Facebook has announced its plans to deprecate the dedicated news section for users in the U.K., France, and Germany. This decision is part of Meta’s ongoing effort to align its investments with the products and services that users value the most. In its announcement, Meta stated that it intends to focus on short-form video content,
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Jimmy Buffett, the beloved singer-songwriter who enchanted countless fans with his intoxicating blend of tropical melodies, passed away on Friday night. The news of his death has left a void in the hearts of millions. At 76 years old, Buffett’s soothing voice and heartfelt lyrics captured the essence of living and loving on sandy beaches,
After a week of strong performance, stocks are hoping to maintain their momentum in the upcoming holiday-shortened week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and the Nasdaq Composite had their best week since July, while the S&P 500 posted its best weekly performance since June. This surge in performance can be attributed to the return of
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
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
3M, a multinational conglomerate, has recently reached a settlement of $6.01 billion with approximately 250,000 plaintiffs who alleged that the company manufactured defective earplugs leading to hearing loss among military veterans and service members. This settlement marks the end of the largest mass tort litigation in U.S. history. The court-appointed lead plaintiffs’ counsel, Bryan Aylstock,
In an unprecedented move, leaders of the tech industry, including Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, are set to convene at the Capitol next month to participate in a series of policy forums centered around the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI). Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has organized the closed-door bipartisan gathering in a bid to
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to the artificial intelligence (AI) boom have been lauded as top performers in the first half of 2023. However, there is a shift in momentum as investors grapple with the tech-driven hype and the impact of higher interest rates. While interest rates are causing the market to pause, a closer examination
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed in a press briefing on Thursday that updated Covid vaccines from Pfizer, Moderna, and Novavax are expected to be available to the public in mid-September. This announcement marks the most definitive timeline provided thus far. While federal officials have previously stated that the new shots could
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been actively promoting the highly anticipated Cybertruck on social media. However, the company has yet to release final pricing and specifications for the innovative electric pickup truck. In a recent email sent to Tesla employees, Musk expressed concerns about the precision required in manufacturing the Cybertruck, citing its “straight edges”