President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Jacob Helberg as Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment. Helberg, a senior advisor at Palantir and a China hawk, will focus on advancing American economic interests and technological dominance abroad, reflecting Trump's 'America First' foreign policy.
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During the 2025 Oscars, Conan O’Brien made a subtle joke about Donald Trump and Russia. Other celebrities also made political statements. Daryl Hannah said 'Slava Ukraine' while presenting. Zoe Saldaña mentioned her immigrant background. The Best Documentary Feature winner criticised Israeli demolitions and US foreign policy. These moments added political undertones to the event.
The Biden administration announces new export rules for advanced AI computer chips, limiting access to around 120 countries. The framework aims to safeguard AI technology for national security while balancing economic interests. Some industry leaders warn of potential supply chain disruptions and risks to US competitiveness.
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SpaceX’s seventh Starship test flight on Thursday achieved a significant milestone as the Super Heavy booster was successfully caught by robotic arms. However, the spacecraft’s engines failed mid-flight, and contact was lost 8.5 minutes after liftoff.
​"Obviously what's happening in Los Angeles is very serious but I jokingly refer that don't forget about all of the victims here. Meghan has had her Netflix show and she had all the PR thing ready, she was expecting that the should would come in a couple of days but now it has been pushed off again. So can we think about all the victims of the Los Angeles Fires please," Sky News host Paul Murray said.
China said Monday it hopes an upcoming visit by the French foreign minister would see the countries deepen cooperation in a world facing "turbulence and transformation". French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot is set to visit the Chinese capital Beijing and economic powerhouse Shanghai on Thursday and Friday, his first visit since becoming the country's top diplomat last year.
The Trump administration plans to block $510 million in federal contracts and grants to Brown University due to alleged anti-semitism on campuses. Brown received $184 million in federal grants last year and could face significant impacts if funding is cut. University officials reaffirm commitment to academic freedom and potential legal action.
Trump’s official account on X showed two images Monday of a framed copy of the historical document hanging on the wall not far from the Resolute desk.
Last year, Srinivasan was arrested at the entrance to Columbia's campus the same day that pro-Palestinian protesters occupied the university's Hamilton Hall, the New York Times reported. Srinivasan said she was not part of the protest and was only caught amid the crowd as she was returning to her apartment after a picnic with her friends.