Poppi Just Sold for $1.6 Billion
PepsiCo has announced its acquisition of Poppi, the rapidly growing prebiotic soda brand, in a $1.65 billion deal, further solidifying its push into the health-conscious beverage market. The move aligns
Facebook-Owner Meta to Cut 13% of its Workforce
Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, has announced that it will cut 13% of its workforce. As reported by BBC, the first mass lay-offs in the firm's history will
FC Barcelona Terminates Nike Contract, Reveals $218 Million Offer for Lamine Yamal
FC Barcelona's president, Joan Laporta, made significant announcements on the club's podcast, 'The Podcast of President Laporta', confirming the termination of their contract with Nike and disclosing a staggering €200
Samsung Recalls 1 Million Stoves Amid Fire Hazard Concerns Linked to Pets and Accidental Knob Activation
Samsung has announced a recall of over one million electric stoves due to a fire risk posed by the front-mounted knobs, which can be accidentally turned on by pets or
iPhone 14 Max Reportedly Weeks Behind Schedule Due to Lockdowns
Despite the wave of anticipation that has greeted the release of the iPhone 14 Max, the device is currently about 3 week's behind schedule due to the impact of lockdowns
Elon Musk Drops Lawsuit Against OpenAI After Publication of Emails
Elon Musk has moved to dismiss his lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, bringing an end to a legal dispute that has lasted several months between the co-founders of
You Can Now Play Xbox Game Pass Games Directly on Your Smartphone Thanks to Boosteroid
In a groundbreaking move, Xbox has joined forces with Boosteroid, a leading cloud gaming service, to extend the reach of Xbox PC games to a broader audience. Originally announced last
David Beckham Teams Up with Stella Artois to Revitalize Iconic Lager Brand
Stella Artois, the renowned lager with a rich history spanning nearly a century, has enlisted global icon David Beckham in a bid to restore its prominence in the competitive beer
Adidas Eyes Taylor Swift Collaboration After Parting Ways with Kanye West
Adidas, having severed ties with multi-faceted creative Kanye West and his Yeezy brand over a year ago, is actively seeking fresh collaborations, with global music sensation Taylor Swift emerging as
Norfolk County Council Triumphs Over Apple in £385m iPhone Dispute
In a landmark settlement, tech giant Apple has agreed to pay $490 million (£385 million) to resolve a lawsuit spearheaded by Norfolk County Council, alleging fraud by Apple's CEO, Tim
Tata Steel Fined £1.5m After Contractor’s Death at Port Talbot Plant
Tata Steel has been fined £1.5 million following the death of contractor Justin Day, who was crushed by a moving steel beam at the company’s Port Talbot site in 2019.
PlayStation Fans Celebrate as Classic PS2 Game Arrives on PS5
PlayStation enthusiasts have reason to celebrate as Sony has added a beloved 2007 classic to both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. This move is part of Sony's ongoing effort to
MacKenzie Scott Donates $7.1 Billion to Nonprofits in 2025, Marking Sharp Rise in Annual Giving
Author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott disclosed on Tuesday that she donated $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025 - more than double her giving from the previous two years and one
Apple and Google Must Prepare to Remove TikTok from App Stores by Jan. 19, Lawmakers Warn
Apple and Google must be ready to remove TikTok from their U.S. app stores by January 19, two bipartisan lawmakers have warned. In a letter sent Friday to the CEOs
Rising US Visa Costs Pose Financial Burden for International Artists
Aspiring musicians dream of making it big in the US, but for many, the escalating costs of obtaining a visa are turning that dream into a financial nightmare. Overseas performers
Dunkin’ Enters Energy Drink Market Amidst Controversy, Launches “SPARKD’ Energy” Beverages
Dunkin' is stepping into the highly caffeinated beverage market with the launch of its "SPARKD' Energy" iced drinks, aiming to tap into the growing demand for energy-boosting beverages. However, the
Europe Turns To Africa As Global Alliances with US and Middle East Face Strain
Europe is increasingly strengthening its ties with Africa as relations with key global partners - including the United States and parts of the Middle East - come under pressure amid
Biden Hits Chinese Electric Cars and Solar Cells With Higher Tariffs
In a move aimed at addressing what it perceives as unfair trade practices, the Biden administration has announced an escalation of tariffs on a range of Chinese goods, including electric
Why Nike, Starbucks and Boeing Have Lost Their Magic
Three of America’s iconic brands - Starbucks, Nike, and Boeing - are grappling with significant challenges as they aim to restore their standing in their respective markets. With new CEOs
United Airlines Sets Record with 175 Million Passengers in 2024
United Airlines has achieved a record-breaking milestone in 2024, transporting 175 million passengers globally across its routes. The airline revealed this accomplishment in a recent statement, marking it as the
