Norway has made significant strides in its goal to become a fully electric nation, with nearly all new cars sold in 2024 being battery-powered. According to data from the Norwegian Road Federation, 88.9% of new car sales in Norway were fully electric vehicles (EVs), up from 82.4% in 2023. The country’s strong take-up of EVs … Read more
Fiji police are investigating allegations of theft and sexual assault against two Virgin Australia crew members who were attacked in a nightclub area in Nadi on New Year’s Day. The incidents, which occurred early in the morning, left the crew members shaken. Deputy Prime Minister Viliame Gavoka said the alleged attacks took place in the … Read more
New Jersey drivers will face a 2.6 cents per gallon increase in gas tax starting January 1, as part of efforts to build the state’s trust fund for major road and transit projects. The average price for regular gasoline in New Jersey was $2.916 on New Year’s Eve, compared to $3.04 nationally. Despite the increase, … Read more
In a bid to boost its subscriber base, Apple is offering free access to its full Apple TV+ catalog for three days. Starting from Friday, January 3, users worldwide can stream the service’s original TV shows and movies for free on any device where Apple TV+ is available. To redeem the offer, all users need … Read more
As 2025 begins, investors and analysts are focusing on the future price of Bitcoin. After surpassing $100,000 in 2024, predictions vary widely, ranging from conservative estimates of $75,000 to ambitious projections reaching as high as $100,000,000. The growing adoption of bitcoin by institutional investors, regulatory changes, and macroeconomic trends are driving these predictions. The approval … Read more
A US federal judge has ruled that consumers can take their case against Nestlé Waters North America Inc. (now known as Blue Triton Brands Inc.) to a jury. The company had sought summary judgment on common law fraud and unfair trade practices claims related to its advertising of Poland Spring bottled water. However, the court … Read more
Passengers on multiple Turkish Airlines flights reported encountering bedbugs during their journeys, with some claiming that the carrier downplayed the infestations. A recent report from The New York Times highlights several instances of passengers finding bedbugs in their seats or cabin. Turkish Airlines did not immediately respond to a request for comment, sparking concerns among … Read more
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A new administration is expected to bring about less stringent regulations, paving the way for significant gains in technology stocks. According to Wedbush analysts, these changes will lead to a 25% increase in tech shares by 2025. The experts at Wedbush have identified 10 companies that are poised to benefit from this shift, with Nvidia … Read more
Wall Street giant Morgan Stanley has followed in the footsteps of Citigroup and Bank of America by quitting a major climate-banking alliance, citing its commitment to helping clients transition to a more sustainable financial system. Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo have also recently withdrawn from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, leaving industry watchers questioning the long-term … Read more