A tragic incident unfolded off the coast of Sicily when the British-flagged luxury yacht “Bayesian” sank after being hit by a violent storm. Among the 22 people on board, six individuals, including British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch and his daughter, were reported missing. The search operation by rescue teams was immediately launched to locate the
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The tension in the Middle East has led to international airlines taking precautionary measures to ensure the safety of their passengers and crew. These airlines have either suspended flights to the region altogether or have adjusted their flight paths to avoid affected air space. The following is a list of some of the major airlines
In midday trading, Advanced Micro Devices saw a more than 2% increase in its stock price following the announcement of its plans to acquire server builder ZT Systems in a deal worth $4.9 billion. This move shows the company’s commitment to expanding its presence in the tech industry. Conversely, HP experienced a decline of over
Recently, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a series of laws aimed at addressing the escalating issue of retail crime in the state. These laws target various aspects of retail theft, including shoplifting, theft from vehicles, organized theft, and the resale of stolen goods online. The new legislative package comes as a response to mounting pressure
After a strong performance last week, global equities are experiencing a slight pause as Asian stocks take a breather on Monday. The anticipation of interest rate cuts in the U.S. economy has provided a sense of relief, with expectations that this move will help dodge a recession and address cooling inflation concerns. Central Bankers Hint
The freight rail network in Canada is currently facing a major threat as the country’s two largest railroad operators, Canadian National Railway (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC), have issued lockout notices to the Teamsters union representing nearly 10,000 workers. If last-minute deals are not reached, both CN and CPKC plan to lock out
As market volatility continues to make investors uneasy, exploring alternative strategies to protect investments becomes crucial. CEO of Innovator ETFs, Bruce Bond, suggests that buffer exchange-traded funds present an opportunity to shield against the market’s downward trends. These buffer ETFs cater to individuals seeking market exposure while mitigating risks associated with it. The buffer ETFs
Top Wall Street analysts are recommending project management software provider Monday.com as a top pick for investors looking for stocks with attractive long-term growth potential. The company’s second-quarter results exceeded expectations and it raised its full-year outlook, driven by strong demand from major customers. Notably, the number of paid customers with more than $100,000 in
The stock market experienced a day of mixed gains and losses as investors analyzed the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data. While the S&P 500 managed to edge higher, closing with a modest gain of 0.38%, the day started with optimism due to the headline July CPI figure coming in slightly below expectations. This marked
The latest installment in the Alien franchise, titled Alien: Romulus, has exceeded expectations by raking in a massive $100M in its worldwide opening weekend. This impressive figure has surpassed pre-weekend projections, indicating the movie’s strong performance at the international box office, particularly in China. Director Fede Alvarez’s sci-fi horror has resonated well with audiences globally,
SpaceX is gearing up for an exciting new mission, Polaris Dawn, which is set to launch at the end of the month. This mission, part of billionaire Jared Isaacman’s Polaris Program, will mark the first attempt at a spacewalk by a private venture. The crew, led by Isaacman himself, will include long-time colleague Scott Poteet,
The advancement in technology has led to a new era where tracking brainwaves and capturing neural data are becoming a reality. This raises a critical question – what is a thought and how can it be measured and commodified? Recently, Colorado passed a groundbreaking privacy act aimed at protecting the rights of individuals in the
The recent ruling by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco has left many questioning the implications for children’s online safety and free speech rights. The injunction blocking the California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, which was intended to shield children from harmful online content, has been the subject of much debate. The
The recent fluctuations in U.S. Treasury yields have been driven by a series of economic data releases, leading investors to reassess the likelihood of a rate cut by the Federal Reserve. After a period of heightened uncertainty sparked by concerns of an impending recession, positive indicators such as healthy retail sales data and lower inflation