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Lyle Menendez argues for parole, a day after his brother was denied
2025-08-23

Lyle Menendez argues for parole, a day after his brother was denied

A day after a California board denied Erik Menendez parole, his older brother Lyle made his case for release. The brothers have spent more than 30 years in prison after they were convicted of the murders of their parents. NBC News’ Liz Kreutz reports.

Reveals Its New Jeep Cherokee SUV amid Falling Sales
2025-08-23

Reveals Its New Jeep Cherokee SUV amid Falling Sales

After facing six straight years of falling sales, Jeep is trying to make a comeback by bringing back a brand-new version of its Cherokee SUV. On Thursday, automaker Stellantis (STLA), Jeep’s parent company, revealed the redesigned 2026 Cherokee, which comes equipped with Stellantis’ new 1.6-liter...

Elon Musk says he wants to 'simulate' software companies like Microsoft 'purely' with AI. He's calling it 'Macrohard.'
2025-08-23

Elon Musk says he wants to 'simulate' software companies like Microsoft 'purely' with AI. He's calling it 'Macrohard.'

After Tesla signed a semiconductor deal with Samsung, Elon Musk wrote that he would "walk the line personally to accelerate the pace of progress."Marc Piasecki/Getty ImagesElon Musk said that his AI venture, xAI, is working to simulate software companies like Microsoft.He's said on X that it's...

Regional agency adds city to EV-based, same-day ride service
2025-08-23

Regional agency adds city to EV-based, same-day ride service

By Buzz Trexler Star Correspondent The First Tennessee Human Resource Agency has added Elizabethton to its list of cities being served by NET Trans Connect, an EV-based same-day service for those who need a ride. The public transportation service uses a Ford Mustang Mach-E electric vehicle unveiled Friday afternoon during a ribbon-cutting at the NET [...]

HHS Rolls Out 'MAHA In Action' To Spotlight Health Reforms
2025-08-23

HHS Rolls Out 'MAHA In Action' To Spotlight Health Reforms

HHS Rolls Out 'MAHA In Action' To Spotlight Health Reforms Early in his tenure as Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. vowed to make transparency a key element of the department under his leadership.This week, HHS announced the debut of MAHA in Action, an online...

Hong Kong tops the US as IPO venue for Chinese start-ups
2025-08-23

Hong Kong tops the US as IPO venue for Chinese start-ups

In the first of a two-part series about Hong Kong’s market for initial public offerings, Zhang Shidong and Ao Yulu report that more Chinese companies opted to list in Hong Kong in the first eight months of 2025 than in New York.Hong Kong has overtaken the US as the new listing venue for Chinese...

Mark Zuckerberg goes 'startup mode'
2025-08-23

Mark Zuckerberg goes 'startup mode'

The gospel of small teams is spreading across Silicon Valley as tech firms look to be nimble.- At the forefront is Meta's superintelligence AI unit, which is led by a handful of star researchers.- Questions remain over whether smaller, startup-like groups can transform massive tech...

Margot Robbie Says the Penguin Was Blocked From Appearing in 'Harley Quinn' Movie
2025-08-23

Margot Robbie Says the Penguin Was Blocked From Appearing in 'Harley Quinn' Movie

Margot Robbie made a shocking admission that The Penguin was blocked from appearing in her solo "Harley Quinn" film.

2025-08-23

Amateur Katie Cranston among five Canadians to make cut at CPKC Women’s Open - NanaimoNewsNOW

Amateur Katie Cranston among five Canadians to make cut at CPKC Women’s Open NanaimoNewsNOWView Full Coverage on Google News

The Final Verdict on Pair vs. Solo Programming: A Summary
2025-08-23

The Final Verdict on Pair vs. Solo Programming: A Summary

The authors discuss these findings, their similarity to existing research, and plans for future replications to further investigate pair programming's effects.

Radar can eavesdrop on your phone just by picking up internal vibrations
2025-08-23

Radar can eavesdrop on your phone just by picking up internal vibrations

The next time you need to have a truly private conversation over the phone, you'll need to account for a whole new way by which people can snoop on ...

Will OpenAI Sell Ads? Plus New AI Glasses From Meta And HTC
2025-08-22

Will OpenAI Sell Ads? Plus New AI Glasses From Meta And HTC

OpenAI faces an ad dilemma, Meta preps Hypernova AR glasses, HTC launches Eagle AI eyewear, and Invisible Studio brings AI to short-form video creators.

Ben Turner dashes from Renewi Tour to ride Vuelta a España as Finlay Pickering replaces Damiano Caruso on Friday afternoon
2025-08-22

Ben Turner dashes from Renewi Tour to ride Vuelta a España as Finlay Pickering replaces Damiano Caruso on Friday afternoon

Late sickness and fractures spark last minute roster changes

What Is The Most Difficult BMW Motorcycle To Ride? Here's What Riders Say
2025-08-22

What Is The Most Difficult BMW Motorcycle To Ride? Here's What Riders Say

There's a BMW motorcycle for just about every type of riders. Almost all BMW motorcycle riders agree on which one is the most difficult to ride.

Google’s Next Smart Speaker Is All About AI
2025-08-22

Google’s Next Smart Speaker Is All About AI

Google has a fresh smart home speaker to go along with its upcoming Gemini for Home upgrade, according to new leaks.

The desire for a new Made By Google Pixelbook is palpable
2025-08-22

The desire for a new Made By Google Pixelbook is palpable

Last week, I wrote a bit of an editorial piece that made the case that for the first time in years, a new, Google-made Pixelbook actually makes perfect sense thanks to the impending shift of ChromeOS to the Android kernel. It was a speculative, forward-looking article based on connecting a few dots that I thought [...]

Life Electric Vehicles Holdings, Inc. (OTC:LFEV) Announces August 26 Webinar to Discuss Company Vision, U.S.-Based FTZ Manufacturing, and Strategic Growth Plans
2025-08-22

Life Electric Vehicles Holdings, Inc. (OTC:LFEV) Announces August 26 Webinar to Discuss Company Vision, U.S.-Based FTZ Manufacturing, and Strategic Growth Plans

Webinar to Outline Path to Fully Reporting Public Company and Expansion of U.S. FTZ-Based Manufacturing

Bitcoin Investor With a $10M Portfolio Was Asked Which Coin He'd Buy to Rebuild His Wealth Fast if He Lost It All, Here's His Pick
2025-08-22

Bitcoin Investor With a $10M Portfolio Was Asked Which Coin He'd Buy to Rebuild His Wealth Fast if He Lost It All, Here's His Pick

Little Pepe Meme Coin surges in Crypto, leveraging Blockchain tech for fast growth. Bitcoin investors eye LILPEPE’s high-potential presale.

I'd never heard of the 'Venice of Poland' before I visited. Now, it's the one European city I recommend to everyone
2025-08-22

I'd never heard of the 'Venice of Poland' before I visited. Now, it's the one European city I recommend to everyone

caption TKNicole Harris BocianskiBefore I added it to our European road trip itinerary, I didn't even know Wroclaw, Poland, existed.I fell in love with the charming town square, gorgeous waterways, and delicious food.It felt quieter than other European cities we've visited, and I can't wait to...

How Millennials Wore Heels All Night at the Club: 'If You Know You Know'
2025-08-22

How Millennials Wore Heels All Night at the Club: 'If You Know You Know'

Voice is AI-generated. Inconsistencies may occur.As younger generations favor flat shoes and sneakers for going out, it has left them wondering how millennials (people born between 1981 and 1996) ever used to cope wearing high heels in the club all night. Fortunately for them, Andrea Farrington...

Top 5 Worst Financial Advice From Millionaires
2025-08-22

Top 5 Worst Financial Advice From Millionaires

According to the most recent research report from the CFP Board, 57% of Americans admitted to making regrettable financial decisions based on misleading information online. While social media can be filled with insightful and helpful financial advice, there are many millionaires giving awful...

Nvidia Stock Pauses Ahead Of Key Earnings Report; Will Results From Veeva Systems Impress Again?
2025-08-22

Nvidia Stock Pauses Ahead Of Key Earnings Report; Will Results From Veeva Systems Impress Again?

The stock market rally has come under some selling pressure as second-quarter earnings season winds down. But several top-rated growth stocks remain on the earnings calendar, including Nvidia (NVDA). The chipmaker pared a sharp loss Wednesday after a 3.5% drop Tuesday and remains in a strong...

Fed's Powell hints at possible September rate cut in his biggest speech of the year
2025-08-22

Fed's Powell hints at possible September rate cut in his biggest speech of the year

Jerome Powell gave the keynote address in Jackson Hole.Chip Somodevilla/Getty ImagesJerome Powell's Jackson Hole speech hinted at a possible change in Fed monetary policy.Powell's remarks highlight the Fed's challenge balancing inflation and labor market stability.Trump is pressuring Powell...

Interpol bags 1,209 suspects, $97M in cybercrime operation focused on Africa
2025-08-22

Interpol bags 1,209 suspects, $97M in cybercrime operation focused on Africa

Crypto mines, BEC scams, fake passports, and a $300M fraud empire allegedly brought down during Serengeti 2.0Interpol's latest clampdown on cybercrime resulted in 1,209 arrests across the African continent, from ransomware crooks to business email compromise (BEC) scammers, the agency says....

BJ's Wholesale Club Q2 FY2025 Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-22

BJ's Wholesale Club Q2 FY2025 Earnings Call Transcript

BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:BJ) reported its second-quarter financial results before Friday’s opening bell. Below are the transcripts from the Q2 earnings call.This transcript is brought to you by Benzinga APIs. For real-time access to our entire catalog, please visit...

What Is New Target CEO's View on DEI? What We Know
2025-08-22

What Is New Target CEO's View on DEI? What We Know

Voice is AI-generated. Inconsistencies may occur.Target's new CEO, Michael Fiddelke, is stepping into leadership amid scrutiny over the company's direction on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).While Fiddelke has not directly addressed DEI in recent public remarks, his ascension follows a...

Jerome Powell signals potential rate cut in speech highlighting precarious job market
2025-08-22

Jerome Powell signals potential rate cut in speech highlighting precarious job market

President Donald Trump has sought to terminate Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, potentially setting up another constitutional fight if Powell refuses to go.

Walmart is selling the 'softest' $100 sheet set for only $25
2025-08-22

Walmart is selling the 'softest' $100 sheet set for only $25

TheStreet aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.Why we love this dealThe last thing you want to do after a long day is to crawl into a bed with uncomfortable sheets. Whether they trap heat or have a scratchy feel,...

US said not to be seeking equity in TSMC, Micron
2025-08-22

US said not to be seeking equity in TSMC, Micron

United States President Donald Trump's administration won't be seeking equity stakes in major semiconductor companies that are increasing their US investments, the Wall Street Journal reported...

Florida ordered to undo Alligator Alcatraz due to environmental risks
2025-08-22

Florida ordered to undo Alligator Alcatraz due to environmental risks

A federal judge in a ruling Thursday night prohibited state and federal officials from bringing new detainees to Alligator Alcatraz, the hastily built immigration detention site in the Everglades.The ruling also demanded the state begin dismantling elements of the facility — including temporary...

CFPB Sues Synapse, Seeking to Compensate Victims From Civil Penalty Fund
2025-08-22

CFPB Sues Synapse, Seeking to Compensate Victims From Civil Penalty Fund

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) aims to provide compensation from its Civil Penalty Fund to consumers harmed by the actions of the now-bankrupt banking-as-a-service (BaaS) provider Synapse Financial Technologies. The CFPB sued Synapse on Thursday (Aug. 21) and submitted a...

Crypto Exchange Gemini Says MiCA License Opens ‘Vastly Larger Market’
2025-08-22

Crypto Exchange Gemini Says MiCA License Opens ‘Vastly Larger Market’

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini plans to continue growing in Europe after receiving a Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) license from the Malta Financial Services Authority. “Receiving this approval marks a critical milestone in our regulated European expansion, as it will allow us to offer...

Another executive departs Apple for Meta even as a hiring freeze begins
2025-08-22

Another executive departs Apple for Meta even as a hiring freeze begins

Cloud AI infrastructure lead Frank Chu is the sixth Apple executive to leave for Meta, but may be one of the last as Meta stops hiring for its AI teams.Another executive departs Apple for MetaThe so-called AI brain drain has seen executives depart Apple for incredible pay packages at Meta since June. There's no word about how these departures actually impact Apple or its AI plans and teams, but they exist.According to a report from Bloomberg, Frank Chu is the latest to leave Apple for Meta. He was the lead for AI teams focused on cloud infrastructure, training, and search. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Who Is Lawfully Exercising the Powers of the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey?
2025-08-22

Who Is Lawfully Exercising the Powers of the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey?

Today a federal district court (Judge Brann) ruled that Alina Habba is not lawfully acting as the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey. But, remarkably, the district court failed to explain who instead lawfully holds the power of the U.S. Attorney for that district. The district court...

Erik Menendez denied parole in California
2025-08-22

Erik Menendez denied parole in California

Officials in California have denied parole to Erik Menendez, saying that he continues "to pose an unreasonable risk to public safety." He will be able to seek parole again in three years.

Jensen Huang says Nvidia is in talks with Beijing over H20 chip security
2025-08-22

Jensen Huang says Nvidia is in talks with Beijing over H20 chip security

TAIPEI -- Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the U.S. chipmaker is in discussions with the Chinese government over Beijing's concerns about alleged security risks regarding the H20 chip and is hopeful that it will be able to resolve the issue.CEO says China's concerns were unexpected but US chipmaker...

Jensen Huang Hints At A 'New Brain' And A Monday Reveal: What's Nvidia Got In Store For This Robot?
2025-08-22

Jensen Huang Hints At A 'New Brain' And A Monday Reveal: What's Nvidia Got In Store For This Robot?

On Thursday, Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang teased a major robotics announcement, playfully framing it as the gift of a "new brain" for robots, with details set to be revealed on Aug. 25.Huang's Playful Tease Of A ‘New Brain'Nvidia Robotics posted a video on X, formerly...

LETTER: Mistake brings hefty penalty at Colwood parking lot
2025-08-22

LETTER: Mistake brings hefty penalty at Colwood parking lot

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These Are The US Cities With The Most DUIs
2025-08-22

These Are The US Cities With The Most DUIs

These Are The US Cities With The Most DUIs Driving under the influence of alcohol remains a serious public safety issue across the United States. According to the NHTSA, 34 people across the country die every day from drunk-driving crashes.In this visualization, Visual Capitalist's Marcus Lu...

Jensen Haung says Nvidia is in talks with Beijing over H20 chip security
2025-08-22

Jensen Haung says Nvidia is in talks with Beijing over H20 chip security

TAIPEI -- Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the U.S. chipmaker is in discussions with the Chinese government over Beijing's concerns about alleged security risks regarding the H20 chip and is hopeful that it will be able to resolve the issue.CEO says China's concerns were unexpected but US chipmaker...

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Solana Slide Ahead Of Jerome Powell's Jackson Hole Speech: Large Investors Buying The BTC Dip, Says Analytics Platform
2025-08-22

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Solana Slide Ahead Of Jerome Powell's Jackson Hole Speech: Large Investors Buying The BTC Dip, Says Analytics Platform

Leading cryptocurrencies fell on Thursday as investors took caution ahead of Federal Reserve Jerome Powell’s address.CryptocurrencyGains +/-Price (Recorded at 9:20 p.m. ET)Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC)-1.28%$112,581.25Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) -1.42%$4,240.92XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) -2.83%$2.85Solana...

'South Park' mocks tech bros, Tim Cook, and ChatGPT
2025-08-22

'South Park' mocks tech bros, Tim Cook, and ChatGPT

Season 27, episode 3, of South Park features the show's patriarch, Randy Marsh, taking ketamine, referencing the drugs popularity among some Silicon Valley elites.Courtesy Paramount"South Park" on Wednesday aired an episode packed with nods to current tech events.The episode satirized ChatGPT...

Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe - everything we know
2025-08-21

Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe - everything we know

There's a lot to learn about Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe, but we've pulled together everything there is to know so far.

Behind Bumo: The On-Demand Childcare App That Just Got $10 Million In Funding
2025-08-21

Behind Bumo: The On-Demand Childcare App That Just Got $10 Million In Funding

One of the first things Joan Nguyen did when she found out she was pregnant was get on the waitlist for a childcare facility."I didn't even know when she was due," Nguyen told CNBC. "That was just the way child care was done. You either got a nanny, [where] you interview people and you have to go through agency, or you entered into child care and put your child down on a waitlist."Any parent can tell you that those waitlists can be incredibly long. Finding a place that's nearby, within budget, and that offers the specific type and level of care you're looking for can be akin to finding a needle in a haystack. If you've found that needle, chances are dozens of other parents, or parents-to-be, have as well. Don't Miss:The same firms that backed Uber, Venmo and eBay are investing in this pre-IPO company disrupting a $1.8T market — and you can too at just $2.90/share.The ECG Hasn't Changed in 100 Years — This AI Upgrade Could Help Detect Heart Disease Years EarlierDespite her early efforts, Nguyen told the website that she ended ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

Beyond CEO says company will not open, operate retail stores in California
2025-08-21

Beyond CEO says company will not open, operate retail stores in California

In this article:Beyond (BYON) has issued a statement from Marcus Lemonis, Executive Chairman of Bed Bath & Beyond: “We will not open or operate retail stores in California. This decision isn’t about politics – it’s about reality. California has created one of the most overregulated, expensive,...

Wia Gold secures $19m commitments via placement for Namibian gold project
2025-08-21

Wia Gold secures $19m commitments via placement for Namibian gold project

Gold-focused exploration company Wia Gold has secured binding commitments to raise A$30m ($19.4m) through a share placement with existing, sophisticated and institutional investors.The funding will primarily support resource development, exploration activities, ongoing project studies, test work,...

Walmart raises guidance despite EPS miss, tariffs weighing
2025-08-21

Walmart raises guidance despite EPS miss, tariffs weighing

In this article:Walmart still managed to sprint past nearly everyone else despite profits falling this quarter and a rare miss on earnings-per-share, snapping a 12-quarter winning streak. But revenue rose, guidance climbed, and the retail giant once again reminded Wall Street that it’s better at...

Russia and China Give Iran Nuclear Deal Boost
2025-08-21

Russia and China Give Iran Nuclear Deal Boost

Voice is AI-generated. Inconsistencies may occur.Russia and China are siding with Iran against European threats to reinstate sanctions against Tehran under a United Nations Security Council resolution—a step the U.K., Germany and France have warned that they may take if nuclear talks fail before...

Here’s what Wall Street experts are saying about Walmart ahead of earnings
2025-08-21

Here’s what Wall Street experts are saying about Walmart ahead of earnings

In this article:Walmart (WMT) is scheduled to report results of its second quarter before the market open on Thursday, August 21, with a conference call scheduled for 8:00 am EDT. What to watch for:GUIDANCE: After delivering what the company called a “solid” first quarter, Walmart backed its...

2025-08-21

Hollow Knight Silksong Gamescom Trailer Teases Massive Crafting Changes and Brutal Bosses - Beebom

Hollow Knight Silksong Gamescom Trailer Teases Massive Crafting Changes and Brutal Bosses BeebomWhy ‘Silksong’ Took Seven Years to Make Bloomberg.comAt Long Last, Hollow Knight: Silksong Has a Release Date IGNSurprise, Hollow Knight Silksong devs are already working on DLC Polygon'Hollow Knight: Silksong' finally releasing in September Yahoo News Canada

Fed’s Bostic Still Sees One 2025 Rate Cut But Watching Labor
2025-08-21

Fed’s Bostic Still Sees One 2025 Rate Cut But Watching Labor

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta President Raphael Bostic said he still sees just one interest-rate cut as appropriate for this year, but added the labor-market trajectory is “potentially troubling” and bears watching.“That’s kind of still where I am,” Bostic said Thursday during an event...

Millions of Americans Told to Stay Out of Water: 'Life-Threatening'
2025-08-21

Millions of Americans Told to Stay Out of Water: 'Life-Threatening'

Voice is AI-generated. Inconsistencies may occur.Millions of Americans have been advised to stay out of the water amid concerns over life-threatening sea and lake conditions as Hurricane Erin moves northwards in the western Atlantic Ocean.The National Weather Service (NWS) issued beach hazard...

Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Blackstone Stock In The Last 15 Years
2025-08-21

Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Blackstone Stock In The Last 15 Years

Blackstone BX has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 7.64% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 20.28%. Currently, Blackstone has a market capitalization of $128.24 billion.Buying $1000 In BX: If an investor had bought $1000 of BX stock 15 years ago, it...

How to Instantly Dub Reels with Meta AI Voice Translation: Quick Guide
2025-08-21

How to Instantly Dub Reels with Meta AI Voice Translation: Quick Guide

Learn how to dub Reels instantly with Meta AI’s voice translation. Use AI voice translation to convert English to Spanish with lip-sync for global reach in 2025!

Huawei names Kirin 9020 in Pura 80, ending years of silence on flagship chips
2025-08-21

Huawei names Kirin 9020 in Pura 80, ending years of silence on flagship chips

Huawei has officially acknowledged the Kirin 9020 powering its new Pura 80 phones, the company’s first open confirmation of a high-end chip in nearly five years.

Bitcoin and ether ETFs debut in Hong Kong after unveiling of stablecoin rules
2025-08-21

Bitcoin and ether ETFs debut in Hong Kong after unveiling of stablecoin rules

Two spot bitcoin and ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) debuted in Hong Kong on Thursday, with early trading volumes pointing to cautious investor appetite, in contrast with the market euphoria that followed the city’s unveiling of new stablecoin rules.The ETFs, launched by Hong Kong-based...

Brazil Police Accuse Bolsonaro And Son Of Obstructing Coup Trial
2025-08-21

Brazil Police Accuse Bolsonaro And Son Of Obstructing Coup Trial

Brazilian police called Wednesday for former president Jair Bolsonaro and his son Eduardo to be charged with obstruction of justice for attempting to interfere with the ex-leader's trial over plotting an attempted coup.

Amazon is selling $50 wireless earbuds for $26, which shoppers prefer 'over Beats'
2025-08-21

Amazon is selling $50 wireless earbuds for $26, which shoppers prefer 'over Beats'

TheStreet aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.Why we love this dealDespite popular belief, you don't need to spend big bucks on a brand name like Beats or Apple if you want a dependable pair of wireless...

Frank Caprio, Rhode Island judge who drew a huge online audience with his compassion, dies at age 88
2025-08-21

Frank Caprio, Rhode Island judge who drew a huge online audience with his compassion, dies at age 88

Frank Caprio, Rhode Island judge who drew a huge online audience with his compassion, dies at age 88Frank Caprio, Rhode Island judge who drew a huge online audience with his compassion, dies at age 88PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Frank Caprio, a retired municipal judge in Rhode Island who found online...

FTC Sues LA Fitness Over Gym Cancellation Tactics
2025-08-21

FTC Sues LA Fitness Over Gym Cancellation Tactics

Fitness International, the operator of LA Fitness and other gym chains, said Wednesday (Aug. 20) that it will defend its practices in court after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sued the company and alleged that it makes it “exceedingly difficult” to cancel memberships. [contact-form-7] ...

Asia trades mixed after Australian, Japanese data
2025-08-21

Asia trades mixed after Australian, Japanese data

Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed on Thursday after S&P Global published reports that showed that Australia's business activity grew and Japan's composite PMI rose to 51.9 in August.South Korea's ...

Nubank Appoints FinTech Veteran Armando Herrera to Lead Mexican Operation
2025-08-21

Nubank Appoints FinTech Veteran Armando Herrera to Lead Mexican Operation

Nubank has appointed FinTech veteran Armando Herrera to lead its Mexican operation, Nu Mexico, as CEO, effective Sept. 2. [contact-form-7] Herrera succeeds Iván Canales, who is on parental leave and will remain a contributor to Nu Mexico, the digital financial services platform said in a...

Intel Stock Plunges Nearly 7% As It Seeks Billions More Post-SoftBank Deal While Trump Administration Considers Stake
2025-08-21

Intel Stock Plunges Nearly 7% As It Seeks Billions More Post-SoftBank Deal While Trump Administration Considers Stake

Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC) shares tumbled on Wednesday as the struggling chipmaker reportedly searches for more investors after a $2 billion capital injection from SoftBank Group (OTC:SFTBF) (OTC:SFTBY), while the Donald Trump administration considers taking a direct stake in the...

2025-08-21

Shaping The Future Of Tech: Amar Infotech Expands Global Reach In Cloud, AI, Iot, And Traveltech

(MENAFN - EIN Presswire)PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2025 /EINPresswire / -- Amar InfoTech, a global leader in digital transformation company , has announced a new wave of global ...

2025-08-21

BPMG Secures Chaingpt Grant To Advance AI & Web3 Social Platform Innovation

(MENAFN - EIN Presswire)BPMG with CHAINGPTBPMG wins ChainGPT grant to boost Poplus, an AI-Web3 social platform, and expand blockchain and stablecoin projects worldwide.SEOUL, SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA, ...

Watch this humanoid robot nail complex tasks and think on the fly
2025-08-21

Watch this humanoid robot nail complex tasks and think on the fly

Boston Dynamics' impressive Atlas robot looks ready for the workplace.

Lee pledges 3-step plan to denuclearize N. Korea
2025-08-21

Lee pledges 3-step plan to denuclearize N. Korea

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung told Japan's Yomiuri Shimbun he intends to implement a three-phase strategy to eliminate North Korea's nuclear capabilities, beginning with a halt to its n...

2025-08-21

CNBC Daily Open: The U.S. tech-sell off extends to its second day — but don't let it ruin your summer

For the second day in a row, tech stocks dragged markets lower Juggernauts such as Apple, Amazon and Alphabet were more meh-nificent than magnificent.

'Proud of myself': Milton man savors chance to be at front of line for WA's first In-N-Out
2025-08-21

'Proud of myself': Milton man savors chance to be at front of line for WA's first In-N-Out

RIDGEFIELD, Wash. — A man from the western Washington area arrived roughly 14 hours before the opening to ensure he was first in line at the opening of the state's first In-N-Out Burger location.Kevin told KING 5 sister station KGW that he pulled into the parking lot of the new location in...

CVS Caremark ordered to pay $290M after Medicare fraud scheme exposed by former Aetna whistleblower
2025-08-21

CVS Caremark ordered to pay $290M after Medicare fraud scheme exposed by former Aetna whistleblower

A federal judge has ordered CVS Health’s pharmacy benefit manager, Caremark, to pay nearly $290 million after a whistleblower accused the business of overcharging Medicare on prescription drugs more than a decade ago.Sarah Behnke, a former Aetna actuary, alleged Caremark defrauded Medicare Part D...

Duty exemptions for low-value imports face review amid exploitation
2025-08-21

Duty exemptions for low-value imports face review amid exploitation

An expert panel at the government's Tax Commission has noted that overseas sellers of inexpensive goods effectively exploit tax exemption systems for small-ticket item imports.

West Virginia sticks with fiber for BEAD
2025-08-20

West Virginia sticks with fiber for BEAD

The third state to release its final proposal for BEAD, West Virginia's revised program will still award 99% of its broadband deployment funding for fiber networks.

Fallout 5 - everything we know so far
2025-08-20

Fallout 5 - everything we know so far

Fallout 5 is officially in development, though we likely won't be seeing it for a long time. Here's what we know so far.

Crypto groups accuse banks of attempting to ‘relitigate’ stablecoin law
2025-08-20

Crypto groups accuse banks of attempting to ‘relitigate’ stablecoin law

Two prominent crypto groups are accusing banks of attempting to “relitigate” issues within the stablecoin bill that President Trump signed into law last month. The Crypto Council for Innovation (CCI) and Blockchain Association argued in a letter to leaders of the Senate Banking Committee on Tuesday that they should reject the push by banks to...

Genshin Impact joins the flood of Gamescom news with character reveal and offline experience
2025-08-20

Genshin Impact joins the flood of Gamescom news with character reveal and offline experience

If you're lucky enough to be attending the Gamescom conference in Cologne, or watched Opening Night Live yesterday, then you'll already be aware that Genshin Impact has had a major influence. A brand-new trailer teasing their latest character and a new offline experience has Genshin Impact making a major impact (sorry) on attendees.The latest character, in this case, is none other than Flins. This major new addition is set to debut in the next annual expansion. A lantern-wielding warrior, Flins has quite the dour look about him, but this brooding menace looks to be more than capable of laying waste to all manner of enemies. ... [MORE]

2025-08-20

Nvidia, Bill Gates-backed robotics startup Field AI hits $2 billion valuation after recent raise

Robotics startup Field AI has closed two funding rounds, with investments from Nvidia's venture capital arm and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' family office.

Top cheap internet providers in Miami, FL: Compare plans and prices in 2025
2025-08-20

Top cheap internet providers in Miami, FL: Compare plans and prices in 2025

Looking for affordable internet in Miami, FL? Compare AT&T, Xfinity, Breezeline, Verizon 5G, T-Mobile and Hughesnet.

How Social Security is impacted by changes to the workforce
2025-08-20

How Social Security is impacted by changes to the workforce

For much of the 20th century, the American retirement system relied on what economists call the three-legged stool: Social ...

Why Russia Will Own and Operate Turkey’s First Nuclear Plant
2025-08-20

Why Russia Will Own and Operate Turkey’s First Nuclear Plant

Russia is financing, building, and operating Turkey's first nuclear plant—a $25 billion project. The Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant is ...

Inside The $85M Theater Renovation Bringing Free Shakespeare In The Park Back To New York City
2025-08-20

Inside The $85M Theater Renovation Bringing Free Shakespeare In The Park Back To New York City

After a two-year closure and a comprehensive $85 million renovation, the Delacorte Theater in Central Park will officially reopen ...

Fed Cut Likely But Markets 'Getting Ahead of Themselves', Fleming Says
2025-08-20

Fed Cut Likely But Markets 'Getting Ahead of Themselves', Fleming Says

A Fed cut is looking more and more likely as US unemployment is beginning to tick up says Greg Fleming, President and CEO of ...

'Terrible sign' for GOP: Joe reacts to Stefanik being booed offstage
2025-08-20

'Terrible sign' for GOP: Joe reacts to Stefanik being booed offstage

Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., was loudly booed during an event in her home district honoring a late local politician. On Morning Joe ...

AI Industry Trembles as Nvidia's Stock Nosedives
2025-08-20

AI Industry Trembles as Nvidia's Stock Nosedives

Shares of AI chipmaker Nvidia plunged on Wednesday, dropping by over two percent in early trading. A major tech selloff caused major players in the AI industry to lose out big. Nvidia, in particular, bore the full brunt of the quavering, sliding 3.5 percent on Tuesday. AI software company Palantir's stock also didn't get by unscathed, slumping by over nine percent the same day. Analysts were left perplexed by the selloff, looking for specific causes. Could muted enthusiasm and AI data center Coreweave's 38 percent collapse post Q2 earnings be coming after the AI industry's top performers? Nvidia's shares fell [...]

How to watch the ‘Made by Google’ Pixel 10 launch event
2025-08-20

How to watch the ‘Made by Google’ Pixel 10 launch event

Google’s long-awaited ‘Made by Google’ event is scheduled for today, Wednesday, August 20. The event starts at 1pm ET/ 10am PT. While we already know a lot the upcoming event, including the launch of the Pixel 10, Google likes to drop surprises during its keynotes. If you want to stay in the loop regarding what [...]

Trump wants Fed's Lisa Cook out over mortgage fraud claims
2025-08-20

Trump wants Fed's Lisa Cook out over mortgage fraud claims

President Donald Trump on Wednesday morning demanded the resignation of Federal Reserve official Lisa Cook in his latest attack against the central bank.The call for Cook's resignation came less than a day after Federal Housing Finance Agency director Bill Pulte disclosed an Aug. 15 letter sent...

United Airlines Ventures Bets On Supersonic Future With Astro Mechanica As Rivals Push Into Air Taxis
2025-08-20

United Airlines Ventures Bets On Supersonic Future With Astro Mechanica As Rivals Push Into Air Taxis

United Airlines Ventures (UAV), the venture capital arm of United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:UAL), has invested in aerospace startup Astro Mechanica to support development of its adaptive propulsion engine for supersonic aircraft. The technology is designed to improve fuel efficiency, one of...

Amazon is selling a 'comfortable' 3-piece patio set with rocking chairs for only $80
2025-08-20

Amazon is selling a 'comfortable' 3-piece patio set with rocking chairs for only $80

TheStreet aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.Why we love this dealCreating a cozy outdoor spot where you can sip coffee in the mornings or unwind with a glass of wine after a long day means finding patio...

What SoftBank, Government Investments Could Mean for Intel's Business—and Stock
2025-08-20

What SoftBank, Government Investments Could Mean for Intel's Business—and Stock

Key Takeaways- Intel on Monday said Japanese investment giant SoftBank had agreed to buy $2 billion of the chipmaker's stock, boosting hope on Wall Street that the Trump administration and allies will throw the beleaguered chipmaker a lifeline.- Tech analyst Patrick Moorhead said the SoftBank...

China, India Agree To Coordinate On Trade Even As US Blasts 'Global Clearinghouse For Russian Oil'
2025-08-20

China, India Agree To Coordinate On Trade Even As US Blasts 'Global Clearinghouse For Russian Oil'

China, India Agree To Coordinate On Trade Even As US Blasts 'Global Clearinghouse For Russian Oil' After years of ratcheting tensions between nuclear-armed rivals China and India, which actually came to literal blows along their disputed Himalayan border over the last several years - including...

Hong Kong stocks fall for fifth day on tariff fears, Wall Street sell-off
2025-08-20

Hong Kong stocks fall for fifth day on tariff fears, Wall Street sell-off

Hong Kong stocks fell for a fifth straight session on Wednesday, tracking an overnight sell-off on Wall Street and lingering concerns that tariffs on China will stay in place after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggested no imminent change.The Hang Seng Index declined 0.4 per cent to...

Japan's July exports clock steepest plunge in over four years, dropping by a more than expected 2.6%
2025-08-20

Japan's July exports clock steepest plunge in over four years, dropping by a more than expected 2.6%

Japan's exports plunged 2.6% in July from a year earlier, their steepest drop since February 2021, as shipments to its two largest markets — the United States and China — declined.The fall was sharper than the 2.1% contraction forecast in a Reuters poll and compared with a 0.5% decline in...

Asia mixed after China keeps rates steady
2025-08-20

Asia mixed after China keeps rates steady

Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed on Wednesday, after China's central bank opted to keep its key interest rates steady. Earlier, data from Japan's Finance Ministry showed that the country'...

Judge Dismisses Part Of Alligator Alcatraz Lawsuit
2025-08-20

Judge Dismisses Part Of Alligator Alcatraz Lawsuit

Judge Dismisses Part Of Alligator Alcatraz Lawsuit A federal judge has issued a split ruling in a lawsuit over the "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center located in the Florida Everglades - ruling that Detainees' claims that they lacked access to immigration courts were moot after the...

Pop Mart shares fall after Labubu-maker posts near-400% profit surge
2025-08-20

Pop Mart shares fall after Labubu-maker posts near-400% profit surge

Shares in Chinese toymaker Pop Mart fell Wednesday, a day after the company posted a near-400% surge in net profit, driven by booming global demand for its Labubu dolls.Pop Mart's revenue jumped 204.4% year on year to 13.88 billion yuan ($1.93 billion), and its net profit attributable to...

Bangladesh garment makers gain orders on new US tariff
2025-08-20

Bangladesh garment makers gain orders on new US tariff

DHAKA -- With Bangladesh having secured a lower or equal U.S. tariff rate to its competitors, the country's garment makers are now reporting increases in orders of as much as 15% amid a reconfiguration of regional supply chains.Buyers shift from India and China, but risk of higher retail prices...

Ark Invest buys $21 million in Bullish and $16 million in Robinhood as crypto stocks tumble
2025-08-20

Ark Invest buys $21 million in Bullish and $16 million in Robinhood as crypto stocks tumble

Crypto-related stocks tumbled across the board on Tuesday, with Bullish dropping 6.1% and Robinhood losing 6.5%.

Washington eyeing government stakes in chipmakers given CHIPS Act funds: sources
2025-08-20

Washington eyeing government stakes in chipmakers given CHIPS Act funds: sources

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is said to be exploring how the U.S. can receive equity stakes in firms such as Micron, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. and Samsung.

FDA warns against eating certain shrimp sold at Walmart amid investigation into radioactive contamination
2025-08-20

FDA warns against eating certain shrimp sold at Walmart amid investigation into radioactive contamination

The US Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday urged the public not to eat certain bags of frozen raw shrimp sold at Walmart, citing concerns about unsanitary conditions and radioactive contamination found in shipments from the same supplier.The FDA said that a radioactive isotope, cesium-137,...

2025-08-20

China’s Record-Breaking ‘Black Myth: Wukong’ Game Gets a Sequel - Bloomberg.com

China’s Record-Breaking ‘Black Myth: Wukong’ Game Gets a Sequel Bloomberg.comBlack Myth: Wukong Developer Game Science Announces Sequel, Black Myth: Zhong Kui IGNNew Black Myth game announced by Game Science, following Wukong success Eurogamer‘Black Myth: Wukong’ Sequel ‘Zhong Kui’ Set From Developer Game Science Yahoo News CanadaBlack Myth: Wukong developers reveal new RPG at Gamescom Polygon

Are Indian Motorcycles Still Made In America?
2025-08-20

Are Indian Motorcycles Still Made In America?

Indian Motorcycles is the original all-American motorcycle brand, but does the storied manufacturer still make its bikes in America or has it moved?