Instagram co-founder Kevin Systrom testified before a federal judge, bolstering the Federal Trade Commission’s claim that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg underinvested in the photo-sharing app after acquiring it. Systrom stated that Zuckerberg seemed to prioritize Facebook over Instagram following the 2012 acquisition, focusing fewer resources on strengthening user privacy and video products. He also expressed … Read more
As Donald Trump returned to the White House, Europeans stocked up on American spirits in anticipation of a potential new trade war. The move reflects consumers’ awareness of the impact of Trump’s trade policies on their daily lives, including the rise of US-made products like whiskey and bourbon. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-04-24/trump-s-tariff-threat-pushed-us-alcohol-spirits-exports-to-record
The New York Times is expanding its flagship podcast “The Daily” by adding two new co-hosts, Natalie Kitroeff and Rachel Abrams. According to a memo sent to staff, Kitroeff will join the show in June after previously serving as the Mexico City bureau chief for five years, while Abrams will begin immediately. Kitroeff’s expertise on … Read more
The moon’s water has long fascinated scientists, and researchers have proposed that it might be forming thanks to the sun. A new study confirms this process, showing that charged particles from the sun can spark a chemical reaction that produces water on the lunar surface. Scientists at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center used a realistic … Read more
A survey of businesspeople by the Federal Reserve has revealed a growing concern among corporate leaders about investing in and hiring employees, citing uncertainty over the economy due to trade tensions. The Beige Book, an eight-times-a-year report on economic conditions, found that while current data suggests stability, business leaders are taking a cautious approach to … Read more
The Federal Reserve released its latest Beige Book survey on April 23, 2025, presenting a mixed economic outlook. Despite overall positivity, the report highlights underlying concerns. The Beige Book is a regional economic snapshot, covering 12 Federal Reserve districts across the US. The latest survey reveals: A strong services sector, with hiring and wage growth … Read more
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A newly surfaced video from Unbox Therapy shows the alleged iPhone 17 Air in dummy model form, offering a glimpse into its ultra-thin design. Measuring just 5.65mm at its smallest point, this new phone would be significantly thinner than previous models. However, concerns about durability are raised, as bending is not yet testable with these … Read more
Volkswagen and Uber have announced a strategic partnership to deploy thousands of all-electric, fully autonomous ID. Buzz AD vehicles across multiple US markets over the next decade. The testing phase is set to begin later this year, with the first commercial launch expected in Los Angeles in 2026. The vehicles will be equipped with MOIA’s … Read more
UNICEF USA President & CEO Michael J. Nyenhuis says the world is at a critical moment in public health, requiring urgent and sustained attention and investment to protect hard-won gains against vaccine-preventable diseases. The value of vaccines cannot be debated, with over 154 million lives saved worldwide since their introduction. UNICEF plays a key role … Read more