In a surprising turn of events, President-elect Donald Trump recently expressed a favorable stance towards TikTok’s continued operation in the United States. Speaking at AmericaFest in Phoenix, Arizona, Trump highlighted the app’s significant role during his presidential campaign, noting it garnered billions of views. This statement is noteworthy given the backdrop of ongoing legislative actions
At the heart of Brazil’s thriving film industry lies Walter Salles’ latest masterpiece, *I’m Still Here*. This film is not just a cinematic endeavor; it embodies a profound narrative set against the turbulent backdrop of military dictatorship in 1970s Brazil. Following a triumphant world premiere at the Venice Film Festival, where it secured the Best
As talk of a possible second Trump administration heats up, the conversation around fiscal policy has become inevitable. According to experts at UBS, despite forthcoming promises of tax reductions and ambitious spending initiatives, the structural dynamics of the U.S. economy and its fiscal health signal that meaningful change may be hard to realize. This intense
Investors today face a landscape shaped by fluctuating interest rates and an ever-evolving economic environment that necessitates a strategic approach to asset allocation. In particular, the current lower interest rate scenario — further compounded by the Federal Reserve’s recent rate cut — has intensified the attractiveness of dividend-paying stocks. For investors eager to maximize returns
In the ever-evolving landscape of American politics, few figures stand out quite like Elon Musk. As the founder of Tesla and SpaceX, Musk has transcended the role of a mere businessman to become a significant political player. Recent events have highlighted the extent to which Musk’s influence can alter legislative directions, particularly concerning U.S.-China relations
In a significant legal development, a U.S. judge has ruled in favor of Meta Platforms’ WhatsApp in a case against the Israeli surveillance company NSO Group. This ruling holds substantial implications not only for the future of privacy rights but also for the accountability of technology firms that produce spyware. The U.S. District Judge Phyllis
In a decisive move to tackle escalating youth violence, the Albanian government has recently announced a one-year ban on TikTok. This ban comes in the aftermath of a tragic incident where a 14-year-old student was murdered by a peer, catalyzing widespread concern about the impact of social media platforms on the younger population. Prime Minister
In 2024, the Federal Reserve made notable decisions by lowering its interest rate target three times in an attempt to stimulate economic growth. However, this shift has led many prospective homebuyers and existing homeowners to anticipate a decrease in mortgage rates. Yet, experts warn that tangible relief in mortgage rates may not be on the
Disney’s latest venture, *Mufasa: The Lion King*, has made its entrance with a mixture of anticipation and letdown. The film’s debut across international markets garnered a total of $33 million over its first three days, a figure that falls significantly short of initial projections suggesting a global opening of $180 million. The hoped-for success of
As the world gradually transitions towards renewable energy sources, the role of energy storage has become increasingly prominent. An analysis by UBS foresees a staggering growth in energy storage capacity, expected to reach over 9,000 gigawatts (GW) by 2050, up from approximately 270 GW today. This forecast is anchored in the urgent need to integrate