Wesley Messamore

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Headline news journalist with an eye on politics, fintech, equities markets, and global macro-finance. Libertarian and a friend to business people, entrepreneurs, engineers, artists, and people of faith.
2.1 million person crowd estimated at free Lady Gaga concert on Rio’s Copacabana beach.

2.1 Million Attend Epic Free Lady Gaga Concert On Copacabana Beach

What happens when you mix Lady Gaga, a free concert, and one of the world’s most iconic beaches? Pure mayhem—literally. Over two million Little Monsters flooded Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday for a once-in-a-lifetime show that left the city pulsing with glitter and bass. Some fans queued up before sunrise, hungry for a

Meta launches standalone AI assistant app.

Meta Unveils Standalone AI Assistant App In Big Tech Push

What do you do when you’re Mark Zuckerberg and already have AI embedded into Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, and Messenger? Easy—launch a standalone app and jump into the AI showdown against OpenAI, Google, and Elon Musk. Meta just rolled out its new Meta AI app, powered by its beefed-up Llama 4 model. It’s built to be

Trump administration reverses termination of visas for foreign students.

Trump Administration Reverses Visa Ban For Foreign Students

Imagine waking up one day and finding out you’re suddenly illegal in the country where you study. That was the grim reality for nearly 1,800 foreign students across the U.S. — until now. After months of panic and over 100 lawsuits, the Trump administration is backpedaling. Justice Department attorney Elizabeth Kurlan told a federal court

US stocks and dollar plunge as Trump attacks Fed chair Powell.

US Stocks Crash After Trump’s Explosive Attack On Fed Boss Powell

In a fiery social media rant, Trump dubbed Powell “a major loser” and blasted him for not slashing interest rates fast enough. “There can be a SLOWING of the economy unless Mr. Too Late… lowers interest rates, NOW,” he warned. But while the president’s jabs aim to shake the Fed into action, it’s the markets

Man arrested after suspected arson attack at Pennsylvania governor's home.

Governor’s Home Targeted by Fire Man Held In Arson Probe

Thirty-eight-year-old Cody Balmer allegedly hopped a security fence, snuck into the official residence of Governor Josh Shapiro, and ignited a fire. This occurred just hours after the governor celebrated Passover with his family. The fire scorched a historic part of the Harrisburg home, leaving charred furniture, shattered glass, and shaken nerves behind. Balmer now faces

Dominican Republic nightclub collapse kills 98.

Nightclub Collapse In Dominican Republic Kills 98 People

In the early hours of Tuesday morning, the roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo collapsed during a concert, killing at least 98 people and injuring over 150. Among the victims were high-profile figures like former Major League Baseball pitcher Octavio Dotel. Nelsy Cruz, the governor of Monte Cristi province, was also among

Bacteria could help build and maintain cities on the moon.

Bacteria Could Hold The Key To Building And Sustaining Moon Cities

What if the secret to surviving on the moon isn’t in high-tech alloys or futuristic gadgets—but in bacteria? Yep, good old microbes might just be the lunar repair crew we never knew we needed. As scientists dream of building bases on the moon, one thing’s clear: hauling heavy materials from Earth is wildly expensive. So

Iran unveils another ‘missile city’ as tensions mount with US.

Iran Unveils Stunning Missile City Deep Underground

What’s hidden beneath Iran’s deserts and mountains? According to Tehran, vast underground “missile cities” packed with weapons, ready to launch at a moment’s notice. And now, Iran is making sure the world knows about them. In newly released footage, Iranian military leaders toured a sprawling underground facility—one of “hundreds,” according to state media. Lined with

US citizen released from Taliban captivity.

American Freed From Taliban Captivity in Qatar-Mediated Deal

Two years in a Taliban prison. Solitary confinement. Limited contact with family. That was the grim reality for American citizen George Glezmann—until a breakthrough in U.S.-Taliban negotiations set him free. His crime? Visiting Afghanistan as a tourist in 2022. His release? A result of intense behind-the-scenes diplomacy led by U.S. hostage envoy Adam Boehler and

Cannabis use causes cognitive impairment.

Surprising Ways Cannabis Impacts Your Brain, Study Finds

As cannabis use becomes more mainstream—now legal for recreation in nearly half of U.S. states—it’s easy to overlook its potential risks. But a recent study suggests the drug may be doing something unexpected: altering brain connectivity in young adults, especially those at risk of psychosis. Researchers at McGill University used cutting-edge brain scans to examine

5000-year-old civilization underneath world's largest desert

Lost 5,000-Year-Old Civilization Found Beneath Vast Desert

What if the secrets of an ancient civilization were hiding right beneath our feet—or, in this case, under miles of desert sand? Thanks to artificial intelligence, researchers at Khalifa University have uncovered evidence of a long-lost society buried beneath Saudi Arabia’s Rub al-Khali. This vast desert is also known as the “Empty Quarter. This vast,

Russian officials gifts meat grinders to fallen soldiers.

Russian Officials Mocks Mothers of Fallen Soldiers By Gifting Meat Grinders

A gesture meant to honor sacrifice has instead sparked outrage. In Russia’s northern Murmansk region, officials from the ruling United Russia party marked International Women’s Day by presenting grieving mothers with flowers. Alongside these, they gave an unexpected and controversial gift: meat grinders. Meat Grinder Has A Disturbing Double Meaning While the kitchen appliance is