NBCUniversal Cookie Policy: Understanding Your Choices

NBCUniversal uses cookies to personalize your experience on our websites, apps, and connected devices. This cookie policy outlines the types of cookies we use, how you can manage them, and what information is collected. Types of Cookies: We use both essential and non-essential cookies for various purposes, including: * Essential cookies: necessary for the proper … Read more

Hospitals Implement Visitor Restrictions Amid Respiratory Virus Surge

Hospitals in the Piedmont Triad region have announced visitor restrictions starting Tuesday due to a surge in respiratory viruses such as flu, RSV, and COVID-19. Experts cite an increase in illness over the past three weeks as a reason for these changes. Children under 12 are prohibited from visiting hospitals, as they can spread the … Read more

ZDNET Recommends: Top Tech Products from CES 2025

ZDNET’s recommendations are based on thorough testing, research, and comparison shopping. We gather data from reputable sources and pore over customer reviews to provide accurate information. As a tech enthusiast, I was excited to discover three products at CES 2025 that caught my attention: the Mcon MagSafe phone controller, Kirin electric salt spoon, and LG … Read more

UK Government Unveils Sweeping AI Plan Amid Growing Global Competition

The UK government has announced a significant plan to boost its artificial intelligence (AI) sector, pledging £14 billion ($17 billion) in investments and creating 13,250 jobs. The “Plan for Change” aims to accelerate public sector services, establish geographic “AI Growth Zones,” and promote the development of AI infrastructure such as data centers and research areas. … Read more

Nvidia Stock Drops 9% on Export Controls

Nvidia’s stock fell nearly 2% on Monday after the Biden administration released an updated export rule aimed at controlling the flow of artificial intelligence chips to “adversaries” like China. The new rule caps the number of AI chips, or GPUs, that can be ordered by most countries without a special license. The White House said … Read more

SpaceX Aims for Historic Booster Catch in Starship’s 7th Test Flight

SpaceX is set to launch its seventh uncrewed test flight of the Starship spacecraft on Monday, with a historic attempt at catching a booster and deploying a Starlink satellite payload. The company has announced plans for a “new generation” Starship, featuring upgrades and new objectives, building on last year’s milestones. The FAA has issued a … Read more

Apple iPad Mini Deals Start at $399, Up to $100 Off

Apple’s latest iPad Mini has been available for only a few weeks since its release, but you can already find discounts that bring down the price significantly. The new model comes with an upgraded A17 Pro chip, improved performance in apps and games, and a stunning 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display. Deals on various colors and … Read more

6.9 Earthquake Strikes Southern Japan, No Megaquake Warning

A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.9 struck southern Japan on Monday night, causing tsunami advisories to be issued for several prefectures. However, authorities have ruled out the possibility of a megaquake in the Nankai Trough region. The quake occurred at 9:19 p.m. local time and was located near the Kyushu region, where the … Read more