Penguin Scraps $2.2bn Deal to Buy Rival Publisher
Publishing giant Penguin Random House has scrapped a $2.2bn (£1.9bn) planned takeover of rival Simon & Schuster. As reported by the BBC, last month, a US court blocked the deal,
Qantas Settles ‘Ghost Flight’ Case with A$100m Penalty and Compensation Plan
Qantas, Australia's largest airline, has reached a settlement in a legal case brought by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), agreeing to pay a penalty of A$100 million ($66.1
One of the World’s Biggest Booze Makers is Ditching Wine Brands as the World Drinks Less
Pernod Ricard, one of the world's largest alcohol producers, is selling the majority of its wine brands as global wine consumption continues to decline. The French conglomerate, which owns renowned
Amgen to Cut 450 Jobs in Second Round of Layoffs This Year
Amgen Inc (AMGN.O) said on Thursday it would cut 450 jobs, or less than 2% of its workforce, making it the company's second round of layoffs this year amid intensifying
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
Elon Musk Risks Being Forced to Pay Twitter Billions of Dollars by Delaware Judge
American billionaire and businessman, Elon Musk's chances of winning the lawsuit filed against him by Twitter appears to have taken a precarious position with the appointment of the judge in
Tencent’s Riot Games Lays Off 11% of Staff Globally
In a significant move affecting its global workforce, Riot Games, the developer behind popular video games like "League of Legends" and "Valorant," is set to lay off approximately 11% of
Google’s Olympics Ad Went Viral for All the Wrong Reasons
Google's recent advertisement, aired during the Olympics, intended to showcase the capabilities of its AI chatbot Gemini, has sparked widespread criticism. The ad features a father explaining his young daughter's
Spider-Man 2’s Controversial Miles Suit Was Not Designed By Adidas
The divisive Evolved Suit worn by Miles Morales in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 has been a focal point of discussion among fans, but recent revelations have clarified that the controversial design
Boeing Achieves Milestone as It Delivers First 787 Dreamliner to China Since 2019
In a significant development, Boeing has successfully delivered a 787 Dreamliner directly to a Chinese airline for the first time since November 2019. The milestone marks a potential opening for
GTA 7 Could Cost Less to Develop Than GTA 6 Due to AI, Says Former Rockstar Developer
As anticipation builds for the release of Grand Theft Auto 6, a former Rockstar Games developer believes the next instalment in the blockbuster franchise may cost significantly less to produce
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
Saudi Arabia is Lifting the Alcohol Ban for Wealthy Foreigners
For years, Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter has existed in a world of its own. With tree-lined walkways, embassies, cafés and carefully manicured lawns, the neighbourhood feels noticeably removed from the rhythms
adidas Unveils Sleek “White/Core Black/Gold Met” Colorway for Copa Icon
In a departure from the era dominated by the iconic Copa Mundial, adidas proudly showcases its diverse COPA lineup, now featuring the latest addition—the Copa Icon. Positioned as a lighter,
EU Fines Apple €1.8 Billion for Violating Competition Laws in Music Streaming
The European Union has imposed a hefty fine of €1.8 billion (£1.5 billion) on tech giant Apple for breaching competition regulations in the field of music streaming. According to the
Google Parent Alphabet to Cut 12,000 Jobs, Citing ‘Economic Reality’ in Latest Big Tech Layoffs
Google parent Alphabet Inc. is cutting 12,000 jobs worldwide in the latest round of layoffs to hit the technology sector. As reported by NBC News, CEO Sundar Pichai announced the
Bugatti Unveils $4 Million, 1,800-Horsepower Hybrid Supercar
Bugatti has introduced its latest marvel, the Bugatti Tourbillon, a $4 million hybrid powerhouse set to replace the $3.3 million, 1,500 horsepower Chiron. This new model, boasting 1,800 horsepower, combines
Tesla Recalls Most Cybertrucks Over Risk of Exterior Panel Detachment
Tesla is recalling over 46,000 Cybertrucks in the United States due to concerns that an exterior panel could detach while driving, posing a road hazard. The recall affects nearly all
DStv Earns Top Spot as Africa’s Most-Admired Media Brand in the 13th Brand Africa 100: Africa’s Best Brands Survey
Last month DStv, one of the consumer brands of the Multichoice Group, continued to soar as the unrivalled media powerhouse in Africa, securing its position as the top “Most-Admired Media
Elon Musk Says New Tesla Factories Are Losing Billions of Dollars
American billionaire, Elon Musk has revealed that the new Tesla factories in the US and Germany are "losing billions of dollars" as a result of the battery shortages and supply
