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iPhone 13 specs: Pre-orders to open later this week

Sep 15, 2021 09:52 am UTC| Technology

After months of speculations and tracking information leaks, Apple has finally unveiled the iPhone 13 series on Tuesday. Tech fans now have the full picture of their specifications and features, giving them enough time to...

Google Pixel 6 Pro specs: 1440p resolution with 120Hz refresh rate is reportedly achievable in upcoming device

Sep 15, 2021 09:22 am UTC| Technology

The wait for the Google Pixel 6 series might still drag on for a month or more, but a new report might have revealed most of the Pixel 6 Pro technical specs already. The upcoming premium flagship will reportedly deliver...

‘Diablo 2: Resurrected’ developers say they have ideas for new content, but they’re focused on the core game for now

Sep 15, 2021 08:51 am UTC| Technology

Blizzard Entertainment has been clear that Diablo 2: Resurrected will be a remastered version of the original game. While the developers are not making any promises about introducing all-new content, it seems like a...

PS5 second major update goes live this week with 3D audio on TV speakers, UX enhancements, and SSD expansion

Sep 15, 2021 08:24 am UTC| Technology

The second major PS5 update is going live this week and it will be available for gamers worldwide. Sony confirmed that it will deliver some of the highly anticipated features, including support for SSD expansion, 3D audio...

Samsung One UI 4.0 release date: How to join the beta program to try the Android 12-based update

Sep 15, 2021 07:11 am UTC| Technology

Google confirmed that the full version of Android 12 will be released in a few weeks. It is then not surprising that companies making smartphones running the Android operating system are also making their preparations for...

AirPods 3 and other things that Apple did not announce at the iPhone 13 event

Sep 15, 2021 06:51 am UTC| Technology

Apple fans have had a good idea of what devices would be announced at the companys fall launch event on Tuesday, thanks to various insiders. However, the tech giant still managed to pull some surprises when anticipated...

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE specs: Exynos-powered variant is listed on Google Play Console

Sep 14, 2021 10:22 am UTC| Technology

One aspect of the Galaxy S21 FE technical specifications is expected to change as the device might also ship with a variant powered by an Exynos chip. Samsung has yet to confirm the rumors, but tech fans might already have...

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Economy

Trump Revises U.S. Tariffs on Copper, Aluminum, and Steel Imports Through 2027

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a new proclamation modifying tariffs on selected imports containing copper, aluminum, and steel, introducing targeted relief measures for key industrial and agricultural sectors while...

Japan Weighs Two-Year Food Tax Cut Starting in 2027 to Ease Cost-of-Living Pressure

Japan is considering a temporary reduction in its food sales tax as part of broader efforts to support households struggling with rising living costs. According to a report by the Mainichi newspaper, the government is...

China’s Companion Economy Booms as Young People Pay for Friendship and Travel Partners in 2026

Chinas rapidly expanding companion economy is transforming the way people socialize, travel, and seek emotional support, creating new income opportunities for young workers while reshaping traditional social interactions....

Australia Minimum Wage to Rise 4.75% as Inflation Pressures Persist

. Australias lowest-paid workers will receive a 4.75% minimum wage increase starting July 1, 2026, following a decision by the Fair Work Commission (FWC). The wage adjustment comes as the country continues to face...

US Stock Futures Slip as Iran Tensions Rise and AI-Fueled Tech Rally Loses Steam

U.S. stock index futures moved lower on Monday evening as growing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and uncertainty surrounding U.S.-Iran negotiations weighed on investor sentiment. Concerns over a prolonged...

Politics

Los Angeles World Cup Security Plans: No ICE Immigration Enforcement at FIFA 2026 Matches, Officials Say

Federal officials have assured Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna that civil immigration enforcement operations will not take place at FIFA World Cup 2026 matches or related events in the Los Angeles area, according to...

Russian Missile and Drone Attack Hits Kyiv, Injures Civilians and Damages Residential Buildings

A large-scale Russian attack struck Kyiv in the early hours of June 2, leaving at least four people injured and causing significant damage to residential buildings across the Ukrainian capital, according to local officials...

Lebanon-Israel Partial Ceasefire Announced as Regional Tensions Remain High in 2026

Lebanon has announced a partial ceasefire agreement between Hezbollah and Israel, marking a limited step toward de-escalation in a conflict that has claimed thousands of lives and intensified broader Middle East tensions...

Denmark’s Mette Frederiksen Secures Third Term with New Centre-Left Coalition Government

Denmark Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has secured a third consecutive term in office after reaching an agreement to form a new centre-left coalition government, ending months of political uncertainty following the...

Zelenskiy Warns of Possible Massive Russian Strike as Ukraine Remains on High Alert

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has warned that intelligence reports continue to indicate the possibility of a large-scale Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine, urging citizens to remain vigilant and closely...

Science

Blue Origin New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Launch Pad Test, Delaying Space Ambitions

Blue Origin suffered a major setback after its uncrewed New Glenn rocket exploded during a launch pad test in Florida on Thursday, raising new challenges for Jeff Bezos space company as it competes with Elon Musks SpaceX...

SpaceX Delays Starship V3 Launch Ahead of Potential Record IPO

SpaceX on Thursday postponed the highly anticipated launch of its 12th Starship rocket test from Texas after technical issues interrupted the final countdown. The company now plans to attempt the Starship V3 launch again...

Trump Administration Releases New UFO Files and Apollo Mission Records

The U.S. Defense Department has released dozens of previously classified UFO-related files following an order from President Donald Trump, sparking renewed debate over unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and government...

China vs. NASA: The New Moon Race and What's at Stake by 2030

The space race is back and this time, its a direct competition between the United States and China for dominance on the lunar surface. NASAs Artemis II mission recently made history when four astronauts flew farther into...

NASA Artemis II: First Crewed Moon Mission Since Apollo Takes Four Astronauts on 10-Day Lunar Journey

NASAs Artemis II mission launched Wednesday, marking humanitys return to crewed lunar exploration for the first time since the Apollo era. Carrying four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft, this historic 10-day mission...

Technology

HPE Raises 2026 Outlook After Record Q2 Revenue Fueled by AI Server Demand

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) delivered record-breaking second-quarter results, driven by surging demand for AI infrastructure, enterprise servers, and networking solutions. The strong performance prompted the...

Alphabet Unveils $80 Billion Capital Raise to Accelerate AI Expansion, Secures $10 Billion Backing from Berkshire Hathaway

Alphabet Inc. has announced an ambitious $80 billion equity fundraising plan aimed at supporting the rapidly growing costs of artificial intelligence infrastructure and expanding its computing capacity. The move highlights...

Anthropic Files for IPO, Signaling a New Era for Public AI Investments in 2026

Anthropic, the public benefit corporation behind the widely used Claude family of artificial intelligence models, has officially taken a significant step toward becoming a publicly traded company. The AI startup announced...

Morgan Stanley Upgrades Winbond and Nanya to Overweight on Strong Memory Chip Market Outlook

Morgan Stanley has upgraded two major Greater China semiconductor stocks, Winbond Electronics Corp. and Nanya Technology Corp., from Equal-weight to Overweight, citing strengthening memory chip prices and expanding growth...

SoftBank Becomes Japan’s Most Valuable Company as AI-Fueled Rally Drives Shares to Record High

SoftBank Group Corp. (TYO: 9984) surged to a record high on Monday, driven by growing investor confidence in the artificial intelligence sector and the companys expanding exposure to AI-related technologies. The Japanese...