Avago to buy Broadcom for $37 billion; Deal deemed to be the largest acquisition in technology this year
Avago Technologies Ltd to buy Broadcom Corp for $37 billion. The purchase of Broadcom by Avago is second largest deal this year. Broadcom connectivity chips are used widely in smartphones made by Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics
Jun 01, 2015 10:15 AM EDT
China defends reclamation of islands in the South China Sea
During the top security forum held last weekend, officials and representatives from different countries tackled the growing concern over China's reclamation of islands in the South China Sea. United States senator John McCain refused to abide by the 12-nautical mile zone and said that doing so would be "de facto recognition of Chinese sovereignty." China's spokesperson, Admiral Sun Jianguo, however, insisted that the reclamation of islands were based on "legal and historical evidence" and that its sole purpose is to improve the living conditions of the people stationed in the area.
Human Rights Watch: Should the United States urge the 10-member coalition to stop using cluster munitions?
The recent attacks in Yemen took the lives of many people, including a child and at least six civilians. Human Rights Watch recently visited the Saada province in northern Yemen and their research points out that the Saudi-led coalition is using cluster munitions. The New York-based organization calls on the 10-member coalition including their supporters to stop the use of such weapons.
FCC’s Tom Wheeler Plans Broadband Internet Access for Low-Income Americans
Federal Communications Commission’s Tom Wheeler proposed a plan on Thursday to offer subsidized broadband internet access to low-income users. Read to find out more.
Latest News
B.B. King Laid to Rest in Mississippi as Obama Praises the Blues Legend; Cause of Death not Poisoning?
The Blues legend B.B. King was laid to rest at a funeral service in his hometown of Indianola, Mississippi on Saturday. President Barack Obama even paid his tributes to the iconic singer.
Jun 01, 2015 8:44 AM EDT
Suicide Bomber Attacks Nigeria Mosque Leading To At Least 26 Dead, Boko Haram Blamed
A suicide bomber suspected to have been part of Boko Haram has killed at least 39 people after attacking a mosque in Nigeria. The suicide bombing happened hours after Boko Haram launched another attack at another place.
Jun 01, 2015 8:01 AM EDT
Vice President Joe Biden's Son Beau Biden Dies Of Brain Cancer At 46, Life And Works Remembered
Beau Biden, the son of United States' Vice President Joe Biden died of brain cancer at the age of 46. The former Delaware attorney general has received a lot of tributes as his life was cut short.
Jun 01, 2015 7:49 AM EDT
Iran seeks more time, other solutions as it rejects UN access to nuke sites
Iran said they are working on other solution to Western demands calling on them to provide access to their miltary sites and personnel.
Jun 01, 2015 7:10 AM EDT
Iraqi assaults on ISIS lead to 31 casualties and a damaged mosque
Iraqi assaults on a northern ISIS stronghold have reportedly led to 31 casualties and a badly-damaged mosque.
Jun 01, 2015 7:00 AM EDT
Magnitude-7.8 quake shakes Japan on Saturday; 12 people reportedly injured with minor injuries
Twelve people were reportedly injured after a magnitude-7.8 earthquake struck south of Japan on Saturday.
Jun 01, 2015 6:53 AM EDT
Police Officials Shoot One Man Dead And Arrest Two More Amid Asia-Pacific Security Summit In Singapore
Police officials shot a man whose car was stopped on Sunday morning at a checkpoint as he, together with two passengers, sped off. The checkpoint was outside the Shangri-La hotel that was the venue for the Asia Pacific-Security Summit.
Jun 01, 2015 6:47 AM EDT
Senate impasse: NSA spy tactics - including phone records collection - expiring: Senate to continue deliberation
Midnight expiration on its verge for the three Patriot Act surveillance measures. The Senate has failed to pass a legislation to extend the said surveillance measure on Sunday. First exposed by Edward Snowden in 2013, The National Security Agency telephone data collection program is considered the most high profile of the three spy tools.
Jun 01, 2015 6:34 AM EDT
92-year-old Cancer Survivor completes San Diego marathon, sets New record
92-year-old Harriette Thompson sets new record in Sunday as the oldest woman to finish the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon in San Diego. The Charlotte cancer survivor was accompanied by her son throughout the run and finished within seven hours and 24 minutes.
Jun 01, 2015 6:10 AM EDT
Security Efforts to Weaken as Patriot Act Provisions Expire; Is the US Less Safe?
The three key parts of the Patriot Act were failed to be saved on Sunday session. Because of this, the powers of the government to uphold security against terrorism will dwindle a little.
Jun 01, 2015 5:33 AM EDT
Same Sex Marriage: Opposition Leader Bill Shorten Introduces Bill Federal Parliament; Coalition Members Benches Almost Empty?
Bill Shorten initiates a bill to the house of representative to amend the definition of marriage. His bill gains few support.
Jun 01, 2015 5:09 AM EDT
Senator Sanders Outsmart A Campaign Rally in Iowa; Defies Clinton To Take Off
Senator Bernie Sanders challenged Senator Hillary Clinton during his speaking event in Des Moines, Iowa.
Jun 01, 2015 3:29 AM EDT
Most Popular
Newsletters
Stay ahead in finance. Subscribe for expert insights, market updates, and investment strategies. Join our newsletter to secure your financial future.
Latest News
