Surging demand for iPhones lifted Apple’s revenue during the three months ending in September, allowing the company to close its fiscal year with unprecedented profits. Apple posted stronger-than-expected results despite navigating a global trade conflict and working to catch up in artificial intelligence innovation. Strong early interest in the iPhone 17 lineup, launched last month, fueled much of the performance. Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO, announced, “Apple proudly reports a September quarter revenue record of $102.5 billion, with record highs for both iPhone and Services.” Apple earned $27.5 billion (€23.8bn) in profit, almost twice last year’s figure. Its shares climbed 2%…
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Rachel Maddow
Rachel Maddow is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 20 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Political Science and Journalism from Stanford University. Throughout her career, she has contributed to outlets such as MSNBC, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. Known for her thorough reporting and compelling storytelling, Rachel delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
Human Rights Watch urged Merz to condemn Turkey’s repression of the opposition and the detention of Istanbul’s mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu. Germany Seeks Stronger Ties with Turkey Chancellor Friedrich Merz called for a deeper strategic alliance with Turkey to face global challenges. During his first official trip to Ankara, he praised Turkey’s role in mediating the wars in Ukraine and Gaza. Standing beside President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Merz spoke days after Turkey and the United Kingdom sealed a multi-billion-euro deal to sell 20 Eurofighter Typhoon jets. Germany, part of the manufacturing consortium, recently withdrew its objection to exporting the aircraft to…
A rare moment of bipartisan goodwill emerged in Iowa as a Republican publicly endorsed Democratic candidate Zach Wahls for the U.S. Senate. The endorsement was based on Wahls’ reputation for honest, practical, and grounded leadership, reflecting a shift toward evaluating candidates by character and effectiveness rather than party loyalty. The move has drawn attention across political circles for its refreshing focus on merit and pragmatic political leadership. The Republican supporter, known locally for civic engagement, explained that Wahls’ approach to governance stands out in an era of sharp division. Instead of fueling partisan conflict, Wahls emphasizes cooperation and tangible results.…
Elon Musk has officially launched his new platform, Grokipedia, hosting nearly 900,000 articles at debut. The platform aims to offer an alternative model for information sharing and online knowledge dissemination. Despite initial technical glitches, Grokipedia’s rapid growth demonstrates significant user interest. Analysts note that Musk’s reputation and bold approach to digital platforms likely contributed to the early adoption surge. The platform allows users to create, edit, and share content across a wide range of topics. Grokipedia’s design emphasizes accessibility and community participation, aiming to rival traditional knowledge databases. Early users have praised the platform’s simplicity and speed. The ability to…
Severe destruction across the Gaza Strip has made it nearly impossible for Hamas to locate and recover the bodies of Israeli hostages buried under rubble. On Saturday, Egypt sent its first convoy of heavy machinery, including bulldozers and excavators, to assist in the search. Under the U.S.-mediated ceasefire deal, Israel must return 15 Palestinian prisoners’ bodies for each Israeli hostage body recovered. So far, Israel has handed over 195 Palestinian bodies, while Hamas has returned 18 Israeli ones. Earlier this month, Hamas released all 20 living Israeli hostages. U.S. President Donald Trump said he is “watching very closely” to ensure…
The Louvre transferred part of its jewellery collection to the Bank of France vaults on Friday after a shocking robbery. French broadcaster RTL reported that the transfer happened quietly under heavy police protection. The moved items included several “Crown Jewels” from the Apollo Gallery and other rare pieces from across the museum. The Bank of France vault, located 27 meters beneath its Paris headquarters, already stores 90% of the nation’s gold reserves. Officials said the relocation was a precautionary measure to protect the remaining treasures following last week’s daring theft. Thieves Steal Millions in Minutes From World-Famous Museum Last week,…
The United States ordered the USS Gerald R. Ford to sail toward South America in a major power move. The Pentagon confirmed the deployment on Friday, marking a sharp increase in military activity across the Caribbean and near Venezuelan waters. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth directed the carrier and its strike group to join U.S. Southern Command operations. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said the mission would enhance America’s ability to track and dismantle criminal networks threatening U.S. security. The Ford, accompanied by five destroyers, had been stationed in the Mediterranean. Sending an aircraft carrier into the region significantly amplifies Washington’s…
The U.S. current-account deficit narrowed sharply in the second quarter of 2025, falling by 42.9% compared to the previous quarter. Economists say this improvement signals stronger economic balance and may encourage increased investment. The current-account deficit measures the difference between the nation’s imports and exports of goods, services, and capital. A smaller deficit indicates that the U.S. is exporting more relative to what it imports, which can strengthen the overall economy. Analysts noted that the narrowing deficit reflects higher domestic production and growing demand for U.S. goods and services abroad. “This is a positive sign for the economy. It suggests…
Two Russian military planes briefly entered Lithuania’s airspace on Thursday, the Lithuanian military confirmed. Officials said the aircraft, identified as an Su-30 fighter jet and an Il-78 refueling tanker, crossed from Russia’s Kaliningrad region at around 1600 CET and remained for about 18 seconds. NATO’s Baltic Air Police immediately deployed Spanish Eurofighter Typhoon jets to patrol the area. Lithuania’s President Gitanas Nausėda denounced the incident on X, calling it a “blatant breach of international law and territorial integrity.” He strongly condemned the intrusion, saying the violation by Russian aircraft demanded a response. Moscow has not commented on the event. NATO…
Meta, the parent of Facebook and Instagram, eliminates 600 positions in its artificial intelligence division, US media report. The company confirms the cuts on Wednesday while continuing to recruit workers for its superintelligence lab. Axios reveals the layoffs will hit Meta’s Fundamental AI Research (FAIR) unit, product-focused AI, and AI infrastructure teams. Meta keeps its newer TBD Lab untouched. Chief AI officer Alexandr Wang, in a memo cited by Axios, urges affected employees to apply for other internal roles. Most displaced workers are expected to secure new positions within the company. Meta Aims for Leaner Decision-Making Wang writes that smaller…
