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Nvidia plans to manufacture AI chips in the US for the first time
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nvidia announced Monday that it will produce its artificial intelligence super computers in the United States for the first time. The tech giant said it has commissioned more than o...
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SARAH PARVINIApril 16, 2025
Katy Perry Launches into Space with All-Female Crew On Blue Sky Rocket
On April 14, 2025, pop icon Katy Perry embarked on a historic journey into space aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard NS-31 rocket. The mission marked the first all-female spaceflight since 1963, featuring...
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Busayo OkedusiApril 14, 2025
Do Tariffs Mean Raising Prices? The Question For Small Businesses
The tariffs imposed by President Trump have introduced significant challenges for U.S. importers, necessitating strategic adjustments to mitigate financial impacts and maintain operational stability. ...
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Rohit AroraApril 14, 2025
U.S. dollar fears grow as traders increase hedges to five-year high
Demand for hedging against potential dollar declines has jumped to a five-year high as the Trump administration’s tariff policy threatens to sap U.S. economic exceptionalism and undermine the greenback...
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Masaki KondoApril 14, 2025
Some hybrid cars thirstier than their petrol peers - especially on highways
They are sold as vehicles that will cut petrol consumption but tests on Australian roads show some hybrid cars use more fuel than standard models. In one case, a mild hybrid vehicle used 12 per cent m...
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Jennifer Dudley-NicholsonApril 14, 2025
Avoid iPhone Price Hikes: Trump's Tariff Exemption
In light of recent events in the US market—which have seen phone prices skyrocket due to supply chain issues, aggressive pricing strategies, and rapidly evolving technology—it’s becoming increasingly i...
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Busayo OkedusiApril 12, 2025
U.S. stock indexes drop 2% despite an encouraging inflation update as Trump's trade war still weighs
NEW YORK — U.S. stocks dived Thursday and surrendered a chunk of their historic gains from the day before as President Trump’s trade war continues to threaten the economy. The S&P 500 tumbled 3.5%, sl...
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Stan ChoeApril 10, 2025
Bitcoin to $200K? Trump's Dollar Devaluation Plan Could Ignite Crypto's Reserve Currency Takeover News ETHNews
Market uncertainty dominates as investors parse the implications of proposed U.S. tariffs under the Trump administration. ETHNews analysts debate whether these measures are tactical negotiations or lon...
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Isai AlexeiApril 9, 2025
More than 50 countries have contacted White House to start trade talks, Trump adviser says
WASHINGTON - More than 50 countries have reached out to the White House to begin trade talks, a top economic adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday as U.S. officials sought to defend swe...
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Douglas GillisonApril 6, 2025
Trump's new tariffs would be laughed away by a high school economic teacher, analyst says
President Donald Trump’s administration has introduced a new round of tariffs, dubbed “reciprocal tariffs,” which have raised eyebrows both domestically and abroad. The idea behind these tariffs is to ...
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Busayo OkedusiApril 3, 2025
Solar power gains momentum as industries expand investment in Pakistan
Pakistan’s solar energy sector has gained momentum in recent years, with increasing investments in renewable energy infrastructure. The country has seen a steady rise in solar adoption across industri...
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Busayo OkedusiMarch 30, 2025
Royal Family urged to give on royal 'more opportunity' to help King Charles
The last 12 months have been tough for the Royal Family, and it appears some of the struggles they have recently faced are not yet over. Just this week, King Charles visited hospital for a “short perio...
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Jasmine CareyMarch 30, 2025
Trump's counter-terror cuts will harm fight against far right, experts warn
Donald Trump’s administration has halted funding for a range of counter-terrorism research projects, a decision that experts warn will impair law enforcement's ability to predict and prevent future att...
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Busayo OkedusiMarch 30, 2025
Iran will target Britain's Chagos base if Trump attacks
Iran has issued a stark warning that it will target British forces in the Chagos Islands if any military action is taken against the nation by Donald Trump. Following threats from Trump regarding poten...
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Busayo OkedusiMarch 29, 2025
Clash between Nigerian security forces and members of pro-Palestinian group kill 6
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Violence erupted in Nigeria’s capital when soldiers clashed with members of a Shiite Muslim group during a demonstration, resulting in six fatalities, police reported on Saturday....
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Busayo OkedusiMarch 29, 2025
Trump targets Smithsonian in executive order, calling its telling of history 'racist'
WASHINGTON (7News) — The Smithsonian Institution became the latest target of the Trump Administration, with an executive order aimed at removing what President Trump calls improper ideology. According...
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Busayo OkedusiMarch 29, 2025
Man in life-threatening condition after being punched in face outside McDonald's
A man in his 30s remains in critical condition at hospital following a violent assault outside a McDonald’s last night. The incident occurred at the junction of Hanover Street and Ranelagh Street in Li...
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Sam CorbishleyMarch 29, 2025
About 35,000 without power as ice storm hits parts of Ontario
TORONTO — An ice storm battering parts of the province has left tens of thousands of Ontarians without power and raised concerns over further outages. According to Hydro One, approximately 35,000 custo...
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Busayo OkedusiMarch 29, 2025
Myanmar's earthquake death toll jumps to more than 1,000 as search efforts continue
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar has now claimed the lives of over 1,000 people, and officials warn that the death toll could rise as search and rescue efforts continue. The deva...
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Busayo OkedusiMarch 29, 2025
Why is the US State Department Urging Citizens to Leave Syria Immediately?
New Delhi: The US Embassy in Damascus and the State Department issued an urgent advisory on Saturday, urging all American citizens to leave Syria immediately due to increased attack threats during Eid ...
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Busayo OkedusiMarch 29, 2025
Another case of bird flu confirmed in Norfolk
Another case of bird flu has been identified in Norfolk, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the current outbreak across the east to 13. The highly pathogenic strain was detected in comm...
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Busayo OkedusiMarch 29, 2025
Quetta: At least two killed, 17 injured in blast near police mobile
QUETTA: At least two individuals lost their lives and 17 others were injured in a blast targeting a police mobile in Quetta, according to ARY News, which cited SSP operations. The explosion occurred on...
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Busayo OkedusiMarch 27, 2025
Funding secured for repair works to iconic Cork city landmark
Government funding of €250,000 has been secured to repair Cork’s historic Shandon clock, according to a northside TD. This funding is part of a larger allocation exceeding €3.5 million, which has been ...
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Busayo OkedusiMarch 27, 2025
BYD Unveils Ultra-Fast Charging and Drone Integration Technologies
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD has unveiled groundbreaking fast-charging technology capable of adding 400 kilometers (approximately 249 miles) of range in just a five-minute charge. Thi...
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Busayo OkedusiMarch 20, 2025
President Tinubu Pledges Support for Fintech Growth as Flutterwave Plans Nigerian Exchange Listing
President Bola Tinubu has pledged his administration's support for financial technology companies, emphasizing the government's commitment to fostering businesses that provide payment infrastructure se...
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Busayo OkedusiFebruary 23, 2025