TSMC, a major player in the chip industry, has been putting a lot of money into the U. S. to build a strong supply chain. However, there's a catch: Taiwan's laws are holding back the production of the most advanced chips in America. Taiwanese lawmakers and experts are worried. They think that if TS
Trump's recent move to block Venezuelan oil tankers is a big deal. It's a strong step against Venezuela's President Maduro. But it might not be the smartest move for the U. S. in the long run. The U. S. has been worried about China for a while. China might try to block Taiwan by sea. If that happen
In a move to stabilize the economy, Russia's central bank lowered its key interest rate to 16%. This decision came as inflation is easing, but the economy is still struggling to grow, partly due to the ongoing military actions in Ukraine. The central bank's announcement coincided with President Vla
The recent US inflation report has sparked debates. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) had to fill in missing data for October and November. They used old numbers and estimates to complete the picture. The BLS admitted they didn't collect new data for October. They also had trouble gathering all
In the small town of Patten, Maine, a recent fire has left a significant mark. The blaze started early Wednesday morning, consuming the Outback Garage and causing extensive damage to nearby buildings. The fire spread quickly, destroying the garage, an upstairs apartment, and the Hathaways Apartments
Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway is dealing with serious health issues. She has a lung condition called pulmonary fibrosis. This disease scars the lungs, making it hard for them to work. Doctors think she might need a lung transplant soon. The Norwegian Royal Palace shared this news. They said
Barcelona is preparing for a busy summer transfer window, with several spots in their team needing attention. Right-back is one of the positions that might need a new player. Currently, Jules Kounde is playing there, but he hasn't been consistent, and there's no backup. So, Barcelona might look for
Prices went up, but not as much as experts thought they would in November. This gave investors a glimmer of hope that inflation might be slowing down. The consumer price index (CPI) showed a 2. 7% annual increase, which was lower than the predicted 3. 1%. Even when you take out the wobbly prices of
Thursday is a big day for economists and folks keeping an eye on their wallets. That's when the latest inflation report comes out, giving us a peek at how much prices have changed. This is the first time in almost two months we're getting fresh data, thanks to that long government shutdown messing t
Moktar Diallo's journey from Mali to Mauritania was supposed to be a stepping stone to Europe. Instead, he finds himself stuck in Nouakchott, working long hours making bricks and dodging police patrols. The dream of reaching Spain's Canary Islands by boat has become increasingly difficult due to a c
