DF A new survey from the University of Michigan shows a stark divide in consumer sentiment about the economy, with differing opinions on inflation and President-elect Donald Trump’s impact on pocketbooks. The overall consumer sentiment index rose 3.1% in December to 74, while the index measuring current conditions jumped 21.6% to 77.7. However, the future conditions … Read more
Apple has released the final beta for iOS 18.2, marking the official launch date for compatible iPhone owners. The update promises several exciting features, including Apple Intelligence, which enhances user experience with AI-powered tools. Key new features include: Image Playground: A new app that uses concepts and descriptions from your photo library to create fun … Read more
The US job market has bounced back from a sharp decline in October, with employers adding 227,000 new jobs in November. The Labor Department report showed significant growth in industries such as healthcare, restaurants, and bars. The strong rebound comes after disruptions caused by major storms and labor strikes. In October, jobs growth dropped sharply … Read more
YouTube investigator Stephen Findeisen, also known as “Coffeezilla,” has called out misleading headlines surrounding viral influencer Hailey Welch, also known as “Hawk Tuah,” and her memecoin HAWK. Welch launched the token on December 5, sparking outrage across social media due to allegations of snipers and insider wallets. Coffeezilla claims that the team behind the memecoin … Read more
A whooping cough outbreak has been reported at the McHenry High School Upper Campus in Illinois, with 59 cases confirmed so far this year. The outbreak is the current highest number of cases in a single county since 2018. According to health officials, 11 cases were reported in November and 20 in October. As of … Read more
The Apple AirPods 4 are on sale at Amazon for $119, saving users 8% off the list price of $129. This deal is available for both the standard model and those with active noise cancellation or AppleCare+. The latest AirPods feature Apple’s H2 chip, delivering an immersive listening experience with personalized Spatial Audio and dynamic … Read more
Ariana Grande addressed criticism about her appearance in a recent joint interview with co-star Cynthia Erivo. The “Thank U Next” singer held back tears as she discussed the comments she’s heard about her weight and body. Grande, 29, shared that she’s been subjected to body shaming since she was 16 years old. She said that … Read more
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has ordered federal supervision of Google’s payment services, citing legal requirements for the company. This is Google’s second supervisory designation order in a contested matter. While Google Pay is already subject to the CFPB’s enforcement jurisdiction, the regulator believes it has met the necessary criteria for oversight. The CFPB … Read more
The Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids is now offering a “Ruby Slipper Theft Guided Tour” as the iconic ruby slippers stolen from the museum in 2005 are set to go up for auction. In 2005, Minnesotan Terry Jon Martin broke into the museum and stole the slippers, which were used in the 1939 film … Read more
Troy Baker, known as the industry’s go-to voice actor, has taken on a significant role in the first-person action-adventure video game “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.” The game, developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks, comes to Xbox Series X|S and PC on Monday. Baker was initially hesitant to be part of the … Read more