You May Lose Access to Your Netflix Account if You’re Paying Through Apple
In a recent move, Netflix has advised its customers who pay for their streaming subscription through Apple's App Store to switch their payment method to avoid potential disruptions in service.
Japan Approves Plan to Open its First Casino
Japanese officials have approved controversial plans to build the country's first gambling resort.The complex will open in the western city of Osaka in 2029. Casinos have long been illegal in
NEOM Unveils Gidori: A Luxury Golf Community Along the Gulf of Aqaba
NEOM, the visionary regional development project in northwest Saudi Arabia, has introduced Gidori, an extraordinary private golf community nestled amidst the picturesque coastal hills of the Gulf of Aqaba, setting
Elon Musk Puts Twitter Deal on Hold Over Fake Account Details
Elon Musk has said his $44bn (£35bn) deal to buy Twitter is on hold after he queried the number of fake or spam accounts on the social media platform.He said
Collapsed London Pizza Chain Mamma Dough Bought Out, Saving 47 Jobs, But Two Restaurants Will Close
Administrators have sold collapsed South London pizza chain Mamma Dough, saving 47 jobs, but two of its restaurants will close. Mamma Dough entered administration just before Christmas, blaming “soaring cost
US Inflation Hit 8.3%, But Slowed From Last Month’s High
The US consumer price index (CPI), a broad-based measure of prices for goods and services, was released on Wednesday, showing that prices rose 8.3% in April.Officials hope soaring inflation might
Shell and Partners Accused of Diverting $1 Billion Insurance Claim for Bonga Oil Spill Victims
The Oil Spill Victims Vanguard (OSPIVV) has raised serious allegations against Shell Trading and Shipping Company Limited (STATSCO) and its partners for allegedly diverting a $1 billion insurance indemnity meant
Samsung’s AI Boom Sparks Fight Over Worker Bonuses
The global artificial intelligence boom has transformed Samsung Electronics into one of the world’s most valuable technology companies. Surging demand for semiconductors used in AI systems has pushed the South
EU Accuses Elon Musk’s X of Misleading Users
Brussels Targets X for Breach of Transparency and Data Access Rules European regulators have formally accused Elon Musk’s social media platform X of violating the European Union's Digital Services Act
Meta Ramps Up AI Hiring Spree in Race Toward Artificial Superintelligence
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is pouring billions into building what he hopes will be the world’s first artificial superintelligence (ASI) - a form of AI more capable than humans at
Yelp Sues Google, Accuses Tech Giant of Search Engine Monopoly
Yelp has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Google, accusing the search engine giant of abusing its market dominance to stifle competition in local search and advertising. The lawsuit, filed on
Meta to Cut 5% of Workforce in Performance-Based Layoffs
Meta has announced plans to reduce its workforce by approximately 5%, targeting what it describes as "low performers." The move, which could affect around 3,600 employees based on Meta's 72,000-strong
Amazon Set to Begin New Round of Layoffs Affecting More Than 18,000 People
Amazon is expected to begin a fresh round of job cuts in what looks poised to become the largest workforce cuts in its 28-year history as reported on CNBC. Earlier
Uber and Lyft Plan UK Trials of Chinese Robotaxis in 2026
Ride-hailing firms Uber and Lyft have announced plans to trial autonomous taxis developed by Chinese technology company Baidu on UK roads from 2026, pending regulatory approval. Both companies said they
PepsiCo Revives Fan-Favourite MTN Dew Baja Blast, Celebrating 20 Years of Flavourful Nostalgia
PepsiCo is set to delight soda enthusiasts by resurrecting the beloved MTN Dew Baja Blast, marking the iconic flavour's 20th anniversary. The tropical-lime concoction has cultivated a dedicated fan base
Florence Nightingale’s Hair Sells for Over £3,500 at Auction
A lock of Florence Nightingale's hair has sold for £3,606 at an auction in North Yorkshire, surpassing its expected value of £2,000 to £3,000. The hair, confirmed to belong to
iOS 17 Release: See What’s New in iPhone Features
Apple enthusiasts, get ready to elevate your iPhone experience with the highly anticipated iOS 17. This week marks the official release of Apple's latest operating system, promising a plethora of
WeightWatchers Files for Bankruptcy
WW International, formerly known as WeightWatchers, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as the 62-year-old weight management company struggles to adapt to the modern landscape of weight loss and wellness.
Amazon Fires Alabama Warehouse Worker Who Led Union Push
An Amazon worker who played a prominent role in organizing an unsuccessful unionization effort at a warehouse in Alabama has been fired by the company. Jennifer Bates, known for testifying
Nvidia and AMD to Pay 15% of China Chip Sales to US
U.S. semiconductor leaders Nvidia and AMD have agreed to channel 15% of their Chinese sales from certain high-end chips directly to Washington in exchange for permission to resume exports to