Apple’s latest earbuds, the AirPods 4, have dropped to a record-low price of $100, their lowest ever. These water-resistant earbuds feature H2 chip technology, spatial audio, and intuitive hands-free controls, making them a great alternative to the AirPods Pro. With up to five hours of listening time per charge and IP54 dust, sweat, and water … Read more
President Donald Trump’s 100th day in office is approaching, and investors will be closely watching corporate earnings and inflation data this week. A packed schedule of reports from major firms like Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Meta Platforms, ExxonMobil, Coca-Cola, and McDonald’s will provide insight into the health of the economy. The Federal Reserve is also set … Read more
The US government has announced plans to persuade food companies to voluntarily eliminate petroleum-based artificial dyes from their products by the end of 2026, citing limited evidence of potential health risks. Sensient Technologies Corp., a leading dyemaker, is working with major brands to develop natural alternatives. The FDA allows about three dozen color additives, including … Read more
Russian President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged the involvement of North Korean troops in the conflict over Ukraine, saying they fought with “honor and valor” to help Russia push Ukrainian forces out of the Kursk region. In a statement posted on the Kremlin website, Putin praised the North Korean soldiers as “heroic” and said they will … Read more
Palantir, a US-based software company, has seen its stock price rise by 45% this year, bucking the trend in the technology sector. The company’s government business and focus on efficiency are key factors contributing to its outperformance. The company’s artificial intelligence-enabled tools have gained recognition for its defense and software contracts with key US government … Read more
Mississippi Sen. John Horhn has secured the Democratic nomination for Jackson mayor, defeating incumbent Chokwe A. Lumumba in a runoff election. Horhn received about 75% of the votes cast in the April 22 runoff, marking his third attempt at winning the office after launching his first campaign in 2009. Horhn’s victory came as no surprise … Read more
Matthew Berry’s 2025 NFL Draft is over, but the fantasy football season is just beginning. Berry has released his updated PPR dynasty rookie rankings for both Superflex and 1QB leagues. The top-ranked players are Ashton Jeanty (RB) and Omarion Hampton (RB), who lead their respective positions. As Berry notes, team needs, positional scarcity, and league … Read more
Kim Kardashian’s trial for the 2016 Paris Fashion Week heist has begun at a packed courthouse in Paris. The nine suspects are accused of stealing nearly $10 million in cash and jewelry, including a $4 million engagement ring. Eight defendants deny involvement, while two have admitted to lesser offenses. The case centers on how the … Read more
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, have died under mysterious circumstances, with an official cause of death revealed. A final autopsy by the Office of the Medical Investigator in New Mexico shows that Hackman had congestive heart failure, severe chronic hypertension, and Alzheimer’s disease. The medical examiner found remote myocardial infarctions involving … Read more
Senate Democrats have issued a report revealing that companies led by Elon Musk face at least $2.37 billion in potential legal liabilities from federal investigations, litigation, and regulatory oversight. The report aims to quantify the many conflicts of interest Musk has due to his work with “Doge”, a group he founded as a self-described “department … Read more