In a bold move, China's President Xi Jinping proposed the creation of a global AI governing body during the APEC summit. This proposal positions China as a key player in the international AI landscape, offering an alternative to the US's stance on AI regulation. Xi emphasized that this new organizat
The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced it will release important crop reports in November, despite the ongoing government shutdown. This includes the monthly crop supply and demand report, which was skipped in October due to the shutdown. The report, originally planned for November
Virginia's men's soccer team pulled off a thrilling 1-0 win against SMU, securing the 2025 ACC regular-season championship. The game was tense, with both teams struggling to create many clear-cut chances. The Cavaliers dominated possession but found it tough to break through SMU's defense. In the f
Don't Panic Labs has recently reshuffled its leadership team, promoting six key figures to new roles. This move comes after the company's successful buyout of Nebraska Global in 2022, which gave the team full control over its future. Doug Durham, one of the co-founders, is stepping back from daily
Pete Hegseth, the Pentagon chief, recently spoke out against China's actions in the South China Sea, calling them destabilizing. He was in Kuala Lumpur for meetings with allies like Australia, Japan, and the Philippines. Hegseth offered to help Southeast Asian countries by sharing technology to moni
A big change in how packages are taxed might make online shopping more expensive. Until recently, items worth less than $800 could enter the country without extra fees. But that rule ended in August, and it could mean higher prices for shoppers. This change could hit consumers harder than they thin
A new Taiwanese comedy-drama, "Double Happiness, " is making waves in the film industry. The movie, directed by Joseph Chen-Chieh Hsu, who previously worked on "Little Big Women, " is causing a stir with its unique plot. The story revolves around a man whose wedding plans go awry when he discovers t
Deep in the Amazon, a silent battle is unfolding. Indigenous communities are facing a growing health crisis linked to illegal gold mining. Mercury, used to extract gold, is polluting rivers and posing serious risks to unborn children. This threat is so severe that some women are afraid to start fami
The U. S. Supreme Court is set to hear a big case about tariffs. It's not just any case, though. It's about small businesses fighting back against tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump. The man leading this charge is Rick Woldenberg, CEO of Learning Resources, a family-run educational toy
People are becoming more health-conscious, and with good reason. The demand for functional oils has skyrocketed, and woody oilseeds are stepping into the spotlight as a top contender for healthy, high-quality oils. But extracting oil from these woody wonders isn't as straightforward as it seems. Ent
