In Myanmar and across Southeast Asia, a grim reality unfolds behind the screens of our devices. Over 200, 000 individuals have been lured into scam compounds, where they are forced to commit fraud under threats of violence. These victims, often professionals like teachers and engineers, are promised legitimate jobs but instead find themselves trapped, their passports...
Numerai, a unique hedge fund based in San Francisco, just raised a whopping $30 million in its Series C funding round. This round was led by some big-name university endowments and valued the company at a cool $500 million. That's a huge jump from its 2023 valuation! J. P. Morgan Asset Management also made a big move by committing up to $500 million to Numerai’s hed...
Thanksgiving isn't just about turkey and pie. It's a day with a powerful history of helping others. After World War II, America showed this in a big way. In 1946, U. S. soldiers in Germany shared a Thanksgiving meal with local kids. These children were amazed by simple things like oranges, which were hard to find in post-war Germany. The next year, 1947, saw an incr...
The entertainment world is buzzing with big moves. Middle Eastern investors are eyeing major stakes in Hollywood studios. This isn't just about money. It's about power and influence. Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE are not just watching from the sidelines anymore. They are stepping into the game. Reports suggest that these countries are looking to invest heavily in...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the current Health Secretary, has made some big changes to the CDC's website. He told The New York Times that he personally asked for these changes. The CDC used to say that vaccines don't cause autism. Now, the website says that this statement isn't based on solid evidence. This change has caused a lot of confusion and worry. Many scientists...
Bitcoin's value has been on a rollercoaster lately, causing quite a stir in financial markets. It dipped sharply early Friday, almost dropping below the crucial $80, 000 mark. This isn't just a small blip; it's part of a bigger downward trend that started in October, with many investors pulling out of risky assets. The biggest cryptocurrency saw its value hit $80, 5...
A police officer in Ohio has been cleared of all charges, including murder, in the shooting death of a pregnant Black woman during a shoplifting investigation. The officer, Connor Grubb, faced a possible life sentence for the fatal encounter that took place in a supermarket parking lot. The verdict was met with silence in the courtroom, while Ta'Kiya Young's grandmo...
A painting by Frida Kahlo just made headlines. It sold for $55 million at an auction in New York. This isn't just any painting. It's a self-portrait called \"El sueño (La cama)\". It shows Frida asleep in a bed with a skeleton above her. She painted it in 1940, a year full of ups and downs in her life. The painting is special for another reason. It's the most expens...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been making waves with his "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) initiative. Recently, he was celebrated at a high-profile event in Washington, where he received praise from the vice president and top tech executives. Yet, not everyone is happy with the direction MAHA is taking. Some of Kennedy's supporters and former employees have been voca...
The job market is changing fast. AI is taking over tasks that used to be done by people. This makes many wonder if college is still a good investment. Tuition is going up, and the future of work is uncertain. Some big names like Steve Jobs and Bill Gates dropped out of college and still succeeded. But college has always been seen as a way to a better life. Now, busin...