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USA

Suspect in the shooting of three Palestinian men in Vermont arrested

A statement from the victims' families called on law enforcement to treat the investigation as a hate crime.

27/11/2023

USA

Ex-police officer convicted in George Floyd killing stabbed in prison

Derek Chauvin is currently serving a simultaneous 21-year federal sentence for violating Floyd’s civil rights as well as a 22 and a half year-long state sentence for second-degree murder.

25/11/2023

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WATCH: Brookfield Zoo treats lemurs to a special Thanksgiving feast

Brookfield Zoo is treating lemurs to an early Thanksgiving feast as they celebrate their 10th annual tradition. This year’s meal featured a special theme in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the popular “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving".

23/11/2023

Moments

Why has this woman opened her home to strangers this Thanksgiving?

Record crowds are expected to travel for Thanksgiving as one grandma spreads cheer with free dinner.

23/11/2023

Culture news

Hall files for restraining order against bandmate Oates

Divisions have been sown in the 80s pop duo Hall & Oates as a confidential lawsuit continues between the founding pair.

23/11/2023

Food and Drink

US Thanksgiving traditions to make Europeans shudder

From pardoning turkeys to ruining dinner, here are the strangest American thanksgiving traditions that Europeans can't understand.

23/11/2023

Notes From The Usa

Portland is a hive of individuality, creativity and sustainability

In partnership with Brand USA

Northern Irish singer-songwriter Foy Vance explores Oregan's capital, Portland, a city renowned for its sustainability efforts, and its unique take on art, food, and live music.

22/11/2023

Earth News

Millions of litres of oil may have leaked into the Gulf of Mexico

The affected pipeline has been shut down but authorities are still trying to determine the exact location of the oil leak.

22/11/2023

Markets

Nvidia revenue triples on Artificial Intelligence chip rally

Tech giant Nvidia posted record fiscal third-quarter 2023 revenue this week following robust chip demand. Here's why it is the company investors all want a slice of.

22/11/2023

Culture news

The Rolling Stones announce 2024 tour - But what's behind that tongue?

The octogenarians of rock'n'roll are heading to the States next year. Ever wondered what that tongue logo is all about?

22/11/2023

Tech News

Sam Altman rehired as OpenAI CEO just days after firing

It's been quite a week for ChatGPT creator OpenAI. In a dramatic u-turn, ousted CEO Sam Altman has been rehired. And he'll be joined by a new board.

22/11/2023

Money

Binance CEO CZ steps down amid anti-money laundering guilty plea

Changpeng Zhao, known as "CZ", plans to step down as CEO of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange and plead guilty to felony charges.

21/11/2023

Tech News

Elon Musk's X sues media watchdog group over hate speech row

Media Matters has called the lawsuit "frivolous".

21/11/2023

Tech News

What do we know about Emmett Shear, OpenAI's new interim CEO?

OpenAI, the creator of AI chatbot ChatGPT, fired its CEO and co-founder Sam Altman over the weekend. In his place steps Emmett Shear, but who is he?

21/11/2023

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Watch: Thanksgiving turkeys prep for White House pardon

Watch as Liberty and Bell get ready for their presidential pardons in Washington.

20/11/2023

USA

Tributes are flowing for Rosalynn Carter who died on Sunday

Fiercely loyal and compassionate as well as politically astute, Rosalynn Carter prided herself on being an activist first lady while no one doubted her behind-the-scenes influence.

20/11/2023

Tech News

Ousted OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in discussions to return to company

In an astonishing u-turn, the board of OpenAI, the company behind AI chatbot ChatGPT, are in discussions with fired CEO Sam Altman to return.

19/11/2023

Space

SpaceX launches its giant new rocket - but it's not a total success

The first test flight of the Starship craft in April ended in an explosion soon after liftoff.

18/11/2023

USA

Taiwan envoy says he's hopeful Biden-Xi meeting will reduce tensions

US President Joe Biden is heading back to Washington after attending the annual summit for Asian leaders that was hosted this year in San Francisco.

18/11/2023

Tech News

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman fired after board of directors loses confidence

Altman, who is a co-founder of the company, was let go after the board found he was not "candid" enough in his communications with them.

18/11/2023

Earth News

Climate activists targeted by hacking scheme say public is real victim

The climate activists targeted by the hacking scheme say it had a "completely detrimental, chilling effect" on their work.

17/11/2023

USA

TikTok bans videos promoting Osama bin Laden’s ‘letter to America’

A 21-year-old letter from Osama bin Laden blasting the US for its support for Israel went viral on social media, as young Americans said it revealed a truth they were never told before.

17/11/2023

Culture news

Serena Williams to be inducted into National Women's Hall of Fame

The tennis star and civil rights activist join eight other already announced nominees.

17/11/2023

Business

Google: US rounds off antitrust case against tech giant

The US government wrapped up its main arguments against Alphabet on Thursday, as part of a trial in which the Justice Department is seeking to prove Google’s monopoly and abuse of power. Similar cases have taken place in Europe, where the tech giant’s practices are under scrutiny.

17/11/2023

Business

Biden-Xi meeting: These are the biggest takeaways

The leaders of the world's largest economies left with friendly words and a set of agreements after their highly anticipated meeting.

16/11/2023

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Watch: Amnesty International places mock body bags outside White House

Paul O’Brien, the Executive Director of Amnesty International USA, said Amnesty organised the demonstration to bring attention to the loss of life across the besieged territory.

16/11/2023