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MOUNT POCONO, Pennsylvania, Dec. 10, 2025: President Donald Trump turned a planned address on inflation into a broader critique of immigration and economic management, blending economic optimism with renewed criticism of foreign nations and migration policies. The speech, delivered before a crowd of supporters in northeastern Pennsylvania, was part of a series of public appearances emphasizing what Trump described as “making America affordable again.” Speaking for more than an hour, Trump declared that inflation was “no longer a problem,” claiming his administration’s economic policies had reversed years of price instability. He said tariffs and trade measures were central to curbing costs for U.S. households and argued that previous…

INIU recalls 210000 power banks sold on Amazon after reports of overheating and fire hazards, urging consumers to stop using affected devices.

Starbucks will pay $38.9 million to settle New York City claims over Fair Workweek Law violations, marking the city’s largest worker protection case.

SAN FRANCISCO, December 1, 2025: As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the global employment landscape, Coursera Chief Executive Officer Greg Hart has urged new graduates to complement their university degrees with micro-credentials to remain competitive in an evolving job market. Speaking in a recent interview, Hart said the traditional college degree, while still valuable, is no longer sufficient on its own to secure career advancement in an era when automation is transforming entry-level positions. He advised students and recent graduates to pursue specialized, short-term certifications that demonstrate practical skills relevant to current industry needs. According to Hart, these micro-credentials help…

WASHINGTON, November 27, 2025: NASA’s Perseverance rover has recorded the first confirmed evidence of electrical discharges in the thin Martian atmosphere, revealing that Mars experiences natural electrical activity similar to lightning on Earth. Scientists described the phenomenon as “mini-lightning” linked to dust devils, the swirling columns of dust that regularly move across the planet’s surface. The six-wheeled rover, operating in Jezero Crater in the planet’s northern hemisphere since 2021, detected the electrical discharges through its SuperCam instrument. The system, equipped with sensors capable of capturing both sound and electromagnetic signals, recorded clear evidence of static activity during encounters with Martian dust devils. The observations represent the…

NEW YORK, November 13, 2025: The Northern Lights illuminated skies over the New York City region late Wednesday night, creating a rare and striking spectacle for millions of residents across the tri-state area. The aurora borealis, typically visible only in higher latitudes, appeared as faint bands of green and pink above the northern horizon following a powerful geomagnetic storm. The unusual display was caused by heightened solar activity that pushed the auroral oval significantly farther south than normal. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the event was triggered by a strong G3-level geomagnetic storm resulting from a coronal mass ejection released…

WASHINGTON, November 11, 2025: Veterans Day, a federal holiday honoring those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, brings a range of closures and service adjustments across the country today. Federal offices, banks, and postal services are observing the holiday, while some private-sector operations remain open with limited changes. All United States Postal Service (USPS) locations are closed for Veterans Day. Regular mail delivery, retail counter service, and package pickups are suspended for the day. The only exception is Priority Mail Express, which continues to operate as scheduled. Customers will be able to access self-service kiosks in select postal lobbies,…

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 4: Voters in three American jurisdictions are casting ballots Tuesday in what is shaping up as a significant electoral test for the Republican Party under Donald Trump and the Democrats’ response early in his second term. In the Commonwealth of Virginia, the State of New Jersey and the State of California, contests range from gubernatorial races to a redistricting referendum. In Virginia, the race for governor features Republican Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle‑Sears against Democrat former Representative Abigail Spanberger, both vying to become the state’s first female governor. Should Earle-Sears win, she would also become the first Black woman to be elected governor of any…

MOSCOW, November 2, 2025: Russia has officially launched its new nuclear-powered submarine, the Khabarovsk, at the Sevmash shipyard in Severodvinsk, marking a major step in the country’s ongoing naval modernization program. The launch ceremony was attended by Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov and senior naval officials, highlighting the submarine’s strategic role within the Russian Navy. According to the Ministry of Defence, the Khabarovsk is classified as a heavy nuclear-powered missile cruiser equipped with advanced underwater and robotic weapons systems. Minister Belousov described the launch as a significant milestone for the Russian Navy, stating that the vessel will enhance the protection of the nation’s maritime borders…

The U.S. Supreme Court begins a high-stakes term hearing key cases on Donald Trump’s use of presidential powers, emergency actions, and agency control.