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Nov 15 2024CRYPTO

Dog Mayor Contest: A Crypto Twist

Have you ever heard of a dog mayor? In New York City, there's a fun contest to crown one. But this year, something unusual happened. A bunch of crypto fans decided to use the contest to promote a memecoin. A dog named Bertram, also known as Bertie, became the center of their plan. They wanted to boo

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Nov 13 2024BUSINESS

Amazon's New Budget Store: A Challenge to Shein and Temu

Amazon has just opened a store where nothing costs more than $20. This new service, called "Amazon Haul, " is available in the US through Amazon's app or mobile website. It's a move aimed at competing with popular low-cost shopping apps like Shein and Temu. The store offers a variety of fashion, hom

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Nov 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google's Quick Share App Now Available for Windows on ARM Devices

In a recent update, Google has introduced its Quick Share app for Windows devices powered by ARM processors. This app, previously unavailable for ARM devices, allows Android users to transfer files easily between devices, including those they don’t own. While Microsoft’s Phone Link service offers si

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Nov 12 2024BUSINESS

Riyadh Air's New Flatbed Seats on A321neo: A Comfort Boost for Flyers

Get ready to catch some Zs in the skies! Riyadh Air, the newest Saudi Arabian airline, is rolling out flatbed business class suites on its upcoming Airbus A321neo jets. Starting from mid-2025, these fancy digs will join the already luxurious 'Mercedes Maybach' business class on their 787 aircraft.

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Nov 08 2024TECHNOLOGY

Apple's iPhone 18 May Get Variable Aperture Lens for Better Photos

Have you ever wondered why iPhone cameras aren't as flexible as some others? It's because Apple likes to take its time to perfect things. The tech giant finally added a telephoto lens to its iPhone 15 Pro Max last year, and it's even in this year's iPhone 16 Pro models. Apple is known for adopting n

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Nov 08 2024CRIME

How a Mistake Exposed a Norwegian Publishing Cartel

Imagine you're running a book publishing company in Norway. It might seem like a world away from high-stakes crime, but even in this industry, shady deals can happen. A group of publishing houses in Norway found themselves in trouble for agreeing to boycott a distribution channel. This wasn't just a

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Nov 04 2024BUSINESS

Microsoft's Million-Dollar Bet: Try Edge and Bing

Hey there, tech enthusiasts! Microsoft is on a mission to get you to switch from Google to their own products, Edge and Bing. They’re not just asking nicely; they’re offering big bucks! We’re talking a whopping $1, 000, 000 for one lucky winner, plus $10, 000 for ten runners-up. The catch? You've go

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

BYD's EV Sales Surge: Beating Tesla in Revenue

In a surprising turn of events, Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD has outshone Tesla in quarterly revenue for the first time. BYD's net profit soared by 11. 5% to $1. 63 billion in the third quarter, with total revenue hitting $28. 24 billion, a 24% jump from the same period last year. This im

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Chili’s Bounces Back Big with Affordable Menu Items

Chili’s Bar & Grill has turned its business fortunes around, thanks to some wallet-friendly menu additions. This Dallas-based chain, known for its signature baby back ribs and fajitas, recently reported a stunning 14% increase in same-store revenues and a 6. 5% boost in customer traffic. The key to

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Oct 31 2024TECHNOLOGY

Samsung & Apple's Thin Phone Race: A New Era?

Samsung is cooking up a new trick to challenge Apple's upcoming iPhone 17. Rumor has it, there's a "Slim" version of the Galaxy S25 in the works. This isn't just any phone; it's a response to Apple's plan for an ultra-thin iPhone 17. The iPhone 17 "Slim" is said to have a 6. 55-inch display and a si

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