New Uber CEO Highlights Iranians in Tech
In Silicon Valley, all eyes are on Dara Khosrowshahi, the new CEO of Uber, who starts his turnaround of the...
US Unemployment Edges Upward to 4.4 Percent
The U.S. unemployment rate rose slightly in August and the net gain in jobs was lower than economists predicted. Friday’s...
Desalination Promises Ample Supply of Fresh Water
Although 75 percent of our planet is covered with water, many countries around the world suffer from a low supply...
African Migrants Find Work as Beekeepers in Italy
Aid groups have criticized efforts by European leaders to stem the flow of migrants from sub-Saharan Africa, arguing Europe’s economy...
Old Tires and Congealed Fat Generate Interest and Energy
Some energy, like solar and wind, is renewable. Other sources of power are recyclable. Faith Lapidus tells us how old...
World Bank: Ivorian Women Could Boost Economy by $6 Billion
As women pound the pavements of Abidjan selling their wares, direct manic traffic in blue police uniforms and host popular...
Treasury Secretary Vague on Support for Tubman on US $20 Bill
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin is raising speculation that Harriet Tubman’s future on the $20 bill could be in jeopardy. ...
Tesla Starts Production of Solar Cells in Buffalo, New York
Tesla Inc. is starting production of the cells for its solar roof tiles at its factory in Buffalo, New York....
French Labor Reform Gives Firms Flexibility
The French government said on Thursday it would cap unfair dismissal payouts and give companies more flexibility to adapt pay...
Trump’s Immigrant Crackdown Could Slow Houston Rebuilding
In the coming weeks, as Houston turns its attention to rebuilding areas devastated by Tropical Storm Harvey, people like Jay...
Michigan, North Dakota Among States Likely to be Hurt by NAFTA Changes
Michigan is likely to be the state most hurt by changes to the NAFTA trade agreement, according to a Fitch...
Alexa, Cortana Talk to Each Other in Amazon-Microsoft Deal
Microsoft and Amazon are pairing their voice assistants together in a collaboration announced Wednesday. Both companies say later this fall,...
US Economic Growth Upgraded to 3 Percent Rate in Q2
The U.S. economy rebounded sharply in the spring, growing at the fastest pace in more than two years amid brisk...
Source: US Sanctions on Venezuela Oil Company CFO Tangle Financial Deals
U.S. sanctions on the finance boss of Venezuela’s oil company PDVSA have led to some exports to the United States...
Trump to Promote Tax Reform
U.S. President Donald Trump is traveling to the state of Missouri to try to build support for his goal of...
World’s Biggest Drone Drug Deliveries Take Off in Tanzania
Tanzania is set to launch the world’s largest drone delivery network in January, with drones parachuting blood and medicines out...
Are Consumers Ready to Give Augmented Reality a Try?
You might have gotten a taste of “augmented reality,” the blending of the virtual and physical worlds, as you chased...
World Bank: Tackle Middle East Water Scarcity to Save Money, Boost Stability
The Middle East and North Africa region loses about $21 billion each year because of an inadequate supply of water...
Mexico Dusts Off ‘Plan B’ as Trump Revs Up Threats to Kill NAFTA
Mexico sees a serious risk the United States will withdraw from NAFTA and is preparing a plan for that eventuality,...
Brazil Looks to China to Finish Nuclear Power Plant
Brazil will seek China’s expertise and financing to complete its third nuclear power plant when President Michel Temer makes a...
US Gearing Up for Digital Arms Race
In the straight-laced world of the U.S. military, the big room with glossy white paint stands out. Beyond the desks...
Pizza Delivery Without Drivers: Domino’s, Ford Team Up for Test
No ring of the doorbell, just a text. No tip for the driver? No problem in this test, where Domino’s...
