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Tech
See allJudge Blows Up Apple’s App Store Rules in Epic Case
A federal judge has handed Epic Games a sweeping win against Apple, ruling that Apple can no longer charge its customary commission on...
Judge Blows Up Apple’s App Store Rules in Epic Case
A federal judge has handed Epic Games a sweeping win against Apple, ruling that Apple can no longer charge its customary commission on...
AI Tweak Rolled Back, Laptop Graphics Get a Boost
OpenAI reversed a recent GPT-4 adjustment after users complained that ChatGPT’s replies had become excessively flattering and repetitive. CEO Sam...
Money
See allTariffs and Low Consumer Confidence Shake US Spending Outlook
What this means for you: • the political spat on tariffs and the slump in consumer sentiment • highlight growing economic jitters in the US. Many...
Microsoft Delivers Stellar Q3 Results, Fueling Tech Optimism
Microsoft smashed Wall Street expectations this quarter with $70.1 billion in revenue and $25.8 billion in net profit—both double-digit increases....
New Tariffs Drive Up Consumer Prices Across the US
Widespread tariff hikes imposed by President Trump have begun to ripple through consumer markets, pushing up the price of everything from clothes...
World
See allShort Ceasefire in Ukraine, Canadian Vote Sparks Uncertain Futures
Russia declared a three-day unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine (May 8–11) citing WWII Victory Day commemorations, asking Kyiv to reciprocate....
US-China Trade Tensions Escalate with New Tariffs
The US has imposed a 104% tariff on Chinese goods, escalating trade tensions between the two nations. This move follows a series of retaliatory...
Russian General Killed by Car Bomb Outside Moscow
Lt. Gen. Yaroslav Moskalik, tied to Russia’s Ukraine operations, was killed by a car bomb near Moscow—an exceptionally rare act in a city known...
Lifestyle
See allMastering Perfect Cacio e Pepe: A Blend of Culinary Tradition and Science
Food scientists have dissected the beloved Roman pasta dish cacio e pepe and discovered that the secret to a silky sauce lies in careful heat...
Minimalist Living Trend Takes Over Social Media
Minimalist living is capturing social media feeds, with more people showcasing clutter-free homes, smaller wardrobes, and a “less is more”...
Arbor Day Shines Light on Tree Care and Hidden Branch Facts
Today is Arbor Day, celebrating the value of trees and urging people to plant new saplings. One fun fact: as trees grow taller, the branches you...
Industry
See allDeep-Sea Mining and Stiff Auto Tariffs Roil Global Supply Chains
President Trump signed an executive order boosting deep-sea mining, aiming to secure critical minerals used in electronics and other high-tech...
Retailers Stockpile to Avoid Empty Shelves
Major retailers, including giants like Target and Walmart, have been flooding their warehouses with inventory in case import disruptions from new...
Startup Slate Debuts $20K Minimalist EV Pickup
Michigan-based Slate Auto has introduced a starkly minimalist electric pickup with a $20,000 base price—far below most EV competitors. The...
Politics
See allTrump’s 100 Days and Montana’s Climate Backlash Reshape US Policy Debates
President Trump commemorated his first 100 days back in office with a self-congratulatory rally in Michigan, touting job promises and sweeping...
IRS Audit Rates Plummet Amid Workforce Cuts
The IRS is conducting fewer audits than ever before, with rates falling to a record low of 0.36% in 2023. This decline is attributed to...
Wisconsin Judge Arrested by FBI Over Immigration Obstruction
Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan stands accused of aiding an undocumented defendant in evading ICE agents at her courthouse. Federal...
Climate & Environment
See allHistoric New Jersey Wildfire and PFAS Scrutiny Signal Greater Environmental Urgency
New Jersey battles its largest wildfire on record, spanning over 23 square miles in the Pine Barrens and forcing evacuations. Experts attribute...
Teen Charged as New Jersey Battles Massive Wildfire
A 19-year-old faces charges for allegedly sparking New Jersey’s largest wildfire in nearly two decades, burning more than 15,000 acres so far....
Health & Wellness
See allWorld Immunization Week Champions Vaccine Success Stories
Amid ongoing public health challenges, global institutions are celebrating World Immunization Week, spotlighting the transformative power of...
Utah Pulls Plug on Free Therapy for Farmers Despite Suicide Crisis
Amid soaring mental health struggles in rural America, Utah abruptly ended its free counseling vouchers for farmers, leaving a vulnerable...
Midlife Exercise Linked to Lower Alzheimer’s Risk in Later Years
New research reveals that boosting physical activity between ages 45 and 65 can significantly reduce Alzheimer’s disease risk in older adulthood....
Career & Work
See allEA Cancels Titanfall Project, While 4-Day Workweek Gains Ground in Europe
Electronic Arts abruptly canceled a highly anticipated Titanfall game and laid off hundreds of employees, citing a strategic pivot toward more...
Hybrid Work Gains Momentum Among Tech Startups
A growing number of tech startups are adopting hybrid work models, splitting time between traditional offices and remote setups. Leaders see this...
AI “Cheating” App Sparks New Debate on Interview Integrity
An AI tool called Cluely has gone viral for helping users “cheat” during virtual interviews and coding assessments. The founder, a Columbia...
Entertainment & Culture
See allStar Wars Mini-Series to Debut Inside Fortnite, Vietnamese Americans Reflect on Saigon’s 50th Anniversary
Disney is set to premiere an upcoming Star Wars mini-series exclusively within Fortnite, marking the first time a major show debuts in a video...
Netflix CEO Dismisses Theaters as “Outmoded,” Sparks Hollywood Debate
Netflix chief Ted Sarandos reignited the streaming-versus-cinema clash by calling traditional theatrical moviegoing “an outmoded idea” for most...
Monty Python’s Cult Classic Reaches 50-Year Milestone
“Monty Python and the Holy Grail” marks its 50th anniversary, celebrating half a century of comedic irreverence. Originally shot on a shoestring...
Science & Innovation
See allFirefly’s Strange Launch Failure and Amazon’s Satellite Ambitions Redefine Space Race
A Firefly Aerospace rocket encountered one of the oddest mishaps in recent memory: the first stage apparently exploded mid-flight, yet the second...
Could Extraterrestrial Technology Be Near Our Solar System?
Scientists intrigued by anomalies like the interstellar object ‘Oumuamua and puzzling radio bursts wonder if advanced alien tech could be lurking...
Parkinson’s, Polar Perils & Proto-Life—New Scientist’s 26 April Issue Redraws the Scientific Map
This issue of New Scientist knits together neurology, climate urgency and cosmic exploration to show how science is rewriting what we thought we...
Sports & Gaming
See allBorderlands 4 Launch Moved Up, While Switch 2 Speedrun Stuns Fans
In a pleasant surprise for gamers, Borderlands 4 is arriving earlier than expected—its release date now set for September 12. Developer...
The Triple Crown: Three Races, One Epic Feat
The Kentucky Derby, launching the Triple Crown, arrives this week. The Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes form a gauntlet for...
Titans Pick QB Cam Ward First, NFL Draft Buzz Continues
NFL Draft season kicked off with the Tennessee Titans selecting Cam Ward from Miami as the top overall pick, aiming to rejuvenate an offense that...
Social Issues & Justice
See allGaza’s Intensifying Crisis and Trump Administration Tax Probe Heighten Tensions
A deepening humanitarian disaster grips Gaza, with continued Israeli bombardments and a protracted blockade endangering civilians. Local health...
Threats Against Judges Double as Politics Heat Up
Serious threats toward U.S. federal judges more than doubled from 2021 to 2023, with many aimed at women jurists, reports The 19th. Judges cite...
Harvard Sues Over $2.2 B in Frozen Federal Grants
Harvard University filed suit after the Trump administration halted $2.2 billion in federal research funding, claiming the government illegally...
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