Uber has launched its first international autonomous vehicle service, a robotaxi operation, in partnership with Chinese company WeRide. The move marks a significant milestone for the ride-hail giant as it expands into new markets. The launch is part of Uber’s efforts to partner with autonomous vehicle companies and leverage their technology to stay ahead in … Read more
NASA’s investigation into damage on the Orion module’s heatshield has concluded that cracks won’t pose a risk to the crew during the Artemis II mission. The spacecraft’s re-entry technique, which uses a “skip guidance entry” method, caused trapped gas to accumulate inside the shield’s outer material, leading to cracking. The cracks were found to be … Read more
The North Carolina women’s soccer team has secured its spot in the national championship match for the 28th time in program history. On Friday night, the No. 2-seeded Tar Heels dominated top-seeded Duke, 3-0, in the 2024 NCAA College Cup semifinals. Kate Faasse scored her 20th goal of the season and became the nation’s outright … Read more
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US President Donald Trump’s recent return to office has sparked a surge in cryptocurrency investment among businesses. Several biotech firms have set up treasury reserves worth over $1 million to explore investing in bitcoin and other digital currencies. However, not everyone is convinced of the crypto market’s potential. Skeptics argue that its volatile nature makes … Read more
The November jobs numbers have been revised downward, revealing a more accurate picture of employment gains. The initial headline stated 227,000 new jobs, but after factoring in the impact of workers returning to their jobs due to major hurricanes and a Boeing strike, economists estimate that the actual increase was around 150,000. This means that … Read more
Nasa plans to adopt a sustainable approach when humans return to the Moon as part of the Artemis project. The space agency aims to reduce waste by building habitats from used materials whenever possible. The first men landed on the Moon in 1969, leaving behind a trail of debris, including bags of urine, faeces, and … Read more
American Airlines has ended its decade-long partnership with Barclays and inked a new 10-year agreement with Citi, making the bank its sole issuer of co-branded credit cards in the US starting in 2026. The move marks a significant shift for American, which previously shared co-branding with multiple issuers. Citi will acquire all Barclays’ American Airlines … Read more
Apple’s newest AirPods 4 wireless earbuds are currently on sale for a record low price of $139 at Amazon, with an additional $40 off compared to the newer AirPods Pro. The previous generation offers significant upgrades, including better sound quality and a stronger bass profile, as well as features like voice isolation, spatial audio, and … Read more
The highly anticipated 2025 Club World Cup is set to kick off next year, with Inter Miami facing off against Egyptian side Al Ahly in the first match. The revamped competition, expanded to include 32 teams from around the world, will be held across 12 venues in the US. US President-elect Donald Trump attended a … Read more