A pervasive culture of silence around estate planning is setting the stage for confusion and conflict as trillions in assets prepare to change hands. Experts warn that avoiding 'the talk' is a disservice to both generations.
A new proposal from Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin to refine creator tokens using DAOs and prediction markets has met with sharp criticism from Dogecoin's Billy Markus, who dismisses the entire model as destined to fail.
STAAR Surgical's stock fell sharply after the ophthalmic device maker announced the appointment of interim co-CEOs, fueling investor uncertainty following the CEO's recent departure and a failed takeover attempt.
Venezuelan oil exports jumped to nearly 800,000 barrels per day in January, rebounding from a low of 498,000 bpd in December, following a U.S. policy shift that allowed key traders to resume shipments, according to tanker tracking data.
Senior Iranian officials have privately warned Supreme Leader Khamenei that public fury over a recent bloody crackdown has eroded the 'wall of fear,' raising concerns that even a limited U.S. strike could embolden protesters and threaten the regime's stability, according to multiple sources familiar with high-level discussions.
Chicago's downtown office vacancy rate soared to a historic 28.2% at the close of 2025, more than double pre-pandemic levels, as remote work trends and business climate concerns drive a 14th consecutive quarter of record vacancies. Analysts warn of a deepening economic spiral with implications for city services and residents.
A Connecticut man faces charges after police say he operated a snow plow under the influence of cocaine, leading to a destructive path through residential properties on his very first shift.
President Trump's selection of Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve has bolstered the dollar and triggered a sharp sell-off in gold and silver, raising questions about the future of the metals trade amid shifting monetary policy expectations.
In a cafe in eastern Turkey, Iranian exiles gather, their eyes fixed on news from home. As a new wave of protests meets a severe crackdown, those who fled earlier unrest watch, wait, and voice a desperate mix of anguish, anger, and fragile hope.
The historic Williams Formula 1 team has entered a multi-year partnership with AI firm Anthropic, deploying its Claude AI as a strategic tool for engineering and race strategy. This deal marks a significant move as AI companies accelerate their push into elite sports sponsorships.
Lawmakers reconvene Monday as House GOP leadership pushes for rapid passage of a stopgap funding bill to prevent a prolonged partial government shutdown, with tensions high over border security provisions.
Severe winter weather is colliding with historically high tender rejection rates, creating a perfect storm in the truckload market. With carriers rejecting over 13% of shipments, spot rates are experiencing amplified volatility, signaling a fundamental shift in underlying supply and demand dynamics.
Qatar has tripled its flagship venture capital fund to $3 billion, adding a strategic sweetener: subsidized access to AI computing power. The move aims to position Doha as a competitive hub for tech talent and deep-tech startups in the Gulf region.
The European CE Mark under the stringent MDR has been granted for Cynosure Lutronic's innovative fractional resurfacing system, designed to improve safety and patient comfort through advanced cooling and precision technology.
Chinese courts have executed four individuals convicted of running a multi-billion dollar scam and gambling network from Myanmar, responsible for multiple deaths. The move signals Beijing's escalating pressure on Southeast Asia's industrial-scale cybercrime hubs.
The global professional services firm Aon posted a net income of $1.7 billion for the final quarter of 2025, fueled by robust growth in its commercial risk and reinsurance divisions, while full-year revenue climbed 9% to $17.2 billion.
Ethereum's price has plunged 27% in five days, bringing it perilously close to the $2,000 threshold. While fear-driven selling dominates, on-chain metrics suggest the sell-off may be nearing exhaustion, potentially setting the stage for a long-term recovery.
A massive strike by public transport workers has brought buses and trams to a standstill across Germany, leaving commuters stranded in sub-zero temperatures as a bitter dispute over pay and conditions escalates.
In Thailand's crucial northeast, a profound political realignment is underway. Farmers, disillusioned by unmet promises and economic hardship, are abandoning decades of party loyalty to back individual candidates, testing the foundations of the Shinawatra family's political machine ahead of pivotal elections.
Chinese authorities have executed four individuals convicted of running a multi-billion dollar telecom fraud and gambling network from Myanmar, responsible for six deaths. The move follows last week's execution of 11 others, signaling Beijing's intensifying campaign against organized cybercrime in Southeast Asia.
