Dell Terminates Agreement With VMware After Broadcom Acquisition
January 31, 2024
Broadcom in November closed its $69 billion deal to acquire VMware, a virtualization technology company.
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Navient to Transfer Student-Loan Servicing Following Business Review
January 31, 2024
Navient is looking to reduce its expense base by about $400 million, based on its 2023 operating expenses.
Can Apple’s $3,499 Vision Pro Headset Win Over Wary Consumers?
January 31, 2024
The company’s first new product in nearly a decade has received pushback from some app developers.
Elon Musk Says Neuralink Has Implanted Brain Chip in Human
January 31, 2024
The announcement represents a potential milestone in the development of “brain-computer interface” technology.
I Worked, Cooked and Even Skied With the New Apple Vision Pro
January 30, 2024
Our columnist wore Apple’s new mixed-reality headset for a week to see what it’s for.
‘No substitute’ for UNRWA’s lifesaving work in Gaza: Senior Humanitarian Coordinator
January 30, 2024
No organization can be a substitute for the UN agency assisting Palestinians, UNRWA, in the war-ravaged Gaza Strip, the Organization’s senior coordinator for the enclave said on Tuesday.
World News in Brief: Response plan for Somalia launched, mass executions in Iraq, Ukraine update, new European heat record
January 30, 2024
The UN and partners launched the 2024 Humanitarian Response Plan for Somalia on Tuesday, calling for $1.6 billion to assist 5.2 million people across the Horn of Africa nation.
Gaza: Aid cuts to UN agency could be felt in weeks
January 30, 2024
Donor funding cuts stemming from Israel’s allegations against a dozen staff members at the UN agency for Palestine refugees, UNRWA, will be felt within weeks, the UN Spokesperson said on Tuesday, as fears grow that consequences on the ground could cont...
USA: Rights experts slam ‘outrageous’ execution of inmate by nitrogen gas suffocation
January 30, 2024
Experts appointed by the UN Human Rights Council unequivocally condemned the recent execution of an American inmate by nitrogen gas inhalation – the first time ever that the method has been used.
TikTok Struggles to Protect U.S. Data From Its China Parent
January 30, 2024
The video-sharing app said it had walled off American data in Project Texas, but employees said data is still sometimes shared with its China-based parent.
Black Americans are not ‘enthusiastic’ about reparations, don’t believe it’s politically feasible: Report
January 29, 2024
Progressive politicians and activists are having difficulty making the case to Black Americans that reparations are possible, according to a recent report.
White House: Developers of ‘powerful AI systems’ now have to report safety test results to government
January 29, 2024
The White House says under a President Biden executive order, companies developing “powerful AI systems" now must report safety test results to the government
European Union leaders grow frustrated as Hungary blocks $54 billion in aid for Ukraine
January 29, 2024
The war between Russia and Ukraine has reached a crucial point, with Ukraine struggling economically and seeking support from the European Union, officials say.
49ers’ Brandon Aiyuk talks spectacular TD catch vs Lions: ‘Great luck’
January 29, 2024
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk made a wild catch in the NFC Championship and said after the game he got a little bit of luck in the pregame.
Gunmen kill 52, injure 64 in disputed South Sudan territory
January 29, 2024
52 people have been reported dead following an attack by gunmen in South Sudan's oil-rich Abyei region, the subject of a territorial dispute with Sudan.
UK to ban disposable vapes, restrict flavored e-cigarettes ‘specifically marketed’ to kids: ‘We must act’
January 29, 2024
U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said his government will carry out several actions to curb nicotine use, including the ban of disposable vapes.
Not since 1892: Trump vs Biden 2024 will be a race between two incumbents
January 29, 2024
The Iowa caucuses and New Hampshire primary are over. It looks like the 2024 presidential race will now be between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Here's why the president has an advantage.
Philadelphia police kill suspect who shot, wounded officer at corner store
January 29, 2024
Alexander Spencer, 28, was fatally shot by police at a Philadelphia corner store after he shot an officer in the thigh during a struggle.
Italy’s Meloni opens Africa summit with plans to curb dangerous migration
January 29, 2024
Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni hosted a summit of African leaders on Monday, aiming to address migration flows, energy diversification and Europe-Africa ties.
Former NJ public works chief gets probation after using town labor for housework, campaign help
January 29, 2024
Former Superintendent James Wiley, 78, of the North Bergen, New Jersey, Department of Public Works has been sentenced to probation for the routine misuse of town employees' labor.
2 arrested in Mississippi after baby found behind dumpsters of mobile home park
January 29, 2024
Two people were arrested in an investigation into the abandonment of a newborn girl who was found behind dumpsters at the Grove of Cayce mobile home park in MS.
Protesting French farmers plan ‘siege of the capital’ in Paris, rejecting government concessions
January 29, 2024
France mobilized 15,000 police officers and tanks as farmers protesting high costs, regulations and EU climate measures plan a "siege" of Paris on Monday.
Ex-Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte launches allegations at successor, sparking political rift
January 29, 2024
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has accused his successor, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., of drug addiction and seeking to extend his power by removing term limits.
Kate Middleton returns home after abdominal surgery and long hospital stay: ‘Making good progress’
January 29, 2024
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has returned home following a scheduled abdominal surgery, Kensington Palace has announced. The Princess of Wales was hospitalized for several days.
Red states pushing to block abortion measures from statewide ballots ahead of 2024 election
January 29, 2024
Legislators in Mississippi and Missouri are blocking abortion ballot measures, arguing out-of-state cash cows are running the measures through.
Manchin ‘absolutely’ can see himself as president, thinks Biden health or Trump conviction could give opening
January 29, 2024
Joe Manchin is privately making the case that a "health scare" for Biden or a "conviction" for Trump could give him an opportunity to make a serious presidential run.
Sri Lankan fishing boat crew may have been abducted by Somali pirates, diplomats say
January 29, 2024
Sri Lanka is in communication with Somali authorities after a fishing vessel and its crew were suspected to be abducted by Somali pirates, officials say.
Gaza: ‘Simply not enough food’ to go around, warn UN humanitarians
January 29, 2024
Ongoing hostilities across the Gaza Strip have been “particularly intense” in the southern city of Khan Younis, UN humanitarians warned on Monday, as the UN agency for Palestinians, UNWRA, reported that its shelters were now four times over-capacity.
Tennessee convicted sex offender captured after he ‘walked off’ and escaped from jail, sheriff says
January 29, 2024
Jack Janes was captured Friday after escaping the Putnam County Jail in Tennessee through a door that was accidentally left unlocked, authorities said.
Iran says claims it is linked to Jordan drone attack, deaths of US soldiers are ‘baseless’
January 29, 2024
Iran is claiming no link to a deadly attack on U.S. service members in Jordan that Biden says was carried out by “radical Iran-backed militant groups."
Putin officially registers as candidate in Russia’s presidential election, expected to extend 24-year reign
January 29, 2024
Russia's election commission has officially registered President Vladimir Putin as a candidate for the upcoming March presidential election, officials say.
Suspect dead, 2 officers wounded after Florida Space Coast shootout
January 29, 2024
Two police officers were shot after responding to a domestic call along FL's Space Coast. The shooter was killed, and neither officer sustained life-threatening injuries.
Pakistan and Iran vow collaboration to improve security after fatal airstrikes
January 29, 2024
Pakistan and Iran have agreed to enhance security cooperation following deadly airstrikes by both countries this month. The airstrikes targeted militant groups along the border.
Biden facing pressure to confront Iran, ‘SNL’ mocked for Trump parody and more top headlines
January 29, 2024
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Austria suspends payments to UNRWA amid Israeli allegations UN workers helped, celebrated Hamas
January 29, 2024
Austria became the 12th country to suspend payments to the UNRWA amid allegations that some of its workers helped and celebrated the Oct. 7 Hamas-led attack on Israel communities.
Iran-backed militia attack update: 34 US service members injured, 8 evacuated from Jordan
January 29, 2024
The number of U.S. service members injured in an attack by Iran-backed militias on a base in Jordan rose late Sunday to 34, including eight who had to be evacuated.
UN chief urges countries to reverse UNRWA funding suspension
January 28, 2024
Secretary-General António Guterres has appealed to the countries that suspended funding to the UN agency assisting Palestine refugees (UNRWA) to reconsider their decisions, to ensure continuity of its vital humanitarian operations.
From The Field: Story of an aid worker trying to survive in Gaza
January 28, 2024
A humanitarian worker in Gaza has been documenting her struggles after being displaced on numerous occasions as she and her family flee ongoing bombardments by Israeli forces.