Apple has unveiled its most affordable laptop yet, the MacBook Neo, which boasts a high-quality design without compromising on materials or processes. Molly Anderson, head of industrial design, oversaw the creation of the laptop, which was designed to make an impact and create a positive first experience for users. The MacBook Neo aims to introduce … Read more
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is searching for a new leader after its vaccines chief, Dr. Vinay Prasad, will leave the agency in April. Dr. Prasad, who headed the FDA’s vaccines and biotech drugs division, has been involved in several high-profile controversies surrounding COVID-19 vaccines. The search for his replacement is ongoing. Source: https://www.wsj.com/health/healthcare/fdas-controversial-vaccines-chief-will-leave-the-agency-7fe59aa3
The Google app has taken over the search bar on Pixel Launchers, reverting back to a design that’s been seen before. The update compounds this change by removing the Expressive search bar from homescreens. Last year, the search bar was updated with a Material 3 Expressive design, which featured a ‘G’ logo and microphone in … Read more
A photo shoot featuring young Goldman Sachs bankers has sparked a backlash from executives at the investment bank, with some accusing the bank of being too uptight and restrictive about employee activities. The controversy centers around a recent magazine feature that included photos of the bankers participating in luxurious activities such as shopping at Hermes … Read more
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem told lawmakers Wednesday she was “shocked” the House Judiciary Committee asked about her relationship with Trump ally Corey Lewandowski, saying it’s “tabloid garbage.” Noem works alongside Lewandowski, who advises her department, but denies any romantic involvement. The exchange comes after earlier reports alleged a romance between Noem and Lewandowski, though … Read more
Pfizer has received approval from Chinese authorities to market its obesity treatment drug, ecnoglutide, for overweight or obese adults. This move comes as generic versions of the drug are expected to hit the market soon, increasing competition in a rapidly growing market. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-03-06/pfizer-secures-china-nod-for-obesity-drug-as-generics-loom
Meta’s popular AI glasses have sold over 7 million pairs, but the company is now facing allegations that it misled users about their privacy. The glasses, which have a small camera, are pitched as “designed for privacy and controlled by you.” However, a recent investigation found that Kenyan subcontractors who label footage from the glasses … Read more
A recent study of 1,500 US full-time workers reveals that relying heavily on AI at work can lead to severe mental fatigue. Researchers from Boston Consulting Group and University of California, Riverside coined the phenomenon “AI brain fry,” which affects high performers more severely. The study found that 14% of workers experienced mental fatigue due … Read more
Director Dan Trachtenberg has changed the game for the Predator franchise with a fresh perspective. He took the 1987 classic and transformed it into a character-driven survival-horror movie, giving old fans and new ones alike something to love. Trachtenberg’s journey in the Predator universe began with the prequel Prey, which became a massive hit on … Read more
US stocks fell sharply this week due to rising oil prices and weaker-than-expected jobs data. The Dow dropped 453 points, or 0.95%, as the S&P 500 lost 1.33% and the tech-heavy Nasdaq sank 1.59%. Oil prices surged 36% for US crude and 27% for Brent, driven by the conflict with Iran halting oil flow through … Read more