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The Trump administration is ramping up pressure on local officials for obstructing enforcement amid the U.S. deportation drive.Published December 15, 2025December 15, 2025Click here to share on social mediaShare 2shareThe trial has begun for a Wisconsin judge accused by President Donald Trump’s administration of helping a man evade immigration authorities and obstructing the president’s mass deportation drive.The case, which began Friday with opening statements from federal prosecutors and attorneys from Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan, could serve as a bellwether for President Trump’s efforts to punish local officials who resist federal immigration campaigns.Recommended stories list of 3 itemsend of…
Captain Ben Stokes has urged England to show “competitive spirit” in the must-win third Ashes Test in Adelaide. sprayer This content is provided by sprayercookies and other technologies may be used. To view this content, you must allow cookies. You can change the settings and enable it using the buttons below. sprayer Use cookies or allow them only once. You can change your settings at any time in Privacy Options. Unfortunately, we were unable to verify whether you consented. sprayer cookie. To view this content please allow using the button below sprayer Cookie for this session only. Enable cookies Allow…
Disney’s three-year licensing partnership with OpenAI includes one exclusivity, Disney CEO Bob Iger told CNBC. Last week, the company entered into a partnership with OpenAI to bring its iconic characters to the AI company’s Sora video generator. Once that special year ends, Disney will be free to enter into similar deals with other AI companies. This agreement makes OpenAI a high-profile content partner, allowing users to create content on Sora with over 200 characters from Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars. Currently, this is the only legally permitted AI platform. For Disney, the deal provides a way to try out…
Forget toys and collectibles, cryptocurrencies could be a hot item this holiday season. In the US, 45% of Gen Z adults between the ages of 18 and 28 said they were looking forward to receiving cryptocurrency as a holiday gift this year, according to a global survey of 1,000 adults conducted in October by payments technology company Visa.How wise it is to gift cryptocurrencies is another matter, and expert advice differs.Flavio Landiver, a certified financial planner and senior financial advisor at Evensky & Katz/Falls Wealth Management in Coral Gables, Florida, says given how volatile and speculative cryptocurrencies are, it can…
PayPal CEO Alex Criss speaks at Global FinTech Fest in Mumbai, India on October 7, 2025.Indranil Aditya | Null Photo | Getty Imagespaypal announced on Monday that it has applied for approval to establish a PayPal bank that can provide loans to small and medium-sized businesses.”The creation of PayPal Bank strengthens our business, increases efficiency, and allows us to better support the growth and economic opportunity of small businesses across the United States,” PayPal CEO Alex Chriss said in a statement.PayPal said the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, along with the Utah Department of Financial Institutions, will review the application to…
PayPal CEO Alex Criss speaks at Global FinTech Fest in Mumbai, India on October 7, 2025.Indranil Aditya | Null Photo | Getty Imagespaypal announced on Monday that it has applied for approval to establish a PayPal bank that can provide loans to small and medium-sized businesses.”The creation of PayPal Bank strengthens our business, increases efficiency, and allows us to better support the growth and economic opportunity of small businesses across the United States,” PayPal CEO Alex Chriss said in a statement.PayPal said the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, along with the Utah Department of Financial Institutions, will review the application to…
The Pentagon will partner with Korea Zinc to acquire a 40% stake in a $7.4 billion mineral refinery to be built in Tennessee, Reuters reported on Monday.Critical mineral smelting and processing facilities could produce 540,000 tons of the material annually in the United States, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce. The agreement comes as the United States seeks to form important mineral partnerships that are independent of China.Korea Zinc plans to sell new shares worth $1.9 billion to a joint venture controlled by the U.S. government and an unnamed U.S.-based strategic investor, Reuters reported. The government and investors will…
Caracas has criticized the European Union’s new sanctions, saying they highlight the bloc’s lack of autonomy on global issues.Published December 15, 2025December 15, 2025Click here to share on social mediaShare 2shareVenezuela’s government has slammed the European Council over its decision to extend sanctions against the South American country until 2027, calling the measure a “total failure”.The sanctions, first introduced in 2017, include a ban on arms exports to Venezuela, as well as travel bans and asset freezes for individuals linked to state repression.Recommended stories list of 3 itemsend of listIn a statement shared with Foreign Minister Iván Gil Pinto, Caracas…
Morgan Rodgers was Aston Villa’s winner against West Ham on Sunday. Erling Haaland scored two more goals for Manchester City against Crystal Palace.But who will be the Premier League’s biggest game changer? ‘Between the Lines’ reveals which players’ goals and assists have earned their club the most points this season and historically. Bruno right in front of RodgersBruno Fernandes continues to show his worth in another difficult season for Manchester United and will be at the top of the table this season. data wrapper This content is provided by data wrappercookies and other technologies may be used. To view this…
OpenAI-backed biotech startup Chai Discovery on Monday announced a $130 million Series B round at a valuation of $1.3 billion. The company said the round was led by General Catalyst and Oak HC/FT. Other participants include Menlo Ventures, OpenAI, Dimension, Thrive Capital, Neo, Yosemite Venture Fund, Lachy Groom, SV Angel, and new investors Glade Brook and Emerson Collective. The company’s total funding currently exceeds $225 million. The company is part of a growing industry that sees AI as a faster route to drug development. In August, Menlo Ventures announced it would lead Chai’s $70 million Series A round. The investor…