Jose Altuve will primarily play left field this season, according to Houston manager Joe Espada. The nine-time All-Star has played mostly second base throughout his 1,767-game major league career. Although he won the Gold Glove in 2015 and led the American League with the fewest errors in 2020, Altuve will now take on a new … Read more
Albertsons Companies has announced that Chief Executive Officer Vivek Sankaran will step down, effective May 1. Susan Morris, the company’s operating chief, will take over as CEO and join the board of directors. This move comes as part of a planned retirement plan for Sankaran. The Boise-based grocery chain’s stock price dropped by 1.66% after … Read more
Google has introduced lock screen widgets for its Gemini AI assistant on the iPhone, offering users more immediate access to its features. The move aims to position Gemini as a formidable alternative to Apple’s Siri and OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Gemini’s new lock screen widgets provide six circular options for quick access to specific functionalities. These include … Read more
A car drove into a crowd in the southwestern German city of Mannheim on Monday, killing two people and injuring 11 others, including five severely. The police arrested the driver, a 40-year-old German citizen, who had a history of mental illness and assault charges. Authorities say they do not believe he had a political motive … Read more
The New York State Athletic Commission (NYAC) is investigating a contentious moment in Saturday’s fight between Gervonta “Tank” Davis and Lamont Roach. In the ninth round, Davis took a knee after voluntarily removing his glove, which could have been considered a knockdown. However, referee Steve Willis chose not to penalize Davis, allowing him to continue … Read more
US President Donald Trump announced that tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada will take effect from Tuesday, sparking a global trade war that is pushing North America closer to the brink. The move affects more than $900 billion worth of annual US imports, with Canadian energy facing a 10% duty. The tariffs are set … Read more
Covid-19 has left a lasting impact on the brains of those who have had it, with scientists warning that this could signal a surge in dementia cases and other mental conditions. Five years into the pandemic, researchers are recognizing the toll Covid takes on brain health. Many people who have had Covid struggle with persistent … Read more
A federal judge is seeking testimony from top Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) officials about the agency’s state and the Trump administration’s intentions behind dismantling it. US District Judge Amy Berman Jackson plans to hold a hearing next Monday, where CFPB Chief Operating Officer Adam Martinez will testify alongside others. Critics argue that the Trump … Read more
US manufacturers have reported a fall in orders as growth expectations continue to decline. This decrease in demand has left many companies cautious about their future prospects. The decline in growth expectations is a concerning trend, and its impact on the manufacturing sector is being felt across the country. As companies wait for clarity on … Read more
Kansas dropped its second straight game, losing 65-59 on the road to top-ranked Houston in a crucial ESPN Big Monday showdown. The Jayhawks showed flashes of brilliance despite falling short. Center Hunter Dickinson led the way with 17 points and 12 rebounds, while KJ Adams added 15 points. However, the team’s poor overall offense and … Read more