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Apple CEO Tim Cook informed Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick that advanced robotics technology is crucial for relocating iPhone manufacturing to the U.S. This discussion follows Apple's temporary exemption from heightened tariffs on Chinese imports, which could have inflated iPhone prices. While Apple is diversifying production, with 20% of iPhones now assembled in India, Cook aims to develop U.S. manufacturing, emphasizing the need for skilled technicians and framing this shift as part of a broader AI...

In court, footage of the Sycamore Gap tree's destruction was presented, showing the tree being cut down in under three minutes by Daniel Graham, 39, and Adam Carruthers, 32, who face charges of criminal damage. The video, recorded on Graham's iPhone, features the sounds of a chainsaw and depicts the tree falling after being enhanced by police experts. Prosecutors allege the two men caused £622,191 in damage to the historic tree and Hadrian’s Wall, with...

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's failure to secure victory in the recent election is attributed to his rigid campaign strategies and inability to adapt to changing circumstances, particularly with the rise of Liberal Leader Mark Carney. Despite strong support in Alberta, Poilievre's disconnect with Progressive Conservative premiers, like Doug Ford and Tim Houston, alienated crucial conservative factions. The election results indicated that voters preferred a leader who could resonate with a broader audience, contrasting Poilievre's self-assured...

NewsFeedSyrian security forces have been deployed to restore order in Jaramana, a predominantly Druze town near Damascus, following violent clashes that resulted in over 20 fatalities. The unrest was triggered by the circulation of an audio recording that allegedly insulted the Prophet Muhammad, sparking tensions among residents. Efforts to quell the violence are ongoing as authorities seek to prevent further escalation. Full Article

Israel launched a military strike in Syria on Wednesday, termed a "warning" against threats to the Druze minority amid escalating sectarian violence near Damascus that resulted in 13 fatalities. Prime Minister Netanyahu indicated the attack targeted an extremist group poised to harm the Druze population, coinciding with deadly clashes in Sahnaya and Jaramana. As Israel warns the Syrian regime to protect the Druze, the new Islamist authorities face significant challenges, including pressure from radical factions...

New York City police are investigating a shooting in Times Square that occurred early Wednesday morning, injuring a 29-year-old man who was shot in the arm. The incident happened after a dispute between a group of young people and food vendors, leading to one individual firing multiple shots at the vendors. Authorities apprehended three suspects nearby in the subway, but their identities remain undisclosed, and the motive for the shooting is still under investigation. Full...