Apple's online store is temporarily down in anticipation of iPhone 17, iPhone Air, and iPhone 17 Pro pre-orders starting at 5:00 a.m. PDT. Pre-orders will be available in over 40 countries. The iPhone 17 starts at $799, the iPhone Air at $999, the iPhone 17 Pro at $1099,...
US employer-sponsored health insurance premiums are projected to increase by 6-7% next year, with employers shouldering an almost 9% rise in costs. Many employers plan to offset this by raising employee deductibles, copays, and other out-of-pocket expenses. This surge, the largest in 15 years, is driven by factors...
Amidst Israel's ongoing Gaza offensive, a growing number of reservist soldiers and their mothers are refusing to serve, defying potential imprisonment. This dissent, fueled by war fatigue, the perceived futility of the conflict, and accusations that Prime Minister Netanyahu is prolonging the war for political gain, is creating a...
European leaders have convinced President Trump that Russia needs to be pressured into peace talks in Ukraine. While there's agreement on the need for action, disagreements exist on the approach. The EU favors sanctions on Russian businesses and financial institutions, while the Trump administration prefers tariffs. The EU...
Prince Harry made a surprise visit to Kyiv, Ukraine, on Friday, supporting wounded service members. This is his second trip to Ukraine since the Russian invasion, following an April visit to Lviv. Harry, a veteran himself, is involved with the Invictus Games, which Ukraine is bidding to host...
South Sudan's First Vice President, Riek Machar, faces charges of murder, treason, and crimes against humanity stemming from a March militia attack. The charges, announced by Justice Minister Joseph Geng Akech, relate to an assault allegedly linked to Machar, who's been under house arrest since March. Seven allies...
Dakota Johnson, Demi Moore, and Salma Hayek led a dazzling array of stars at the Kering Caring for Women Dinner during New York Fashion Week. Johnson stunned in a see-through black lace gown, while Moore opted for a shimmering black dress, and Hayek chose a figure-hugging black gown. Other...
Asian markets surged to near-record highs, fueled by positive US inflation and jobs data. The data strengthened expectations of an upcoming Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Japanese, South Korean, Australian, and Hong Kong markets saw significant gains, with chipmakers leading the charge. European futures also experienced growth,...
Germany has announced its support for a French-led UN resolution endorsing a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This decision marks a departure from the US and Israeli positions, following recent events in Qatar. The resolution, also backed by Saudi Arabia, supports the creation of a Palestinian state and...
A midshipman at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis was shot Thursday during a building clearing operation by security forces responding to suspicious activity. The campus was on lockdown. The midshipman was transported to a hospital and is in stable condition. Authorities confirmed there is no active shooter...
