Warren Buffett has long admitted that one of his biggest investing oversights was failing to buy shares of Google in its early years. Two decades later, that regret has turned into action. Berkshire Hathaway has disclosed a new position in Alphabet Inc valued at approximately 4.3 billion US dollars, marking one of the most notable shifts in the firm’s long-standing investment philosophy. The announcement immediately boosted market sentiment around Alphabet, with shares rising after the fili

Santa Clara County’s recently approved sales tax increase has triggered a growing conflict among its supporters, with county officials, law enforcement leaders and community advocates divided over how the revenue should be distributed. The dispute centers on Measure A, a five-eighths-cent sales tax increase approved by 57% of voters, which county leaders described as a critical source of funding for the region’s strained public hospital system. Now, disagreements over future budget alloca

Andhra Pradesh is quickly emerging as a major technology and data hub in India, with global giants like Google and Reliance investing heavily in the state. Following Google’s announcement of a Rs 87,000 crore mega data center, Reliance has now confirmed plans to establish a 1 GW AI-powered data center in Andhra Pradesh. The project will be powered by a 6 GWp solar energy initiative, reflecting a commitment to sustainable and green technology infrastructure.

​Anthropic announced plans on Wednesday to invest $50 billion in a large-scale U.S. artificial intelligence infrastructure initiative, beginning with new data center projects in Texas and New York. The company said the facilities will serve as core components of its long-term strategy to accelerate research and support enterprise clients across industries that depend on high-performance AI systems. The data centers will be developed in collaboration with Fluidstack, an AI cloud platfo

Open enrollment for Covered California began Monday with Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joining state and local officials in encouraging residents to enroll early in health coverage. The new enrollment period opens against a backdrop of financial uncertainty, as ongoing federal funding debates threaten to reshape the affordability of health insurance for millions across the state. This year’s enrollment marks a critical moment for the state’s health care marketplace. Covered Calif

Reports have surfaced that Google is secretly building an artificial intelligence data centre on Christmas Island, a remote Australian territory in the Indian Ocean. According to a Reuters investigation, the facility is believed to be connected to a military cloud computing deal between Google and the Australian Department of Defence. The island, strategically positioned for maritime monitoring, is said to provide an ideal location for advanced AI and surveillance infrastructure. In

A senior pharmaceutical executive collapsed during an Oval Office event where former U.S. President Donald Trump was announcing a new initiative to reduce the prices of obesity drugs. The incident caused a sudden interruption to the live broadcast of the announcement, which was centered on a major agreement between the Trump administration and leading pharmaceutical manufacturers. According to eyewitnesses, the executive, later identified as Gordon Findlay of Novo Nordisk, lost his

CVS Health has announced plans to close 16 Oak Street Health primary care clinics across the United States by the end of February 2026, citing the move as part of a broader effort to strengthen its financial position and long-term sustainability. The closures follow a comprehensive review of the company’s clinic operations and come amid a changing healthcare landscape that has placed significant pressure on medical providers. The decision arrives two years after CVS Health acquire

WASHINGTON — Thousands of District residents could soon lose critical dental and vision benefits as Washington, D.C. prepares to overhaul its Medicaid program starting January 1, 2026. The city’s decision to reduce Medicaid eligibility and transition many enrollees into a new system known as the Healthy DC Plan has sparked deep concern among healthcare providers and community advocates. The upcoming changes follow a decision to lower the income threshold for Medicaid eligibility

Thousands of health care professionals across California and Hawaii have walked off the job in what is being called the largest strike in the history of the United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals (UNAC/UHCP). Beginning at 7 a.m. Tuesday, more than 31,000 registered nurses, pharmacists, physician assistants, rehabilitation therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other advanced care providers are participating in the five-day strike against Kaiser Perm

In East San Jose, the trauma unit at Regional Medical Center is once again alive with activity. Doctors and nurses are back to doing the work they were trained for: cutting crash victims out of their clothes, replacing blood loss from torn arteries, and holding shattered bones together while shouting urgent instructions through the chaos of an emergency room. The noise and intensity may sound alarming to an outsider, but to those who work there, it represents a vital return to function after

Google, one of the most influential technology companies in the world, marked its 27th birthday by bringing back its original logo from 1998. The special Doodle displayed on the search engine’s homepage transported users back to the 90s with the company’s very first logo, a symbol of how far it has come in nearly three decades. This celebratory Doodle appeared in several countries including India, the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Thailand, reminding millions of users of the

US Congresswoman Haley Stevens announced on Thursday, September 25, that she will introduce articles of impeachment against Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. The move marks an escalation of her opposition to Kennedy’s policies, which she described as creating “healthcare chaos” across the country. In her post, Stevens stated that the time for patience has ended, declaring “enough is enough” and pledging to pursue formal impeachment proceedi

Larry Ellison, the co-founder of Oracle and the world’s second-richest man after Elon Musk, has pledged to donate 95% of his estimated $373 billion fortune. His vast wealth comes primarily from his 41% stake in Oracle and significant investments in Tesla, both of which surged in value due to the AI boom. Ellison first made this pledge in 2010 through the Giving Pledge, a global philanthropic commitment by billionaires to give away most of their fortunes.

Google has once again become the focus of global attention after more than 200 contractors working on its artificial intelligence projects were laid off in recent weeks. The workers, employed through outsourcing company GlobalLogic, were responsible for tasks such as rating responses from Google’s Gemini chatbot, reviewing AI-generated summaries, and ensuring that the systems produced accurate and natural-sounding answers. Despite their specialized roles

If you are an NRI parent moving to the United States or already living there, a common question is whether your child’s Indian vaccination certificate will be accepted. The good news is that in most cases the answer is yes, but there are a few important points to keep in mind. Indian vaccination records are generally recognized in the US as long as they are complete, accurate, and clearly documented. The records should include the child’s name, date of birth, vaccine nam

For Indian families living abroad, ensuring children receive the right vaccinations is one of the most important aspects of healthcare. While India has its own immunization schedule, moving to another country often means adapting to new guidelines and adding vaccines that may not be common back home. Having a complete vaccination checklist helps parents stay organized and ensures their child is protected no matter where they grow up. The foundation of any vaccination plan starts wit

For NRI parents, ensuring their child’s health is a top priority, especially when living in a different country with new healthcare guidelines. Vaccinations play a crucial role in protecting children from preventable diseases, but the schedule and types of vaccines may vary depending on where you live. Understanding which vaccines are essential helps parents make informed decisions and ensures their children remain healthy, no matter where they are growing up. The first and mo

Santa Clara County is urging support for a proposed sales tax increase that it says is critical to keeping its hospital system alive in the face of looming federal funding cuts. The measure, known as Measure A, would add a five-eighths cent sales tax and has been fast-tracked for the November 4 special election ballot. County officials warn that without additional revenue, essential public hospital services, trauma care, and safety net programs could be jeopardi

Parkland Hospital in Dallas is marking a major milestone this week as it celebrates ten years since the opening of its modern medical facility in August 2015. The hospital, located directly across from the county’s older hospital that had served the community since 1954, represented a transformative leap forward in health care for Dallas County residents. For Dr. Fred Cerise, the hospital’s CEO, the move symbolized not only a new building but a fund