How to Beat AI-Powered Pricing Schemes

Personalized pricing has become increasingly common in various industries, including finance and online gaming. Recently, Delta Air Lines announced its plan to use artificial intelligence to provide individualized prices to customers, sparking concern among flyers and politicians. However, this trend is not new. Customized pricing has been around for a long time, with businesses traditionally … Read more

Las Vegas Tourism Plummets Amid High Costs and Luxury Pivot

Las Vegas is facing a significant slowdown in tourism this summer, with hotel occupancy plummeting by 6.5% and visitor arrivals dipping over 11% compared to last year. Locals are jokingly referring to the famous Strip as a “ghost town” due to the low number of tourists. The main reason for the decline is the rising … Read more

Apple Sues Movie Theater Chain Over Trademark Infringement

Tech giant Apple has filed a lawsuit against a small movie theater chain called Apple Cinemas, alleging trademark infringement and causing confusion among consumers. The chain, which currently operates 14 locations in the Northeastern US, recently expanded to San Francisco despite receiving multiple warnings from Apple about its name potentially causing confusion. Apple’s complaint claims … Read more

Fidgeting Foe: One in Three People Suffer from Misokinesia

Fidgeting can be a distracting and annoying behavior for many people, but why? According to a recent study, approximately one-third of the population experiences misokinesia, a condition characterized by an intense emotional response to seeing others fidget. Researchers defined misokinesia as a strong negative affective or emotional response to the sight of someone else’s small … Read more

Understanding NBCUniversal’s Cookie Policy

NBCUniversal uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on its websites, applications, services, and connected devices. This Cookie Notice explains how these technologies are used and provides guidance on managing your cookie settings. Cookies are small text files placed on your device by NBCUniversal or its partners, including advertisers and vendors. There are different types of … Read more

Nvidia Faces Chinese Security Probe Amid War of Words Over Chip Backdoors

Nvidia’s stock dropped 2% today as tensions with Chinese authorities escalated over security risks in its chips. The company was warned to produce “convincing security proofs” to alleviate concerns among Chinese users. China’s state-run media, People’s Daily, commented that foreign companies must comply with Chinese laws and prioritize security as a basic prerequisite for market … Read more

Olivia Rodrigo Brings Weezer and Korn Back to Lollapalooza Stage

Lollapalooza 2025 kicked off its second day in Chicago’s Grant Park with stellar performances from Olivia Rodrigo, who made her Chicago festival debut as the headliner. Joining her on the bill were Korn, Bleachers, T-Pain, Djo, Amaarae, The Dare, and Orla Gartland. Olivia Rodrigo wowed the crowd with her relatable lyrics, agile vocals, and infectious … Read more

Who’s Paying for the Trillion-Dollar AI Boom?

The trillion-dollar AI boom is transforming America’s economy, but a crucial question remains unanswered: who will pay for it? The country’s biggest technology companies are pouring billions into data centers and research, leveraging their vast resources to drive innovation. These firms, including Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, and Oracle, have seen their shares skyrocket over the … Read more

Ukraine Foils Defense Sector Corruption Scheme

Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Agency (NABU) and Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAP) announced four arrests in connection with a large-scale corruption scheme involving the procurement of military drones and signal jamming systems. The suspects, including a sitting lawmaker, two local officials, and National Guard personnel, allegedly received kickbacks of up to 30% of contract amounts. The … Read more

76-Year-Old Man Charged with Assaulting Children at Summer Camp

A 76-year-old man has been remanded in custody after eight children and one adult fell ill at a summer camp in Leicestershire. Jon Ruben, of Ruddington, Nottinghamshire, faces charges related to allegedly lacing sweets with sedatives. The incident occurred on Monday, when the group was taken to hospital as a precaution. All have since been … Read more