Meta to Push for Younger Users With New AI Chatbot Characters
September 24, 2023
Facebook’s parent is developing bots with personalities, including a “sassmaster general” robot that answers questions.
International
‘It’s crunch time’ to reach the SDGs, Mohammed tells Global Citizen Festival
September 24, 2023
Despite pouring rain, around 60,000 advocates, artists, influencers and concerned citizens were in New York’s iconic Central Park on Saturday night, where they heard the deputy UN chief issue a clarion call to mobilize for change.
McDonald’s to raise royalty fees for new franchised restaurants for first time in nearly 30 years
September 23, 2023
McDonald's franchise royalty fees for U.S. restaurants will rise from 4% to 5% for operators opening new locations.
Ukraine targets a key Crimean city a day after striking Russia’s Black Sea Fleet headquarters
September 23, 2023
Ukraine on Saturday morning launched another missile attack on Sevastopol on the occupied Crimean Peninsula, a Russian-installed official said.
I took Finland’s free masterclass on happiness: Here are 3 things I learned
September 23, 2023
Finland is the No. 1 happiest country in the world, and they're offering a free masterclass about happiness. Here's what I learned from the course.
Rescuing Men From Rage Rabbit Holes
September 23, 2023
The “manosphere” is full of troubled young men. These organizations are trying to pull them out.
Russian Foreign Minister hits out at West’s ‘empire of lies’
September 23, 2023
Russia’s Foreign Minister told the UN General Assembly on Saturday that a new world order is being born through a struggle between a neocolonial minority and a “global majority” seeking to end decades of Western domination.
Saudi Foreign Minister outlines plans for better, greener Middle East
September 23, 2023
All nations must honour the UN Charter, including the non-use of force and respect for human rights, the Foreign Affairs Minister of Saudi Arabia told the UN General Assembly on Saturday.
At UN, Horn of Africa nations urge global solidarity and real reform
September 23, 2023
As UN General Assembly’s general debate continued Saturday, Horn of Africa nations made a strong plea for action to rescue a world teetering on the precipice of climate catastrophe and struggling under the weight of an outdated and unfair global financ...
Taiwan raises concerns about situation ‘getting out of hand’ with China drills
September 23, 2023
China has not commented about the drills around Taiwan.
The Latest Twists in the Tensions Between Elon Musk and Tim Cook
September 23, 2023
Billionaire’s ambitions for his social-media company run up against Apple
The U.S. federal government is headed into a shutdown. What does it mean, who’s hit and what’s next?
September 23, 2023
A shutdown happens when the U.S. Congress fails to pass some type of funding legislation that is signed into law by the president.
EU does not want to decouple from China but must protect itself, says EU trade chief
September 23, 2023
The EU posted record bilateral trade with China last year, but it is "very unbalanced," the bloc's Executive Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis said Saturday.
No deal yet as Hollywood writers, studios talk for third straight day
September 23, 2023
No agreement was announced as the strike reached its 144th day.
Street Fighter, Resident Evil developer says it plans to tap on synergy between gaming and movies
September 23, 2023
With its new production studio in Hollywood, Japanese game developer Capcom will not only aim to capture gamers, but moviegoers as well.
The Most Important Tech Company You’ve Never Heard of Is a Major Reason Computers Keep Getting Faster
September 23, 2023
Few people outside of semiconductor manufacturing have ever heard of Applied Materials and its competitors—but what they do is more essential than ever to maintaining the global pace of technological progress.
Apple closes little changed as new iPhone is released. How to play the stock
September 22, 2023
Pros on CNBC debated Apple after the company launched its highly anticipated iPhone 15 on Friday.
Bill Gates: ‘Republicans for climate change action are gold’
September 22, 2023
Bill Gates talked during New York Climate Week about why it's critical that the US maintain its investment in clean technology across many administrations.
Dow slides 100 points on Friday, S&P 500 and Nasdaq post worst weeks since March after Fed update: Live updates
September 22, 2023
The stock market is poised to end the week with steep losses.
Apple CEO Tim Cook appears in New York to celebrate iPhone 15 release
September 22, 2023
Customers flocked to Apple stores Friday to get their hands on the new devices.
UAW targets 38 facilities at GM and Stellantis for expanded strikes, skips Ford
September 22, 2023
The strikes at the GM and Stellantis parts suppliers will add roughly 5,600 auto workers to the UAW's ongoing strikes at the Detroit automakers.
The One Tool You Need to Make Your Lawn Look Superb This Fall
September 22, 2023
While a mower will get your grass looking good, you’ll need this Swiss Army knife of gardening to make it—and your entire yard—look great.
Biden tells Zelenskyy that U.S. sending Ukraine ATACMS long-range missiles
September 22, 2023
Some in Washington had resisted supplying the weapons system, known as “attack-ems,” out of fear that it would widen the war with Russia.
Amazon is bringing ads to Prime Video — the ad-free option will cost an extra $2.99 a month
September 22, 2023
Amazon's Prime Video is joining the list of streaming services that will have an ad-supported option.
Shein shifts shipping strategy to bring China-made goods closer to U.S. shoppers
September 22, 2023
Until recently, Shein has made many American purchasers face wait times of up to two weeks or more to receive their goods.
‘I don’t care’: ‘Sportswashing’ comments from Saudi crown prince spark anger from rights groups
September 22, 2023
"We've now heard from the top that this is state policy," a director at Human Rights Watch said.
New York is a tech startup hotbed after almost a decade-long run of IPOs
September 22, 2023
New York's successful tech entrepreneurs are helping the next generation raise capital for emerging startups
Russia’s indefinite ban on diesel exports threatens to aggravate a global shortage
September 22, 2023
Market participants are concerned Russia's decision to tighten oil supplies could cause problems for the world's refiners.
‘The world cannot afford Cold War 2.0,’ Pakistan leader tells UN Assembly
September 22, 2023
As tensions between global powers continue to escalate with the rise of new and old military and political blocs, “geo-politics is resurging when geo-economics should be at the top of the international agenda, the Prime Minister of Pakistan told the UN...
UN calls for ‘clear-eyed’ vision for peace and security, as peacebuilders meet in New York
September 22, 2023
Following the UN chief’s appeal this week for a fresh approach to global peace and security, UN Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) countries convened on Friday to discuss the best way forward.
We can’t keep putting the interest of the few before the lives of many, Mia Mottley says at UN
September 22, 2023
“Are we going to be too late for the SDGs?” Mia Mottley asked world leaders at the UN General Assembly on Friday, challenging them to “summon the determination to make the fundamental governance changes” that will turn the vision of sustainable develop...
World must pass ‘AI stress test’, UK Deputy PM says, announcing summit
September 22, 2023
The United Kingdom will be holding a summit on artificial intelligence (AI) so that nations can come together to “understand it, govern it, harness its potential and contain its risks”, Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden told the UN General Assembly o...
Haitian Prime Minister calls for urgent deployment of multinational force to quash gang violence
September 22, 2023
Addressing the UN General Assembly on Friday, Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry again appealed for international support to combat rampant gang violence – one element of the multi-dimensional crisis affecting his country.
Shun path of confrontation and work together for the SDGs, urges Bangladesh leader
September 22, 2023
The Prime Minister of Bangladesh on Friday appealed to world leaders gathered at the UN “to shun the path of war and confrontation, and to work collectively for enduring peace ... and economic prosperity for our people and future generations.”
Iraqi Prime Minister highlights national priorities focused on people
September 22, 2023
A spirit of consensus prevails in Iraq, with a broad political coalition now governing the nation, encompassing all aspects of society, Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al Sudani said on Friday.
Don’t turn back the clock, work together and ‘get the future right’, urges Prime Minister of Malta
September 22, 2023
To make multilateralism work in this age of insecurity we need to ensure that a much wider group of voices are heard – in this United Nations, and around the globe, the Prime Minister of Malta said on Friday.
World News in Brief: Healthcare crisis in DRC, Türk slams Iran hijab law, welcomes new India bill boosting women
September 22, 2023
In eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), increasing armed violence, forced displacement and devastating floods have fuelled deadly disease outbreaks and jeopardized healthcare, the UN health agency (WHO) said on Friday.
Israel on the cusp of historic peace with Saudi Arabia, Netanyahu announces at UN
September 22, 2023
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Friday that Israel is at the cusp of a “dramatic breakthrough”: a historic peace deal between his country and Saudi Arabia.