Court Reinstates South Korean Prime Minister Amid Deep Political Crisis

South Korea’s Constitutional Court overturned the impeachment of Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, reinstating him as acting president while the nation awaits a decision on the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol. The 7-1 ruling declared the allegations against Han either not illegal, not serious enough, or improperly passed by the National Assembly. Han was impeached in late December 2024 during a period of political upheaval following President Yoon’s imposition of martial law. Han, a longtime bureaucrat, pledged to focus on national priorities like trade and called for unity. While the decision doesn’t predict Yoon’s fate, analysts say it may energize his supporters. Yoon, facing rebellion charges over the military intervention in parliament, could be permanently ousted or reinstated depending on the pending court verdict.

Sources: Associated Press

Canada Heads to Snap Election as PM Mark Carney Seeks Mandate

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called a snap election for April 28, citing escalating tensions with the United States under President Donald Trump, including economic pressure from tariffs and controversial annexation rhetoric. Carney, who recently replaced Justin Trudeau as Liberal Party leader and prime minister, argued that Canada faces an unprecedented crisis due to aggressive trade actions by Trump and threats to national sovereignty. The decision to move the election up from October was approved by Governor General Mary Simon. The announcement sets the stage for a high-stakes campaign, with Carney seeking a clear mandate against Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and other major party heads. Trump has imposed steep tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, prompting retaliatory measures from Canada and the EU.

Sources: NBC News

Shooting at Las Cruces Park Leaves 3 Dead, 15 Injured; Four Suspects Arrested

Authorities in Las Cruces, New Mexico, have arrested four individuals—including a 20-year-old man and three teenage males—on suspicion of murder following a mass shooting Friday night that left three people dead and 15 others injured. The violence erupted around 10 p.m. at Young Park, where an unauthorized car show had drawn approximately 200 people. Victims ranged in age from 16 to 36, with three young men—Andrew Madrid (16), Jason Gomez (18), and Dominick Estrada (19)—confirmed dead. Police said the scene was littered with 50–60 shell casings, suggesting multiple shooters were involved. The city is providing crisis and spiritual counseling to victims and families, while the investigation continues with assistance from state and federal agencies. Authorities are also seeking video evidence and eyewitness accounts to piece together what happened during the chaotic and violent night.

Sources: Associated Press

Apple’s AI Leadership Shakeup

Mike Rockwell, a hardware and product development leader behind Apple Vision Pro, is stepping into a more prominent role with Siri—despite a history of vocal criticism toward Apple’s voice assistant. Rockwell, who lacks a traditional AI background, had previously considered building an alternative to Siri for the Vision Pro due to dissatisfaction with its performance. While that plan was ultimately shelved, Rockwell’s skepticism toward Siri's capabilities has been well documented in reports from The Information and Bloomberg. His candid assessments and forward-thinking proposals stand in contrast to previous leadership, which struggled to keep Siri competitive amid a rapidly evolving AI landscape. Now tasked with leading Siri’s future, Rockwell inherits what many consider a stagnant product. But with a fresh perspective and a track record of bold ideas, there is renewed hope that Apple’s assistant might finally begin to catch up to rivals.

Sources: 9to5Mac

23andMe Files for Bankruptcy, CEO Resigns as Company Seeks Buyer

Genetic testing company 23andMe filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S. on March 23 and announced plans to sell the business. The move follows a prolonged period of financial decline, with the company’s stock down nearly 50% in 2024. CEO and co-founder Anne Wojcicki resigned after previous attempts to buy the company herself were reportedly rejected by the board. CFO Joe Selsavage will serve as interim CEO during the transition. The company disclosed estimated assets and liabilities between $100 million and $500 million and has secured $35 million in debtor-in-possession financing to maintain operations during the sale process. The board believes a court-supervised sale will provide the best opportunity to maximize the company’s value.

Sources: Reuters

AI Hype vs. Dot-Com Bubble

As excitement around artificial intelligence reshapes markets, analysts and investors are drawing comparisons to the infamous dot-com bubble of the late 1990s. Back then, unchecked speculation on internet startups led to a catastrophic crash in 2000, wiping out trillions in value and tanking major indices. Today, however, the AI surge is being driven by financially robust tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Alphabet, who are not only leading innovation but also maintaining strong profitability. The S&P 500 has gained over 70% since its 2022 low — adding $22 trillion in market value — but recent market pullbacks have reignited fears of a tech-driven collapse. While the current price-to-earnings ratios are elevated, they remain significantly below the extremes of the dot-com era, suggesting a more rational investment environment. Still, with investor sentiment shifting rapidly from caution to optimism, some warn that irrational exuberance could again set the stage for a bubble.

Sources: Seeking Alpha