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WASHINGTON — The Army is planning a sweeping transformation that will merge or close headquarters, dump outdated vehicles and aircraft, slash as many as 1,000 headquarters staff in the Pentagon and shift personnel to units in the field, according to a new memo and U.S. officials familiar with the changes.In a memo released Thursday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered the transformation to “build a leaner, more lethal force.” Discussions about the changes have been going on for weeks, including decisions to combine a number of Army commands. Col. Dave Butler, an Army spokesman, said the potential savings over five years…

IT’S HARD to miss the aggressiveness of Chinese automakers in the Thai market on the drive from Suvarnabhumi Airport into Bangkok: huge billboards featuring BYD, Changan Auto, GAC, Great Wall Motor, SAIC MG and many other Chinese brands line the highways and roads. And on the streets of the capital, Chinese car dealerships are often located steps away from the long-established showrooms of Japanese brands like Toyota and Honda.Thai consumers now have more choices than ever and at attractive prices. This phenomenon followed a deluge of Chinese brands in the Thai market over the past three years, with at least nine…

Amazon will report its first-quarter earnings for the 2025 fiscal year on Thursday after the New York stock exchange closes – results that will be seen in the context of consumer resilience in the face of Donald Trump’s tariff wars. Analysts estimate that Amazon’s earnings-per-share will come in at $1.36 on revenue of $155bn. The company has exceeded Wall Street’s expectations for the previous two quarters. At the close of the first quarter last year, the company reported earnings of $0.98 per share on sales of $143bn. Amazon’s earnings report comes as its stock price has dropped 17% this year…

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) – Inclusive, circus-themed entertainment experiences are coming to downtown Fort Wayne later this month. Downtown Fort Wayne announced Thursday that BuskerFest is returning for its 14th season. From 3 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, the organization says the free, family-friendly festival will open various city streets to performances. Performance locations will span a block of the city that includes Main Street, Berry Street, Calhoun Street, and Harmony Court.Organizers say this year’s lineup features a variety of performers, including musicians, dancers, acrobats and aerialists, magicians, and more.For more information about Downtown Fort Wayne’s Buskerfest, click…

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MASTERCARD beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit on Thursday as customers kept up spending on its card network despite the economic uncertainty sparked by US President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs.Executives said the fundamentals supporting consumer and business spending remained solid despite sentiment taking a hit from tariff-driven turmoil and geopolitical tensions.“While there is uncertainty in the world, we’ve built a diversified, resilient business model and proven strategy that enables us to effectively navigate various economic environments,” CEO Michael Miebach said in a statement.The results underscore the resilience of card networks, which are viewed as more defensive in a downturn, given…

LG Electronics, the renowned eco-friendly electronics manufacturing giant, has once again delivered on its commitment to provide life-changing access to clean water for communities in Nigeria facing critical water scarcity. In a heartwarming gesture of compassion and solidarity, LG donated its 8th solar-powered borehole to the resilient people of Ayeye Community in Ibadan, Oyo State. This act of benevolence not only quenches the immediate thirst of the community but also symbolizes a beacon of hope, empowerment, and sustainability for generations to come. The people of Ayeye Community greeted LG Electronics’ generous donation with overwhelming joy, their chants of gratitude echoing…

There’s no shortage of Linux distributions trying to take on Windows nowadays, but ALT Workstation 11 actually makes a strong case for doing just that. Developed in Russia and now based on the stable “Salvia” branch of Platform 11, this fresh release swaps out the MATE desktop in favor of a full GNOME experience. If you’ve been frustrated with Windows 11’s confusing UI, forced Microsoft accounts, or bloated system updates, ALT Workstation 11 offers a refreshing change. The operating system doesn’t just give you a usable desktop — it gives you control. On first boot, a welcome tool called “ALT…

FUNThe Historic Arkansas Museum, 200 E. Third St., Little Rock, holds its 52nd Territorial Fair, noon-4 p.m. Sunday, with musical performers including Lark in the Morning, Ricky Russell, Artists United, Sugar on the Floor and Rocky Clements. The Arkansas Country Dancers will lead attendees in old-time dances, including around the Maypole. Also on tap: a 19th-century photo booth; blacksmithing and printing demonstrations; lawn bowling; leather stamping; and a session on pollinators in gardening. Loblolly Ice Cream will serve the fair’s signature beverage, raspberry lemon shrub, and ice cream. arkansasheritage.com/events.501Fest, celebrating the area covered by Central Arkansas’ 501 telephone area code,…

OPPO Australia has announced that its flagship Find X8 Pro is now available for purchase locally at a price of $1,799. The new device marks the first global release of the OPPO Find X Series in two years and is packed with advanced features, including its latest ColorOS 15 system. OPPO Australia’s Managing Director, Michael Tran, highlighted the significance of the release: “We’ve heard the demand from our Australian users to bring the Find X Series back to local shores. The Find X8 Pro sets a new global benchmark for excellence, with groundbreaking AI features and unparalleled smartphone photography.” The…