The United States has granted annual licenses allowing Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix to ship chipmaking equipment to their facilities in China through 2026, sources familiar with the matter said Tuesday. The approval offers temporary regulatory clarity for the world’s leading memory chipmakers as Washington implements tighter controls on sensitive technology exports. The annual licensing … Read more
After decades confined to low Earth orbit, human spaceflight is again pushing outward. The Artemis II mission 2026 is expected to send astronauts around the moon for the first time in more than half a century, marking a crucial test of NASA’s next generation lunar program as global competition accelerates. The mission, now targeted for … Read more
A new report from Insider Gaming indicates that the next generation of video game consoles, including Sony’s PlayStation 6 and Microsoft’s follow up to the Xbox Series X, could face potential delays due to rising hardware costs driven by artificial intelligence demands. Industry analysts warn that RAM shortages and price surges could affect launch timelines … Read more
Cary Elwes is paying tribute to the late filmmaker Rob Reiner, remembering the acclaimed director as a mentor, collaborator and deeply compassionate figure whose influence extended far beyond the set of The Princess Bride. In an Instagram post shared Monday, Elwes reflected on his bond with Reiner, who died alongside his wife, Michele Reiner, in … Read more
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
