Old tensions in New Caledonia: curfews and colonialism resurface on anniversary of French takeover
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Financial Times - Business
Qualcomm has approached Intel about takeover bid
No formal offer made but deal could become biggest tech acquisition in history2 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
How Intel Fell From Global Chip Champion to Takeover Target
Strategic missteps and the artificial intelligence boom have combined to reshape the fortunes of the U.S.’s most storied semiconductor company.2 days ago -
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The Wall Street Journal - Tech
The 27-Year-Old Billionaire Whose Army Does AI's Dirty Work
Alexandr Wang’s Scale AI deploys gig workers around the globe to shape how the big AI models behave.3 days ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
'The West Wing' cast visits the White House for a 25th anniversary party
First lady Jill Biden invited cast members from “The West Wing” to the White House to mark the 25th anniversary of the hit drama3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
SEC plans to reprimand Musk for skipping testimony on Twitter takeover
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is planning to reprimand billionaire Elon Musk for skipping a previously-scheduled September testimony part of the agency’s investigation into the ...3 days ago - Elon Musk -
CBS News - Top stories
200-year-old message in a bottle found in France
P.J Féret, who conducted a dig at France's Cité de Limes site in January 1825, wrote the message, archaeologists say.3 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Qualcomm recently approached Intel about a possible takeover
If Qualcomm were to acquire Intel, it would be one of the largest technology deals on record, but would first invite hefty regulatory scrutiny.3 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Oil prices log weekly gains after Fed rate cut, rising Middle East tensions
Oil futures booked solid weekly gains, boosted by the Federal Reserve’s large interest-rate cut and a renewed rise in tensions in the Middle East.3 days ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS Sports - Sports
LOOK: Grizzlies unveil white Classic Edition uniforms for 30th anniversary to honor their Vancouver roots
The Grizzlies are bringing back one of their most popular looks this season3 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Biden weighs in on Israel, Hezbollah tensions after new strikes in Beirut
President Biden commented on the prospects of a cease-fire deal in the Middle East as Israel trades attacks with the Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon. This comes as more details emerge of a ...3 days ago - Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
Maresca and Guardiola back players over schedule, WSL and more: football news – as it happened
Managers joined in on the discussion surround player workloads while Liverpool are likely to be without Alisson this weekend. We’ve reached West Ham in our pre-season WSL previews. Take a read…. ...3 days ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
'A star is born': Actor Maisy Stella breaks through in 'My Old Ass'
“Who’s that girl?”3 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Missing Kenyan anti-government protesters resurface as police chief appears in court
Anger had been growing at police chief Gilbert Masengeli after abductions of Jamil and Aslam Longton and Bob Njagi . Three Kenyans who were abducted last month after taking part in an ...3 days ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Mayor of French town apologizes for his comments downplaying mass rape case
The mayor of a French town making headlines for the trial of dozens of men accused of rapes that occurred there for almost a decade has apologized for comments that appeared to downplay the case3 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Beirut doctor on treating injuries from device explosions as Israel-Hezbollah tensions boil over
The Israeli military on Friday said it conducted a "targeted strike" in Beirut, Lebanon, after a night that saw dozens of airstrikes in one of Israel's most intense bombardments against the ...3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire as tensions escalate
Israeli forces carried out a strike against Hezbollah in Beirut on Friday, shortly after the Lebanese militant group fired more than a hundred rockets toward Israel. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) ...3 days ago - Israel -
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GameSpot - Tech
This Is Fine Meme Becoming An Old-School Platformer
The creator of the comic that spawned the "This is Fine" meme is making a video game based on it. KC Green, who created the "Gunshow" comic, has announced a partnership with Numskull Games to make ...3 days ago -
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The Guardian - World
‘Horrendous’: rise in tourism stokes local tensions in Lake District town
Cumbria police are objecting to plans in Bowness-on-Windermere for a new bar amid residents’ complaints about antisocial behaviour – but some don’t see a problem. Even on a weekday afternoon, at ...3 days ago -
Wired - Tech
Xavier Niel, a Driving Force of French AI, Is Now Shaping TikTok
The TikTok owner’s newest board member revels in challenging the establishment.4 days ago - Tiktok -
ABC News - Entertainment
French cult film 'La Haine' returns as hip-hop musical
The critically acclaimed French film “La Haine” is being adapted into a musical show nearly three decades after becoming a classic4 days ago - France -
Financial Times - Business
Fatal stabbing of 10-year-old rattles Japanese community in China
Spate of attacks reignites concern among expatriates and companies about anti-Japanese sentiment4 days ago - China -
The Guardian - World
New Caledonia police kill two in operation linked to deadly unrest, prosecutor says
Prosecutor said security forces had been trying to detain about a dozen people allegedly linked to recent riots in the French territory. Two men have been killed in New Caledonia during a police ...4 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
London Fashion Week Celebrates Its 40th Anniversary
Once upon a time the London scene was wild and revolutionary. Now its fashion week is 40. What happens when the wild child of dress grows up?September 17