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A Chinese artificial intelligence chip start-up led by industry veteran Wei Shaojun has emerged from stealth mode, joining giants like Huawei Technologies in betting on 3D stacking to bypass US tech export controls.
Why it matters: A Chinese artificial intelligence chip start-up led by industry veteran Wei Shaojun has emerged from stealth mode, joining giants like Huawei Technologies in betting on 3D stacking to bypass US tech export controls.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump discussed Ukraine and the coming Nato summit in Turkey in a phone call Saturday.
Why it matters: Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump discussed Ukraine and the coming Nato summit in Turkey in a phone call Saturday.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday urged the United States to stand by his country, after reaching a US-backed framework deal with Israel aiming to permanently end hostilities after the latest Israel-Hezbollah...
Why it matters: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday urged the United States to stand by his country, after reaching a US-backed framework deal with Israel aiming to permanently end hostilities after the latest Israel-Hezbollah...
We have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering Latin American relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1.
Why it matters: We have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering Latin American relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1.
The United States confirmed on Wednesday it would not renew its North American trade pact, its trade chief blaming Canada’s pursuit of Chinese investment.
Why it matters: The United States confirmed on Wednesday it would not renew its North American trade pact, its trade chief blaming Canada’s pursuit of Chinese investment.
Tehran says sides agreed on partial release of frozen funds, US officials deny; Washington reportedly pushing Iran to look at 'bigger picture,' not insist on Hormuz control The post US, Iran wrap up indirect Doha talks...
Why it matters: Tehran says sides agreed on partial release of frozen funds, US officials deny; Washington reportedly pushing Iran to look at 'bigger picture,' not insist on Hormuz control The post US, Iran wrap up indirect Doha talks...
Higher fuel prices, disrupted shipping and supply chains, potential naval clashes near the Strait of Hormuz, and precedent for states monetizing transit chokepoints.
Why it matters: Higher fuel prices, disrupted shipping and supply chains, potential naval clashes near the Strait of Hormuz, and precedent for states monetizing transit chokepoints.
Indirect talks in Doha, Qatar, between officials from the United States and Iran aimed at ending the Middle East war have started, a diplomat with knowledge of the talks said on Wednesday.
Why it matters: Indirect talks in Doha, Qatar, between officials from the United States and Iran aimed at ending the Middle East war have started, a diplomat with knowledge of the talks said on Wednesday.
Kamala Harris privately called New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani last week and has been holding lengthy, closed-door meetings with other prominent progressives — including pro-Palestinian activists.
Why it matters: Kamala Harris privately called New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani last week and has been holding lengthy, closed-door meetings with other prominent progressives — including pro-Palestinian activists.
Coloradans are voting in hotly contested races for Senate, House and governor, as newcomers and progressives challenge established incumbents.
Why it matters: Coloradans are voting in hotly contested races for Senate, House and governor, as newcomers and progressives challenge established incumbents.
More than 150 structures have been destroyed by a fast-moving wildfire in southern Colorado, where mandatory evacuations remain in place and firefighters have not gained any containment, according to officials.
Why it matters: More than 150 structures have been destroyed by a fast-moving wildfire in southern Colorado, where mandatory evacuations remain in place and firefighters have not gained any containment, according to officials.
As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its founding, it confronts a new world order dominated by its relationship with China.
Why it matters: As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its founding, it confronts a new world order dominated by its relationship with China.
News editor Ben Sales reviews PM's status during 2015 Iran deal and now, Israel-opposition as a unifying factor in NYC primaries, and new details about the 1976 raid on Entebbe The post Daily Briefing June 30: Why...
Why it matters: News editor Ben Sales reviews PM's status during 2015 Iran deal and now, Israel-opposition as a unifying factor in NYC primaries, and new details about the 1976 raid on Entebbe The post Daily Briefing June 30: Why...
Subscribe here: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Overcast | Pocket Casts President Trump wanted to paint the Reflecting Pool that sits between the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial a deep shade of blue;...
Why it matters: Subscribe here: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Overcast | Pocket Casts President Trump wanted to paint the Reflecting Pool that sits between the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial a deep shade of blue;...
New York City mayor says Democratic candidates he endorsed speak to people struggling to make ends meet. Plus the best pictures from weekend Pride events across the US Good morning.
Why it matters: New York City mayor says Democratic candidates he endorsed speak to people struggling to make ends meet. Plus the best pictures from weekend Pride events across the US Good morning.
Shifts in who builds and controls AI infrastructure affect jobs, prices, regulatory oversight, and where large‑scale computing power is governed — changing economic opportunity and public accountability around powerful AI systems.
Why it matters: Shifts in who builds and controls AI infrastructure affect jobs, prices, regulatory oversight, and where large‑scale computing power is governed — changing economic opportunity and public accountability around powerful AI systems.
The U.S. pulled out of the Iran nuclear deal in 2018 and called it the “worst deal ever.” That decision blew up a major nuclear agreement and helped reset U.S.-Iran relations ar...
Why it matters: The U.S. pulled out of the Iran nuclear deal in 2018 and called it the “worst deal ever.” That decision blew up a major nuclear agreement and helped reset U.S.-Iran relations ar...
China has opened a massive new plasma mill that could help it make the ultra-fine powders used in advanced military and tech manufacturing. That matters because control over the...
Why it matters: China has opened a massive new plasma mill that could help it make the ultra-fine powders used in advanced military and tech manufacturing. That matters because control over the...
Benjamin Netanyahu is said to have urged Donald Trump not to move forward with an Iran ceasefire yet. That matters because a foreign leader appears to be trying to shape the tim...
Why it matters: Benjamin Netanyahu is said to have urged Donald Trump not to move forward with an Iran ceasefire yet. That matters because a foreign leader appears to be trying to shape the tim...
Trump’s budget plan would push defense spending up by $445 billion while cutting other programs by 10%. That is not just a budget tweak. It is a blunt statement about who gets p...
Why it matters: Trump’s budget plan would push defense spending up by $445 billion while cutting other programs by 10%. That is not just a budget tweak. It is a blunt statement about who gets p...
A Lexington 1 school board vice chair has resigned after her husband’s arrest. The resignation lands in the middle of a public trust problem: when the people running schools are...
Why it matters: A Lexington 1 school board vice chair has resigned after her husband’s arrest. The resignation lands in the middle of a public trust problem: when the people running schools are...
A Shasta County election official known for questioning elections is now overseeing them. That matters because election systems only work when the people running them protect th...
Why it matters: A Shasta County election official known for questioning elections is now overseeing them. That matters because election systems only work when the people running them protect th...
Donald Trump attacked Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Neil Gorsuch after they joined a ruling he did not like. It is a blunt warning sign for the courts: even judge...
Why it matters: Donald Trump attacked Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Neil Gorsuch after they joined a ruling he did not like. It is a blunt warning sign for the courts: even judge...
Durham police and prosecutors are again being accused of abusing their power in the Duke lacrosse case. It matters because the claims point at public trust, but the sourcing her...
Why it matters: Durham police and prosecutors are again being accused of abusing their power in the Duke lacrosse case. It matters because the claims point at public trust, but the sourcing her...
The U.S. Justice Department has charged three people with conspiring to smuggle sensitive artificial intelligence technology to China. The case matters because it shows how fast...
Why it matters: The U.S. Justice Department has charged three people with conspiring to smuggle sensitive artificial intelligence technology to China. The case matters because it shows how fast...
State of the Oligarchy — NOLIGARCHY.US const DATA = [{ newsletter_json: {"week_of":"March 22, 2026","week_theme":"oligarchy in the crosshairs: tech barons weaponize hype, politi...
Why it matters: State of the Oligarchy — NOLIGARCHY.US const DATA = [{ newsletter_json: {"week_of":"March 22, 2026","week_theme":"oligarchy in the crosshairs: tech barons weaponize hype, politi...
President Trump threatened to send ICE agents to airports if Democrats do not agree to end the DHS shutdown. That matters because it turns a budget fight into a pressure tactic...
Why it matters: President Trump threatened to send ICE agents to airports if Democrats do not agree to end the DHS shutdown. That matters because it turns a budget fight into a pressure tactic...