Roelof Botha, former managing partner at Sequoia Capital, has been appointed to SpaceX's board of directors. The appointment fills an existing vacancy and Botha will serve until the next annual shareholder meeting, also joining the audit committee. He previously worked with Elon Musk at PayPal.
Adrian Chiarella's debut feature, Leviticus, a horror film exploring homophobia and isolation, generated significant buzz at Sundance. The film stars Joe Bird as a closeted high schooler whose life unravels after a foolish decision leads to a vengeful spirit being unleashed.
President Trump canceled Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing for Director of National Intelligence, citing issues with the confirmation of his successor and the acting DNI. This imperils the reauthorization of Section 702 of FISA.
President Trump threatened to keep housing executive Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence indefinitely unless senators pass his voter ID bill and confirm James McDonald as a top federal prosecutor. Trump's demands have jeopardized the reauthorization of FISA and the confirmation of Jay Clayton for DNI.
President Trump canceled Jay Clayton's DNI confirmation hearing, blaming Republicans and Democrats. He cited Republican concessions on FISA reauthorization and the blue slip process for judicial nominees as reasons for the delay, stating Clayton would not be removed until his replacement is confirmed.
Senate Intelligence Committee hearing for Jay Clayton's DNI nomination postponed after President Trump called for a pause. Trump linked Clayton's confirmation and FISA Section 702 renewal to a stalled GOP voting bill and another nominee's approval.
President Trump has unexpectedly postponed Jay Clayton's nomination for Director of National Intelligence and is blocking a surveillance tool's approval. He demands the Senate pass a voting bill and approve Jamie McDonald as U.S. Attorney before proceeding, creating political leverage.
President Trump has postponed the confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton, his nominee for Director of National Intelligence (DNI), demanding that a stalled voting bill and another nominee be advanced. This move surprised many and highlights a rift between Trump and the Republican-controlled Senate.
Donald Trump announced the cancellation of a Senate hearing for his Director of National Intelligence (DNI) nominee, Jay Clayton. Trump cited the need to ensure Jamie McDonald, a lawyer involved in one of his cases, is approved as US Attorney before replacing Clayton.
Hong Kong's leader, John Lee, plans to expand a proposed university town near the mainland border to over 1,000 hectares, integrating education with industry and innovation. Beijing's endorsement highlights its role in economic and tech development.
BBC Director General Matt Brittin announced sweeping cuts, including programme scrapping and compulsory redundancies, to save £500m over three years. Around 2,000 jobs are expected to be lost as the corporation reviews its TV and radio network to adapt to digital audiences.
Comedian Tim Heidecker discusses his new role as creative director of Infowars, his uncanny Alex Jones impersonation, and how satire has evolved in the Trump era. He aims to make The Onion's acquisition of Infowars a "mean" and cutting joke, while also exploring new avenues for comedy.
La directora del FMI, Kristalina Georgieva, califica de positivo el acuerdo Irán-EEUU, pero advierte que el impacto en el suministro energético tardará en disiparse. Señala que el panorama económico global es desolador, con un crecimiento raquítico y efectos dispares en América Latina.
Tyra Banks has filed a defamation lawsuit against Netflix and the directors of the docuseries 'Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model,' alleging the program defamed her by misrepresenting her interview and portraying her negatively. Banks claims the docuseries led to a 20% drop in ratings for her Australian ice cream business.
RimWorld director Tynan Sylvester shared his game development philosophy at the Nexon Developers Conference (NDC), stating that games are systems that create emotions and provide emotional experiences, even through uncomfortable situations. He emphasized that the game's universe does not judge right or wrong, but rather influences character reactions, encouraging players to explore moral and social experiences.
Australia's corporate regulator, ASIC, has launched a criminal investigation into the failed Queensland luxury caravan company Zone RV. The probe focuses on allegations that former director David Biggar illegally paid dividends to shareholders while the company was insolvent, potentially facing up to 15 years in prison and significant fines.
La directora de la Guardia Civil, Mercedes González, eludió en el Senado preguntas sobre sus comunicaciones con Leire Díaz, investigada por "cloacas de Ferraz". La UCO sospecha que Díaz orquestó una campaña contra los investigadores, y González mantuvo contacto con ella pese a estar informada.
Rep. Jamie Raskin is demanding answers from FBI Director Kash Patel regarding allegations of over $1 million in taxpayer funds being used as a "personal slush fund" for bonuses to loyalist agents, including those on his security detail and "director's advisory team."
Antoni Plasència, director general de Investigación e Innovación de la Generalitat de Catalunya, destaca la IA como motor de cambio en salud, enfatizando la necesidad de confianza, transparencia y gobernanza democrática para su adopción y para evitar desigualdades.
Scrum-half Alex Mitchell is in line for a surprise return for Northampton in the Prem final against Exeter, having recovered from a hamstring injury. His availability is a boost for club and country ahead of summer fixtures.
La directora de la Guardia Civil, Mercedes González, negó ante el Senado haber participado en tramas contra la UCO o UDEF, o en campañas de desprestigio. Admitió haberse reunido con Leire Díez, pero negó haber tratado asuntos del cuerpo en dichos encuentros.
La directora general de la Guardia Civil, Mercedes González, compareció ante el Senado para negar "jamás, nunca" haber participado en tramas contra la UCO o UDEF, ni en campañas de desprestigio. Negó medidas contra agentes y reuniones con Leire Díez, aunque admitió un café inicial y otro posterior donde se habló de la reincorporación de un comandante. Explicó que las "acciones preliminares" no iban contra nadie y se cerraron sin responsabilidades.
US law enforcement foiled a plot to attack the White House during a UFC event attended by President Donald Trump. Multiple individuals are in custody after allegedly planning to use explosive drones and a sniper team.
La directora de la Guardia Civil, Mercedes González, desmiente las sospechas de la UCO sobre sus vínculos con Leire Díez, "fontanera del PSOE", negando haber participado en tramas contra la unidad o haber abierto expedientes para presionar a investigadores. Reconoce encuentros con Díez fuera de su despacho, pero afirma que nunca le pidió entorpecer investigaciones. La oposición exige su dimisión.
