The Red Sea, known as one of the world’s busiest shipping routes, has recently become a battleground for Houthi rebels in Yemen. These rebels have launched a series of attacks on vessels, posing a significant threat to international commerce and maritime security. In response to this escalating situation, warships from the United States and the
Chinese agencies and state-backed companies are increasingly urging their employees to refrain from using Apple iPhones and other foreign devices at work. This move comes as part of China’s ongoing efforts to reduce its reliance on foreign technologies and promote domestic alternatives. Over the past month or two, multiple state firms and government departments across
As a young physician in a rural area of Iran, I found solace and meaning in documenting the stories that unfolded before me each day. The complexities, challenges, and joys of my work prompted me to channel my observations into written narratives as a means of understanding and coping with the realities I faced. Little
President Joe Biden celebrated the recent stock market record highs in a campaign video, taking a jab at his predecessor, Donald Trump. This move effectively countered Trump’s prediction of a market collapse if Biden were to be elected. In the video, Biden sarcastically wrote, “Good one, Donald,” on social media platform X. By replaying Trump’s
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge will be closely monitored next week as investors seek further confirmation that price pressures are easing. After a recent dovish pivot from the central bank, which pushed the Dow Jones Industrial Average into record territory, market participants are eager to gauge the effectiveness of the Fed’s efforts to cool
In a stunning turn of events, a federal jury has ruled in favor of two Georgia election workers, ordering Rudy Giuliani to pay a staggering $148 million. This landmark decision comes as a result of Giuliani’s false claims of ballot fraud during the 2020 presidential election. The damages awarded include $75 million in punitive damages,
In a major announcement, Citigroup has revealed that most of its employees will be able to work remotely for the final two weeks of December. This move comes as the bank aims to adapt to the changing landscape of work and provide more flexibility to its workforce. However, this development has been met with mixed
The recent FDA approval of the postpartum depression (PPD) pill zuranolone (Zurzuvae) marks a significant scientific achievement. This novel treatment, along with the IV infused brexanolone (Zulresso), is the only psychopharmacological interventions approved specifically for PPD. The development of these drugs, which target allopregnanolone and modulate the GABAA receptor, shows promising results in improving symptoms
China reported a surge in industrial output for November, signaling a promising turnaround in the world’s second-largest economy. However, the growth in retail sales fell short of expectations, suggesting a patchy recovery. Economists caution that the low base effect from the previous year’s stringent COVID-19 restrictions could skew the data. Despite the positive industrial output
The highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition has finally arrived for mobile gamers. Rockstar Games, the developer of the popular franchise, has made the three classic games, Grand Theft Auto III, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, and Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, available on both iOS and Android