Barbara Furlow-Smiles, a former diversity manager at Facebook and Nike, was sentenced to five years and three months in prison for stealing over $5 million from the companies. She utilized a scheme involving fraudulent vendors, fake invoices, and cash kickbacks to embezzle the funds, as reported by federal prosecutors. Furlow-Smiles, 38, used the stolen money
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Following a period of heightened scrutiny from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) due to several safety incidents, United Airlines has received clearance to add new aircraft and routes. The FAA has acknowledged the proactive safety measures taken by United and has allowed the carrier to restart its certification activities. The delay in obtaining FAA approval
Google announced the release of Android 15 Beta 2 during its annual developer conference, Google I/O 2024. The latest beta version of the operating system update is now available for download on Google Pixel smartphones while select smartphones will receive the update in the upcoming weeks. This year, Google is focusing on enhancing the security
Walmart exceeded expectations for both quarterly earnings and revenue in its recent financial report. The company showcased significant growth in its e-commerce sector, along with profitable ventures in newer businesses like advertising. These successes have also contributed to attracting more high-income shoppers to Walmart’s stores and online platforms. Chief Financial Officer John David Rainey highlighted
Recently, an outbreak of a waterborne disease in Devon has caused major concern among residents. At least 22 cases of cryptosporidiosis have been reported in and around the town of Brixham in South West England, leading to urgent warnings for residents to boil their tap water to prevent further infections. Cryptosporidiosis is a disease caused
The recently conducted INTERACT 4 trial in China has sparked debates and discussions within the medical community regarding the efficacy of bringing blood pressure under control in the ambulance for stroke patients. The trial, led by Gang Li, MD, PhD, of Shanghai East Hospital at Tongji University, aimed to determine whether reducing systolic blood pressure
The fossil record on Earth is like a time capsule, offering brief glimpses into moments long past. Recently, scientists in Germany made an extraordinary discovery – a six-armed brittle star fossil in the process of regenerating one body half. This fossil was unearthed from a limestone deposit that was once a thriving ecosystem filled with
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is currently under investigation by the European Union for potential breaches of the bloc’s strict online content law related to child safety risks. The European Commission has expressed concerns about the impact of Meta’s platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, on children, such as the stimulation of behavioral addictions and
The Cleveland Cavaliers faced a tough challenge in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Boston Celtics with three of their key players sidelined due to various injuries. Star guard Donovan Mitchell was dealing with a left calf strain, Jarrett Allen had a bruised rib, and Caris LeVert was added to the
The 2024 Cannes Film Festival has kicked off with a bang, showcasing a lineup of highly anticipated films from acclaimed filmmakers and talented actors. From major Hollywood premieres to new films from stalwart auteurs, this year’s festival promises to be a feast for movie lovers. One of the most talked-about films at the festival is