Apple might be planning a budget-friendly MacBook. This is a big deal because Apple usually makes high-end products. The new laptop could cost around $599. It will likely have a smaller screen and use a chip similar to the one in iPhones. The idea of a small, cheap laptop isn't new. Netbooks were popular over a decade ago. They were tiny, had long battery life, and ...
UNC's basketball team showed why they're a force to be reckoned with, even when they're not at their best. In a game that started slow, the Tar Heels found their rhythm in the second half, shooting an impressive 66. 7 percent to secure an 87-74 victory over Kansas. This win was a statement, proving that UNC can turn things around when they need to. Three players sto...
Martha Nolan, a young Irish immigrant, dreamed of making it big in the Hamptons fashion scene. She and her business partner, Dylan Grace, started East x East, a beachwear brand. They had one big investor, Christopher Durnan, who put in a lot of money. But the business wasn't growing fast enough, and Durnan was getting frustrated. One night, Nolan met Durnan on his b...
MSNBC is making a big change. It's dropping its old name and becoming MS NOW. This shift is happening because Comcast split its cable stuff into a new company called Versant. The big bosses wanted to make MSNBC stand alone, away from NBC News. Some people think this is a risky move. Sunny Bonnell, a branding expert, says changing a well-known name like MSNBC is a bi...
Jeanine Áñez, the former interim president of Bolivia, has been released from prison after nearly five years. The supreme court overturned her conviction for allegedly staging a coup. Áñez, now 58, left the Miraflores women’s center in La Paz on Thursday. She referred to the end of nearly two decades of rule by the leftwing Movimiento al Socialismo (Mas) party as "th...
Paul DePodesta is switching teams again, this time leaving the Cleveland Browns to join the Colorado Rockies as their new head of baseball operations. This move marks a return to baseball for DePodesta, who has spent the last seven years in the NFL. Before that, he worked in various roles for several MLB teams, including the Indians, A's, Dodgers, Padres, and Mets. ...
Marimekko, a Finnish brand known for its vibrant prints, has just opened its first store in Paris. This is a big deal for the company, as it's part of their plan to grow globally. The store is in the trendy Marais district, a place known for its art and culture. It's not just a shop; it's a space that shows off Marimekko's unique style and history. The store is quit...
Lynn Smith, a former news anchor, faced a big challenge: she was scared of public speaking. She called this fear her "brain bully. " This fear held her back, even though she had a successful career. But she didn't let it stop her. Instead, she turned her fear into a business that helps others. Smith now teaches business owners how to communicate better. She says man...
Ralph Rucci, a renowned fashion designer from South Philadelphia, recently received a prestigious honor. The Council of Fashion Designers of America gave him the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award. This award celebrates his incredible contributions to the fashion world. Rucci, now 68, is famous for his elegant gowns and expert tailoring. His designs have been...
Bayer AG, a big name in pharmaceuticals and life sciences, is teaming up with Celonis SE. They're using process intelligence and AI to make things run smoother. This isn't just about new tech. It's about changing how people work and think. Timo Peters, who leads process insights at Bayer, talked about this at Celosphere 25. He said it's not just about saving money. ...