Marvel’s latest team-building exercise, Thunderbolts*, brings a welcome relief to the Cinematic Universe after a string of misfires. The movie follows Yelena, played with downbeat charisma by Florence Pugh, as she navigates a life-or-death battle alongside a group of misfit mercenaries. Yelena is joined by Ghost (Hannah John Kamen), Taskmaster (Olga Kurylenko), John Walker (Wyatt … Read more
Google has made a significant shift in its approach to artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual assistants, abandoning its long-standing Google Assistant tool in favor of a new AI-powered assistant called Gemini. In a little over two years, Gemini has become the go-to AI tool for Google, offering users answers, brainstorming help, and interaction with other … Read more
Millions of Americans who rely on cheap Chinese products from websites like Temu and Shein are now facing higher prices due to a trade war between the US and China. The tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump have led to significant price increases for many items, including lawn chairs, swimsuits, and household goods. According to … Read more
Israel marks Memorial Day each year on the second Jews only holiday which is usually in May or June but in Israel the first day of Iyar which can fall in either April, May or June is observed. The day honors fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism and is a somber occasion for Israelis. During … Read more
Amazon has stated its readiness for an uncertain business environment due to ongoing trade tensions and tariffs, echoing concerns from other major companies about their impact on consumer spending. The company reported a decent first quarter but adjusted its expectations for the current period, citing weaker operating profits than initially forecasted by Wall Street analysts. … Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge’s camera package has been officially confirmed, showcasing the main and ultrawide cameras used on the upcoming device. The 200MP primary sensor is similar to that found on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, with a smaller 1/1.3″ type sensor, while the 12MP ultrawide features a larger 1/2.55″ type sensor. This leaves out … Read more
Tyrese Haliburton’s father, John Haliburton, will not attend Indiana Pacers games for the foreseeable future after a heated confrontation with Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo following Game 5 of their playoff series. The incident started when John Haliburton walked onto the court waving a towel and swearing at Antetokounmpo after his son made a game-winning … Read more
A measles outbreak is sweeping through the state of Texas, with Denton County confirming its first case this year. The infected individual, an adult resident, visited multiple locations while contagious on April 19, including a Texas Rangers game and several restaurants. Measles spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes and can … Read more
McDonald’s has reported its largest drop in US sales since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, with a 3.6% decline in like-for-like sales compared to the same period last year. The decline was attributed to customers’ concerns over the US economy and rising prices. Chief Executive Chris Kempczinski said that consumers are “grappling with uncertainty” … Read more
Meta Platforms Inc. reported its first quarter results after the bell on Wednesday, beating analyst expectations on both revenue and earnings per share (EPS). The company’s shares surged more than 5% in premarket trading following the announcement. For the quarter, Meta generated $42.3 billion in revenue, exceeding the consensus estimate of $41.3 billion. EPS came … Read more