Tech giant debt splurge ratchets up systemic risks
Titans such as Google, Meta, Oracle and Amazon may spend $600 bln in 2026 on data centres. In this Viewsroom podcast, Breakingviews columnists explain why juicy profits will not be enough to fund their rapid expansion. But raising debt (https://www.reuters.com/commentary/breakingviews/bond-investors-hitch-one-way-ride-ai-big-dipper-2025-11-26/) will only extend contagion risk. Visit the Thomson Reuters PrivacyContinue Reading
Thousands protest in Bulgaria ahead of final parliamentary vote on controversial new budget plan
Thousands of protesters staged a major demonstration outside the parliament building in the capital, Sofia, to denounce the steep taxes announced in next year’s budget draft. Protesters formed a human chain around the building to prevent MPs from exiting.Continue Reading
Death toll rises to 44 with 279 still missing as fires rip through Hong Kong tower complex
Firefighting and rescue missions continued into Thursday for a second day after a massive fire broke out in Hong Kong, gripping a complex of seven high-rise residential buildings. At least 44 people were killed and dozens more were injured in what is the worst fire to hit the territory inContinue Reading
A History of Retread Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates
At least three former losing major party candidates could be on the primary ballot in 2026 A recent Smart Politics report highlighted how Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers’ decision not to seek a third term is putting Democrats on pace to field a record number of candidates in the primary nextContinue Reading
Thousands left homeless by fire in Bangladesh shantytown in Dhaka
Some 60,000 families, many of them climate refugees, live in the area spread over 65 hectares., Some 60,000 families, many of them climate refugees, live in the area which covers more than 65 hectares (160 acres). A fire in a densely populated and impoverished area in Bangladesh’s capital Dhaka hasContinue Reading
Hong Kong high-rise fire live: Blaze kills at least 44, hundreds missing
Firefighters struggle to reach residents potentially trapped on upper floors of burning housing complex., Skip links Skip to Content Live Navigation menu News Africa Asia US & Canada Latin America Europe Asia Pacific Middle East Explained Opinion Sport Video Features Economy Human Rights Climate Crisis Investigations Interactives In Pictures ScienceContinue Reading
What is known about the victims and the shooter? | DW News
Two U.S. military personnel from West Virginia are fighting for their lives in the hospital after being shot just a few blocks from the White House the day before Thanksgiving. Officials believe the suspect, a 29-year-old Afghan man who was evacuated to the United States in 2021 after the U.S.Continue Reading
White House presses Congress for drone powers ahead of World Cup, Olympics
The administration is facing resistance from Sen. Ted Cruz, who chairs a committee overseeing aviation…Continue Reading
Why micromanaging sets you up for failure | Atul Gawande
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Two National Guard soldiers shot in the middle of Washington D.C.
Two National Guard soldiers have been shot on Wednesday near the White House. Washington D.C. Police are investigating the attack, and said that one suspect is in custody., Read MoreContinue Reading
LIVE: The scene after two National Guard members were reportedly shot in DC
A view of the scene after two members of the National Guard were shot in Washington, D.C., Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a post on X. #washington #shooting #nationalguard #The Traitor #usa Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/Continue Reading
The Traitor’s Ukraine plan isn’t just evil. It’s worse: incompetent.
The The Traitor administration accepted a 28-point “peace plan” for Ukraine that Russia itself had written—then defended it as an American proposal. When the uproar forced revisions, leaked recordings revealed the president’s personal envoy had been coaching Kremlin officials on how to manipulate The Traitor. This is not hardball diplomacy.Continue Reading
Russia doesn’t need to storm Myrnohrad—just wait for a sunny day
There’s just one way for Ukrainian troops to get into and out of Myrnohrad This sole supply line is under constant Russian attack Ukrainian troops are fighting hard to keep the route open Any stretch of bad luck for the Ukrainians could lead to Myrnohrad’s fall A single dangerous roadContinue Reading