US current events

North Korean Hackers Steal $1.5 Billion from Bybit

News Summary The FBI has linked North Korean hackers to a massive $1.5 billion cryptocurrency theft from Bybit, a Dubai-based…

2 weeks ago

Starbucks Menu Changes and Strikes Impacting Operations

News Summary Starbucks is set to shake up its menu starting March 4, 2025, cutting multiple beverages to streamline offerings…

3 weeks ago

Joann Fabrics to Close All Stores After Bankruptcy Auction

News Summary Joann Fabrics, a prominent craft retailer, is set to close all 800 of its stores across the United…

3 weeks ago

Mira Murati Launches Thinking Machine Labs with $1 Billion Goal

News Summary Mira Murati, a seasoned AI expert, has launched her new startup, Thinking Machine Labs, with plans to raise…

3 weeks ago

Near Miss at Chicago Midway: Southwest Airlines and Private Jet Incident

News Summary A Southwest Airlines flight and a private jet narrowly avoided a collision at Chicago Midway International Airport. The…

3 weeks ago

AB InBev Reports Strong Fourth-Quarter Sales Growth

News Summary AB InBev has reported a surprising 3.4% increase in fourth-quarter sales, reaching $14.84 billion, exceeding analysts' expectations. The…

3 weeks ago

Consumer Confidence Takes a Dip in February

News Summary U.S. consumer confidence faced a significant decline in February, recording the largest drop in over four years. The…

3 weeks ago

Massive Layoffs Impact Federal Workforce Amidst New Policies

News Summary The new administration has initiated dramatic layoffs affecting the federal workforce, particularly targeting probationary employees. As President Trump…

3 weeks ago

Corporations Shift Gears on DEI Initiatives Amid Political Climate

News Summary Recent shifts in corporate America reveal an alarming trend as companies backtrack on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)…

3 weeks ago

Tesla Advances Self-Driving Features in China

News Summary Tesla has made significant progress in getting its self-driving Autopilot feature approved for city streets in China. CEO…

3 weeks ago