Starbucks Rolls Out Nationwide Launch of Olive Oil-Infused Beverages Despite Mixed Reviews
Starbucks is set to introduce its Oleato lineup, featuring extra virgin olive oil-infused drinks, across its US and Canada locations starting Tuesday. The expansion follows a limited launch in select
New Bournemouth Co-owner Michael B Jordan is Spotted Watching Cherries Take on Chelsea at Stamford Bridge
Michael B Jordan has been spotted watching Bournemouth take on Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. As reported by Daily Mail, the Hollywood star is part of the consortium that took over
US Woman Jailed for 8 Years Over Identity Theft Scheme Aiding North Korean Workers
A 50-year-old Arizona woman has been sentenced to more than eight years in prison for orchestrating an identity theft operation that enabled North Korean nationals to secure jobs with hundreds
Kia Enters the Electric Van Arena with Customizable Concepts Unveiled at CES 2024
Kia has officially joined the electric van race, presenting a range of highly customizable electric van concepts at this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) on Tuesday. The move places Kia
Berkshire Hathaway Reduces Apple Stake by Almost 50% in Major Portfolio Shift
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has dramatically reduced its stake in Apple, cutting it nearly in half according to the company's second-quarter earnings report released on Saturday. The conglomerate's holdings in
Dangote Group’s Market Value Drops by N1.21 Trillion in July Amid Refinery Dispute
In July 2024, companies under the Dangote Group experienced a significant drop in market capitalization, shedding approximately N1.21 trillion. The decline affected Dangote Cement, Dangote Sugar Refinery, and NASCON Allied
AI Chatbots Face Scrutiny Over Benchmark Testing Practices
The race to develop ever-more sophisticated artificial intelligence has seen companies like OpenAI, Google, and DeepSeek release increasingly powerful models, each claiming to push the boundaries of progress. OpenAI recently
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
Jack Dorsey Unveils Bitchat, a Messaging App That Works Without Internet or User Accounts
Jack Dorsey, co-founder of Twitter and CEO of fintech company Block, has launched an experimental messaging app designed to function entirely without the internet, servers, or even user accounts. The
UPS Announces Job Cuts of 12,000 in Effort to Save $1 Billion in Costs
In a strategic move aimed at reducing costs, UPS has revealed plans to cut 12,000 jobs, primarily targeting manager and contractor positions. The decision comes as the company seeks to
Lawmakers Urge Tech Giants to Step Up Efforts Against Non-Consensual Explicit Images
A group of U.S. senators has criticized major tech companies, including Google, X (formerly Twitter), and Discord, for lagging behind in addressing the growing threat of non-consensual explicit images online.
Bud Light’s Struggles Persist Despite Global Revenue Surge for AB InBev
Anheuser-Busch InBev, the world's largest brewer, saw a spike in overall sales owing to higher prices but continued to face challenges in the United States due to declining Bud Light
Chinese Nationals Express Anger Over Florida Property Ban
A controversial new property law in Florida has left many Chinese residents feeling marginalized and unwelcome. The legislation, signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, prohibits Chinese nationals without U.S. green cards
First Bank Secures Approval for 43-Storey Headquarters at Eko Atlantic
First Bank of Nigeria has received official approval from the Lagos State government to commence the construction of its 43-storey headquarters at Eko Atlantic City in Lagos. The certificate of
The Reddit Blackout Shows No Signs of Stopping
A Reddit blackout that began as a two-day voluntary shutdown has entered its third day, with no signs of ending soon. Over 6,000 subreddits, including popular communities like r/aww, r/videos,
Twitter Bans Posting of Handles and Links to Facebook, Instagram, Mastodon and More?
While people around the globe were watching a thrilling FIFA World Cup final, Twitter decided to drop a bombshell and banned links promoting other social networks. The list currently includes
Google Deploys On-Device AI to Detect Scam Websites in Chrome
Google is stepping up its fight against online scams with a new artificial intelligence-powered system that can detect fraudulent websites in real time on Chrome. The tech giant announced on
Tesla Cybertruck Hits the Market with a $60,990 Starting Price and 250-Mile Range
After four years since its initial unveiling and amidst delays and controversies, Tesla's highly anticipated Cybertruck has finally reached the hands of approximately a dozen customers. However, the original base-model
Medical School is Now Free for Most Students at this Top University After a $1 Billion Donation
Bloomberg Philanthropies has announced a transformative $1 billion donation to Johns Hopkins University, making medical school free for the majority of its students. This significant contribution aims to address the
Stoli Vodka Files for Bankruptcy in the U.S., Citing Financial Struggles
Stoli Group USA, the American division of the iconic vodka brand, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amidst challenges including declining demand, a significant cyberattack, and prolonged legal battles with
