President Joe Biden recently unveiled an updated policy aimed at protecting U.S. critical infrastructure sectors such as energy and financial services from foreign cyberattacks, particularly those originating from China. This new policy, a revision of the Obama-era Presidential Policy Directive (PPD-21) issued in 2013, reflects the evolving threat landscape driven by technological advancements and strategic
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Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry recently urged the United States to use its influence to help put an end to the ongoing bloodshed in Gaza. Speaking at a World Economic Forum meeting in Saudi Arabia, Shoukry emphasized the crucial role the U.S. plays in influencing conditions on the ground and bringing all parties involved to
Republican South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is facing backlash after a controversial anecdote from her upcoming memoir was revealed, detailing the killing of a 14-month-old puppy and an unnamed goat on her family farm. In an attempt to downplay the situation, Noem justified her actions as responsible and necessary, citing the animals’ behavior as the
The recent Ukrainian drone attacks on the Slavyansk oil refinery in Russia’s Krasnodar region have raised concerns about the escalating conflict between the two countries. The state TASS news agency reported that the refinery was partially suspended due to the damage caused by the attack. This attack is part of Ukraine’s strategy to target Russian
The recent announcement by U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken regarding the upcoming high-level talks on artificial intelligence between the U.S. and China has sparked a new wave of discussions on the global stage. With concerns around the risks and safety associated with advanced AI technologies, these talks could have far-reaching implications for the future
The Supreme Court is currently deliberating on whether former President Donald Trump is exempt from federal prosecution on charges of criminal election interference. During the initial questioning, Justice Sonia Sotomayor expressed doubts about the argument put forth by Trump’s legal team regarding presidential immunity from prosecution for official actions carried out while in office. Sotomayor
The Biden administration recently announced two new rules that will have a significant impact on the airline industry. The first rule aims to provide passengers with more transparency regarding extra fees. This means that airlines will now be required to clearly list and explain all additional charges on their websites or when providing fare prices
The recent decision by the Federal Trade Commission to enact a nationwide ban on noncompete agreements has sparked both praise and criticism from various stakeholders. While the move is aimed at promoting employee freedom and increasing competition, it has also raised concerns among business groups regarding the protection of intellectual property and company secrets. With
In an effort to prevent Congress from passing legislation that would potentially ban TikTok in the United States, ByteDance and its parent company, TikTok, have spared no expense. Combined, they have spent over $7 million this year alone on lobbying efforts. ByteDance, in particular, invested a record $2.68 million in in-house TikTok lobbyists during the
As U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken prepares for his visit to China this week, concerns over China’s support for Russia’s military efforts are at the forefront of discussions. Washington is expected to address its “deep concerns” regarding China’s aid to Russia’s defense industrial base, with the possibility of taking necessary steps against firms that