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The last-ever penny will be minted today in Philadelphia

08

Nov

Inversiones y negocios

End of an Era: Last Penny Minted

Following over two centuries of circulation, the American penny is slated for discontinuation, concluding a 238-year period in the country's financial narrative. The last coin is scheduled for production today at the US Mint in Philadelphia, signifying the conclusion of an epoch.The last minting and the rationale behind its discontinuationThe last penny will be produced under the supervision of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Treasurer Brandon Beach, following a directive from President Donald Trump earlier this year to halt production. The decision stems from the rising cost of manufacturing the coin—nearly four cents per penny—making it more expensive to produce…

How Japan’s new prime minister has brought China’s ‘wolf warriors’ back out

08

Nov

Por Laura Benavides

Internacional

Japan’s Leader Triggers China’s ‘Wolf Warriors’

Japan’s first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, faces a diplomatic storm as tensions between Tokyo and Beijing flare over Taiwan. What began as a cautious exchange of handshakes has quickly escalated into one of the sharpest confrontations between the two Asian powers in years.Rising tensions between Tokyo and BeijingBarely a month into her term, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi finds herself at the center of a major international dispute. Only days after meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping, relations between Japan and China have deteriorated dramatically, fueled by harsh rhetoric and nationalist fervor. The immediate cause of the rift stems from…

Trump’s drug pricing push sidelines Medicare negotiation program

08

Nov

Por Camila Rojas

Salud

Trump’s Drug Pricing Push Sidelines Medicare Negotiation

In the growing debate over prescription drug prices in the United States, two competing approaches have emerged — one rooted in political dealmaking and the other in structured government policy. As attention turns to upcoming Medicare drug price negotiations, the tension between short-term agreements and long-term reform is becoming increasingly visible.Donald Trump, the former president, has recently drawn attention to a series of new agreements with pharmaceutical firms, designed to lower the prices of widely used weight loss and diabetes drugs, including Wegovy and Zepbound. He asserts that these voluntary arrangements will enhance the availability of these treatments for American…

Ashlynn Park of Ashlyn is the Winner of the 2025 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund

08

Nov

Por Claudia Nogueira

Moda y tendencias

Ashlynn Park: 2025 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Winner

Following months of eager anticipation and a demanding creative journey, the 2025 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has unveiled its latest emerging talent – a designer whose creations exemplify ingenuity, perseverance, and sophisticated craftsmanship.Ashlynn Park, the visionary behind her namesake label Ashlyn, has been announced as the recipient of the prestigious 2025 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund award. This recognition arrives on the heels of another remarkable milestone for Park, who just a week earlier earned the Emerging Designer of the Year honor at the CFDA Fashion Awards. Her rapid ascent in the fashion world reflects both her exceptional talent and the deep authenticity…

A plan written by Trump’s NASA pick was leaked. Here’s what to know about ‘Project Athena’

08

Nov

Por Nuria Castañeda

Ciencia y tecnología

‘Project Athena’: A Deep Dive into Trump’s NASA Pick’s Leaked Plan

NASA could be on the verge of a significant overhaul as billionaire Jared Isaacman, President Donald Trump's contentious choice for administrator, presents an ambitious blueprint for the organization.Project Athena: an ambitious roadmapIsaacman, whose nomination to head NASA has been a recurring event, having been put forward, then retracted, and subsequently re-proposed, has released a 62-page report named Project Athena outlining his vision for the agency. Although certain parts are now deemed obsolete, the blueprint indicates extensive transformations, ranging from internal restructuring to bold objectives for deep-space missions. Isaacman has stressed that this document was conceived as an initial framework, designed…

A seismic shift in computing is on the horizon (and it’s not AI)

08

Nov

Por Laura Benavides

Internacional

The Unseen Shift: Computing’s Future Without AI

The world of computing is on the brink of a transformation that could surpass even the current excitement around artificial intelligence. Emerging technologies promise to redefine how we process information, store data, and interact with machines.Beyond AI: the next frontier in computingWhile artificial intelligence has dominated headlines and investment strategies over the past several years, experts warn that the next major revolution in computing may come from entirely different innovations. Quantum computing, neuromorphic chips, and advanced photonics are among the technologies poised to dramatically alter the landscape of information technology. These advancements promise not only faster processing speeds but also…