58 m. ago Howard Lutnick, Trump’s ‘Buoyant’ Trade Warrior, Flexes His Power Over Global Business

Howard Lutnick, the secretary of commerce, has become a go-to for major companies seeking relief from tariffs. But he’s not always friendly to their interests.

Politics

2 h. ago Repurposed Roombas: Scientists program domestic robots for additional household tasks

At a time when we run ourselves ragged to meet society's expectations of productivity, performance and time optimization, is it right that our robot vacuum cleaners and other smart appliances should sit idle for most of the day?

Science

3 h. ago Man arrested in N.J. after allegedly stealing car, running over owner at Reading gas station

The man, 32, from Livermore Falls, Maine, was apprehended by the Robbinsville Township Police Department in New Jersey. The post Man arrested in N.J. after allegedly stealing car, running over owner at Reading gas station appeared first on Boston.com.

Events

3 h. ago Bronx car owner dragged in street during carjacking caught on camera

A surveillance video caught a Bronx car owner being dragged in street while attempting to stop a carjacking outside a Chinese restaurant.

Events

4 h. ago On election day, Trump wants Canada to become ‘cherished’ 51st state

On election day, Trump wants Canada to become ‘cherished’ 51st state  South China Morning Post

Politics

5 h. ago Spotify Paid $100 Million to Podcasters as Creator Wars Heat Up

The audio platform has branched out to video and has given its podcasters a raise as the war for creator talent heats up.

Economics

6 h. ago China, Amid Trade War, Says it Doesn’t Need US Grains and Oilseeds

China, Amid Trade War, Says it Doesn’t Need US Grains and Oilseeds  Farm Policy News

Politics

6 h. ago Saudi Arabia and Qatar to Pay Off Syria’s Debt to the World Bank

The countries agreed to cover $15 million owed to the lender as the new government in Damascus looks to rebuild the economy after the civil war.

Economics

6 h. ago Agriculture isn't nearing trade war tariffs crisis, 'it is full blown crisis already' farmers say

Agriculture isn't nearing trade war tariffs crisis, 'it is full blown crisis already' farmers say  CNBC

Events

7 h. ago Trump administration tries to ramp up deportations. And, a look at Canada's election

Critics say the Trump administration is making mistakes as it tries to drive up deportation numbers. And, Canada's election for the next prime minister is heavily influenced by Trump.

Politics

7 h. ago China’s Cyber Maze: Challenges and Prospects for the United States

China’s Cyber Maze: Challenges and Prospects for the United States  Australian Institute of International Affairs

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7 h. ago Car Subscription Features Raise Your Risk of Government Surveillance, Police Records Show

Records reviewed by WIRED show law enforcement agencies are eager to take advantage of the data trails generated by a flood of new internet-connected vehicle features.

Politics

7 h. ago What China, India, UK and others want from Canada's election

What China, India, UK and others want from Canada's election  BBC

Politics

7 h. ago 'We're simply not ready': REAL ID rollout could trigger national headache, state lawmaker warns

Kentucky legislators are asking the Trump administration for an extension on the federal REAL ID deadline.

Events

8 h. ago Putin thanks North Korea for sending troops to fight Ukraine: 'Will never forget the heroism'

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday thanked North Korea for sending troops to fight alongside Russia in his war against Ukraine and promised not to forget their sacrifices.

Politics

8 h. ago Josh Hawley and the Republican Populists, at War With Their Party

The conservative senator from Missouri, better known for his raised fist in solidarity with Trump supporters on Jan. 6, is embracing a key rhetorical theme in the president’s political ascendancy.

Politics

9 h. ago China says on 'right side of history' in trade standoff with US

China says on 'right side of history' in trade standoff with US  Yahoo

Politics

9 h. ago A man drove a car into a crowd in Vancouver Saturday night, killing at least 11

Eleven people were killed and more than two dozen injured after a man drove an SUV into a crowd of people at a Filipino festival on Saturday in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Events

10 h. ago China rolls out employment support and hints at more stimulus as U.S. tensions escalate

China rolls out employment support and hints at more stimulus as U.S. tensions escalate  CNBC

Politics

10 h. ago Smart driving new front in China car wars despite fatal crash

Intelligent driving features are the new battleground in China's merciless car market, with competition spurring brands to world-leading advances—but a recent fatal crash has seen the government intervene to put the brakes on runaway enthusiasm.

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