Trump G20 South Africa decision raises tensions between Washington and Pretoria

Donald Trump in discussion with South African President during meeting amid Trump G20 South Africa decision controversy

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Friday that no US government officials will attend this month’s Group of 20 summit in South Africa, citing what he described as “human rights abuses” against white Afrikaners.  The decision marks one of the most significant diplomatic snubs of a G20 host nation in recent history and underscores growing … Read more

Flight cuts begin across US as shutdown strains air travel

Air traffic controller shortage causing flight delays at a busy US airport

A wave of flight cancellations swept across the United States on Friday as the federal government shutdown began to ripple through the nation’s air travel network.  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) directed airlines to scale back flights at major airports, citing the impact of staffing shortages among air traffic controllers now working without pay. While … Read more

Elon Musk says Tesla chip factory may be gigantic to power self driving cars and humanoid robots

Elon Musk speaking at an event with a semiconductor chip and Tesla logo in the background, symbolizing Tesla’s plan to build a gigantic chip factory.

AUSTIN, Texas — Tesla CEO Elon Musk said Thursday that the electric vehicle maker will likely build a “gigantic” semiconductor factory to produce custom chips for its self driving cars and humanoid robots, marking one of the company’s most ambitious hardware ventures yet. Speaking at Tesla’s annual shareholder meeting, Musk said the company’s long term … Read more

Pluribus Review: Rhea Seehorn Anchors Vince Gilligan’s Genre Bending Drama on Apple TV

Rhea Seehorn as Carol Sturka in Vince Gilligan’s Apple TV drama Pluribus, standing pensively in a softly lit room, reflecting the show’s themes of isolation and identity.

LOS ANGELES — Apple TV’s latest original series Pluribus marks a striking return for Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul creator Vince Gilligan, pairing him once again with acclaimed actress Rhea Seehorn in a project that defies conventional television genres.  The nine episode series, which premiered Friday, offers a mix of science fiction, dark comedy, … Read more

Take Two stock drops 7% after Grand Theft Auto VI delay to November 2026

Computer screen showing Take-Two Interactive stock drop after Grand Theft Auto VI delay announcement.

Take Two Interactive Software’s stock tumbled 7% in after hours trading Thursday after its subsidiary Rockstar Games announced another delay in the release of Grand Theft Auto VI, pushing the long awaited launch to Nov. 19, 2026.  The setback marks the latest in a series of postponements for what is widely considered one of the … Read more

Starlink Veon satellite deal marks global breakthrough in direct to cell connectivity race

Elon Musk announces Starlink Veon satellite deal expanding global direct-to-cell connectivity network

Elon Musk’s Starlink, a division of SpaceX, has signed its largest global direct to cell partnership to date with telecommunications group Veon, giving the satellite internet provider potential access to more than 150 million users across Asia and Eastern Europe.  The agreement, announced Thursday, marks a major step in the fast growing race to bring … Read more

Sarah Friar Clarifies OpenAI Government Backstop Remarks Amid $1.4 Trillion AI Infrastructure Push

Sarah Friar, OpenAI CFO, clarifies comments about OpenAI government backstop during WSJ Tech Live event, emphasizing private investment in AI infrastructure.

SAN FRANCISCO — OpenAI Chief Financial Officer Sarah Friar clarified late Wednesday that the artificial intelligence company is not seeking a government backstop for its ambitious infrastructure projects, following remarks at a Wall Street Journal technology conference that sparked widespread speculation about federal involvement. In a LinkedIn post, Friar said her earlier use of the … Read more

FAA flight cuts hit California airports hard amid prolonged government shutdown

Grounded airplanes at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) as FAA flight cuts impact major California airports during government shutdown.

LOS ANGELES — California’s busiest airports are preparing for significant disruptions as the Federal Aviation Administration announced plans to cut air traffic by 10 percent at 40 major airports nationwide to preserve safety during the ongoing federal government shutdown. Five California airports Los Angeles International (LAX), San Diego International, Ontario International, Oakland International and San … Read more

Trump weight loss drug price cuts: Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk agree to lower obesity drug costs, expand Medicare coverage

President Donald Trump announces landmark Trump weight loss drug price cuts with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to make GLP-1 weight loss drugs affordable for Medicare and Medicaid patients starting in 2026.

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday announced new agreements with pharmaceutical giants Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to slash the prices of their blockbuster weight loss medications, in what the administration called a landmark step to make obesity treatments affordable. The Trump weight loss drug price cuts will lower costs for Medicare and Medicaid … Read more

Washington shutdown becomes longest in US history as economic strain deepens

The U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C., with a red “Closed” sign in the foreground, symbolizing the Washington shutdown and government closure.

WASHINGTON — The federal government shutdown has entered uncharted territory, becoming the longest in US history as lawmakers struggle to find common ground.  The record breaking stoppage, which surpassed the previous mark set during President Donald Trump’s first term, has begun to ripple through nearly every corner of American life from airports to grocery store … Read more