Fed holds rates steady but with highest level of dissent since 1992
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released its latest decision on interest rates.
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Resident Evil Requiem fans are swapping Leon Kennedy workout tips
Leon Kennedy has long been a fashion icon, and now the Capcom hero is inspiring players to get serious about their workouts and diet.
Apple TV Horror Comedy ‘Widow’s Bay’ Walks a Tonal Tightrope to Bewitching Effect: TV Review
The blend of horror and comedy — two genres driven by tension that culminates in a cathartic payoff — has thrived in recent years at the box office, championed by auteurs like Jordan Peele and Zach Cregger. With the droll, authentically creepy Apple TV series “Widow’s Bay,”
More bad news for Bari Weiss’ CBS as viewers nosedive in latest Nielsen ratings
For the week ending April 20, “CBS Mornings,” co-hosted by Gayle King, far behind NBC’s “Today” at about 3 million and ABC’s “Good Morning America.”
Fed keeps interest rates steady in 11–1 vote in Jerome Powell’s last meeting as chairman
Markets had widely expected the central bank to hold its benchmark rate in the 3.5% to 3.75% range.
Meryl Streep Doubled Her Salary Ask for First ‘Devil Wears Prada’ Movie: “Took Me This Long to Understand I Could Do That”
Streep, along with co-stars Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci, spoke to 'Today' at length about why they all felt compelled to return for the sequel after 20 years.
Ted Cruz Slams FCC for Operating as “Speech Police” After Kimmel Joke
Senator Ted Cruz is defending late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel and his employer, Disney, from the FCC. The Texas Republican blasted the agency’s decision to demand an early review of Disney’s broadcast licenses following a joke Kimmel told on TV about first lady Melania
All the evidence unveiled so far in Musk v. Altman
The Musk v. Altman trial is underway, and that means exhibits, or the evidence to be presented in court, are being revealed piece by piece. So far, email exchanges, photos, and corporate documents are circulating from the earliest days of OpenAI - and from before the AI lab
Here's what changed in the new Fed statement
This is a comparison of Wednesday's Federal Open Market Committee statement with the one issued after the Fed's previous policymaking meeting in March.
Remembering Raghu Rai, Jack Thornell, and Jarvis Rockwell
This week, we honor India’s most celebrated photojournalist, a Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer, and a multi-media artist.
Ticket price hikes not affecting summer air travel demand: IATA
Demand for summer air travel is holding up well despite airlines hiking ticket prices, although possible shortages of jet fuel could throw a wrench in the key travel period, an industry trade body said Wednesday. The International Air Transport Association (IATA), which unites
What’s Coming to Tubi in May 2026
Tubi is expanding its 2026 rollout with a wide range of film and TV titles arriving throughout May. The free, ad-supported streamer is adding hundreds of movies and series spanning various genres, from action-packed blockbusters and popular romantic comedies to arthouse dramas
New Frog Species Gets Olympian Name
It’s a big honor for such a small amphibian The post New Frog Species Gets Olympian Name appeared first on Nautilus .
AI chatbots terrify scientists with ‘chilling’ instructions on how to build biological weapons: report
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, himself a biologist, wrote in a January blog post that “biology is by far the area I’m most worried about, because of its very large potential for destruction and the difficulty of defending against it.”
Nick Reiner Makes Brief Court Appearance on Murder Charges
Nick Reiner made a brief appearance in court on Wednesday morning in the murder case involving the deaths of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner. Reiner wore a yellow jail smock, and spoke only when asked if he would waive a deadline to hold a preliminary hearing. “Uh, yeah,”
China pushes EU capitals to scrap 'Made in Europe' law or face retaliation
As EU countries debate the European Commission’s proposal, Beijing is urging national governments to abandon the planned law. Otherwise, China says it will take countermeasures.
Comey surrenders over charge of threatening Trump's life in Instagram post
Prosecutors say a 2025 seashell photo posted by the former FBI director was a call for violence against Trump.
Trump Has a Plan to Force Iran to Make a Deal—and It’s a Bombshell
President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s proposal to open the Strait of Hormuz, as the U.S. military prepares to launch another wave of attacks. Trump told Axios Wednesday that he would reject Iran’s proposal to allow trade through the Strait of Hormuz, in return for the U.S.
U.S. aircraft carrier to leave Mideast, reducing military might amid Iran war
The USS Gerald R. Ford, at sea for 10 months, is in need of repair. Its exit, though, reduces the firepower on hand as Trump presses Tehran to make peace.
Hegseth clashes with Democrats over Iran war, Pentagon firings
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sparred with Democrats throughout a House hearing on Wednesday, with tensions flaring over the Iran war, the Pentagon’s whopping $1.5 trillion budget request and his ouster of top military officials. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-Pa.), a former Air
“There is a feeling I search for: being in good...
“There is a feeling I search for: being in good hands . It is the feeling I look to give and the feeling I look to receive. I know I am in good hands when I sense a cohesive point of view expressed with attention to detail.”
All active Neverness to Everness codes list
Redeeming Neverness to Everness codes gets you free banner currency, mats, and a whole lot more. These are all the active NTE codes.
Diablo 4 interactive map
Here's our Diablo 4 interactive map, detailing the various waypoints, Altars of Lilith, and more.
Trump urges Iran to sign a deal and discusses prolonged blockade
By Timothy Gardner WASHINGTON/DUBAI, April 29 (Reuters) - Donald Trump discussed how to mitigate the impact of a possible months-long U.S. blockade of Iran's ports with U.S. oil companies, a White House official said on Wednesday, as the U.S. president urged Tehran to "get
More than 1 million in Lebanon expected to face acute food insecurity, hunger monitor says
By Nazih Osseiran and Haider Nour BEIRUT, April 29 (Reuters) - More than 1 million people in Lebanon are expected to face a food insecurity crisis in the months ahead as a result of renewed conflict and mass displacement, a global hunger monitor said on Wednesday. A new
Italy says it has filed to be civil party in probe into Swiss bar fire that killed 41
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has vowed justice for Italian victims while Italy has opened its own investigation into the fire even as the Swiss probe continues.
Blackburn calls for Tennessee lawmakers to draw all-GOP map
Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) wants Tennessee to be the next stop on the redistricting front, calling on state lawmakers to draw new congressional lines that would wholly favor Republicans. “I urge our state legislature to reconvene to redistrict another Republican seat in
Kacey Musgraves Announces Tour Dates, Comments On Squashing “Grass-Fed, Grade A” Miranda Lambert Beef With New Collab
We're just two days away from Kacey Musgraves' new album Middle Of Nowhere , and the promo campaign is in high gear . Today, she's announced a North American arena tour and weighed in on "Horses & Divorces," her new collaboration with former foe Miranda Lambert. The post Kacey
Val Kilmer’s Daughter Defends Using AI to Resurrect Him for New Movie: ‘We Have to Contend With This Technology One Way or the Other’
Val Kilmer’s daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, is defending the late actor’s AI-generated appearance in the upcoming indie film “As Deep as the Grave.” Kilmer’s image and likeness were recreated using generative AI for the film with the cooperation of his estate and daughter. The
Ubuntu’s AI plans have Linux users looking for a ‘kill switch’
Canonical's plan to add AI features to Ubuntu has some users asking for "a version of Ubuntu that does not include these features," while others say they'll stick with older versions of the Linux distro or even switch to a different one. After Canonical's announcement earlier
Pentagon chief spars with Democratic lawmakers on Iran war
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth repeatedly clashed with Democratic lawmakers over the Iran war on Wednesday, in his first testimony to Congress since President Donald Trump launched the conflict more than two months ago. Appearing before the House Armed Services Committee,
California dreaming is a political reality for all Americans
California's political landscape is heating up with the race for governor, the fight for control of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the potential presidential race in 2028, with Gov. Gavin Newsom and former Vice President Kamala Harris as leading contenders.
‘The Walking Dead: Aftermath’ Free-to-Play Roguelite Game Launching From AMC, Ares Interactive (Gaming News Roundup)
Ares Interactive and AMC Networks have unveiled “The Walking Dead: Aftermath,” a new free-to-play roguelite set in the world of “The Walking Dead.” The game is slated to launch this summer on iOS and Android, with additional platforms to be announced. Developed by Ares’ Swift
