U.S. House Pushes for TikTok Divestment
The U.S. House of Representatives is speeding up a vote next week on a bill that would force China's ByteDance to sell off TikTok within six months or face a U.S. ban.
Texas Panhandle Wildfires Claim Lives and Historic Losses
Massive wildfires ravaged the Texas Panhandle, claiming lives, homes, and livestock, with one blaze, the historic Smokehouse Creek fire, becoming the largest in the state's history.
US House Passes $467.5 Billion Spending Package Amid Looming Shutdown Threat
The US House of Representatives passed a $467.5 billion spending package to avoid a government shutdown, covering various sectors like agriculture and veterans' affairs.
Black Deaf Woman Paints Picture of Inequality at Google
Jalon Hall, a Black Deaf woman, initially thought she was being scammed when offered a job moderating YouTube videos in 2020.
Surge in EV Sales and the Road Ahead for Adoption in the U.S.
In the past year, over a million fully electric cars, trucks, and SUVs were sold in the U.S., marking a record in the country's shift away from gas-powered vehicles.
The Panama Canal's Struggle with Dwindling Water Levels Causes Global Trade Disruptions
The Panama Canal, a vital artery for global trade, is facing a serious challenge as its water levels plummet to historic lows.
New CFPB Rule Slashes Credit Card Late Fees
The Biden administration just dropped a new rule that's gonna make late fees on credit cards way cheaper.
Five Guys' Price Debate Ignites Social Media Frenzy
A recent viral social media post sparked a lively discussion about the prices at Five Guys, a popular burger chain in America.
U.S. Lawmakers Introduce Bill Urging ByteDance to Divest TikTok Over National Security Concerns
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has introduced legislation to push China's ByteDance, owner of TikTok, to divest the app within six months or face a U.S. ban due to national security concerns over its Chinese ownership.
New Yorkers Weigh In on NYC's Congestion-Pricing Plan to Ease Manhattan Traffic
Hundreds of New Yorkers chimed in on Monday, the last day to have their say on a major transportation project in NYC.
FAA Audit Unveils Manufacturing Quality Control Issues in Boeing's 737 MAX Production
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently conducted an audit into Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems, Boeing's supplier, regarding the production of the 737 MAX.
Congress Considers Reversal of Safety Regulation Affecting Young Truck Drivers
Congress appears ready to reverse a safety regulation that has hindered younger drivers from participating in a trucking program, as outlined in a bipartisan budget bill.
The Dark Reality Behind the Lucrative Trade of Long-Tailed Macaques in Drug Development
In the world of drug and vaccine development, long-tailed macaques are like gold, fetching prices of $50,000 or more in the US. But the journey from the Cambodian forests to the labs is anything but ethical or smooth.
PayCargo Expands into Asia, Tapping into Hong Kong's Logistics Hub
PayCargo, a US-based logistics payment platform, backed by Blackstone, is entering the Asian market via Hong Kong, leveraging its status as a major air cargo hub.
Dr. Dan McKorley Advocates for Sustainable Solutions for Salt Industry
Dr. Dan McKorley, Executive Chairman of McDan Group, encouraged the salt industry to adopt more sustainable transportation and logistics practices for a greener future.
Danish Investors Push DSV on ESG Concerns in $10 Billion Neom Joint Venture
Danish investors in DSV are pressing the logistics giant regarding environmental, social, and governance aspects of its $10 billion joint venture in Saudi Arabia, supporting the Neom mega-city project.
Navigating Immigration, Politics, and Democracy on the Pan-American Highway in Mexico
Mexico's role in managing unauthorized migration to the US is unpredictable.
Massive Toyota Recall Underway as Tacoma Trucks and More Pose Safety Risks
Toyota Motor is recalling 381,199 Toyota Tacoma trucks from 2022 and 2023 in the US due to a brake performance issue posing a crash risk.
There Are Shifting US-China Trade Dynamics and WTO Reform
The US's top trade official, Katherine Tai, suggested to the BBC that the sharp decline in trade with China might not be all bad news, hinting at potential benefits from diversification.
Germany's Public Transport Grinds to a Halt With Strikes and Climate Protests
Public transport services in Germany came to a halt as strikes organized by the Verdi union over working hours swept across 14 states, including Berlin.