Tech News
EU endorses its US data-sharing deal, as privacy advocates point to loopholes
The US is complying with a key framework that regulates how thousands of tech companies share information across the Atlantic, an initial review has found — but opponents complain the European Commission is marking its own homework.
Culture news
Taylor Swift and Dolly Parton lead donations for hurricane relief
Music superstars are contributing to the hurricane relief effort following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene and the ongoing destruction of Hurricane Milton. Taylor Swift has donated $5 million towards helping those affected, while Dolly Parton has also made a significant contribution.
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Markets
Euro falls to two-month low as Fed shows no rush for further rate cuts
The euro weakened to a two-month low against the US dollar following the release of the Federal Reserve meeting minutes. The trend is likely to continue due to shifting expectations about the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Federal Reserve's approach to interest rate cuts.
Culture news
Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces new assault allegations made by 120 people
Some of the 120 accusers have spoken to the FBI and more cases are still being reviewed. Sean 'Diddy' Combs is facing criminal charges of racketeering and sex trafficking. He is currently in federal custody after he was denied bail, which he is appealing.
Europe News
Harris rejects Ukraine ceding territory to achieve peace
The Democratic presidential nominee spoke alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as she unleashed the veiled criticism of Republican candidate Donald Trump's controversial push for Ukraine to quickly cut a deal to end the war.