The recent decision by the NCAA to instruct its enforcement staff to pause investigations into third-party involvement in name, image, and likeness (NIL) compensation deals with Division I athletes comes on the heels of a legal defeat in court. After a federal judge granted a preliminary injunction in a lawsuit challenging NCAA rules against recruiting
Waymo, a unit of Alphabet, recently obtained approval from the California Public Utilities Commission to broaden its robotaxi service to various parts of Los Angeles and the Bay Area. This significant development marks a crucial step in the advancement of autonomous vehicle technology in California. Waymo’s Approval for Expansion Waymo has been given the green
The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE could potentially be introduced this year, as indicated by a recent leak. Samsung’s decision to skip the Galaxy S22 FE and go straight to the Galaxy S23 FE was an interesting move. However, there are now hints about the next device in the FE lineup. It remains uncertain whether the
The latest reporting season for European companies has been less than impressive, with around half of them missing earnings expectations. This comes as a surprise even though expectations were already quite low. According to analysts who spoke with CNBC, the region is expected to continue facing challenges, especially due to high interest rates. As of
The news of Alexander Mattison’s departure from the Minnesota Vikings came as a shock to many fans and analysts. After five seasons with the team, the Vikings indicated their plans to release him, marking the end of an era for the running back. Mattison’s performance in the past season fell short of expectations, especially after
The effectiveness of flu shots in the current U.S. winter flu season has been estimated to be around 40% for preventing adults from getting sick enough to require medical attention, according to health officials. Children who received the flu vaccine were approximately 60% less likely to seek treatment at a doctor’s office or hospital. These
With more than one billion people worldwide suffering from obesity, the numbers have increased exponentially since 1990, according to a recent study published by the Lancet medical journal. This “epidemic” is particularly impacting poorer countries, with the rate of obesity growing among children and adolescents at a faster pace than among adults. The study, conducted
Yum China CEO Joey Wat argues that Chinese consumers have become more rational in recent years, which has led to shifts in spending patterns and preferences. Despite concerns about the broader Chinese economy, Yum China’s sales have been growing, with revenue climbing 19% in the fourth quarter. Wat attributes this growth to the recovery of
Thomas Kingston, the husband of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent’s daughter Lady Gabriella Kingston, tragically passed away from a “traumatic head wound” in a devastating turn of events. An inquest revealed that his body was found with a gun nearby in an outbuilding at his parent’s home. The 45-year-old financier died suddenly, leaving behind
The recent merger between Major League Pickleball (MLP) and the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) has caused significant waves in the world of professional pickleball. The agreement, which has been in the works for several months, aims to create a more unified front for the sport and usher in a new era of growth and development.