A newly discovered bug in Microsoft’s Windows operating systems, from version 7 and above, can be exploited to steal users’ OS account credentials. Acros Security has identified an unpatched NTLM vulnerability that allows an attacker to obtain user credentials by viewing a malicious file in Windows Explorer. The flaw affects all systems from Windows 7 … Read more
Japan’s economy expanded at a faster pace than initially reported in the third quarter, thanks to upward revisions in capital investment and exports. The revised Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate of 1.2% annualized is higher than the initial estimate of 0.9% and economists’ median forecast. The upgraded numbers are attributed to a smaller-than-expected decline … Read more
Panthers coach seeks breakthrough win to change narrative The Carolina Panthers have been playing some of their best football in recent weeks but remain unbeaten. Despite strong performances, they’ve lost three consecutive games to top-ranked teams. The most recent loss was a 22-16 defeat to the Philadelphia Eagles. Quarterback Bryce Young said it’s time for … Read more
A new partnership between Sony and Apple could bring significant excitement to Apple’s struggling mixed-reality headset, the Vision Pro. Bloomberg reports that the Vision Pro may soon support Sony’s PSVR 2 hand controllers, which were initially only available as part of a PS5 bundle. The move is expected to improve the gaming ecosystem for the … Read more
Disney’s animated adventure “Moana 2” took the top spot at the movies, collecting a leading $52 million from 4,200 North American theaters in its second weekend of release. The film’s ticket sales declined by 63% from its record-breaking Thanksgiving debut. The sequel secured the biggest post-Thanksgiving weekend, overtaking the benchmark set by “Frozen II” with … Read more
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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has a new leader, with John Elkann stepping out of the background to assume control over Stellantis, the world’s sixth-largest auto group. Elkann, heir to one of Europe’s storied industrial dynasties, succeeded embattled CEO Carlos Tavares after a disastrous nine-month tenure. Elkann’s ascent to leadership was facilitated by his family’s economic … Read more
Taylor Swift’s album “The Tortured Poets Department” has topped the Billboard 200 chart, marking its 16th nonconsecutive week at No. 1. This success comes after Target released a physical edition of the album, which scored over 405,000 equivalent album units in its first week. The album’s return to the top spot was boosted by Swift’s … Read more
China’s regulators have told banks to accelerate the listing of offshore companies, according to sources. In October, the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) met with banks and law firms to discuss this matter. The CSRC had introduced new rules in 2023 that tightened scrutiny on Chinese companies seeking international listings. Hong Kong also aims to … Read more
Russian-born American photographer Anastasia Samoylova has taken the world by storm with her poignant and thought-provoking series “Flood Zone,” showcasing the devastating effects of climate change on Florida’s crumbling infrastructure. The exhibition, now on display at both the Met Museum in New York and the Saatchi Gallery in London, marks a significant departure from traditional … Read more