Donald Trump defended new 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, claiming Canada cannot survive without the US. The White House announced the duties, igniting tensions, while Canadian PM Mark Carney stated the country is "united" and agreed to intensify negotiations.
A surge in wealth from AI startups and SpaceX has led to a significant increase in private jet purchases and charters. Tech investors, benefiting from IPOs and liquidity events, are channeling newfound wealth into private aviation, driving demand and sales for companies like Soar Aviation Law, Flexjet, and Jet Linx.
A Manhattan federal court judge has ordered the release of over $5.8m Donald Trump owes E. Jean Carroll following her 2023 sexual abuse and defamation trial. Trump is appealing the decision.
Utah prosecutors presented video evidence Tuesday showing suspect Tyler James Robinson allegedly on the Utah Valley University campus and on a rooftop before conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was fatally shot. Robinson, 23, is charged with aggravated murder and faces the death penalty.
US employers added 57,000 jobs in June, half of economists' predictions, while past figures were revised down. The unemployment rate fell to 4.2%, but 720,000 people left the labor force. Inflation, influenced by the Middle East war, remains a key concern for the Federal Reserve.
Two earthquakes struck Venezuela's Caribbean coast, leaving over 1,700 dead and tens of thousands missing. Survivors are being rescued days later, but hope fades amid economic crisis. International aid is arriving, but the government's response and past corruption are questioned.
Undergrad, a 70-year-old campus news outlet of Hong Kong University Students’ Union, ceases operations due to inability to recruit new editorial board members.
Bari Weiss, under fire for her leadership at CBS News, is hiring UK journalists like Trevor Phillips and Josh Boswell, aiming to counter perceived 'groupthink' in US media with diverse, often conservative, viewpoints.
US government and tech news, including endangered species, Amazon data centers, and Trump administration policies
The US Supreme Court has issued two rulings impacting immigration, allowing the Trump administration to strip protections for TPS holders and reshape asylum policy. Critics call the decisions "disastrous" and "cruel," risking deportation for hundreds of thousands and endangering asylum seekers, while supporters celebrate.
Major retailers like Walmart and boutique brands are offering significant discounts to rival Amazon's Prime Day. These sales feature personally tested products, providing consumers with alternatives to Amazon's deals.
Amazon's Prime Day sale is met with competing discounts from major retailers like Walmart and boutique brands, offering deals on a variety of products. This list highlights 26 top non-Amazon sales on personally tested items.
White, blue-collar voters, a key demographic for Donald Trump, are showing increased disapproval due to inflation, gas prices, and the war in Iran. This erosion of support signals potential trouble for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections.
The CDC is allocating $107 million in emergency funding to combat Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. With nearly 1,000 cases in DRC and 31 in Uganda, officials cite the need for immediate support, though global risk remains low. Efforts are hampered by mistrust and resource shortages.
Amazon's annual summer sale begins June 23, offering early deals on tested products. The Filter has curated 31 top discounts, including tech, home goods, sleep, travel, beauty, and kitchen items from brands like Field Company, Anyday, and Caraway. Many deals do not require a Prime subscription.
Federal authorities arrested five men accused of plotting a mass casualty attack at the "UFC Freedom 250" event at the White House. The alleged plan involved using explosive-laden drones and snipers to target attendees and government officials, aiming to "jumpstart" a revolution.
US authorities arrested five individuals from Ohio, Missouri, and California in connection with a plot to attack a White House UFC event with guns and explosive-laden drones. The alleged plan aimed to "jumpstart" a revolution.
A B-52 Stratofortress bomber carrying eight people crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday. Officials stated the crash was likely unsurvivable, and an investigation is underway. The aircraft was on a routine test mission.
Hong Kong's government has issued a strong rebuttal to a US newspaper's commentary titled "Hong Kong’s nightmare gets darker," which described new national security legislation as "repressive." The government stated the new regulation clarifies offenses and ensures fair trials.
Robert Dillon is suing Florida law enforcement agencies after being wrongly arrested and prosecuted due to faulty AI facial recognition software. The algorithm identified him with 93% probability, despite him living 300 miles away. The case was dismissed, and Dillon alleges the investigation omitted exculpatory evidence.
Bluetooth sleep masks combine light-blocking eye masks with thin speakers, offering a comfortable alternative to earbuds for streaming audio like podcasts or white noise to aid sleep. They can improve sleep quality by blocking light and potentially masking disruptive sounds.
Robert Dillon is suing Florida law enforcement agencies after being wrongly arrested and prosecuted due to faulty AI facial recognition. The system identified him with 93% probability, but he lives 300 miles away and has never visited the city. Charges were dropped, and Dillon seeks accountability for the "devastating social stigma" and reputational damage.
The US Supreme Court upheld the FCC's system for levying fines against wireless carriers AT&T and Verizon. The 8-1 ruling rejected the companies' argument that the agency's in-house proceedings violated their right to a jury trial.
Monterey Park, California, became the first US city to vote on a permanent datacenter ban via ballot initiative. Early results show strong support, with 86.3% of votes favoring the prohibition, driven by resident concerns over environmental impact and utility costs.
