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Japan's JERA says domestic offshore wind project on schedule despite rising costs

TOKYO, Feb 18 : Japan's top power generator JERA has begun construction of its offshore wind project in Akita, northern Japan, and is on schedule for a 2028 start-up, President Hisahide Okuda said on Wednesday.The move comes despite soaring material and construction costs, and last year's withdrawal by a Mit

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 5 hours ago

War fighters move to Iran despite reported progress in US nuclear talks

Fox News senior White House correspondent Peter Doocy reports on diplomatic talks between U.S. and Iranian officials regarding Iran’s nuclear program on ‘Special Report.’

Fox News - World - 16 hours ago

Zendaya shares why some parts of her life will never go public despite fame

Zendaya is getting honest about living under constant spotlight.The Euphoria star, who confirmed her engagement to Tom Holland one year ago, admitted that fame comes with its own downside and she...

International The News - Entertainment - 17 hours ago

Women's Bracketology: Vandy stays a No. 2 seed despite upset of Texas

Also in this week's women's college basketball projections, there's a two-bid Ivy and Minnesota is on the brink of hosting

CBS News - Sports - 22 hours ago

Holiday Inn owner opens 443 hotels as sales grow despite 'turbulent' conditions

IHG, which also runs the Crowne Plaza and Hotel Indigo brands, revealed that total revenue grew by 5% to 5.19 billion dollars (£3.8 billion).

Evening Standard - Business - 1 day ago

Dozens infected in massive measles outbreak at US college despite majority vaccinations

More than 40 cases reported at Florida Catholic college amid nationwide spike

New York Post - Health - 1 day ago

'It was a gift': French goalie Junca's birthday was a memorable one despite 10-2 loss to Canadian stars - Chris Jones - Sports - Olympics - Winter Sports - Hockey - | February 16

Imagine, for a few horrifying moments, that you have woken up as Julian Junca, the starting goalie for France. It’s your birthday. You have just turned 28. And you are facing Canada in Olympic hockey.

CBC News - World - 2 days ago

Oil prices rise on US inflation optimism despite OPEC supply concern

Doha, Qatar: Oil prices settled marginally higher on Friday after data showed an overall slowdown in US inflation, helping offset supply concerns as O...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 3 days ago

Grocery prices in Chicago have climbed double digits in the last year despite Trump's vow to lower them

The Sun-Times has been checking the prices of 35 common grocery items at four Chicago stores for the past year and most items haven't become cheaper.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Oscar-nominated director Jafar Panahi says he will return to Iran despite looming arrest -- Sara Jabakhanji

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi says he plans to return to Iran after Oscar season is over, despite the looming threat of his arrest amid a government crackdown on protests that has killed thousands and detained many more.

CBC News - Entertainment - 4 days ago

Reeves insists no change in strategy despite sluggish economic growth

‘We've got the right economic plan,’ chancellor insists despite growth sitting at 0.1 per cent

Independent UK - Business - 6 days ago

Despite condensed schedule and increased risk of injury, NHL players couldn't wait to suit up for the Winter Olympics

If injured in their quest, that lust for gold could prove to be what keeps them from seeing their names etched into the slivery Stanley Cup some four months later.

Boston Globe - Sports - 11 days ago

Talks with US were 'very good start' despite uncertainty, says Iran

The delegations have retreat to consult with leaders as talks will continue in Muscat

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 12 days ago

Police Have 'Not Identified a Suspect' in Nancy Guthrie's Disappearance, Despite Reports

Police have "not identified a suspect" in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mom Nancy Guthrie, a Pima County Sheriff's spokesperson tells PEOPLE. Despite reports of potential suspects or arrest, authorities are still searching for leads nearly 72 hours after Nancy was first reported missing from her Arizona home.

People - Entertainment - 13 days ago

Despite vision loss, she still declutters rental flats to restore dignity to hoarders' homes

Fion Phua has been offering help, from household chores to serious decluttering, to vulnerable residents for 40 years. She tells CNA’s On The Red Dot why she cannot look away from their living conditions even as her vision fades.

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 20 days ago

Users flock to open source Moltbot for always-on AI, despite major risks

The open source "Jarvis" chats via WhatsApp but requires access to your files and accounts.

Ars Technica - Business - 21 days ago

Amazon to appeal against Italian Antitrust fine despite major reduction

U.S. e-commerce giant Amazon said on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, that it would appeal against a decision by ‌an Italian court that reduced a fine imposed by ‌the country's antitrust...

International The News - Business - 1 month ago

Why is Pentagon embracing Elon Musk's controversial AI Grok? -- The Pentagon is integrating Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok into its classified and unclassified networks despite global backlash over explicit content, antisemitic posts, and regulatory probes. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says the move will accelerate military AI adoption and improve battlefield decision-making

The Pentagon is integrating Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok into its classified and unclassified networks despite global backlash over explicit content, antisemitic posts, and regulatory probes. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says the move will accelerate military AI adoption and improve battlefield decision-making

First Post - Technology - 1 month ago

Despite risks, Hong Kong teenagers turn to chatbots for counselling

Around 20 percent of secondary school students in Hong Kong exhibit moderate to severe depression, anxiety, and stress, but nearly half are reluctant to reach out when facing mental health issues.

Global Voices - Technology - 4 months ago

Popular Chinese brands bet big on US consumers despite tariff threats

The United States has seen an influx of popular Chinese firms placing big bets on American consumers. Analysts say the conditions are ripe for companies to succeed in the US, but warn that President Donald Trump’s tariffs might stand in the way. Despite the ongoing trade war, brands like Luckin Coffee, Heytea, and Po

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 5 months ago

Despite Trump's Win, School Vouchers Were Again Rejected by Majorities of Voters

In several Republican-led states, popular sentiment on the voucher issue has been overridden by the efforts of special interest groups and powerful governors who have enacted sweeping voucher programs that often benefit affluent families.

ProPublica - Politics - 7 months ago