Trump Orders 100% Tariff on Foreign Films
U.S. President Donald Trump has directed federal trade officials to impose a 100% tariff on all movies produced outside the United States and imported into the country, in what he
Microsoft Unveils AI to Animate Faces from Photos, Featuring the Mona Lisa Rapping
Microsoft has introduced a groundbreaking artificial intelligence technology capable of bringing static faces to life, allowing for realistic animations synchronized with audio clips. Known as VASA-1, the AI model was
Google Reportedly Benchmarks Gemini AI Against Anthropic’s Claude Amid Ethical Concerns
In the escalating competition for AI supremacy, Google is reportedly using Anthropic’s Claude to benchmark and enhance its Gemini AI. This practice has raised questions about ethics and compliance in
WeWork Announces 1-for-40 Reverse Stock Split to Avoid Getting Kicked Off the New York Stock Exchange
Facing a tumultuous period marked by plummeting stock value and a recent admission of "substantial doubts" about its ongoing viability, WeWork has launched a strategic bid to rescue its listing
Google Unveils Project Ellmann, a Proposed Chatbot with Deep Personal Knowledge
In a bold move towards more personalized user interactions, Google is considering a new project, codenamed Project Ellmann, which aims to develop a chatbot equipped with an intimate understanding of
Coca-Cola Launches Lagos Recycling Hub to Process 13,000 Metric Tons of Plastic Annually
Coca-Cola has inaugurated a new Packaging Collection Hub in Lagos, Nigeria, with the capacity to process up to 13,000 metric tons of plastic bottles each year. The initiative is part
Samsung Heavy Industries Hires Foreign Welders to Bridge Labor Shortage
Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) has hired over 40 welders from Indonesia to work at its Geoje Island yard in South Korea as it struggles to recruit skilled workers, the company
American TikTok Users Face Chinese-Style Censorship Challenges on RedNote
As TikTok faces potential bans in the United States, a wave of users has been migrating to Xiaohongshu, also known as RedNote, a Chinese social media platform. The influx of
‘Ultra-Rare’ Pink Diamond Expected to Sell For More Than $35 Million at Auction
A pink diamond of “unparalleled color and brightness” is expected to fetch over $35 million when it goes on sale in New York, auction house Sotheby’s announced Wednesday. Weighing 10.57
Addison Rae Channels Lana Del Rey in New Single ‘Diet Pepsi’
TikTok sensation turned pop artist Addison Rae has dropped her latest single, "Diet Pepsi," following her previous hits like "Obsessed" and her collaboration with Charli XCX on "2 Die 4."
Fired Disney Employee Gets 3 Years in Prison for Hacking and Changing Menus
A former Disney worker has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for hacking into the company’s internal systems and tampering with restaurant menus in ways that could have
Airbnb Sues New York City Over its Short-Term Rental Restrictions
Airbnb has taken legal action against New York City in a lawsuit filed challenging the city's restrictions on short-term housing rentals. The lawsuit specifically targets the Short-Term Rental Registration Law,
Netflix Cuts 300 More Jobs After Subscriptions Fall
As it continues to battle against declining growth and increased competition, online streaming platform, Netflix has announced yet another round of job cuts following a decline in its subscriber base.
Costco Brings Coca-Cola Back to Food Courts, Ending Decade-Long Pepsi Era
Costco is making a significant change at its food courts, bringing back Coca-Cola as its fountain soda provider and ending its decade-long partnership with Pepsi. The switch is set to
CBN Closes 31 Banks in Lagos and 72 Microfinance Banks Nationwide
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recently announced the closure of 31 banks in Lagos as part of a larger effort to strengthen the banking sector in Nigeria. This action
Dick’s Sporting Goods is Buying Foot Locker for $2.4 Billion
Dick’s Sporting Goods has announced plans to acquire longtime rival Foot Locker in a $2.4 billion agreement, marking a major move in the evolving retail landscape as apparel companies seek
Tesla Quietly Launches Robotaxi Pilot in Texas, Marking New Step in Driverless Ambitions
Tesla has officially kicked off its long-anticipated robotaxi pilot in Austin, Texas, marking a cautious but significant step into the self-driving ride-hailing space. The electric carmaker began offering limited paid
Vinted Makes First Profit on Used Fashion
Vinted, a leading platform for second-hand clothing, has announced its inaugural profit, marking a significant milestone in the burgeoning market for pre-owned fashion. The company's shift into profitability comes as
Air Jordan 14 “Ferrari” Makes a High-Speed Return After Over a Decade
After more than a decade off the shelves, the Air Jordan 14 “Ferrari” has officially made its comeback. Released on June 11, 2025, the long-awaited retro drop marks the first
Nestlé Recalls Over 440,000 Starbucks Holiday Mugs Due to Safety Concerns
Nestlé USA has issued a recall for more than 440,000 metallic Starbucks-branded holiday mugs due to potential risks of overheating or breakage when exposed to microwaving or hot liquids, posing
