In a bold move underscoring its commitment to American innovation, International Business Machines (IBM) announced on Monday that it plans to invest $150 billion in the United States over the next five years. The tech giant’s major investment drive comes amid a wave of companies expanding their U.S. operations following President Donald Trump’s return to…
U.S. stock index futures slipped lower on Monday as investors braced for a pivotal week packed with critical economic data, major corporate earnings, and ongoing developments in the Trump administration’s trade policies. Despite last week’s gains across major indexes, uncertainty continues to cloud market sentiment. According to Reuters, the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq…
In a surprising move on Thursday, President Donald Trump announced a sudden pause on higher tariffs for all countries except China—sending ripples through global markets and adding another layer of uncertainty for investors. The decision prompted a sharp reaction in the currency markets. The U.S. dollar took a notable hit, plunging over one percent against…
In a controversial move, U.S. President Donald Trump followed through on his threat to revoke the security clearances of his predecessor, Joe Biden, along with Vice President Kamala Harris and several senior former White House and national security officials. The decision, announced on Friday, also affects prominent figures such as former Secretary of State Hillary…
In a move that has reignited fierce debate over the role of the federal government in education, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday aimed at dismantling the U.S. Department of Education. The announcement, made during a special ceremony at the White House, marks a significant step toward fulfilling a long-standing conservative goal—shifting…
In a decisive move to secure America’s lead in artificial intelligence (AI), U.S President Donald Trump has signed an executive order on Friday establishing the National Energy Dominance Council. This newly formed body will focus on ramping up the nation’s electricity supply to meet the soaring energy demands of AI technology, ensuring the U.S. stays…
The Republican-controlled U.S. Senate has confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the new Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). Despite fierce opposition from the medical community due to his history of promoting vaccine misinformation and conspiracy theories, Kennedy secured the role with a narrow 52-48 vote. His confirmation marks a significant and controversial addition…
U.S. President Donald Trump once again signaled his intent to escalate trade tensions, posting an early morning message on Truth Social that underscored his commitment to imposing “reciprocal tariffs.” The post, made at 6:46 AM EST (5:16 PM IST) on Thursday, came just hours before his scheduled meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in…
A U.S. judge has lifted the temporary hold on a controversial federal worker buyout plan, delivering a win for President Donald Trump’s initiative to drastically reduce the government workforce. The ruling clears the way for the mass buyout program, which has already led tens of thousands of federal employees to consider their options. U.S. District…
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) announced on Monday that it has been forced to suspend its aid programs in nearly 20 countries. The decision comes in response to the U.S. government’s recent freeze on foreign assistance under President Donald Trump’s administration. For the first time in its history, the NRC—a leading international humanitarian organization—has had…
