues
Putin orders a 30‑hour “Easter truce” in Ukraine. Kyiv agrees but says Russia already broke it. U.S. warns it may quit peace talks if no progress soon.
How to Elevate Your Brand with Books
A professional guide for entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and business professionals looking to leverage books for brand amplification, marketing strategy, and long-term business growth.
Injured in a Car Accident? Here’s How a Lawyer Can Help You Win
A car accident in Jersey City can cause injuries, financial uncertainty, and confusion. After a car accident in Jersey City, you can choose to deal with your insurance company or hire an attorney. Reaching out to an experienced Jersey City car accident lawyer immediately after the accident ensures the protection of your legal rights and optimizes your chances of recovering the compensation you deserve.
The Benefits of SAP Business One for Inventory and Financial Management
For many businesses, inventory and financial management is a real challenge. Without a suitable system, however, businesses face stock shortages, overstocked inventory, cash flow mismanagement, and incorrect financial statements. These challenges can lead to slower firms, lower profitability, and unwanted stress for the business owner.
Shared Hosting vs. VPS: Which One Should You Choose for Website Hosting?
When it comes to hosting your website, choosing the right type of hosting plan is crucial. Two popular options are Shared Hosting and Virtual Private Server (VPS) hosting. Each has its own strengths and weaknesses, making it essential to understand the differences to select the best fit for your needs.
Branding on a Budget: How Solopreneurs & Startups Can Build a Standout Identity
The phrase “life finds a way” perfectly describes the modern economy. Smaller companies, let alone individual entrepreneurs, may seem to have no place in the shadow of massive corporate monopolies. Yet, like a tropical forest, the economy blossoms, thanks to thousands of startups, and generates employment for millions of solopreneurs.
Emotional Marketing: 5 Ways to Build Lasting Customer Connections
Discover five powerful emotional marketing strategies to connect with customers on a deeper level. Learn how brands use storytelling, inspiration, and identity to build lasting loyalty.
Trump plans to lift Syria sanctions and touts $142 bn arms deal on Saudi visit
President Donald Trump’s high-stakes swing through the Gulf, where he sealed a record arms package, dangled giant tech investments and stunned diplomats by pledging to remove a decade of U.S. sanctions on post-Assad Syria.
UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty Steps Down Amid Turmoil, Hemsley Returns as Interim Leader
In a surprise shake-up, UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty has stepped down effective immediately, citing “personal reasons,” the company confirmed Tuesday.
Dow jumps more than 1,100 points, S&P 500 rises 3% on China-U.S. temporary tariff cut
A real-time markets blog tracking Wall Street’s biggest rally in a month after Washington and Beijing agreed to slash their new “reciprocal” tariffs and resume negotiations.
Herschel Segal, Founder of DavidsTea and Le Château, Has Passed Away
Herschel Segal, the Montreal retail legend behind both DavidsTea and Le Château, has died. The news was confirmed by DavidsTea in a statement released Saturday, saying Segal passed on Tuesday.
U.S. and China Strike Surprise Deal to Slash Tariffs, Calm Trade War
In a move no one saw coming this soon, the U.S. and China have reached a major agreement to temporarily roll back their punishing tariffs, marking a massive shift in one of the most heated global trade standoffs in recent memory.
Russia’s Putin proposes direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15, ‘without preconditions’
Russian President Vladimir Putin says he is ready to restart face-to-face negotiations with Ukraine in Istanbul next week, even as European leaders push Moscow to accept an unconditional 30-day ceasefire.
U.S.-China Tariff Talks Stall in Geneva, Set to Resume Sunday
U.S.-China tariff talks paused after 10 hours with no breakthrough. High stakes negotiations to resume Sunday amid fears of escalating trade war.
India and Pakistan Violate Ceasefire Hours After Peace Deal
India and Pakistan broke a U.S.-brokered ceasefire within hours, trading missile strikes after weeks of tension over Kashmir and deadly cross-border attacks.
Fortnite Applies to Return to Apple’s App Store After Epic’s Latest Legal Win
Fortnite could soon make its long-awaited return to the App Store. Epic Games announced Friday that it has officially resubmitted the game to Apple’s platform, just weeks after scoring a key legal victory in its years-long battle with the tech giant.
Xi & Putin vow ‘friends of steel’ alliance to resist US power, deepen Russia-China ties
At a Kremlin summit, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin vow “friends of steel” alliance, deepen military-economic ties and unite against US “dual containment.”
U.S. May Slash China Tariffs to 50% as Trade Talks Pick Up
The U.S. is reportedly gearing up to slash its massive 145% tariff on Chinese imports—possibly bringing it down to the 50–54% range—as early as next week. Sources say the move is timed with a key round of trade talks between U.S. and Chinese officials set to take place in Switzerland.
Google faces lawsuit as Mexico fights Trump-backed switch to “Gulf of America”
Mexico sues Google for labelling the Gulf of Mexico as “Gulf of America” for US users after Trump decree; clash adds to tensions over politically driven renaming.
Apple eyes AI search partners for Safari, threatening Google’s $20 bn iPhone deal
Apple may let iPhone users choose AI engines like ChatGPT in Safari, endangering Google’s $20 bn default-search pact and rattling antitrust regulators.
Robert Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV, First American to Lead Catholic Church
History was made in Vatican City today as Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected the first American pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. The 69-year-old Chicago native was chosen on the fourth ballot of the conclave, following the death of Pope Francis in April.
Trump to rename Persian Gulf as ‘Arabian Gulf’, angering Iran during nuclear talks
Trump will reportedly order US agencies to say “Arabian Gulf” instead of “Persian Gulf,” outraging Iran and raising risks for ongoing nuclear negotiations.
WeightWatchers Files for Bankruptcy — But It’s Not the End
After more than six decades helping people manage their weight, WeightWatchers has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S. as part of a financial restructuring plan. With over $1.15 billion in debt, the company is hitting pause to regroup—but this isn’t a shutdown.
OpenAI restructures as public-benefit corporation, non-profit board keeps control
OpenAI will become a public-benefit corporation but its non-profit board will keep majority control, easing investor limits while pledging AI for public good.
UK clinches landmark free-trade pact with India: whisky, cars and tariffs slashed
UK and India sign post-Brexit free-trade deal: whisky and car tariffs slashed, cheaper Indian goods for UK shoppers, £25 bn boost forecast by 2040.
U.S. and China to Hold High-Stakes Trade Talks This Weekend Amid Escalating Tariff War
Top U.S. and Chinese officials are set to meet in Geneva this weekend for their first major face-to-face trade talks since President Trump reignited a full-blown tariff war last month.
Trump, Canada’s PM Mark Carney meet at White House amid tariff fight and ‘51st-state’ talk
At the White House, Trump hails PM Mark Carney’s win but keeps tough tariffs; Carney retorts ‘Canada’s not for sale’ as both pledge to renegotiate USMCA.
Israel disables Sanaa airport after Houthi missile hits near Ben Gurion
Israel bombs Sanaa airport after a Houthi missile hit near Ben Gurion, killing three and disabling Yemen’s main runway amid rising regional tensions.
Rihanna Debuts Baby Bump at 2025 Met Gala, Confirms She's Expecting Baby No. 3
Rihanna has once again mastered the art of a jaw-dropping reveal—this time, confirming her third pregnancy by stepping out with a visible baby bump just hours before hitting the 2025 Met Gala red carpet.
Warren Buffett to Step Down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO After 60-Year Run
It’s official—Warren Buffett is stepping down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway after six decades leading one of the most iconic companies in the world. The 94-year-old investing legend made the announcement during the company’s annual shareholder meeting this weekend, confirming that Vice Chairman Greg Abel will take over by the end of the year.
Elon Musk’s Starbase Set to Become Official Texas City After Local Vote Passes
Elon Musk’s dream of turning SpaceX’s launch site into its own city is one step closer to reality. Over the weekend, residents in the tiny South Texas area—mostly SpaceX employees—voted in favor of formally incorporating Starbase, Texas as an official city.
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