North Korean hackers infiltrated a widely used software tool, Axios, and slipped malicious code into it for several hours on Tuesday. The attackers gained control of a developer’s account and pushed bad updates to any business that pulled the package during that brief window. Companies across health
The U. S. Department of Labor is proposing a rule that could let 401(k) plans and other retirement accounts invest in things like cryptocurrencies and private market deals. This comes after President Trump issued an order last year asking the Labor Department to rethink how employers can add thes
Bahrain has shared a new version of a United Nations draft that aims to keep ships safe in the Strait of Hormuz. The change removes a clear link to strong enforcement rules, but still keeps wording that could allow countries to act if needed. The waterway is vital because about 20 % of the world’
A Republican senator announced plans to strengthen a U. S. ban that already stops Chinese car makers from selling passenger vehicles in America. The new bill would close any loopholes, ensuring that no Chinese car, software or partnership could reach U. S. roads. The senator also urged other nations
The president announced that the federal government would need to step in during the World Cup held in Los Angeles, stressing a desire to prevent any crime or unrest. He said officials would “force ourselves” onto the city, a phrase that hints at increased federal presence. The comment came as pa
The Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF, known as XLF, is showing warning signs that many investors find unsettling. Unlike other sector funds, this one moves the U. S. economy’s heartbeat; when it falters, markets often feel the tremor. Today’s data suggest that XLF is weak and its “vital signs” are d
Black Mirror isn’t just another sci-fi show about robots and spaceships. It’s a mirror held up to today’s tech habits, reflecting how close we already are to some of its wildest ideas. What makes the series stand out isn’t fancy effects or big explosions. It’s how it turns everyday tools—like social
Indonesia’s forests shrank by a striking 66% in 2025, the fastest rate in eight years, according to data from satellite imagery and field checks across 16 provinces. The country’s huge forest area, once one of the world’s richest in biodiversity, is being cleared at an alarming pace as it pursues am
Mexico’s president says the country will file a brief supporting a lawsuit that targets how U. S. immigration centers treat detainees. She also plans to raise the issue with the Organization of American States, which works on human rights. The focus is on poor water and medical care reported b
In times when everything feels shaky, leaders have a bigger job than before. They must decide fast and give people a sense of steadiness, but their words can be misread. A quick call to action that is meant to focus a team might feel like extra pressure. Tightening checks on work can reduce risk but
