A recall of 7,483 pounds of raw Italian pork sausage has been issued by the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service due to potential deadly ingredients. The affected products were produced between October 3rd and December 19th and may be sold at retailers and restaurants in Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania without labels. … Read more
Holiday shoppers flocked to stores and online retailers this year, with total spending from Nov. 1 through Dec. 24 rising 3.8 percent, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse data. Retailers had anticipated consumers would be more discerning during the holiday season, but instead, shoppers took advantage of discounted deals to splurge. Online sales led the way, growing … Read more
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A 25-year friendship is put to the test as one woman realizes her best friend is in a toxic relationship. Celia, who has been financially supporting her partner Vince and his child for years, has become increasingly dependent on her friend for help. The situation takes a turn for the worse when Celia’s friend discovers … Read more
Japan is set to boost nuclear power as part of its clean-energy strategy, aiming to have 20% of its energy come from the source by 2040. The plan, which will replace the current policy after Cabinet approval in March, calls for a significant increase in nuclear energy and renewables. The new proposal aims to reverse … Read more
Beijing has imposed stricter curbs on exports of germanium and gallium to the US, sending shockwaves through global metal markets and highlighting vulnerabilities in defense and chip supply chains. The move is a significant development that could have far-reaching consequences for industries reliant on these niche metals. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-12-21/tiny-but-vital-metal-markets-rush-to-adjust-to-chinese-clampdown
The US has launched a probe into China’s alleged anti-competitive measures to support its semiconductor industry, just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. The investigation, conducted under Section 301 of the US Trade Act, targets China’s tactics to dominate the global market and achieve self-sufficiency in chip manufacturing. US officials claim that China is … Read more
Celebrity reputation management is a big business in Hollywood and New York, with stars spending significant time and resources to protect their images. However, this industry often tolerates dishonesty, citing that entertainment is a frivolous pursuit with low stakes. The author, Elizabeth Spiers, has seen the effects of celebrity PR tactics firsthand. She co-founded Gawker … Read more
Pakistan carried out rare airstrikes against suspected Pakistani Taliban hideouts inside neighboring Afghanistan on Tuesday, targeting a training facility and killing some insurgents, according to four security officials. The strikes occurred in a mountainous area of Paktika province bordering Pakistan. The Afghan Defense Ministry condemned the airstrikes, saying they targeted civilians, including women and children. … Read more
Assistive technology powered by artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the learning experience for students with disabilities. For 14-year-old Makenzie Gilkison, a customized AI-powered chatbot and word prediction program have been game-changers, helping her keep up with classmates despite dyslexia. The U.S. Education Department is prioritizing the use of AI tools in schools, requiring them to … Read more