Pentagon to Blacklist China’s Top EV Battery Manufacturer

The US Department of Defense has announced plans to blacklist China’s largest electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturer and its largest tech firm, effective June 2026. This move aims to restrict these companies from securing Defense Department contracts and sends a strong warning to American firms about the potential risks associated with doing business with Chinese … Read more

Samsung Showcases Smart Home Innovations at CES 2025

At the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Samsung took center stage with its innovative smart home features. One of the standout exhibits was the “Samsung Art Store,” an art museum experience that allows customers to browse and purchase artwork directly on their TVs. The exhibit features a massive TV displaying art, along with mirrors creating … Read more

Rookie QBs Spark Interest in Super Wild Card Weekend

The 2025 NFL playoffs will feature multiple rookie quarterbacks competing for their teams. Jayden Daniels and Bo Nix are set to start against Tampa Bay and Denver, respectively. The two rookies have combined for three postseason wins over the last two years. SportsLine’s advanced computer model has entered a hot streak of 69% success rate … Read more

Onkyo Redefines Hi-Fi with Budget-Friendly Active Speakers

Onkyo has announced two new lines of high-fidelity audio products at CES 2025, aiming to reinvent the brand’s hi-fi offering. The company has unveiled powerful speakers and a range of streaming amplifiers designed to appeal to audiophiles. The Onkyo GX10DB and GX30ARC powered monitors are compact, active speakers perfect for desktop use or as part … Read more

US Labor Market Sees Stable Gains, Hires Ease in November

The US labor market has shown a stable trend, with job openings increasing to 8.098 million in November, but hiring rates declined. According to the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) report from the Labor Department, there were 1.13 job openings for every unemployed person, up from 1.12 in October. The vacancies-to-unemployed ratio is … Read more

Israel-Hamas Talks Reach New Momentum with Hostage Release Deal

Indirect talks between Israeli and Hamas officials continued on Monday, aiming for a cease-fire and hostage release deal. A list of 34 hostages, approved by Hamas, has been presented as part of the agreement. However, the Israeli government downplays the significance of this development, saying it’s too early to declare a breakthrough. The US is … Read more

Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Set to Launch on Jan. 10

Blue Origin has announced a launch date for its powerful New Glenn rocket, set to lift off from Florida’s Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Friday, January 10. The three-hour launch window opens at 1 a.m. EST (0600 GMT). According to Blue Origin, the first flight of New Glenn will be “flight-1,” or NG-1, and … Read more

NBCUniversal Cookie Policy Explained

NBCUniversal uses cookies to collect information about your browsing behavior, preferences, and interactions on their websites and apps. This cookie policy explains how they collect, store, and use this data, and provides instructions on how to manage or opt-out of cookies. **Types of Cookies** NBCUniversal uses various types of cookies, including: 1. **Analytics Cookies**: These … Read more

Norovirus Outbreak in NYC: How to Avoid Infection

A surge in norovirus cases has been reported in New York City, with nearly 1,300 cases recorded in December alone. The highly contagious virus can spread quickly through contact with contaminated surfaces, food, and water. Symptoms of norovirus include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, body aches, headache, and fever. Dehydration is the biggest complication, particularly … Read more