USA

Art

Picasso sells for €130 million and breaks 2023 art auction record

'Femme à la montre' sold for €130 million and is the second most expensive painting ever sold by Picasso.

09/11/2023

Culture news

Hollywood actors' strike ends as tentative deal reached with studios

The Hollywood actors union has reached a tentative deal to give its members bigger residuals, bigger repeat fees and crucially, a bigger say in the use of AI technology.

09/11/2023

Notes From The Usa

Phoenix's cultural history reveals its rich musical identity

In partnership with Brand USA

Find out how the local landscape and indigenous communities have shaped Phoenix's musical identity.

08/11/2023

Health news

Calls for more testing amid rising infant syphilis cases in the US

The CDC said "increasing rates of syphilis among babies reflect a failure of the US health system".

08/11/2023

USA

Abortion rights yield gains for Democrats in off-year elections

The off-year elections have major implications and provide a snapshot of American politics heading into 2024. But two big names — Joe Biden and Donald Trump — weren't on the ballot this time. How Americans view them will be a huge factor in shaping next year's race.

08/11/2023

Destinations

Street races, superbowl and a Sphere: What’s on in 2024 in Las Vegas

With its first Formula 1 street race kicking off this month and a Super Bowl on the horizon, Las Vegas is rebranding itself as more than a gambling and pop concert destination, but a sporting hub for global fans.

08/11/2023

Culture news

'Love always wins': Arnold Schwarzenegger honoured by Holocaust Museum

The Holocaust Museum LA presented actor, professional bodybuilder and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger with the Award of Courage on Monday night for his work as a "longtime advocate against antisemitism and bigotry."

07/11/2023

Business

WeWork forced to file for bankruptcy

WeWork has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, marking a stunning fall for the office sharing company once seen as a Wall Street darling that promised to upend the way people went to work around the world.

07/11/2023

USA

Trump takes the stand in New York civil case alleging financial fraud

Trump told reporters outside the court "it is a very sad situation for our country,” and called his critics thugs.

06/11/2023

Culture news

Aerosmith's Steven Tyler accused of sexual assault

A woman has accused Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler of sexual assault.

03/11/2023

Culture news

2Pac killer suspect pleads "not guilty"

The man accused with the 1996 murder of rap legend Tupac Shakur has plead not guilty ahead of a grand jury trial in Las Vegas.

03/11/2023

USA

US Houses approves $14 billion 'Israel only' bill

The first substantial legislative effort in Congress to support Israel in the war falls far short of Biden's request for nearly $106 billion that would also back Ukraine as it fights Russia, along with US efforts to counter China and address security at the border with Mexico.

03/11/2023

Tech News

Most US adults think AI will add to election misinformation - poll

A new poll found that a majority of adults in the US think AI tools will increase the spread of false information during elections.

03/11/2023

Health news

World's second patient to receive pig's heart transplant dies

Demand for human organs is higher than the number that are available for transplant. More than 150,000 Europeans were on a waiting list for organ transplants in 2018.

03/11/2023

Culture news

SAG-AFTRA strike negotiations hit an AI-shaped hurdle

It's day 112 of strike action for the actors union, but is a potential end in sight?

02/11/2023

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Hex and the city: New Yorkers enjoy a ghoul's night out for Halloween

It may not have looked like it to a casual observer, but this year's Village Halloween parade was celebrating a "return to normalcy" after the pandemic.

01/11/2023

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Hollywood actors on strike dress up for Halloween

Hollywood actors on strike dress up for Halloween as they picket line in front of the studios.

01/11/2023

USA

Biden and Xi set to meet later this month in San Francisco

A senior White House official said that Beijing and Washington had an "agreement in principle" for the two leaders to meet and were "still working on important details to be able to finalise this project".

01/11/2023

Tech News

Tesla wins trial over fatal crash in US involving Autopilot

Tesla won a victory in one of the trials over Autopilot, its controversial driver assistance system.

01/11/2023

Notes From The Usa

The Californian coast: inspiring musicians and artists since 1906

In partnership with Brand USA

After an earthquake hit San Francisco in 1906, artists were called to populate the Californian coast, transforming it into an artistic mecca for those who like to surf.

01/11/2023

Business

WeWork files for bankruptcy: reports

US office-sharing firm WeWork is reportedly filing for bankruptcy as early as next week, after being buffeted by a chain of financial woes.

01/11/2023

Tech News

Google defends paying to make it the default search engine on devices

Google CEO Sundar Pichai defended his company’s practice of paying Apple and other tech companies to make Google the default search engine on their devices.

31/10/2023

Culture news

Stars of 'Friends' break silence over death of Matthew Perry

In a joint statement the remaining cast said they're "utterly devastated."

31/10/2023

Earth News

In pictures: A power plant is toppled to make way for renewables

Energy produced by nearby offshore wind farms will power local homes and businesses.

30/10/2023

Tech News

Biden makes new rules for AI over safety concerns

US president Joe Biden signs order to guide the development of AI.

30/10/2023

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Watch: Matthew Perry dies at age 54

Matthew Perry fans paid their respects to the late actor by placing flowers in front of the "Friends" apartment building on Sunday.

30/10/2023