PepsiCo has forecast a weak annual profit due to declining demand for snacks and soda in the US market. The company missed Q4 revenue estimates, indicating a challenging environment for consumer goods companies. As part of its plan to boost demand, PepsiCo plans to overhaul its product offerings and introduce new items. However, this strategy … Read more
Blue Origin’s New Shepard spacecraft is set to launch on its 29th flight, attempting a daring maneuver to mimic lunar gravity during the trip. The capsule will rotate mid-flight to induce a few minutes of moon-like weightlessness, testing the cargo it carries. The mission comes as Blue Origin continues to compete with SpaceX for NASA’s … Read more
The FDA has approved a new painkiller, Journavx, marking a significant milestone in pain management. The medication is designed for adults with moderate to severe pain and works by blocking pain signals in the nerves, rather than affecting the brain or its reward pathways. This breakthrough comes as millions of Americans struggle with acute and … Read more
The Weeknd, aka Abel Tesfaye, is set to star in the upcoming psychological thriller “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” marking his first leading film role. The movie, directed by Trey Edward Shults, features a semi-autobiographical storyline that explores Tesfaye’s struggles with insomnia and his journey towards self-discovery. “Hurry Up Tomorrow” is the feature-length accompaniment to Tesfaye’s sixth … Read more
Scientists have discovered that two massive canyons on the moon’s surface formed in less than 10 minutes after a giant impact 3.8 billion years ago. The canyons, Vallis Schrödinger and Vallis Planck, are up to 2.7 and 3.5 kilometers deep and stretch for over 270 and 280 kilometers respectively. According to planetary geologist David Kring … Read more
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck near Santorini, Greece, on Tuesday, prompting hundreds to flee the island as a precautionary measure. The quake occurred just after 3 p.m. local time and was followed by a smaller 4.7-magnitude temblor off the coast. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the latest earthquake was 6.2 miles deep. No … Read more
Sonos is reviving its fortunes after a tumultuous nine months by entering the video streaming market for the first time. The company plans to release a new streaming player, codenamed Pinewood, which will serve as an HDMI switch and offer a unified streaming experience across multiple platforms, including Netflix, Max, and Disney Plus. The device … Read more
A recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics has shown that long-COVID levels among US kids have remained stable at low levels over the past two years, with 80% of affected children experiencing activity limitations. The study analyzed data from the 2023 National Health Interview Survey and found no significant differences in long-COVID rates between 2022 … Read more
Cloudflare, a leading content delivery network (CDN) provider, has implemented new security measures to block Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks on its users’ websites. The company’s efforts are aimed at protecting online platforms from malicious traffic that can lead to significant downtime and financial losses. DDoS attacks, also known as DDoS attacks or amplification … Read more
Google’s parent company, Alphabet, has dropped its promise to never use artificial intelligence (AI) for military purposes or surveillance tools. The move comes as the technology has evolved and is increasingly being used in everyday life. The company’s original principles on AI use were updated, removing a section that ruled out uses likely to cause … Read more