Fed Chair Powell Pushes Back Against DOJ Probe; Ex-Chiefs Raise Alarm
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and former Fed chiefs are pushing back against a DOJ criminal probe, warning it threatens central bank independence and could unsettle markets.
US Revokes 100K+ Visas in a Year: What Asian Applicants Should Know
US State Dept has revoked 100,000+ visas since Jan 2025, impacting overstays, students, and specialized workers. Here’s what South & Southeast Asian applicants need to know.
Pentagon Integrates Grok AI Into Department of War Networks
The US Department of War will integrate Elon Musk’s Grok AI into both classified and unclassified networks this month, expanding the GenAI.mil strategy to boost military innovation.
Inside Iran’s Massive Pro-Government Rallies: What’s Next?
Tens of thousands of Iranians rallied in support of their government amid economic turmoil, currency collapse and rising U.S. tensions.
Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Countries Doing Business with Iran
President Trump orders a 25% tariff on any country doing business with Iran, effective immediately, in a new escalation of economic pressure.
Questions Remain After US Christmas Airstrike in Nigeria
Many questions linger over the U.S. airstrike in Nigeria on December 25, 2025, which targeted ISIS but may have hit civilians despite no known ISIS presence.
CES 2026: Robot Baristas Brew the Future of Customer Service
At CES 2026, Xbot’s robot baristas are brewing coffee with precision. Meet CEO Xiaonan Yang and see how automation is shaking up customer service.
5 Must-See Gadgets from CES 2026
Check out 5 coolest CES 2026 gadgets—from AI earbuds that translate on the fly to solar backpacks charging your life on the go. Which one’s your fave? 🔥✨
Uganda Gears Up for Thursday’s Vote Amid High Stakes 🗳️
Uganda is set for a Jan 15 vote with over 50,000 polling stations prepped, tech-driven verification, and a high-stakes race between Museveni and Bobi Wine.
China’s New LNG Carrier Tianshan to Debut This Month
China is set to deliver the new-generation LNG carrier Tianshan later this month. This 174,000 m³ vessel built in Shanghai can power 3.3M homes per trip.