The 456-foot-tall Kingda Ka roller coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey has been demolished after a series of controlled explosions brought down the tower early Friday morning. The iconic ride, which held the world record for height and speed when it opened in 2005, was closed without prior announcement following a merger … Read more
The US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has dropped five enforcement actions against financial services companies, including a major case against Capital One, in a move that has been criticized as a dismantling of the agency’s ability to protect consumers. The dismissals occurred while President Donald Trump’s nominee to head the CFPB, Jonathan McKernan, was … Read more
Warren Buffett, the billionaire CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has issued a stark warning about the current state of the stock market. In his latest annual shareholder letter, Buffett bluntly stated that “often, nothing looks compelling” when it comes to investing in publicly traded companies. Buffett’s words are significant because he is known for his value … Read more
Pokémon fans are celebrating another exciting year with Pokémon Day on February 27th, marking the anniversary of the popular franchise’s birth. The Pokémon Company used this special day to announce several highly anticipated projects and updates. Firstly, fans were treated to news about Pokémon Legends Z-A, a new installment in the Pokémon Legends spin-off series. … Read more
The Golden Globes is abandoning its long-standing practice of paying voting members, a move aimed at addressing perceived bias in the voting process. Effective immediately, approximately 50 paid voters will no longer receive annual salaries of $75,000. Instead, they’ll be offered a severance of $102,500 and the chance to stay on as Globe’s voters for … Read more
ZDNET’s recommendations are based on extensive testing, research, and comparison shopping. We gather data from top sources and analyze customer reviews to find out what matters most to real people using these products. The new iPhone 16e is a refreshed entry-level phone with a lower price tag than its predecessor. With an Apple Intelligence system, … Read more
The New York Knicks edged the Memphis Grizzlies 114-113 on Friday night, thanks to a game-winning 3-pointer by OG Anunoby with 5.3 seconds remaining. The victory marks the second win for the Knicks against the Grizzlies this season. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 23 points and six assists, while Deuce McBride added 17 points … Read more
Researchers at Ohio State University have developed a system called e-Taste that can replicate flavors like cake and fish soup in virtual reality. The device uses sensors to detect chemicals corresponding to five basic tastes – salty, sour, sweet, bitter, and umami – and sends digital readings to a pump that releases flavor-containing hydrogels under … Read more
Pope Francis was hospitalized on Friday after suffering a sudden episode of respiratory difficulty, but his condition improved over the weekend. The 82-year-old pontiff was put on a breathing machine and received treatment for vomiting, which caused him to aspirate. According to Vatican sources, Francis can eat solid foods and has no fever. However, his … Read more
The flu vaccine’s effectiveness this season has been comparable to previous years, according to new CDC data. However, the ongoing measles outbreak raises concerns about herd immunity levels in some communities. Despite the steady flu vaccine performance, many areas have likely lost their collective immunity to measles, highlighting the need for continued vigilance and vaccination … Read more