Adnan Rasheed
Meta Platforms Inc. said Monday it would acquire Manus, a Chinese founded artificial intelligence startup now based in Singapore, as the Facebook owner steps up efforts to expand advanced AI capabilities across its ecosystem. The acquisition, which comes amid a surge of global investment in autonomous AI agents, reflects Meta’s strategy to integrate tools that … Read more
SALT LAKE CITY — A Utah judge ruled Monday that transcripts and audio recordings from an earlier court hearing in the Charlie Kirk shooting case could be released with redactions, marking a significant development in a case that has drawn national attention. During a virtual court session, Judge Tony Graf outlined which portions of the … Read more
Gold and silver prices are beginning to slide after reaching record highs in recent months, affecting both investors and everyday consumers, industry analysts said. The decline is noticeable across retail sectors, from jewelry stores to large wholesale outlets. Gold (GC=F) and silver (SI=F) soared earlier this year, fueled by inflation concerns, global economic uncertainty, and … Read more
Silver prices retreated sharply Monday after briefly surpassing $80 an ounce for the first time, halting a record breaking rally driven by surging Chinese investment demand. Gold also fell in its steepest decline in two months as traders reevaluated the metals’ rapid gains. Spot silver fell 9.2 percent to $71.96 an ounce in New York … Read more
Boxing champion Anthony Joshua was injured Monday in a fatal car crash in Nigeria that killed two passengers, officials said. The incident occurred on the Ogun Lagos Expressway, a major highway connecting the southwestern state of Ogun with the commercial hub of Lagos. Nigerian authorities confirmed that Joshua sustained minor injuries and was receiving medical … Read more
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Mid-South power outages affected thousands of customers Sunday evening after strong winds moved through the region ahead of a cold front, downing tree limbs and damaging power lines, according to multiple utility providers. Memphis Light, Gas and Water reported that more than six thousand customers were without power as of late Sunday, … Read more
China’s military launched large scale joint drills around Taiwan on Monday, dispatching air, naval and rocket forces in what Beijing described as a stern warning against separatist activity and external interference. The exercises prompted Taiwan to place its armed forces on high alert, underscoring the fragility of security in the Taiwan Strait as tensions deepen … Read more
SEOUL, South Korea — In the latest NewJeans ADOR update, the K-pop group’s managing agency confirmed changes to the status of three remaining members following a Seoul court ruling that upheld the validity of exclusive contracts with HYBE subsidiary ADOR. The company said member Hanni has decided to return and remain with the label, Minji … Read more
Olivia Culpo is already curating a personal keepsake collection for her five month old daughter, Colette, including her iconic pageant gowns, wedding dress, and the infant’s early wardrobe. The 33 year old model and actress shared the details with People magazine, revealing her commitment to preserving mementos for her child’s future. “I save everything,” Culpo … Read more
More than a decade after its release, the cult favorite video game Sleeping Dogs is edging closer to the big screen. Actor Simu Liu, who has been spearheading efforts to adapt the game into a film, confirmed this week that Indonesian action director Timo Tjahjanto has signed on to direct the Sleeping Dogs movie adaptation. … Read more
