Starbucks is laying off 1,100 corporate employees globally as part of its efforts to streamline operations and improve efficiency. The move comes under new Chairman and CEO Brian Niccol’s plan to reduce complexity and increase accountability. In a letter to employees, Niccol said the company aims to operate more efficiently and drive better integration. He … Read more
Apple has announced plans to open an advanced manufacturing facility in the Houston region as part of a $500 billion national investment. The 250,000-square-foot facility will produce AI-driven servers that support Apple Intelligence, the tech giant’s AI software system. The move marks a significant shift for the company, which is relocating critical manufacturing operations from … Read more
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has been given permission by the team to speak with other NFL clubs about his market value. This move allows Stafford and the Rams to gauge the market for a potential contract extension, with the hope of reaching an agreement that keeps him in LA. Stafford’s current cap number … Read more
European leaders have gathered in Kyiv to mark the third anniversary of Russia’s full-blown war on Ukraine, as President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed the Ukrainian people’s “absolute heroism” in withstanding unprovoked aggression. The event comes amidst growing concerns over US-Russia relations and a shift towards Europe resisting Russia alone. Zelensky expressed his “eternal gratitude to the … Read more
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon expressed regret over using expletives during a recent employee town hall, but maintained his stance on requiring employees to return to the office five days a week. The bank’s policy has sparked a petition from employees calling for a hybrid work arrangement. Dimon said he would not change his mind … Read more
Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the US, accounting for nearly 1 million deaths in 2022, according to a report by the American Heart Association. The most significant risk factors mentioned include poor diet, obesity, and delayed medical diagnosis. To combat these issues, experts recommend adopting healthier eating habits, increasing physical activity, … Read more
Ubisoft has confirmed that copies of Assassin’s Creed Shadows were leaked nearly a month before its scheduled release date. The publisher is now taking down footage and gameplay shared online, as they continue to work on patches to prepare the experience for launch. The development team acknowledges that the leaked footage does not represent the … Read more
Shangela is facing her second sexual assault lawsuit, with a new plaintiff alleging she was sexually assaulted by actor Darius Jeremy (“DJ”) Pierce in 2017. The incident occurred on the set of the revenge comedy film “Hurricane Bianca 2,” where Poff, who worked as a production assistant, claims his drink was spiked and he woke … Read more
A new state study reveals a significant cancer cluster in the watershed surrounding the San Jacinto River, sparking outrage among community groups who have been fighting for decades to clean up toxic waste pits. The Texas Health and Environmental Alliance released its findings on Monday, showing unusual patterns of leukemia, lymphoma, cervix, lung, and bronchus … Read more
Windows offers several features to protect users from malware and suspicious internet content. Two key features are SmartScreen and Network Protection. While SmartScreen provides basic protection, it has limited capabilities when used in conjunction with Microsoft Edge. That’s why Network Protection is essential. Network Protection is a system-level feature that monitors network traffic across all … Read more