North America

What challenges await the next pope? Chicago Catholics weigh in

May 9, 2025

As 133 Catholic cardinals —including Chicago’s Blase Cupich — enter the Sistine Chapel Wednesday to begin deliberating and electing a new pope, whoever emerges as pontiff from this conclave takes on a job that has changed dramatically in the last 12 years. On top of internal problems like fewer priests and the ongoing fallout of […]

Trump on using military force says “I don’t see it with Canada,” but “something could happen with Greenland.”

May 7, 2025

Greenlanders respond to Trump: "It will never be for sale" Greenlanders respond to Trump: "It will never be for sale" Greenlanders respond to Trump: "It will never be for sale" President Trump said he would talk to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney about making Canada the 51st state. But the president said he didn't expect […]

Lady Gaga Performs Before More Than 2.5 Million People At Free Show On Rio’s Copacabana Beach

May 7, 2025

Global pop superstar Lady Gaga performed for over 2.5 million fans at a free concert in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Lady Gaga performed the landmark concert on Copacabana Beach in the Brazilian city on Saturday, May 3rd. Gaga now holds the record for the highest attended concert by a female artist in history. "I'm so […]

ProShares: No New XRP ETFs on April 30 Despite Reports

May 7, 2025

Despite reports that ProShares is planning to launch three exchange-traded funds tracking the prices of XRP-based futures on April 30, the company confirmed to etf.com that’s not happening—yet. On Monday, a ProShares spokesperson told etf.com the firm “does not have any ETF launches scheduled for Wednesday, April 30. We have no further news to share […]

Lisa says BLACKPINK are “in the studio” working on a new album

May 7, 2025

Lisa has said a new BLACKPINK album is on the way. The K-pop icons are about to reunite for a 2025 tour taking place at stadiums in the UK, North America, Europe and Asia. The final date of the tour will be held at Wembley Stadium in London, and will mark a huge milestone for […]

FTX Commences Legal Action to Ensure the Return of Tokens and Coins

May 7, 2025

Files Complaints Against Two Issuers, Underscoring Willingness to Pursue Litigation Barring Adequate Engagement FTX Contacting Token and Coin Issuers Regarding FTX Assets; Urges Cooperation WILMINGTON, Del., April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — FTX Trading Ltd. (d/b/a FTX.com) and the FTX Recovery Trust (collectively "FTX") today announced that to recover estate assets, FTX has commenced legal action […]

Mexico Economy Narrowly Dodges Recession Amid US Trade Chaos

May 7, 2025

Levies on products that are not covered by North America’s free trade agreement are already in place, along with duties on steel, aluminum and the portions of finished automobiles that aren’t made in the US. The risk of onerous duties on exports to the US, far and away Mexico’s top trading partner, continues to loom […]

US solidifying itself as bitcoin mining hub

May 5, 2025

Bitcoin miners are rapidly finding their way to the United States and putting down roots, with the U.S. capturing 75.4% of activity in North America, according to a new report, especially as firms exit China. "The U.S. has, I think, the right mix of, in a way, capital markets but also kind of attractive energy […]

Gold House And Nasdaq Convene Power Players To Celebrate The 2025 A100

May 5, 2025

The 2025 Gold Power Summit highlights pan-Asian excellence, venture capital influence, and cross-industry innovation during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Gold Power Summit 2025 at Nasdaq. Photo by Vanja Savic “Gold House doesn’t just award achievement—it engineers access.” A Convergence of Capital and Culture Now in its second year, the Gold Power Summit—held in partnership […]

Trump disliked Trudeau – why Carney may fare better

May 5, 2025

Trump disliked Trudeau – why Carney may fare better 22 hours ago Share Save Anthony Zurcher • @awzurcher North America corrrespondent Jessica Murphy BBC News, Toronto Share Save Getty Images Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to meet soon with US President Donald Trump The victory-party din for Mark Carney and his Liberal Party […]