US Regulators Investigate Tesla After Reports of Children Trapped in Model Y Vehicles
U.S. safety regulators have launched an investigation into Tesla’s 2021 Model Y after receiving reports that malfunctioning electric door handles left children trapped inside the vehicles. The National Highway Traffic
WhatsApp Boss Clashes with Elon Musk Over Data Privacy Claims
WhatsApp CEO Will Cathcart has publicly disputed allegations made by Elon Musk that the messaging app "exports your user data every night." Cathcart took to X (formerly Twitter) to assert
Boeing to Avoid Criminal Trial in U.S. Deal Over Fatal 737 Max Crashes
Boeing will not face a criminal trial over the two deadly crashes involving its 737 Max aircraft, under a proposed agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) that will
Canada Raises Proof of Funds for International Students, Nigerians Affected
In a recent development, the Canadian government has decided to increase the proof of funds required for international students, including Nigerians, seeking study permits. The adjustment will see the proof
Canada Imposes 15% Levy on Streaming Platforms to Boost Local Content
The Canadian government is moving ahead with stricter regulations for streaming platforms, introducing a new 15 percent levy aimed at supporting local film, television and digital productions. The policy is
Deutsche Bank to Cut 3,500 Jobs Over Next Two Years
Deutsche Bank, Germany's largest financial institution, has unveiled plans to cut 3,500 jobs worldwide by the end of the next two years, joining a slew of lenders retreating from their
YouTube Enforces Stricter Rules on Gambling Content
YouTube has announced a crackdown on content promoting unapproved gambling websites as online betting continues to expand in the United States. The platform revealed on Tuesday that it will now
Sony Exec Discusses PS5 Superiority Over PCs and Holiday Strategy, Aiming for 25 Million Unit Sales
In a recent interview, Hideaki Nishino, Senior Vice President of Platform Experience at Sony Interactive Entertainment, shared insights into Sony's holiday season strategy and the PlayStation 5's position in the
L’Oréal Heiress Françoise Bettencourt Meyers Becomes First Woman to Achieve $100 Billion Fortune
In a historic achievement, Françoise Bettencourt Meyers, the heiress of L'Oréal, has secured the distinction of being the first woman to amass a fortune exceeding $100 billion. This notable accomplishment
Johnson & Johnson Must Pay $18.8 Million to California Cancer Patient in Baby Powder Suit
On Tuesday, a California jury decided that Johnson & Johnson (J&J) must pay $18.8 million to Emory Hernandez Valadez, a 24-year-old man who claimed to have developed cancer from exposure
Starlink Announces Price Hike for Nigerian Subscribers Starting January 2025
Starlink, the satellite internet service founded by Elon Musk, has announced new subscription rates for its Nigerian customers, with the changes taking immediate effect for new users and beginning January
Pirates Attack Danish Ship in Gulf of Guinea, Kidnap Crew
An oil and chemical tanker hijacked in the Gulf of Guinea has been located off the coast of Sao Tome and Principe, but part of the crew has been kidnapped,
UK Issues Over 1.16 Million Visas in One Year, Sees Decline in Work and Study Visas
The UK government has granted a total of 1.16 million visas for work, study, and family reasons in the year ending June 2024, according to newly released immigration data. The
Berkshire Hathaway Shares Rise as Investors Cheer Earnings Beat and Geico’s Quick Turnaround
Berkshire Hathaway's shares rose following a strong earnings report and Warren Buffett's annual shareholder meeting, dubbed the "Woodstock for Capitalists." The company's A shares climbed 2% on Monday, reaching an
Audacy Initiates Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Proceedings Amid Financial Struggles
In a significant move to address financial challenges, Audacy, a prominent multi-platform audio content company, has officially filed for prepackaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. The announcement came on Sunday, marking
Jack Dorsey Reveals Whether He Would be Twitter’s CEO Again if Elon Musk Asked
Ever since he founded Twitter, Jack Dorsey remained as the company's CEO for many years until the board ousted him. He was battling against members of that board over a
BP Sells Majority Stake in Castrol for $6bn as It Refocuses on Core Oil and Gas Business
BP has agreed to sell a controlling stake in its Castrol lubricants business in a deal worth $6bn (£4.4bn), as the energy giant accelerates efforts to streamline operations and reduce
Neymar Shines in PUMA’s Launch of FUTURE 8 Football Cleats
PUMA has unveiled the FUTURE 8 football cleats, a revolutionary addition to the game with cutting-edge technology designed for creative and explosive players. Brazilian football superstar Neymar takes center stage
Elon Musk Sells $6.9bn of Tesla Shares as Twitter Lawsuit Looms
American businessman and Tesla boss, Elon Musk has sold another 7.92 million shares in the electric car maker, worth around $6.88bn (£5.7bn), as reported by BBC. The sales took place
Microsoft Set to Cut 7,000 Jobs Amid Increased AI Investment
Microsoft is reportedly preparing to lay off approximately 7,000 employees - about 3% of its global workforce - as part of a broader cost-cutting strategy tied to its growing focus
