A Pacific Northwest state shaping policy, culture, and risk in the American West.
Nvidia has announced an independent board-led probe into Jensen Huang’s extramarital affair, amid US intelligence concerns that his associate engaged in espionage for Beijing. The company’s stock has fallen as shareholders and lawmakers seek clarity on national security risks and succession plans.
The White House has removed tariffs on specific Canadian goods — including plywood, packing materials, certain machinery and refrigeration equipment — and will impose duties on other items starting Oct. 30. Senators and businesses in Maine have secured exemptions after lobbying; critics say the move appears timed to help Senator Susan Collins in a tight reelection fight and to blunt local economic pain.
A series of first-person accounts highlights how AI, venture capital and fintech culture are reshaping career journeys across global tech hubs. From STEM pivots into AI-enabled advisory roles to startups redefining capital markets, the stories illustrate a rapid shift in how professionals learn, adapt and scale in the age of AI.
Three people have died after a collision between a Robinson R22 and an Airbus H125 near McMinnville, Oregon. The NTSB has dispatched a team to inspect wreckage as investigators work to determine what caused the Thursday crash.
AMD has reported better-than-expected earnings driven by data center demand, with revenue up 45% year over year and data center sales nearly doubling. The company forecasts fourth-quarter revenue around $17 billion, with a gross margin near 55%. Analyst concern centers on demand trends and Intel’s guidance, as the AI chip race accelerates.
The midterm elections have kept Congress in suspense as forecasts have oriented toward Democratic gains in the House and a tighter Senate race. Early results show key contests in Georgia, Virginia and North Carolina shaping control, with recounts possible in Alaska and slow returns expected in several close races.
Democrats have emerged with new majorities and are ready to wield subpoena power to probe the Trump administration, family business dealings, Epstein matters, and ICE operations. Leaders say the focus is on accountability and affordability for Americans, with impeachment discussions potentially revisited if warranted.
Michigan has replaced offensive coordinator Jason Beck with interim OC Jim Harding as the Wolverines struggle offensively. The move follows a season of poor offensive output and a closely watched quarterback situation, with underperformance threatening bowl eligibility.
Democrats have gained hundreds of state legislative seats and secured governing trifectas in multiple states, expanding their control of statehouses, governors’ offices, and redistricting processes. The wave reshapes policy on minimum wages, abortion access, and voting rules ahead of 2028, while challenging Republican redistricting strategies.