The owner of HMV, Doug Putman, is reportedly close to finalizing a deal to rescue the majority of Wilko’s operations, potentially salvaging over 8,000 jobs at the struggling high street retailer. PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), the administrators of Wilko, have been consulting with the chain’s major creditors on the terms of the agreement. The deal would see
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Qualcomm, best known for its chips and modems inside Android phones, has been making strides in the automotive industry with its Snapdragon Digital Chassis. This package of hardware chips, sensors, and software has been adopted by automakers such as GM, Hyundai, and Volvo. Looking to further grow its presence in the automotive market, Qualcomm is
In most parts of the U.S., the season of fall is associated with green tree foliage and warm temperatures. However, in the world of restaurants and retailers, fall arrives much earlier. Traditionally, Halloween candy and pumpkin spice lattes would make their annual debuts after Labor Day, marking the official start of fall. But in recent
Inflation in the euro zone has surpassed analysts’ expectations for the month of August, posing a challenge for the region’s central bank. Despite remaining stable from the previous month at 5.3%, headline inflation came in higher than the anticipated 5.1%. This unexpected surge in prices puts the European Central Bank (ECB) in a conundrum as
Bitcoin started Thursday’s trading session with a slight loss of 0.67 percent, bringing its price to $27,190. This followed a breakthrough in the previous day, where Bitcoin finally broke the $26,000 mark. Despite the minor setback, Bitcoin managed to maintain its increased value. Over the past 24 hours, the value of BTC experienced a decline
In their first home Major League Soccer game since Lionel Messi’s arrival, Inter Miami CF extended their unbeaten streak to 10 games but were held scoreless in a frustrating 0-0 draw with Nashville SC. Despite leading all players with seven shots, Messi did not contribute with a goal or an assist for the first time
Artificial intelligence (AI) systems have been rapidly advancing, showcasing their abilities in simulations and test environments. Recently, an AI-controlled drone system named Swift made headlines by beating three professional drone pilots in a series of head-to-head races. This remarkable feat demonstrated the potential of AI in outmaneuvering humans in high-speed racing competitions. Unlike previous autonomous
Jamie Christopher, a talented associate producer and first assistant director, known for his work on Marvel films such as Thor: The Dark World, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Avengers: Age of Ultron, has tragically passed away at the age of 52. The film industry mourns the loss of this remarkable individual, who left a significant
Flight bookings can often be a daunting task as prices fluctuate frequently. However, thanks to the recent update from Google, planning your next trip just got a whole lot easier. The upgraded version of Google Flights now provides users with more information, enabling them to make well-informed decisions and secure the best deals. By analyzing
Walmart, the retail giant, is making significant strides in its online marketplace to compete with its arch-nemesis, Amazon. With an ambition to enhance online sales and narrow the wide gap, Walmart held its inaugural Walmart Marketplace Seller Summit. The event, attended by more than 1,500 businesses selling various products on Walmart’s website, aims to attract