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Oil prices jump as the US launches retaliatory strikes on Iranian targets in response to recent ship attacks in the region.
Why it mattersOil prices surged due to US strikes on Iranian targets, indicating potential escalation of geopolitical tensions with broad economic implications.
US strikes Iran amid escalating attacks in Strait of Hormuz; oil waivers revoked.
Meta rolls out new AI image tools for ads and social media, sparking privacy debates.
OpenAI's GPT 5.6 cleared, Meta tests advanced AI glasses, and AI's growing market influence spurring investments.
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces multiple sexual assault allegations, impacting his campaign.
DOJ warns of charges for election officials over noncitizen voting claims; probes continue.
Mysterious metal spheres identified as rocket debris, while spacecraft capture rare asteroid images and JWST finds an ex
AI chip startup SambaNova secures $1 billion in funding at an $11 billion valuation, highlighting strong demand for AI infrastructure.
Apple's interest in CXMT, a Chinese memory chip maker, elevates the company's importance in China's strategic pursuit of AI chip independence.