A tech company, Corvex, finds itself in a confusing situation after one of its top executives was arrested. Brian Raymond, named as Corvex's Chief Technology Officer (CTO) in official documents, was indicted for illegal activities. Here's where it gets messy: Corvex first said Raymond was their CTO, then denied it after his arrest. Before the indictment, Corvex prou...
In Guinea-Bissau, soldiers have taken control, announcing their move on state TV. This happened just days after a national election, with reports of gunfire near the presidential palace. The president, Umaro Sissoco Embaló, told French media that he had been removed from power and arrested. The soldiers' spokesperson, Dinis N’Tchama, said they acted because they fou...
The tech world is buzzing with a fierce competition between Nvidia and Alphabet, two giants in the artificial intelligence (AI) arena. Recently, Alphabet's shares hit record highs, thanks to the excitement around its upgraded Gemini 3 model and rumors that Meta might buy its AI chips. Meanwhile, Nvidia, known for its AI dominance, saw its shares dip. Nvidia isn't ta...
Art TVs are a unique blend of technology and art, but they come with trade-offs. They are not as bright or as vivid as regular TVs, and their black levels are not as deep. However, they are designed to look like pieces of art when they are turned off, making them a focal point in any room. Samsung was the first to introduce art TVs in 2017 with The Frame. Now, there...
Elon Musk's recent statement about Tesla's progress in Austin has caused a stir in the stock market. The tech mogul claimed that Tesla is making significant strides in developing its robotaxi service. This news, however, did not sit well with investors, as Tesla's stock price took a downturn following the announcement. The robotaxi project is part of Tesla's ambitio...
Gen Z is taking the lead in Black Friday shopping, while older generations prefer to wait until closer to Christmas. This trend is highlighted in a recent survey, which shows that 40% of Gen Z and 32% of millennials plan to do most of their holiday shopping on Black Friday. The allure of Black Friday for younger shoppers is likely due to the exciting deals and social...
COVID-19 didn't just change how we lived; it also changed how young athletes played sports. A recent study looked at face and head injuries in kids aged 12 to 17 across eight sports. The data spanned from 2014 to 2023, giving a clear picture of how the pandemic affected injury rates. The study found that injuries dropped sharply in 2020 when sports were put on hold....
The recent budget announcement has brought several changes that could impact your wallet. Let's break it down in simple terms. First off, taxes might be a bit tougher. The income tax bands, which decide how much tax you pay, won't increase with inflation until 2031. This means if you get a pay raise, you might end up paying more in taxes than you expected. In Scotla...
Jakarta, Indonesia's bustling capital, has taken the top spot as the world's most populous city, according to a recent United Nations report. This change comes not just from a sudden population explosion, but from a new way of counting urban populations. The report, released on November 18, estimates Jakarta's population at around 42 million people. That's a lot! To...
Senator Mark Kelly, a former Navy pilot, recently found himself in a heated debate with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Kelly didn't hold back, calling Hegseth "totally unqualified" and suggesting he's just trying to please the president. This all started when Kelly and other Democrats made a video for troops, reminding them they can refuse illegal orders. The Defen...