James Hardie Industries, a leading global building products company, has agreed to acquire Azek Building Products Inc., a US-based manufacturer of composite decking and outdoor living products, in a deal worth nearly $9 billion. The acquisition is expected to expand James Hardie’s presence in the North American market and enhance its product offerings. Azek, founded … Read more
Protesters gathered in Troy near a Tesla showroom on Sunday to voice their opposition to President Trump adviser Elon Musk’s proposed cuts to social security. The event, organized by Hank Kennedy of Hazel Park, aimed to draw attention to what protesters called “damaging” and “irresponsible” cuts. Musk oversees the president’s cost-cutting and downsizing operation, DOGE, … Read more
A project to produce a plastic version of the Apple Watch SE, aimed at kids, appears to be stalled due to design and cost issues. Initially, Bloomberg reported that Apple planned to use hard plastic instead of aluminum for the next-generation Apple Watch SE, which would have made it cheaper. However, this plan is now … Read more
The Michigan State Spartans are moving forward after a tough road to the Sweet 16, where they outlasted the New Mexico Lobos 71-63. Tom Izzo’s team is known for its resilience and perseverance, as evident in their win against all odds. After being held scoreless by Jase Richardson, the Spartans’ star player eventually made a … Read more
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the nation’s health secretary, has instructed the leaders of his nonprofit organization to remove a fake vaccine safety page that mimicked the design of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website. The page was taken offline on Saturday evening after The New York Times inquired about it. The page, published … Read more
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AOL, a part of the Yahoo family of brands, is required to inform users about its cookie policy. The company states that it collects cookies and personal data to provide additional services, such as digital advertising. Users have the option to reject all uses of cookies and personal data or customize their choices by clicking … Read more
Elon Musk has made headlines again with his unconventional requests, including asking people to break door mirrors off their Tesla cars. The billionaire CEO has a history of controversy with critics like the author, who previously reviewed one of his early models on Top Gear in 2008. During that review, the writer accurately described the … Read more
Celebrity chef and food expert Alton Brown has weighed in on the fast food scene, surprising fans by naming Arby’s as his go-to chain. Despite having cut down on fast food consumption, Brown admits he’d be drawn to Arby’s if his cravings ever return. Brown, known for his love of fried chicken, is a fan … Read more
Paralysed man Noland Arbaugh has made history by becoming the first person to use Elon Musk’s Neuralink chip. The 30-year-old quadriplegic, who was fitted with the device in January 2024, can now control a computer with his mind using a ‘brain computer interface’ (BCI) technology. The Neuralink chip detects electrical impulses generated when Noland thinks … Read more