In a tense situation in Pakistan, four security officers were killed when Imran Khan’s supporters broke through barricades in the capital, Islamabad. The protesters, who want Khan’s release from jail and a change in the government due to alleged election fraud, clashed with law enforcement. The inte
Intel, a major player in semiconductor manufacturing, has received a substantial boost from the U. S. government. The Department of Commerce has awarded Intel $7. 865 billion to support domestic chip production. This funding is part of the CHIPS and Science Act, a law passed by President Joe Biden t
When Antony Blinken served as Secretary of State, some people praised his support for LGBT rights and gender equity. Others criticized his handling of rogue regimes and terrorists. However, one issue stood out: his treatment of Christians. Under Blinken, many Christians faced persecution, especially
Lately, certain U. S. politicians are concerned about Hong Kong's changing role in the world of money. They're urging the government to take a closer look at its banking ties with Hong Kong. Ever since the Chinese government tightened their grip with a security law in 2020, Hong Kong has been linked
Many cryptocurrencies rely on a system called proof-of-work. This means certain people, often called miners, solve complex math problems to validate transactions. It’s thought that this system is secure because miners are rewarded for following the rules. But there’s a worry that some miners might t
Citadel's founder Ken Griffin hinted that he might sell a small part of his hedge fund someday. He made this comment at an event in New York. Griffin said it was a smart move to sell a piece of Citadel Securities to Sequoia and Paradigm in 2022. This deal put the firm's value at $22 billion. Griffi
Investors seem to be feeling more at ease with Donald Trump's choice for Treasury secretary. At 5:42 a. m. ET, the 10-year Treasury yield dropped by over 6 basis points to 4. 347%, while the 2-year yield fell by more than 2 basis points to 4. 348%. This change came as investors considered Trump's se
Damian Williams, the U. S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, will be leaving his post at the end of his term in December. This news came from the U. S. Attorney’s Office in a recent announcement. Williams has held this prestigious role since 2021, when President Biden appointed him upo
Ever thought about how roofs can affect the air we breathe? Scientists have been exploring how chemicals from asphalt roofs contribute to tiny particles in the air, called secondary organic aerosols (SOAs). These particles can be harmful to our health. A recent study aimed to figure out just how muc
Business leaders are letting out a collective sigh of relief after President-elect Donald Trump picked Scott Bessent to lead the Department of Treasury. Bessent, a 62-year-old hedge fund executive, faced some internal debates before securing the role. His global investment experience and bipartisan
