U.S. stocks rose on Friday, with the Dow Jones index gaining over 150 points and hitting a fresh record high. The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points last week, signaling more easing ahead. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also saw significant gains. Investors often rely on Wall Street analysts for stock picks … Read more
Google is streamlining data science by integrating SQL, Python, and Apache Spark into a single notebook environment called Colab Enterprise. This move aims to eliminate the barriers between database/data warehouse environments and machine learning workbench. The current workflow often requires users to switch between different tools, including exporting and loading data from a database to … Read more
Amazon will return over $1.5 billion to customers due to a $2.5 billion settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over deceptive Prime enrollment practices. The FTC claims that Amazon used “sophisticated subscription traps” to trick online shoppers into signing up for its Prime services. Here’s what you need to know: * Eligible customers can … Read more
The US energy sector is grappling with the growing demand for power from data centers, which are prompting a rush for electricity. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said in an interview that if there isn’t enough power available, data centers should provide their own electricity instead of relying on broader grid systems. The issue has sparked … Read more
Imagine having a personal assistant on the road. Google Assistant Routines makes this a reality, automating chains of actions with a single voice command or trigger. This underrated feature in Android Auto has been around since 2018 but remains under-the-radar for many drivers. With its recent comeback in 2021, it’s time to shine a light … Read more
A dying octopus is inspiring love and admiration from visitors to the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, California. The eight-armed creature can be seen dancing and gliding through the water, leaving onlookers in awe. Despite her poor health, she continues to care for her eggs, showing remarkable intelligence and devotion. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/interactive/2025/octopus-ghost-aquarium-grief
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to sell TikTok’s China-based owner ByteDance’s US operations to a consortium of investors, including Oracle and Silver Lake. As part of the deal, ByteDance will maintain ownership but cede control of data, content, and algorithm to a newly formed joint venture. The joint venture will handle … Read more
A man from Alabama has been put to death for a 1997 murder of a gas station clerk, nearly three decades later. Geoffrey West, who was 50 years old at the time of his execution, had pleaded guilty in 2000 and was sentenced to death for Margaret Parrish Berry’s murder. Despite appeals from the victim’s … Read more
President Trump has signed an executive order to clear the way for a US version of TikTok, valued at $14 billion. This deal aims to help the app comply with a federal law that banned it in the US due to concerns over China’s access to sensitive data and propaganda. The administration has been working … Read more
Jollibee, a popular Filipino fast-food chain, is trying to win over American palates with its famous Chickenjoy and spaghetti. Born from the nostalgia of Filipino immigrants, Jollibee aims to expand across North America through franchise programs, targeting 350 locations in the next few years. Jollibee’s iconic mascot, “Jabee,” is a well-known figure among Filipinos, symbolizing … Read more