Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the witness stand Monday as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) brought a landmark antitrust trial against the tech company. The 40-year-old exec rejected allegations that Meta sought to unlawfully stifle market competition through its 2012 and 2014 acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp. The FTC claims that Meta now operates an … Read more
Former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe says Blue Origin’s all-female flight crew suits are more than just a fashion statement, as they represent “the future of space”. The custom-made Monse suits were designed to be functional, comfortable and stylish. For Bowe, the suits embody three things: fashion, form, and function. Bowe notes that traditional space … Read more
If your browser is showing a “Javascript disabled” error message, it can prevent you from accessing certain websites or experiencing full functionality. Here’s how to enable JavaScript in your browser: To enable JavaScript in Google Chrome: 1. Open Google Chrome. 2. Click the three vertical dots in the top right corner and select Settings. 3. … Read more
As Tax Day approaches, restaurant chains across the country are offering customers freebies and discounts to celebrate. Whether you’ve already filed your taxes or need to file an extension, there’s something for everyone on April 15. Krispy Kreme is sweetening the deal with a buy-one-get-one-free offer on Original Glazed doughnuts in-store and online. Royal Perks … Read more
The Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD), often considered the ‘gold standard’ of dividend investing, has seen a slight decline in value over the past few months. Despite this, the fund remains an attractive option for investors seeking stable income and long-term growth. Launched as one of the earliest dividend-focused ETFs, SCHD has garnered significant … Read more
A federal judge in Washington has blocked most of Donald Trump’s executive order targeting law firm Susman Godfrey, citing concerns over the administration’s coercion and abuse of power. In a ruling issued on Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan halted provisions of the directive that threatened to cancel federal contracts held by Susman Godfrey’s clients … Read more
China’s President Xi Jinping has called on Vietnam to oppose “unilateral bullying” in the global trade system, as tensions with the US continue to escalate. The comments come during a regional charm offensive by Xi, who is visiting several countries including Malaysia and Cambodia. The visit has taken on increased significance amid a mounting trade … Read more
Johnson & Johnson’s (JNJ) stock fell Tuesday despite beating Wall Street’s first-quarter earnings forecasts and raising its sales guidance for the year. The decline came as broader market sentiment suffered due to the impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs on economic data. Analysts attribute J&J’s sales guidance boost to the company’s takeover of Intra-Cellular Therapies, … Read more
The S&P 500 Index has hit a significant milestone, marking its first “death cross” in three years, sending mixed signals about future market direction. This event typically precedes a decline in the stock market. Recent examples have shown varying outcomes, with some leading to significant downturns and others resulting in minor corrections or even gains. … Read more
At Apple, we believe that protecting user privacy is a fundamental human right. To achieve this, we’ve developed new techniques that enable us to understand usage trends and aggregated insights without revealing individual behavior or unique content. These advancements will be used across various Apple Intelligence features. One area where these new techniques are applied … Read more