Lucid Group, Nuro, and Uber have partnered to develop a next-generation autonomous robotaxi program exclusively for the Uber ride-hailing platform. The partnership aims to deploy 20,000 or more Lucid vehicles equipped with the Nuro Driver Level 4 autonomy system over six years in dozens of markets worldwide. The first launch is expected in a major … Read more
NFL Players Association (NFLPA) executive director Lloyd Howell has resigned, citing distractions caused by his leadership. Howell claims his focus on leading the union has become a distraction to its daily work. Howell’s resignation comes amid controversy over his outside job with private equity firm Carlyle Group, which holds league approval for minority ownership in … Read more
NFL star wide receiver Mike Williams has unexpectedly retired from the sport, citing an undisclosed injury. The 30-year-old, who played eight seasons with the Chargers, was placed on the physically unable to perform list at training camp and never returned. Williams’ sudden retirement is a surprise to many, including his former coach Jim Harbaugh and … Read more
Tadej Pogačar has strengthened his grip on the overall lead at the 2025 Tour de France after securing his second consecutive stage win in the Pyrenees. Pogačar dominated Friday’s individual time-trial, beating rival Jonas Vingegaard by 36 seconds and taking a commanding 4 minutes and 7 seconds lead over Vingegaard. The Slovenian rider now has … Read more
In the modern Tour de France, time trials are no longer just about raw strength and powerful legs. With the introduction of aerodynamics and equipment play, teams are faced with complex decisions that can make or break a rider’s performance. Even in mountain time trials, where gravity is expected to dominate, aerodynamic efficiency remains crucial. … Read more
President Donald Trump has threatened to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, sparking concerns about the stability of the central bank. However, some of his allies believe that keeping the Fed’s independence is crucial for the president’s own interests. Trump’s grievances with Powell stem from the chair’s refusal to cut interest rates in response to … Read more
Utah has reported 10 cases of measles so far this year, all involving unvaccinated individuals. The MMR vaccine is highly effective, offering up to 97% successful prevention. Despite this, some parents are hesitant to vaccinate their children due to concerns about the vaccine’s safety. Dr. Ryan Gottfredson, a pediatrician at Utah Valley Pediatrics, believes that … Read more
Attorneys for Luigi Mangione, the man accused of gunning down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last December, claim that Manhattan prosecutors wrongfully obtained his medical records from Aetna. In a new court filing, Mangione’s attorneys allege that the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office obtained over 120 pages of information about his medical history, including diagnoses and specific … Read more
A deadly Air India crash has reignited debate over installing video cameras in airline cockpits to monitor pilot actions, complementing existing voice and flight data recorders. International Air Transport Association head Willie Walsh supports the idea, citing a strong argument for improved investigations into mental health issues. Aviation experts say preliminary reports from India’s Aircraft … Read more
A SkyWest flight was diverted to Iowa after a passenger tried to open an emergency exit and got into a fight with a flight attendant. Mario Nikprelaj, 23 from Nebraska, was taken into custody at Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids on Thursday. The aircraft, traveling from Omaha to Detroit, was met by law enforcement … Read more