Americas

USA

New York police hunt for health care CEO killer

The CEO of one of the largest US health insurance companies was fatally shot on Wednesday outside a Hilton Hotel in Manhattan, New York City. Investigators say it was no random act of violence.

05/12/2024

Art

Here's what you can't miss at Art Basel Miami Beach 2024

From Pablo Picasso's masterpieces to a striking xenomorph Alien sculpture, Art Basel Miami Beach has something for everyone. Here's your guide.

05/12/2024

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No more free medication for Argentine pensioners

Pensioners in Argentina protested on Wednesday against the government's decision to restrict access to free medication provided by the PAMI public health insurance scheme. The new policy affects millions of people who rely on the programme.

05/12/2024

Mexico

Mexico seizes record fentanyl haul after Trump’s tariff threat

Major fentanyl bust follows US President-elect Donald Trump's threat to impose steep tariffs on Mexico over flow of illicit drugs and migration.

05/12/2024

My Wildest Prediction

AI recruiters will make work more accessible, Nancy Xu says

How will AI agents reshape work and transform hiring processes? My Wildest Prediction explores the topic with Nancy Xu, founder and CEO of Moonhub, a company specialising in AI-driven recruitment.

05/12/2024

USA

Arab Americans remain fearful and hopeful ahead of Trump's second term

A massive drop in Arab Americans' support helped cost Kamala Harris the presidency, but there is no guarantee Trump will be better for peace in the Middle East.

04/12/2024

Business

Eli Lilly shares rise as Zepbound weight-loss test shows solid success

Lilly said patients taking Zepbound lost about 20% of their weight on average compared with nearly 14% for Wegovy. The drug maker also said more patients taking Zepbound achieved at least 25% weight loss.

04/12/2024

Business

General Motors takes billion-dollar hit over losses in China

China has become an increasingly difficult market for foreign car makers, with BYD and other domestic companies raising their quality and cutting costs. The country is now also subsidising its own domestic car makers.

04/12/2024

USA

Trump cites Biden's pardoning of son in bid to quash hush money case

Borrowing from the language the incumbent US president used to pardon his son Hunter, the president-elect’s lawyers have argued that their client is the victim of "political theatre".

04/12/2024

Business

Bank of America signs again with FIFA for US-hosted Club World Cup

While games at the next World Cup, co-hosted with Canada and Mexico, will be watched by hundreds of millions globally mostly on free-to-air public networks, the Club World Cup broadcast picture is unclear.

04/12/2024

Culture news

Eminem's mother Debbie Nelson dies aged 69

Eminem disparaged his mother in many of his hit songs, with Debbie Nelson even suing her son for defamation in 1999. Over the years, their relationship seemed less tense, with the rapper apologizing for some of his lyrics.

04/12/2024

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Gaza survivor Nasser begins new chapter after tragic losses

Nasser and his mother arrived in Portland, Oregon, on Monday for medical treatment after surviving the Israel-Gaza conflict, where Nasser lost his two sisters and had his hand amputated, while his mother underwent a leg amputation.

03/12/2024

Travel News

Mexico set to increase cruise ship passenger taxes to fund the army

Cruise holidays to Mexico will get more expensive as one of the world’s busiest ports plans to add a passenger tax.

03/12/2024

Cinema

Most streamed movie of the past five years revealed

“See the line where the sky meets the sea? it calls me / And no one knows how far it goes...” It goes straight to the top of the streaming podium, that’s where.

03/12/2024

Tech News

US strengthens export controls for Chinese semiconductor companies

The rules include new controls on semiconductor manufacturing equipment and software tools, the US commerce department said.

03/12/2024

Culture news

Village People singer thanks Trump for using 'Y.M.C.A.'

Trump is notorious for using music at his campaign rallies without the artists’ permission. However, one musician is happy that Trump used his song - and has denied that it is a "gay anthem"...

03/12/2024

Tech News

Intel's CEO steps down amid financial woes at US chipmaker

Intel's CEO is stepping down after less than four years, underscoring the turmoil at the computer chipmaking company.

02/12/2024

Health news

Average adult could live 5 extra years with more exercise

The most workout-averse adults had the most to gain.

02/12/2024

Markets

Church urges El Salvador's president to keep ban on gold mining

The country banned all metals mining above ground and below in 2017 in order to protect the small country's water resources from contamination.

02/12/2024

Canada

Trump and Trudeau discussed border and trade following tariff threats

US President-elect Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met in Florida to discuss concerns about drugs and migrant flows.

02/12/2024

USA

Democrats frustrated with Biden's decision to pardon son Hunter

The move marks a significant reversal for Joe Biden who repeatedly said he would not use presidential authority to benefit his family members.

02/12/2024

Tech News

ChatGPT at two: What's next for the groundbreaking AI chatbot?

From two new releases of GPT-4, o1 to a new search engine and internal drama, ChatGPT and parent company OpenAI had a notable second year. What’s next?

30/11/2024

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Cute animals feast on Thanksgiving treats at Oregon Zoo

Animals at the Oregon Zoo celebrated Thanksgiving in style on Thursday, enjoying festive treats prepared by their keepers.

29/11/2024

Culture news

Beloved Mexican actress Silvia Pinal has died aged 93

One of Mexico's greatest cinema stars, Silvia Pinal has died.

29/11/2024

Tech News

Canada watchdog sues Google over alleged 'anti-competitive' ad conduct

The legal action is over online web advertising, the watchdog said.

29/11/2024

USA

Who is Trump's envoy for Ukraine and what is his plan for Russia?

US President-elect Donald Trump nominated retired General Keith Kellogg as a special Ukrainian peace envoy to lead negotiations on an end to Russia's full-scale war. Who is he, and what are his views on Russian invasion?

28/11/2024