Pope Leo XIV says choice of name reflects social commitment
Pope Leo XIV said Saturday he intended to follow his predecessor’s path as pontiff, praising Francis’s “complete dedication to service” and explaining his name choice reflected a commitment to social causes, according to the Vatican. Addressing a meeting of cardinals two days after being elected the 267th pope, Chicago-born Robert Francis Prevost said a pontiff […]
Global chip giants converge on Taiwan for Computex
Global semiconductor chip giants will gather at Taiwan’s top tech expo this week to showcase “the next frontier” for an industry dominated by artificial intelligence. Nvidia boss Jensen Huang will make a keynote speech on Monday, the eve of Computex, as the tech sector grapples with the impact of US tariffs and disrupted supply chains. […]
CBS News boss resigns amid tensions with Trump admin
The CEO of CBS News, one of America’s best-known broadcast media outlets, quit Monday citing a “challenging” last few months as the network became embroiled in legal and business tensions with the Trump administration. US President Donald Trump is suing CBS owner and media giant Paramount for $20 billion in damages over the contents of […]
Top Founders Reveal Their #1 Rule for Success
Grant Cardone For Grant Cardone, success is not a matter of chance but a personal obligation. His guiding principle, “Success is your duty, obligation, and responsibility, underscores his belief that achieving success requires unwavering commitment and relentless effort. Cardone emphasizes that success is not merely a goal but a duty that demands consistent action and […]
TikTok Shop fraudulent seller warning issued
TikTok has become one of the biggest social media platforms, and the introduction of TikTok Shop has increased this popularity further. Yet this comes with risks. Market research company GWI, as requested by 1000 Mines, has revealed that a surprisngly high 58% of TikTok users shop directly on the app, putting a lot of users at risk of […]
Measles roars back in the US, topping 1,000 cases
The United States’ measles outbreak has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases with three deaths so far, state and local data showed Friday, marking a stark resurgence of a vaccine-preventable disease that the nation once declared eliminated. The surge comes as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to undermine confidence in the measles, mumps, and rubella […]
UK firms find industry lacks AI purpose
The UK government has generational opportunity to steer businesses. However, areview of UK AI industry finds only one in seven companies focus on solving a specific problem. Hence, the majority of companies are not directly contributing towards the public good, despite many having at some point benefitted from public funds. The conclusion of the report argues that […]
British Airways owner unveils big Boeing, Airbus order
IAG, owner of British Airways and Spanish carrier Iberia, announced Friday a multi-billion dollar order for Boeing and Airbus planes, as it maintained its outlook despite economic uncertainty. Demand for air travel remains strong, IAG said, as US President Donald Trump’s tariffs assault threatens to hamper global growth and knock business confidence. The announcement comes […]
India tells X to block over 8,000 accounts
India has ordered X to block more than 8,000 accounts, the platform said Thursday, adding that it was reluctantly complying with what it described as government-imposed “censorship.” The move appears to be part of India’s sweeping crackdown targeting social media accounts of Pakistani politicians, celebrities and media organizations amid heightened tensions and deadly confrontations between […]
Top Entrepreneurs to Follow in 2025
Every year, the world of entrepreneurship brings new names to watch, but 2025 feels different. The individuals on this list aren’t just launching companies; they’re setting the tone for what comes next. Their ideas are bold, their missions personal, and their impact already impossible to ignore. This year’s selection spans industries, but they all share […]