Huawei's tri-foldable phone hits global markets in a show of defiance amid US curbs

Redrawing of global energy markets map set to heap benefits on US

The prospects of peace and the return of Russian gas looks likely to serve the interests of Donald Trump. The Kremlin’s invasion of Ukraine three years ago has reverberated through the global ...

The Guardian - 4d

Chiefs plan to use franchise tag on Trey Smith, prevent top pending free agent OL from hitting open market

Smith will make $23.4 million on a fully guaranteed, one-year contract

CBS Sports - 7h

Alibaba makes AI video generation model free to use globally

Open-source AI tech has been thrown into the spotlight since Chinese firm DeepSeek rattled global markets in January.

CNBC - 1d

US bond yield slide hits dollar

Treasury yields have declined amid signs US economic growth is slowing

Financial Times - 2d

US officials have been absent from global climate forums during Trump 2.0

Exclusive: The ‘deeply troubling’ move comes amid concerns US ignoring international climate ramifications. US officials have missed recent international climate forums sparking concerns about a ...

The Guardian - 2d

San Francisco’s office market hit rock bottom. Here’s how Wall Street is helping revive it.

The San Francisco office market was left for dead. But Wall Street may be bringing it back to life.

MarketWatch - 1d

US stocks dip amid concerns over tariffs and consumer belt-tightening

All three major stock indexes moved decisively lower, extending sell-off in wake of dour economic reports. US stocks tumbled on Friday, extending a sell-off in the wake of dour economic reports and ...

The Guardian - 6d

US support 'crucial,' Zelenskyy says amid mineral deal negotiations

Ukraine is "preparing for negotiations" with the U.S. regarding security guarantees and "crucial" aid, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

ABC News - 11h

More traders turn bullish in first quarter even as market shows signs of fatigue, Schwab survey says

The bulls continue to outnumber the bears among traders 51% to 34%, even though two-thirds of respondents said the market is overvalued, per Schwab's survey.

CNBC - 2d

Extremely fearful stock-market sentiment shows investors scare easily right now

It doesn’t take much to spook stock-market investors in 2025.

MarketWatch - 6h

China's latest action plan shows it's trying to boost foreign investment amid geopolitical tensions

China is trying yet again to boost foreign investment, amid geopolitical tensions and businesses' calls for more concrete actions.

CNBC - 4d

G20 meeting of foreign ministers gets underway in South Africa amid tensions with US

Foreign ministers from G20 countries will meet in Johannesburg on Thursday, but U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will not attend amid diplomatic tensions between South Africa and the U.S. ...

ABC News - Feb. 20

Apple announces $500 billion investment in US amid tariff threats that could affect the iPhone

Apple announced Monday that it plans to invest more than $500 billion in the United States over the next four years, including plans to hire 20,000 people and build a new server factory in Texas

ABC News - 3d

EU and UK in talks about Europe-wide defence funding amid fear of US pullback

Donald Trump’s re-engagement with Russia has given new urgency to European discussions

Financial Times - 3d

US companies left out of defence stock rally amid Trump’s Pentagon cuts

Fears over spending come as European groups’ shares soar on White House’s threat to cut support for region’s security

Financial Times - 2d

The radical shift in US policy that shut Ukraine out amid talks to end war

The first month of President Donald Trump's second term has already delivered a radical American pivot on Russia's offensive war against Ukraine.

ABC News - 2d

Putin says US-Russia contacts give ‘hope’ amid talks in Turkey on restoring ties – as it happened

Russian president claims to FSB security service that ‘some western elites will try to undermine our dialogue’. Speaking at a press conference in Vienna, the Austrian People’s Party’s leader ...

The Guardian - 11h

Producers braced for glut of palm oil after Indonesia curbs exports

Clampdown on exports of used cooking oil squeezes demand from European energy suppliers

Financial Times - 2d

Huawei improves AI chip production in boost for China’s tech goals

Chinese company improves ‘yield’ of latest semiconductor, despite US efforts to prevent manufacturing advances

Financial Times - 3d

Nvidia warns of growing competition from China's Huawei, despite U.S. sanctions

U.S. chip giant Nvidia is increasingly warning investors about competition from Huawei, despite U.S. restrictions on the Chinese telecommunications company.

CNBC - 21h

The Best Motorola Phones (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Motorola phones may seem old-school, but their simple interface, good battery life, and tendency for steep discounts make them solid wallet-friendly Android smartphones.

Wired - 11h

‘A layer of defiance’: Simone Rocha on how her ultra-feminine styles won over women - and men

The designer, whose show was a highlight of London fashion week, talks bows, Paul Mescal and how dressing like a trad wife isn’t always about conforming. London fashion week took place this ...

The Guardian - 2d

Migrants held at Guantanamo now allowed to phone attorneys, filing says

Migrants being held at the Guantanamo Bay prison camp are now being permitted to speak to their attorneys by phone, an ICE official said in a court filing.

ABC News - Feb. 20

Police to crack down on theft with help from ‘find my phone’ apps

New bill includes powers to tackle neighbourhood crime such as shoplifting and antisocial behaviour

Financial Times - 2d

Denmark to ban mobile phones in schools and after-school clubs

Government accepts advice of commission that also says children under 13 should not have their own smartphone. Denmark is to ban mobile phones in schools and after-school clubs on the ...

The Guardian - 2d

Mobile phone theft: What to do if your device is stolen

Phone theft has soared recently. Here's a quick guide on how to protect yourself from phone theft and what to do if your phone is stolen.

BBC News - 2d

Global Counsel cleared of failing to disclose Qatari work

Ruling on advisory firm likely to renew criticism of disclosure exemption for foreign subsidiaries

Financial Times - 6d

Trump Administration Ends Global Health Research Program

The Demographic and Health Surveys were the only sources of reliable information in many countries on metrics such as mortality, nutrition and education.

The New York Times - 1d

Cuts at USAID and Elsewhere Strain Global Journalism

Investigative journalists around the world relied on funding from the U.S. Now, those watchdogs are scrambling to survive a sudden cash crunch.

The New York Times - 4h

Vibrational movements in the market

Thinking about slowing growth and stubborn inflation

Financial Times - 2d

NOAA hit with layoffs

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Hundreds let go from NOAA The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration began the process of firing hundreds of ...

The Hill - 1h

Why President Trump is pursuing a 'sledgehammer' approach with tariffs and global trade deals

President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff plans covering many key economic allies and trading partners of the U.S. has support by the numbers.

CNBC - Feb. 20

What to Know About the Saudi Crown Prince’s Role in Global Diplomacy

The kingdom’s de facto leader, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, was once shunned in diplomatic circles. Now he is playing an important role in negotiations over Gaza and Ukraine.

The New York Times - Feb. 20

China's EV maker XPeng eyes doubling global presence by year's end

Yahoo News - 5d

Global Right-Wing Leaders Revel in a Renewed Fight, Supercharged by Trump

Emissaries of far-right parties overseas, gathering this week at the Conservative Political Action Conference near Washington, described a resurgence spanning continents, buoyed by the U.S. president.

The New York Times - 5d