US-based defense tech firm Anduril, backed by A.I., plans to invest over $1 billion in its new factory in Columbus, Ohio. The facility will be used to produce autonomous systems and weapons, with the potential to manufacture tens of thousands of units annually. Anduril has announced ambitious production targets, suggesting a significant expansion in its … Read more
New research from the Keck School of Medicine of USC has found a significant link between per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination in drinking water and an increased risk of rare cancers. The study, published in the Journal of Exposure Science & Environmental Epidemiology, analyzed data from 45% of US drinking water supplies and found … Read more
Microsoft has integrated its AI-powered Office features, including Copilot, into its popular Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions. The move comes with a price increase of $3 per month for US subscribers, while existing subscribers can opt out of the AI features without facing the price hike. Previously, Copilot Pro was an extra $20 monthly … Read more
The US Department of Labor has secured a deal with JBS USA, the nation’s largest meat packing processor, to address child labor compliance nationwide. Under the agreement, JBS will provide $4 million to support individuals and communities affected by unlawful child labor practices. Key elements of the agreement include: – Creating a targeted advertising campaign … Read more
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has announced a $175 million settlement with Block, the parent company of popular peer-to-peer payments service Cash App, over allegations that the app allowed rampant fraud and misled its customers. The agency also found that Block’s investigations into unauthorized transactions were “woefully incomplete” and that the app was designed … Read more
Researchers have discovered the remains of up to 30 dead whitebark pine trees entombed in ice for millennia on a melting ice patch in the Rocky Mountains. The trees, dating back around 5,900 years, provide valuable insights into past climate conditions and can help scientists better understand the effects of human-caused climate change. The trees … Read more
A woman in Australia has been charged with poisoning a 1-year-old girl over two months to post videos of the child online, soliciting donations from the public. The child suffered “immense distress and pain” during this time. Authorities say the woman obtained unauthorized medicines without medical approval and filmed the child’s suffering for online gain. … Read more
The 2024 NFL postseason kicked off with a style statement as wild-card competitors arrived at their games looking sharp. Despite the cold in some host cities, the fashion game was on point for the first round of the playoffs. Top arrivals included the Los Angeles Rams, who dressed to impress in suits and layers. Coach … Read more
The Producers Guild of America has released its list of top 10 feature film nominees, with “September 5” emerging as a strong contender for the Oscars. The announcement was delayed due to ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles, but the guild is considered one of the most accurate predictors of Oscar winners. This year’s PGA nominees … Read more
The US Federal Trade Commission and Colorado State have filed a complaint against property firm Greystar, alleging that it misled consumers about rental costs by hiding fees. According to the FTC, Greystar advertised low monthly rents but later imposed hidden junk fees amounting to hundreds of dollars on tenants. Greystar has denied the allegations, stating … Read more