If Christa Gail Pike’s execution proceeds as planned next year, she will become the first woman put to death in Tennessee since the state began to formally document capital punishment more than a century ago. After attempted appeals by Pike’s attorneys repeatedly failed, the Tennessee Supreme Court on Tuesday set a date for her to…
It comes on top of yellow-level warnings which will apply to all counties at some points across Thursday and Friday. Met Eireann meteorologist Ailis Hankinson said Storm Amy will bring wet and very windy conditions on Friday. She said: “It is the first storm of the season so it’s essential to be prepared for potential…
President Donald Trump said Wednesday he could permanently cut “favorite projects” of Democrats because of the government shutdown. The president said in an interview taped Wednesday with One America News that “there could be firings and that’s their fault,” but said there could be other impacts from the shutdown. READ MORE: White House cancels nearly…
The U.S. stock market remains resilient, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq recently hitting new record highs despite the ongoing government shutdown. While major indices continue to capture headlines, penny stocks often fly under the radar yet offer unique opportunities for investors willing to explore smaller or newer companies. Though considered a somewhat outdated term,…
Faced with a madding crowd of debuts this season, Carven director of design Mark Howard Thomas felt the fashion set might want a breather — at the brand’s historic home on the Champs-Elysées, where he staged his runway debut. Nods to interiors and clothes worn in the intimate sphere abounded in his sophomore collection, perpetuating…
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent believes that trade talks between the U.S. and China could experience a “big breakthrough” when he meets with Vice Premier He Lifeng at the APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) Summit in South Korea. Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 55% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and…
SOCHI: Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke on Thursday at the Valdai Discussion Club, a forum of Russia experts, in the city of Sochi. He spoke in Russian, and his words are translated by Reuters. Russia’s President Vladimir Putin speaks during the Valdai Discussion Club annual international conference in Sochi, Russia, October 2, 2025. (via REUTERS)…
Beijing’s top diplomat in Hong Kong has warned the city’s new U.S. Consul General not to interfere in the territory’s internal affairs, underscoring persistent tensions between China and Washington. Cui Jianchun, commissioner of the Chinese Foreign Ministry’s office in Hong Kong, met Tuesday with Consul General Julie Eadeh to voice “serious concerns” about her conduct,…
The US government shutdown, which began on Tuesday, October 1, 2025, threatens to disrupt the tech sector, with experts warning of stifled deal flow and halted visa processing for high-skilled workers, according to a report by TechCrunch. This marks the first government shutdown in seven years, with no clear end in sight due to the…
By BEN WILLCOCKS, ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR Published: 19:11 BST, 2 October 2025 | Updated: 19:44 BST, 2 October 2025 The estate of Germany legend Franz Beckenbauer, who died aged 78 last year, has now finally been distributed to his loved-ones, according to a report. Beckenbauer, largely regarded as one of the greatest defenders ever to…