BMW Open: Alexander Zverev storms to third title in Munich: Alexander Zverev has won the BMW Open in Munich for the third time after 2017 and 2018 ...
tennisnet.com/news/bmw-open-alexander-zverev-stuermt-zum-dritten-titel-in-muenchen

Key Facts: Gayle King Defends Her Space Flight Experience
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: vulture.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: vulture.com
- Gayle King expressed disappointment over the criticism of her Blue Origin flight on April 14.
- She argues that the flight seeks to explore environmentally friendly solutions and challenges critics to share their experiences in space.
- King notes that some of her friends and celebrities, including Olivia Munn and Olivia Wilde, have labeled the flight as wasteful and harmful to the environment.
- She suggests that sexism influences the reactions and emphasizes the positive feedback she has received from many women and men.
If you’ve been and you still feel that way after you come back, please, let’s have a conversation.— Gayle King addressing critics of her space flight, suggesting that personal experience should inform their opinions.
Polaris International Equity Composite Q1 2025 Commentary: Our consumer discretionary portfolio outperformed the sector benchmark, as a handful of stocks posted ...
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Key Facts: Polaris International Equity Composite: Q1 2025 Review
14h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: seekingalpha.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: seekingalpha.com
- The first quarter of 2025 saw high market volatility, while international markets outperformed the U.S.
- The Polaris International Equity Composite gained 5.72%, led by the financial and industrial sectors.
- Uncertainty over trade agreements negatively impacted specific sectors, while defensive sectors like consumer staples and healthcare remained stable.
- Future tariff negotiations could be crucial for global economic growth, with seamless trade relationships being essential.
Katy Perry's flight into space pisses on feminism's leg: A "historic" flight into space is turned into a PR stunt and is still causing strong reactions ...
aargauerzeitung.ch/leben/popkultur-katy-perrys-flug-ins-all-pinkelt-dem-feminismus-ans-bein-ld.2761566

Shrink the state, strengthen the economy: Germany's way out of the crisis: The state in Germany claims almost half of economic output for itself. In doing so ...
nzz.ch/wirtschaft/die-hohen-staatsausgaben-bremsen-das-wachstum-in-deutschland-ld.1880411

Key Facts: High State Spending Stifles Germany's Economic Growth
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nzz.ch
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nzz.ch
- State expenditures in Germany account for nearly 50 percent of economic output, straining the private sector.
- Liberal economists advocate for cutting state spending to enhance economic dynamism.
- The federal budget expenditures for 2024 are estimated at 598 billion euros, with social transfers and subsidies being the largest categories.
- A uniform reduction of subsidies could facilitate tax cuts without further burdening the budget.
Trump tariffs: DHL suspends high value US deliveries : The postal giant will stop shipping packages to American consumers after a rise in red tape at customs.
bbc.com/news/articles/c1jx9ep5l63o

Key Facts: DHL Halts Global Shipments Over $800 to US Customers
11h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- DHL Express will suspend global business-to-consumer shipments exceeding $800 to US customers starting April 21.
- This decision stems from new US customs regulations that require formal clearance for shipments over $800, a threshold that was previously $2,500.
- Business-to-business shipments will not be suspended but may experience delays, while shipments under $800 remain unaffected.
- DHL aims to assist customers in adapting to the upcoming changes effective May 2.
Republican senator backs Powell over Trump attacks on Fed: Banking committee member John Kennedy says US central bank ‘ought to be independent’
ft.com/content/8fc4279c-7098-48d9-b21d-be24a42c1ae4

Key Facts: Boeing 737 MAX Returns to US Amid Tariff Disputes
7h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- A Boeing 737 MAX intended for China's Xiamen Airlines returned to Seattle on April 19, 2025, due to ongoing tariff disputes.
- This return signifies further disruptions in new aircraft deliveries arising from the US-China tariff war.
- President Trump raised tariffs on Chinese imports to 145%, prompting China to impose 125% tariffs on US goods, making jet deliveries economically unfeasible.
- Confusion over tariffs may leave many aircraft deliveries uncertain, with some airline CEOs indicating plans to defer deliveries to avoid duties.
Trump draft executive order would make sweeping changes to the U.S. State Department
cnbc.com/2025/04/20/trump-state-department-rubio-executive-order-draft.html

‘Choose Europe!’: Macron invites scientists to work in France amid US funding cuts
france24.com/en/france/20250419-choose-europe-macron-invites-scientists-to-work-in-france-amid-us-funding-cuts

Key Facts: Macron Invites Scientists to Work in France
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
- President Macron encouraged scientists worldwide to come to France as the US cuts funding for universities and research.
- France announced the 'Choose France for Science' platform to support international researchers.
- The initiative will launch on May 5 with a dedicated application platform for international researchers.
- French universities can submit projects to host international researchers in areas like health, climate research, and artificial intelligence.
"Here in France, research is a priority, innovation a culture, science a limitless horizon. Researchers from all over the world, choose France, choose Europe!"— Emmanuel Macron, inviting scientists to work in France amid US funding cuts.
Student could face ‘decades behind bars’ for alleged Tesla firebomb attack in Missouri
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/crime/tesla-cybertruck-arson-kansas-city-b2736181.html

BMW Open 2025: Birthday boy Zverev or debutant Shelton - who will win the title?: Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton will contest the final of the BMW Open by ...
tennisnet.com/news/bmw-open-2025-geburtstagskind-zverev-oder-debuetant-shelton-wer-holt-den-titel

Key Facts: Zverev Overcomes Challenges to Reach Munich Semifinals
50m · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bluewin.ch
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bluewin.ch
- Alexander Zverev advanced to the semifinals of the ATP tournament in Munich after a thrilling match against Tallon Griekspoor.
- During the match, Zverev faced verbal abuse from a spectator, which prompted boos from the crowd.
- Despite this distraction, Zverev secured the victory after over three hours with a score of 6:7, 7:6, 6:4.
- He expressed gratitude for the crowd's support and looked forward to his semifinal match against Fabian Marozsan.
There are always one or two idiots in the stadium, that's not a problem.— Alexander Zverev comments on the incident with a spectator during his match.
Another round of anti-Trump protests hits US cities: In New York, people gathered outside the city's main library carrying signs targeting the US president with ...
ewn.co.za/2025/04/20/another-round-of-anti-trump-protests-hits-us-cities

White House Easter egg roll: How to watch the event that will use 30,000 real eggs
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/04/20/white-house-easter-egg-roll-how-to-watch/83031071007/

Toby Carvery oak tree felling: Anger and upset at scene of Enfield saga: Some locals are demanding answers over the Toby Carvery owner's decision to fell a ...
bbc.com/news/articles/c05n1vnnyrvo

Mark Cuban Says Health Insurance Shouldn't Exist — 'You Don't Have to Grab Every Nickel When It's the Hea
benzinga.com/news/25/04/44885628/mark-cuban-says-health-insurance-shouldnt-exist-you-dont-have-to-grab-every-nickel-when-its-the-health-of-the-entire-country-at-stake

What to do?: This is what Trump's anti-woke decree demands of German companies.
n-tv.de/wirtschaft/Das-verlangt-Trumps-Anti-Woke-Erlass-von-deutschen-Firmen-article25706282.html

Boeing jet returns to US from China, a victim of Trump’s tariff war: The aircraft was meant for China’s Xiamen Airlines. Read more at straitstimes.com.
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/boeing-jet-returns-to-us-from-china-a-victim-of-trumps-tariff-war

A thousand people line Vancouver intersection as part of anti-Trump, anti-Musk protest
columbian.com/news/2025/apr/19/a-thousand-people-line-vancouver-intersection-as-part-of-anti-trump-anti-musk-protest/

Key Facts: Massive Vancouver Protest Targets Trump and Musk
18h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: columbian.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: columbian.com
- On April 19, 2025, around 1,000 people gathered at the intersection of Andresen Road and Fourth Plain Boulevard to protest the policies of President Donald Trump and advisor Elon Musk.
- Participants, organized by the group 50501, held up signs and received support from honking motorists.
- The event took place near a Tesla dealership and was part of a National Day of Action coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.
- The group's next major event is scheduled for May 1 at Esther Short Park, focusing on immigrant and workers' rights.
We want to make sure that everyone’s voice is heard and work together to fight through the very real threat of fascism that we are facing here in America.— Kathleen Proudfoot, an organizer of the protest event, spoke about the importance of people's voices and the threat of fascism.
Lyft Acquires European Taxi Hailing App FreeNow: Lyft acquires European taxi-hailing app FreeNow.
loyaltylobby.com/2025/04/19/lyft-acquires-european-taxi-hailing-app-freenow/

Key Facts: Lyft acquires FREENOW for $197 million
Apr 16 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: techcrunch.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: techcrunch.com
- Lyft has agreed to acquire FREENOW, a German mobility app, for approximately $197 million.
- This marks Lyft's first entry into the European market, where FREENOW operates in nine countries.
- The acquisition will nearly double Lyft's potential market size to over 300 billion rides per year.
- Lyft plans to focus on integrating the two platforms to provide seamless experiences for users in North America and Europe.
We’re on an ambitious path to build the best, most customer-obsessed mobility platform in the world, and entering Europe is an important step in our growth journey.— David Risher, CEO of Lyft, in a statement.
Key Facts: Buick Faces Tariff Challenges Amid Sales Surge
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Buick's sales increased by 39% in the first quarter, driven by a refreshed SUV lineup.
- The top three selling models are manufactured abroad and face tariffs as high as 47.5%.
- Analysts warn that rising prices could jeopardize sales momentum and threaten Buick's future in the U.S.
- In addition to tariffs, Buick is struggling in China, where sales have declined by 65% since 2020.
If this momentum slows down, stalls or stops, then it’s not putting a nail in the coffin, but you're really ruining a good thing … it does dampen the dream of bringing back what was a very historic and important nameplate in the U.S. auto industry.— Ivan Drury, director of insights at research firm Edmunds, discussing the impact of tariffs on Buick's sales momentum.
More Trouble for Elon As Tesla Reportedly Delays Cheaper EVs: Tesla reportedly still plans to manufacture 250,000 units of the budget Model Y in the US by 2026 ...
uk.pcmag.com/cars-auto/157652/more-trouble-for-elon-as-tesla-reportedly-delays-cheaper-evs

Trump official to Katy Perry and Bezos’ fiancée: “You cannot identify as an astronaut”
arstechnica.com/space/2025/04/so-is-katy-perry-now-an-astronaut-or-what/

Key Facts: Duffy Clarifies: Perry's Astronaut Status in Question
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: arstechnica.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: arstechnica.com
- US Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy stated that FAA guidelines specify only crewmembers who demonstrate essential activities for public safety during flight can identify as astronauts.
- Duffy asserted that the recent Blue Origin passengers, including Katy Perry, do not meet FAA astronaut criteria.
- The FAA previously indicated it would not determine who qualifies as an astronaut and ceased issuing astronaut wings in 2021.
- From 2022, the FAA will only recognize individuals who reach 50 miles above Earth on an approved launch, without issuing specific wings.
"The crew who flew to space this week on an automated flight by Blue Origin were brave and glam, but you cannot identify as an astronaut. They do not meet the FAA astronaut criteria."— Sean Duffy, the Secretary of the US Department of Transportation, shared his thoughts on social media regarding astronaut identification.
White House solicits corporate sponsors for its Easter Egg Roll event: Corporate sponsors for the usually apolitical event held on the White House South Lawn ...
npr.org/2025/04/19/g-s1-61377/white-house-easter-egg-roll-corporate-sponsors

Drastic impact on pensions: Frei announces "unpleasant decisions": Due to Germany's future spending, CDU politician Frei expects "unpleasant decisions" for ...
fr.de/politik/unangenehme-entscheidungen-an-auswirkungen-auf-rente-frei-kuendigt-93691364.html

One of the largest ships: The cruise ship "Disney Adventure" has finally left the dock after seven years.
wiwo.de/unternehmen/dienstleister/eines-der-groessten-schiffe-kreuzfahrtschiff-disney-adventure-ist-nach-sieben-jahren-endlich-ausgedockt/100122614.html

Harvard is correct to fight Trump. Every other school should too.: The Trump administration has written a letter to Harvard University demanding changes to the ...
thehill.com/opinion/5256318-harvard-vs-trump-administration/

Key Facts: Trump-Harvard Conflict: Miscommunication Sparks Tension
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- Harvard received an unauthorized letter from the Trump administration containing extreme demands regarding hiring and curriculum.
- The university felt compelled to publicly reject the demands, leading to a confrontation with the administration.
- A Trump official stated that the letter should not have been sent, creating confusion over internal processes.
- The government's response included freezing funding, while Harvard highlighted the inappropriateness of the demands.
It was malpractice on the side of Harvard’s lawyers not to pick up the phone and call the members of the antisemitism task force who they had been talking to for weeks.— May Mailman, the White House senior policy strategist, commenting on Harvard's response to the Trump administration's demands.
Who sold U.S. Treasurys? Speculation turns to hedge funds: Investors seen unwinding bets gone wrong after tariff announcement
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Markets/Bonds/Who-sold-U.S.-Treasurys-Speculation-turns-to-hedge-funds

Martha Stewart trolls Katy Perry over minutes-long space flight
independent.co.uk/life-style/martha-stewart-trolls-katy-perry-blue-origin-space-b2735973.html

Intel's next-gen CPU series "Nova Lake-S" to require new LGA-1954 socket - VideoCardz.com
videocardz.com/newz/intels-next-gen-cpu-series-nova-lake-s-to-require-new-lga-1954-socket

Launch for all health insurance patients: Millions of insured persons have objected to electronic patient files
spiegel.de/wirtschaft/service/elektronische-patientenakte-millionen-versicherte-haben-widerspruch-eingelegt-a-4d0ca38b-3e64-45fd-b83f-e433cfd9bb8e

An Urgent Supreme Court Order Protecting Migrants Was Built for Speed: In an overnight ruling blocking the Trump administration from deporting a group of ...
nytimes.com/2025/04/19/us/politics/court-venezuela-deport-protocol.html

Key Facts: Supreme Court Halts Trump's Deportation of Venezuelan Migrants
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rte.ie
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rte.ie
- The US Supreme Court intervened to stop President Trump's deportation of Venezuelan migrants, which was set to occur without due process.
- The ruling temporarily prohibits the government from removing any migrants under the Alien Enemies Act until further notice.
- Trump defends the deportations as a crackdown on violent Venezuelan gangs, raising constitutional concerns among critics.
- The ACLU welcomed the ruling, stating it prevented migrants from being sent to a foreign prison without a chance to contest their deportation.
"These men were in imminent danger of spending their lives in a horrific foreign prison without ever having had a chance to go to court. We are relieved that the Supreme Court has not permitted the administration to whisk them away the way others were just last month."— Lee Gelernt, lead attorney for the American Civil Liberties Union, following the Supreme Court ruling.
Tadaaa, it's finally here! 🥳
The Disney cruise ship "Adventure" undocked in Wismar on Saturday (April 19). 🚢
Four tugs pulled and pushed the giant ship out ... Show more


Inside the rural Texas town where Elon Musk is basing his business empire: The tycoon and Donald Trump adviser has moved his businesses from California to a ...
bbc.com/news/articles/c9de28n71ldo

More and more people are applying to defense companies. The industry is booming - and attracting skilled workers from struggling sectors.
Liberals offer help to start-ups and set goal for small business growth: Peter Dutton says he wants to see more Australians start new businesses under a ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-18/coalition-sets-small-business-growth-targets/105192224

The Trump Billionaires Who Run the Economy and the Things They Say: “You have to laugh to keep from crying,” one Republican pollster said about recent comments ...
nytimes.com/2025/04/19/us/politics/trump-musk-billionaires-economy.html

‘Holy Light’ from Jerusalem arrives in Greece for Easter celebrations: The mission from Jerusalem carrying the Holy Light arrived in Greece shortly after 8 p.m ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1267538/holy-light-from-jerusalem-arrives-in-greece-for-easter-celebrations/

Key Facts: Holy Light from Jerusalem Reaches Greece for Easter
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ekathimerini.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ekathimerini.com
- The mission from Jerusalem carrying the Holy Light arrived in Greece shortly after 8 p.m.
- Following the welcoming ceremony, the Holy Light was taken to the Church of Agioi Anargyroi in Plaka.
- Aegean and Olympic Air have organized flights to distribute the Holy Light to 18 new destinations across Greece.
- The Holy Light will be shared among the faithful in churches after the midnight hymn "Christ Is Risen."
It is of great importance for every Greek government to have this unique and honorable privilege — to stand here, at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, at the Holy Tomb, and to receive from your hands, as guardian of the Holy Sepulchre, this Holy Light — a symbol of hope and optimism for all of humanity.— Giannis Loverdos, Deputy Foreign Minister, during the handover of the Holy Light by the Patriarch of Jerusalem.
Tesla owner files class-action suit over warranty-voiding odometers: A Tesla owner is suing the company, claiming odometers were altered to end warranties faster ...
business-standard.com/companies/news/tesla-class-action-odometer-manipulation-model-y-warranty-fraud-125041900260_1.html

Rheinmetall massively expands artillery production - | Germany is getting a new mega-factory
hna.de/wirtschaft/rheinmetall-baut-artillerieproduktion-massiv-aus-deutschland-bekommt-zweitgroesstes-werk-in-europa-zr-93688746.html

Key Facts: Rheinmetall Plans Massive Production Increases in Germany
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: fr.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: fr.de
- Rheinmetall will increase artillery shell production capacity at its Unterlüß site from 200,000 to up to 350,000 annually, supported by an investment of around 600 million euros.
- The company achieved a revenue of 9.75 billion euros in 2024, a 36 percent increase, and forecasts further revenue growth of 25 to 30 percent for 2025.
- Rheinmetall anticipates an order potential of up to 300 billion euros by 2030 and plans to expand production capacities in Lithuania, Denmark, Estonia, and Latvia.
- Additionally, an artillery plant is being constructed in Ukraine with a planned production capacity increase from the initial 150,000 shells.
"The game changer is classic artillery ammunition. Only with that can Ukraine keep the Russians at a distance."— Armin Papperger, CEO of Rheinmetall, on the significance of artillery ammunition in the Ukraine conflict.
Robert Kennedy Jr claimed autism ‘destroys’ lives; autistic people disagree: Many parents of autistic children said they feared his remarks would set back ...
straitstimes.com/world/united-states/robert-kennedy-jr-claimed-autism-destroys-lives-autistic-people-disagree

WD launches HDD recycling process that reclaims rare earth elements, cuts out China
tomshardware.com/pc-components/hdds/wd-launches-hdd-recycling-process-that-reclaims-rare-earth-elements-cuts-out-china

Key Facts: WD Initiates HDD Recycling Program for Rare Earth Elements
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tomshardware.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tomshardware.com
- Western Digital has launched a recycling program for hard drives aimed at reclaiming rare earth elements and reducing reliance on China.
- The initiative, in partnership with Microsoft and recycling firms, has already saved 47,000 pounds of hard drives and SSDs from landfills.
- The ADR technology used achieves a recovery rate of over 90% for rare earth elements and 80% for all materials.
- In the future, this program could play a significant role in recycling materials from data centers and reducing electronic waste.
"HDDs are vital to our data center infrastructure, and advancing a circular supply chain is a core focus for Microsoft."— Chuck Graham, Microsoft CVP, Cloud Sourcing, Supply Chain, Sustainability, and Security, in a press release.
Man admits dangerous driving after seven officers hurt in crash: Seven officers were hurt in the six-vehicle crash on the A1 near the Newcastle-Gateshead border.
bbc.com/news/articles/cewgj1p79j4o

HDFC Bank , India's largest private lender, aims to bring its loan-to-deposit ratio (LDR) back down to its pre-merger levels of 85%-90% in 2026-27 ... Show more
Israeli strikes on Gaza kill more than 90 Palestinians: Israeli strikes in Gaza have killed more than 90 people in 48 hours. That's according to Gaza’s Health ...
apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-hamas-war-news-04-19-2025-5e80a0efc0b267515ec88aec4c3672d1

AI-controlled fighter jets are closer than you think: Could we be on the verge of an era where fighter jets take flight without pilots – and are controlled by ...
asiatimes.com/2025/04/ai-controlled-fighter-jets-are-closer-than-you-think/

Spanish authorities have arrested a couple suspected of selling exotic cats online, including protected species such as white tigers ... Show more
People Fixing The World - How tech is tackling wildlife trafficking - BBC Sounds
People Fixing The World - How tech is tackling wildlife trafficking - BBC Sounds


Guest Commentary: Is Trump really heralding the end of globalization?: The zigzag course of US trade policy means great uncertainty for companies ...
handelsblatt.com/meinung/gastbeitraege/gastkommentar-laeutet-trump-wirklich-das-ende-der-globalisierung-ein/100121794.html

Exclusive: Tesla to delay US launch of affordable EV, a lower-cost Model Y, sources say
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-delay-us-launch-affordable-ev-lower-cost-model-y-sources-say-2025-04-18/

Key Facts: Tesla Delays Affordable Model Y Launch to 2026
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnet.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnet.com
- Tesla has postponed the launch of its affordable Model Y to late 2025 or early 2026, deviating from earlier commitments.
- The new model is expected to be a simplified version of the existing Model Y, designed to be around 20% cheaper to produce.
- Tesla aims to manufacture 250,000 of these SUVs in the US by 2026, with plans to expand production to China and Europe later.
- The competition in the affordable EV market is intensifying, prompting Tesla to adjust its strategy due to rising tariffs and market changes.
Tennessee just made an invisible update to its tourism site—and it’s brilliant: Tennessee enlisted the state’s best homegrown resource to make its website more ...
fastcompany.com/91318940/tennessee-tourism-website-accessible-design-songwriters

Menopause: Menopause is taboo in the office - it shouldn't be!: Many companies complain about a lack of motivation and disregard those who want to contribute: ...
wiwo.de/erfolg/management/wechseljahre-menopause-ist-im-buero-ein-tabu-das-sollte-nicht-so-sein/100121887.html

F1 Saudi Arabian GP: Max Verstappen grabs pole as Lando Norris crashes: Verstappen sprung a surprise with pole position in Jeddah, while Norris suffered a costly ...
motorsport.com/f1/news/f1-saudi-arabian-gp-oscar-piastri-scores-crucial-pole-after-lando-norris-crashes/10715063/

Ford says it could raise vehicle prices this summer if tariffs remain in effect: Ford's vehicle prices could rise this summer if 25% auto tariffs remain in place ...
cbsnews.com/news/ford-tariffs-raise-prices-summer-2025/

64-core Ryzen Threadripper 9985WX spotted in shipping manifests — 16- and 12-core siblings also spotted
tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/64-core-ryzen-threadripper-9985wx-spotted-in-shipping-manifests-16-and-12-core-siblings-also-spotted

Key Facts: New Ryzen Threadripper CPUs Discovered in Shipping Data
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tomshardware.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tomshardware.com
- New Ryzen 9000 Threadripper CPUs with 64, 16, and 12 cores have been spotted in shipping data, indicating they are in the final development stages.
- The Threadripper family, codenamed 'Shimada Peak', will utilize the latest Zen 5 microarchitecture and may be revealed in 2025.
- These models provide high PCIe lane counts and multiple memory channel support, making them appealing for commercial applications.
- The new processors are expected to be compatible with existing sTR5 motherboards and might be showcased at Computex or later this year.
Four men have pleaded guilty in Kenya to trying to smuggle scores of highly sought-after ants out of the country. The Kenya Wildlife Service has described this ... Show more


Attack in Yemen: US air force destroys Huthi oil port: Tanks and tankers go up in flames, around 80 people die: The USA is cracking down on the Huthi militia in ...
spiegel.de/ausland/us-luftwaffe-zerstoert-huthi-oelhafen-a-3b13edcd-69e6-4fcd-bbaa-067cebc10b0d

How US could use pipelines, Russian assets to tame EU: Reuters reported earlier this month that the latest version of Trump’s resource deal with Ukraine includes ...
asiatimes.com/2025/04/how-us-could-use-pipelines-russian-assets-to-tame-eu/

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Baby boomers urged to stay in work as ‘70 is the new 50’: The IMF found that people in their 70s in 2022 had the same cognitive and physical function as people ...
independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/baby-boomers-work-retirement-imf-b2735244.html

Japan Anti-Trust Watchdog Accuses 15 Tokyo Hotels Of Price Fixing: Select Tokyo area hotels have shared pricing, accomodnation and future pricing data on monthly ...
loyaltylobby.com/2025/04/19/japan-anti-trust-watchdog-accuses-15-tokyo-hotels-of-price-fixing/

Designed in US, made in China: Why Apple is stuck in tariff tussle: China sits at the heart of Apple's supply chain - and has benefited hugely from it ...
bbc.com/news/articles/czx17361pw1o

Public Housing Works. We Need More of It.: We’re in the middle of an affordable housing crisis. We can’t solve it without drastically increasing government ...
jacobin.com/2023/02/public-housing-new-york-affordable-rent-real-estate

Kia Is Bringing an Electric Truck to the US: What We Know So Far: Kia is joining the EV pickup segment. Here's everything you need to know right now.
cnet.com/home/electric-vehicles/kia-is-bringing-an-electric-truck-to-the-us-what-we-know-so-far/
