Elon Musk’s rise to prominence and wealth places him in a position where his influence stretches across various sectors, from electric vehicles with Tesla to space exploration with SpaceX, and even social media with X (formerly Twitter). Musk’s career has often mirrored that of historical figures like Jacob Fugger, a 16th-century financier who became one of the most powerful men in Europe. Both men are risk-takers who transformed industries and were disliked by the establishment for their boldness and influence.
The President of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, warned President-elect Donald Trump that he stands with Panama amid Trump's push for the United States to seize the Panama Canal.
A married, gay couple who were arrested in 2022 after authorities in Georgia learned that the two were using their adopted, underaged sons for pornography were sentenced to 100 years in prison this week.