Mozilla is concerned about the proposed contractual remedies in the US Department of Justice’s antitrust case against Google. These remedies aim to improve search engine competition but may inadvertently harm independent browsers like Firefox, which play a crucial role in promoting consumer choice and protecting user privacy. The proposed remedies could force smaller browsers like … Read more
Women in San Francisco have reported being harassed and stalked by men while riding in driverless taxis operated by Waymo, a robotic taxi service that began offering fares two years ago. The incidents involve men chasing or blocking the cars, trying to break into vehicles, and vandalizing them. Two women shared their terrifying experiences on … Read more
Women from across the country have shared their personal safety tips and experiences to help others stay safe in everyday life. From being aware of surroundings to using physical self-defense techniques, these women’s advice is practical, relatable, and empowering. One common thread among the respondents is the importance of awareness and vigilance. Whether it’s practicing … Read more
Nvidia Corp.’s (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock price jumped 1.37% on Thursday, closing at $130.68 per share, following two significant announcements from Microsoft. Microsoft revealed it had hoarded 485,000 pieces of Nvidia’s “Hopper” chips this year, citing a growing demand for the company’s advanced graphics processing units (GPUs). This news boosted investor confidence that Nvidia is poised to … Read more
A quarter-acre brush fire broke out in Canyon Country on Friday morning after starting as a structure fire, officials said. The Los Angeles County Fire Department was alerted at 10:41 a.m. to reports of a building fire at the 20000 block of Dorothy Street. Firefighters arrived shortly after and worked to control both the structure … Read more
The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates by 25 basis points to a range of 4.25-4.50%, its third consecutive reduction, marking a total of 100 basis points since September. The move was widely anticipated by markets and immediately followed the release of strong retail sales data. Retail sales exceeded expectations, climbing 0.7% month-over-month, with economists … Read more
Amazon delivery drivers and Starbucks baristas have gone on strike in several US cities, seeking better wages, benefits, and working conditions. The strikes come as the new administration of President-elect Donald Trump takes shape. The Teamsters union represents Amazon warehouse workers who are striking over contract negotiations. Workers want higher wages, safer working conditions, and … Read more
A recent study has found that moderate consumption of tea and coffee may lower the risk of head and neck cancer. Researchers analyzed data from 14 studies involving over 25,000 participants, including those with head and neck cancers. The study found that people who drink more than four cups of caffeinated coffee per day have … Read more
Golf prodigy Charlie Woods, 15, made a hole-in-one at the PNC Championship on Sunday. The achievement came during the final round of the tournament, which features mostly major champions and their family members. Charlie hit a 7-iron from 175 yards on the par-3 fourth hole to score an ace. His father, Tiger Woods, was thrilled … Read more
Google’s latest quantum computing breakthrough, Willow, has reduced computation times by a significant margin. This development could potentially provide hackers with the tools to unlock the algorithms that bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are built upon. However, Google claims it is still 10 years away from developing a quantum computer capable of decoding crypto. Willow’s speed … Read more