Año: 2025

Six things that may cost Americans more after Trump's tariffs
25 Jul

Six consumer goods that may become pricier for Americans after Trump’s tariffs

Camila RojasResponsabilidad social
Recent announcements regarding tariffs are expected to affect the pricing of various common products in the United States, possibly exerting more financial strain on families. As novel trade regulations are established, their impact is starting to spread across different industries, ranging from home appliances to the car sector. Even though these actions aim to enhance local manufacturing, they might incur costs for consumers in America.One significant alteration originates from the reestablishment or escalation of duties on merchandise brought in from specific nations, particularly China. These duties aim to shield U.S. sectors by increasing the cost of foreign goods, thus motivating…
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Suspect faces terrorism charges in stabbing of 11 at Walmart in Michigan
25 Jul

11 injured in Michigan Walmart stabbing, suspect charged with terrorism

Camila RojasResponsabilidad social
A person taken into custody linked to a recent stabbing case at a Walmart location in Michigan is now charged with terrorism, as officials intensify their probe into the motives and wider repercussions of the incident. The occurrence, which resulted in eleven individuals being hurt, has sparked significant worries about community security and led to a coordinated effort by multiple agencies to comprehend the essence of the attack.The incident took place at a Walmart location where, according to preliminary reports, a man began attacking shoppers and employees with a bladed weapon. Emergency services arrived swiftly at the scene, and the…
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Auction sales fall 6% in the first half, raising fears of an art market shift
25 Jul

6% slump in auction sales in H1 prompts art market speculation

Camila RojasInversiones y negocios
Auction revenues declined by around 6% in the first half of the year compared with the same period last year, prompting fresh concerns about the global art market's strength. This occurs amid broader weakening in fine‑art sales, signaling a shift in collector behavior and challenging prevailing business models.Although major houses like Sotheby’s, Christie’s and Phillips continued to lead, their combined total slipped to just under $4 billion in H1 2025. Fine‑art auctions—the core of their business—dropped by approximately 10%. This signals a market that is either consolidating at a lower baseline or possibly entering a longer-term structural change.Although there was a…
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Hackers leak 13,000 user photos and IDs from the Tea app, designed as a women's safe space
25 Jul

13,000 Tea app users’ photos and IDs leaked by hackers, compromising women’s safe space

Camila RojasCiencia y Tecnología
A significant security incident has impacted Tea, an application designed to provide a secure and supportive environment for women, as attackers exposed personal details of over 13,000 users. The leaked information comprises sensitive items like selfies, images of government-issued IDs, and reports submitted by users that were involved in the app's internal verification and complaint procedures.The incident has prompted significant worries about user safety and the confidentiality of information, especially since Tea promotes itself as a platform designed to safeguard women, particularly those who report harassment or abuse. A large number of users signed up for the app with the…
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Russia's Aeroflot cancels flights after pro-Ukrainian hackers claim massive cyberattack
25 Jul

Cyberattack by pro-Ukrainian group causes Aeroflot to halt flights

Camila RojasCiencia y Tecnología
The main airline of Russia, Aeroflot, experienced a significant interruption when a cyberattack resulted in the collapse of its systems, necessitating the cancellation of multiple flights. This event caused extensive delays and disarray in airports, especially at Moscow's Sheremetyevo, where travelers faced long queues and scant information as a consequence of the breakdown of digital services.The airline's internal systems reportedly went down suddenly, impacting everything from flight scheduling to baggage processing and customer support. Over 50 round-trip flights were affected, including both domestic and international routes. With the website offline and the call centers overwhelmed, many travelers were left without…
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