Alaska Air Announces $1.9 Billion Acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines
In a significant move within the aviation industry, Alaska Air (ALK) disclosed on Sunday its plans to acquire Hawaiian Airlines (HA) for a substantial $1.9 billion. The acquisition, resulting from
Stolen iPhones Disabled by Apple After Los Angeles Looting
Several major retailers, including Apple, T-Mobile, and Adidas, were hit by looters during protests against federal immigration enforcement in downtown Los Angeles last week. But for those who grabbed iPhones
Airbnb Now Lets You Book Personal Chefs, Trainers, and More While Travelling
Airbnb is rolling out a major redesign of its app as it takes a bold step toward becoming a full-service travel platform, offering users the option to book personal services
Instagram Reels Evolves Into $50bn Revenue Engine for Meta
Instagram Reels has grown from a rapid response to TikTok’s rise into one of Meta’s most valuable businesses, with the short-form video product now generating an annual revenue run rate
Sugary Drinks Driving Health Crisis in Nigeria, Expert Warns
A Nigerian public health advocate has sounded the alarm over the country’s soaring consumption of sugary drinks, linking it to rising cases of chronic diseases and preventable deaths. Abayomi Sarumi,
Coca-Cola Launches “Happy Tears” Flavor Targeting Gen Z with Limited Edition Release
Coca-Cola is venturing into uncharted territory with its latest addition to the Coca-Cola Creations platform: "Happy Tears," a soda flavour that combines Coca-Cola Zero Sugar with a splash of salty
Nvidia to Invest $100 Billion in OpenAI to Power Next-Generation AI Systems
Nvidia has announced plans to invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, in what both firms describe as a strategic partnership aimed at building the next
Frida Kahlo Self-Portrait Sets New Record With $54.7m Sale
A rare Frida Kahlo self-portrait has sold for $54.7 million (£41.8 million), setting a new global auction record for an artwork by a woman. The painting, created in the 1940s
Burger King Selling Sandwiches for £1.99 All Week for Platinum Jubilee
If you live in the UK and you have a soft spot for some of the delicious items that Burger King has to offer then we have good news for
Best-Performing Tech Stocks in April 2023
Technology stocks are perennially one of the hottest areas of the stock market. Investors closely follow this sector because of its track record of scorching returns and the potential for
Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki Dies at 56 After Battle with Cancer
Susan Wojcicki, the former CEO of YouTube and a pioneering figure in the tech industry, has passed away at the age of 56 after a two-year battle with lung cancer.
FCC Investigates Amazon and Retailers for Illegal Sale of Wireless Signal Jammers
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has initiated an investigation into Amazon and other retailers following allegations of marketing and selling illegal electronic devices designed to disrupt wireless signals sent by
Airlines Alert Pilots to Smoke Risk in Boeing 737 Max After Bird Strikes
Pilots at major airlines have been cautioned that bird strikes on Boeing 737 Max engines could result in smoke infiltrating the passenger cabin. This warning was issued by both Southwest
Google Makes Preparation for the ‘Quantum Apocalypse’ With Chrome Update
In a proactive move to safeguard data against potential future threats, Google is taking steps to fortify its web security in the face of a predicted "quantum apocalypse." The anticipated
Sony Partners Honda to Build First EV in 2025
Electronics brand Sony and car manufacturer Honda announced they would form a partnership, creating Sony Honda Mobility Inc. The new company will focus on developing and selling electric vehicles in
Travellers Forced Out Mid-Stay as Rental Firm Sonder Declares Bankruptcy
Holidaymakers around the world have been ordered to leave their accommodation without notice after short-term rentals company Sonder abruptly filed for bankruptcy, triggering mass disruption across its global network of
Angelina Jolie and Her Latest Attempt to Destroy Brad Pitt’s Reputation
Angelina Jolie is anything but happy with Brad Pitt's claims that she violated their agreement, after the famous actor filed a lawsuit over the sale of her stake in their
Adidas Kicks Off Summer Soccer with New Campaign to Combat Pressure in Sport
Adidas has launched a new commercial as part of its ongoing campaign to alleviate negative pressure in sports, just in time for a busy summer of soccer. Released today, May
Pepsi Pulled from Supermarket Shelves in Europe Over Price Increases
In a bold move reflecting the ongoing clash between retailers and suppliers over rising prices, Carrefour, one of France's largest supermarket chains, has decided to cease selling PepsiCo products due
India GDP Grows Faster Than Expected, Latest Figures Show
India’s economy grew at a faster-than-expected pace of 7.4% in the January-March quarter, up from 6.2% in the previous quarter, according to newly released government data. The strong quarterly performance
