PepsiCo has acquired the prebiotic soda brand Poppi for $1.95 billion. The deal is seen as an effort by the company to cater to consumers’ growing interest in health and wellness. Poppi’s co-founder, Allison Ellsworth, expressed her excitement about joining PepsiCo, stating that it will allow the drinks to reach more customers while preserving their … Read more
A luxury estate on the Colorado River in Austin, Texas, is up for sale with a hefty price tag. The nearly 5-acre property includes three parcels and features a stunning three-story stone-and-stucco home on Island Cove. Built in 1999, the renovated property boasts five bedrooms, three kitchens, and eight living areas, perfect for entertaining. The … Read more
The growing issue of satellite overcrowding in orbit has reached a critical point, with over 20,000 satellites now occupying space since the start of the space age. Magdrive, a British startup, claims to have found a solution with its new propulsion system that will make satellites 10 times more maneuverable and reduce the mass devoted … Read more
Childhood star Mara Wilson is paying tribute to late actress Michelle Trachtenberg, who passed away on February 26 at the age of 39. The two had lost touch over the years but became fast friends in their ’90s child acting days. In her recent essay for Vulture, Wilson remembered Trachtenberg as “nice” and “remarkably intelligent.” … Read more
Tesla’s stock is losing ground for the ninth consecutive week, with shares falling by another 5% on Tuesday. The decline marks a significant drop from the company’s record highs in mid-December, when shares were trading at 53% above their previous levels. Several factors are contributing to Tesla’s current struggles. Two new issues have emerged: BYD’s … Read more
Bryan Bedford, President Trump’s pick to head the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), has a decades-long career as an airline executive under his belt. As the current CEO of Republic Airways, Bedford is credited with growing the airline from $85 million in revenues to over $1.3 billion during his tenure. Under his leadership, Republic expanded its … Read more
A Russian bomb reportedly struck power in the Ukrainian city of Slovyansk just hours after a call between President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump agreed to a 30-day ceasefire for energy infrastructure. The attack came despite both leaders announcing an agreement to halt attacks on Ukrainian energy facilities. White House Press Secretary Karoline … Read more
Microsoft has once again made significant strides in accessibility, with its 15th annual Ability Summit drawing over 20,000 attendees from 164 countries. The company’s commitment to investing in accessibility is rooted in its business model and spans over three decades. Accessibility is a fundamental right for people with disabilities, making technology easier for everyone. Microsoft’s … Read more
Budget carrier Frontier is countering Southwest’s move to charge for seat assignments and checked luggage by offering its own economy bundle deal. Customers can book nonstop flights with a seat assignment and carry-on bag without an extra fee, available from Tuesday through March 24 for travel until August 18. Additionally, free checked bags are included … Read more
Netflix’s latest series, Adolescence, pulls viewers into a harrowing story of murder and masculinity. Filmed in a single continuous shot, the show follows 13-year-old Jamie Miller as he is accused of stabbing his classmate, Katie. The entire story unfolds over 13 months and concludes with Jamie making an unexpected confession to his father. In the … Read more