Nissan Motor has announced plans to cut shifts and offer buyouts to workers at three U.S. factories as part of its bid to slash $2.6 billion in costs globally. The company will start reducing one shift at its Smyrna, Tennessee factory producing the Rogue sports utility vehicle in April, while cutting another shift at its … Read more
A shooting in Sweden that killed an Iraqi refugee who burned the Koran publicly has sparked concerns about a possible link to a foreign power. Man Salwan Momika, 38, was shot in his home in Stockholm just hours before a court verdict on Thursday over his burning of the Islamic holy book. Momika had been … Read more
In a rare opportunity, hundreds of displaced Palestinians in the north of the Gaza Strip reconnected with their loved ones on January 27, 2025. The reunion came after Israel withdrew part of its troops from the Netzarim corridor as part of a cease-fire agreement. The development marked a significant moment for the people affected by … Read more
Samsung has announced its latest flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which is set to ship in early February. The new device boasts a sleek design, stunning display, and powerful performance, making it an attractive option for those looking for a top-of-the-line smartphone. The Galaxy S25 Ultra features a cutting-edge camera system, allowing users to … Read more
The FDA has upgraded its recall of Cal Yee Farms’ chocolate products to the highest risk level due to undeclared milk in certain products. The initial recall in December 2024 included products sold in nine states, but now only a few affected items have been elevated to the most serious Class 1 recall level. These … Read more
T-Mobile is planning to offer its cellular Starlink service as a free perk for customers on more expensive plans, once it becomes commercially available in the US. The carrier’s CEO, Mike Sievert, discussed this plan during a Wednesday earnings call. Sievert believes that offering Starlink will be a compelling reason for customers to upgrade to … Read more
A man who sparked violent protests after burning a copy of the Quran has been shot dead in Sweden. Salwan Momika, an Iraqi living in Sweden, was found with gunshot wounds at an apartment in Hovsjö and died on Thursday morning. The unrest began in 2023 when Mr. Momika set fire to the holy book … Read more
Xbox Game Studios’ Forza Horizon 5 is making its way to the PlayStation 5 this spring, carrying over the same content from its Xbox and PC versions. Players will also be able to enjoy crossplay between PS5, Xbox consoles, and PC for seamless online multiplayer experiences. The game’s developer, Playground Games, announced a new content … Read more
Intel’s quarterly guidance was lower than expected, but the company’s fourth-quarter earnings and revenue exceeded analyst estimates. The chipmaker reported adjusted earnings per share of 13 cents, beating expectations of 12 cents, and revenue of $14.26 billion, surpassing forecasts of $13.81 billion. The company’s net loss for the quarter was $126 million, or 3 cents … Read more
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ lawyers have requested a court-ordered gag order on their attorney Bryan Freedman, citing his “extrajudicial statements” made against the actress in media interviews. The request comes as Freedman is set to take a deposition from Lively in her lawsuit against Baldoni for sexual harassment and retaliation. Lively filed a complaint … Read more