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WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is set to roll out three new advertising features globally, aiming to generate more revenue while keeping users’ private conversations untouched. The company emphasized that ads will not appear within personal chats, nor will message content – which is end-to-end encrypted – be used to target ads. Instead, WhatsApp will base…
The Trump Organization, managed by Donald Trump’s sons, has announced plans to enter the mobile phone market with a Trump-branded smartphone and wireless service. The new venture includes a gold-colored smartphone priced at $499 and a monthly service fee of $47.45 – a nod to Donald Trump’s terms as the 45th and 47th president of…
Mike Lindell, the founder and CEO of MyPillow and a well-known supporter of former President Donald Trump, has been ordered by a Denver jury to pay $2.3 million to Eric Coomer, a former security and product strategy director at Dominion Voting Systems. Coomer sued Lindell, along with MyPillow, Inc. and Lindell TV, over false claims…
President Donald Trump has granted a fresh 90-day extension to TikTok, delaying enforcement of the U.S. law that would ban the app unless it is sold by its Chinese parent company, ByteDance. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed on Tuesday that Trump plans to sign a new executive order allowing TikTok to remain operational…
Several major retailers, including Apple, T-Mobile, and Adidas, were hit by looters during protests against federal immigration enforcement in downtown Los Angeles last week. But for those who grabbed iPhones from Apple’s flagship Tower Theatre location, the stolen devices quickly became useless – thanks to Apple’s anti-theft technology. The tech giant’s display devices are rigged…
German football giants FC Bayern Munich have clinched their 34th Bundesliga title, and to mark the achievement, adidas has released a fresh take on the classic Samba silhouette in the club’s signature colours. The new FC Bayern Munich x adidas Samba is a nod to the long-standing partnership between the iconic sportswear brand and the…
More than a decade since its original release, Grand Theft Auto V continues to dominate global sales charts, defying the typical lifecycle of most video games. First launched in 2013 for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, Rockstar Games’ open-world epic has since been reissued across three console generations – and players still can’t seem…
Nike continues to innovate its popular Shox line in 2025 with the introduction of the “Voltage Purple” colorway for the Shox TL model. The Shox TL and its counterpart, the R4, have remained staples in Nike’s lineup throughout the 2020s, thanks to the enduring appeal of Y2K-inspired styles. This latest release showcases a fresh take…
Capcom’s latest hit, Devil May Cry 5, has crossed a major sales milestone, selling over 10 million copies worldwide – a surge largely credited to the popular Netflix anime adaptation of the franchise. The anime, produced by Adi Shankar and released earlier this year, quickly gained a strong following among both longtime fans and newcomers,…
A nonprofit organization led by Anne Wojcicki, co-founder and former CEO of genetic testing company 23andMe, has successfully secured the acquisition of the company after it filed for bankruptcy in March. Wojcicki’s California-based TTAM Research Institute agreed to purchase 23andMe for $305 million, surpassing a competing bid from Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, which had offered $256 million….
Adidas has released a new version of its iconic Samba silhouette in tribute to Manchester United, blending classic football heritage with modern streetwear appeal. The latest drop from the Adidas Originals Terrace Icons series pays homage to one of football’s most storied clubs. The sneaker features a sleek black leather and suede upper, accented by…
The crash of an Air India Express flight in Ahmedabad has placed Boeing under renewed public scrutiny, even as investigators have yet to determine whether the company’s aircraft played any role in the tragedy. The aircraft involved in the crash was a Boeing 787 Dreamliner – a model that, until now, had maintained a solid…
Meta is facing criticism after it emerged that some users of its AI chatbot tool may be unintentionally making their private queries publicly visible through a feature called the “Discover” feed. The feed, available on the Meta AI website and app, displays user prompts and AI-generated responses that have been shared publicly. While Meta says…
A popular range of American sweets, Jolly Ranchers, has come under scrutiny in the UK after the Food Standards Agency (FSA) warned that several of its products contain chemical substances that could damage DNA and potentially raise cancer risk over time. The FSA issued a formal alert on Wednesday evening, advising consumers and businesses in…
WhatsApp has formally expressed its support for Apple in an ongoing legal battle with the UK Home Office over encrypted user data, warning that the case could have far-reaching consequences for global privacy protections. Speaking to the BBC, WhatsApp head Will Cathcart described the UK government’s approach as one that risks creating “a dangerous precedent”…
China has announced its readiness to remove all import tariffs on goods from the 53 African countries with which it maintains diplomatic ties, a move that could significantly deepen trade ties across the continent. The declaration was made during a high-level China-Africa cooperation meeting, where officials called for fairer global trade practices and criticized unilateral…
A television advert for Twix has been banned in the UK after regulators concluded it encouraged reckless driving and breached advertising standards. The ad, which featured a dramatic car chase between two nearly identical caramel-coloured vehicles, ends with the cars crashing and stacking atop each other in a visual nod to the chocolate bar’s twin-stick…
Two of Hollywood’s biggest studios, Disney and Universal, have launched a lawsuit against artificial intelligence firm Midjourney, accusing it of generating unauthorised images of iconic characters such as Darth Vader, Elsa, and the Minions. Filed in a federal court in Los Angeles, the lawsuit claims that Midjourney’s AI image generator is routinely creating what the…
A rare, human-sized Labubu doll has sold for an astonishing 1.08 million yuan (approximately $150,000) at an auction in Beijing, setting a new global record for the collectible toy line. Standing at 131cm (4ft 4in), the oversized figurine was the star attraction at Yongle International Auction’s dedicated Labubu event, where 48 items were put up…
Eurostar has announced ambitious plans to introduce direct train routes from London to Frankfurt and Geneva, aiming to further connect the UK with central Europe through high-speed, eco-friendly rail services. The expansion, projected for the early 2030s, includes the introduction of up to 50 new trains in a €2 billion (£1.7 billion) investment aimed at…
The average cost of a home in Australia has exceeded A$1 million for the first time, underscoring a worsening housing affordability crisis that is putting increasing financial pressure on everyday Australians. New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals the average residential property value rose to A$1,002,500 in the March 2025 quarter –…
Singapore-based budget airline Jetstar Asia is set to shut down operations by the end of July, bringing an end to more than two decades of service across the region. The announcement came as the carrier cited unsustainable costs, including surging supplier expenses and mounting airport fees, alongside intensifying regional competition. The airline, a subsidiary of…
Microsoft and Asus have officially launched two new handheld gaming consoles – the ROG Xbox Ally and the more powerful ROG Xbox Ally X – after months of speculation and leaks. Designed for gamers who want access to multiple platforms on the go, both devices run on Windows 11 and support games from Steam, Epic…
Chipotle is spicing up its menu with the launch of a new dip – Adobo Ranch – marking the chain’s first dip addition in half a decade. Starting June 17, customers across the United States and Canada will be able to try the limited-time offering, which combines the familiar creaminess of ranch dressing with the…
It’s sleek, compact, and unmistakably futuristic. In China, it’s affectionately named the Seagull, a budget electric vehicle that zips through city streets with angular curves and headlights that seem to wink with mischief. But as it makes its European debut under the more marketable name Dolphin Surf, this small car is steering a much larger…
YouTube has intensified its efforts to block ad blockers by shutting down a key loophole that previously allowed certain browsers and extensions – most notably on Firefox – to bypass its advertising restrictions. This marks the latest move in the video platform’s long-running campaign to enforce its ad-supported model and promote its premium subscription service….
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 return of the iconic colorway since its original debut in 2014 – and fans wasted no time reigniting their enthusiasm for the high-performance-inspired silhouette. Retailing…
Warner Bros. Discovery has announced plans to divide its business into two separate publicly traded companies, marking a significant shift aimed at giving each segment greater strategic independence. The split, set to take effect by mid-2026, will separate the company’s streaming and studio operations from its traditional television networks. Under the proposed structure, the first…
Nike is once again turning to the past to shape the future, bringing back the Air Max Waffle – a bold hybrid silhouette that merges two distinct eras of the brand’s legacy. The latest edition of the experimental sneaker is scheduled to drop on June 18, 2025, via SNKRS and select retailers, with a retail…
The U.S. economy added 139,000 jobs in May, a modest gain that slightly exceeded expectations but signaled a continuing slowdown in the labor market, according to data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The report showed job creation easing from April’s revised figure of 147,000, while the unemployment rate remained unchanged at…
CM Punk’s iconic Pepsi tattoo has long been a defining part of his image – and now, the soft drink giant is tipping its hat to the wrestling legend. Pepsi’s official X (formerly Twitter) account recently responded to Punk’s explanation of the tattoo with a simple but impactful word: “Legendary.” The shoutout quickly caught the…
Reebok is continuing its push into golf with a stylish new collaboration that officially launched this week. Teaming up with British golf lifestyle brand MANORS, Reebok has introduced a fresh collection of footwear and apparel that blends sport heritage with premium design – available now via Reebok.com and ManorsGolf.com. The standout of the collection is…
Twenty-five rare paintings by modern Indian art icon MF Husain are set to go under the hammer today, June 12, in Mumbai – offering the public a first-ever glimpse of works that have remained hidden for over 15 years. The collection, titled MF Husain: An Artist’s Vision of the XX Century, will be auctioned at…
Hunter Biden has once again dropped a lawsuit against Fox News, marking the second time he has voluntarily withdrawn legal action over the network’s broadcast of a dramatized series featuring explicit content and personal allegations. The lawsuit centered on a 2022 Fox Nation miniseries that portrayed a fictional “mock trial” examining Biden’s foreign business dealings…
Hackers behind the devastating cyberattack on Marks & Spencer sent a direct and abusive ransom demand to the company’s chief executive, it has emerged. The email, sent on April 23, was addressed to CEO Stuart Machin and seven senior executives. Written in broken English and allegedly from the hacking group DragonForce, the message gloated about…
Lululemon has seen its stock price plummet by more than 20% following a downward revision of its annual profit forecast, as the athleisure brand faces mounting pressure from U.S. tariffs and a sluggish economic outlook. In a statement released to investors, the company pointed to declining foot traffic in its American stores, attributing it to…
Footwear brand Dr Martens has reported a sharp downturn in profits, with pre-tax earnings falling by more than 90% over the past year. The company posted profits of £8.8 million for the year ending March, a significant drop from the £93 million it recorded the previous year. The Northamptonshire-based brand, known for its distinctive yellow-stitched…
Billionaire philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has announced that the majority of his vast fortune – expected to reach $200 billion – will be directed towards transforming health and education systems in Africa over the next two decades. Speaking at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the 69-year-old said his commitment is…
A Nigerian public health advocate has sounded the alarm over the country’s soaring consumption of sugary drinks, linking it to rising cases of chronic diseases and preventable deaths. Abayomi Sarumi, Associate Director at Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), told DAILY POST that Nigeria is facing a “silent health emergency” driven by the widespread…
A lawyer representing families of victims from one of the two fatal Boeing 737 Max crashes has condemned a proposed $1.1 billion settlement between Boeing and the U.S. Department of Justice, calling it “morally repugnant” and a way for the company to evade true accountability. Sanjiv Singh, counsel for 16 families affected by the 2018…
Fashion and luxury retail giants The North Face and Cartier have confirmed that customer data was stolen in recent cyber attacks, marking the latest in a growing list of high-profile retailers targeted by hackers. In emails sent to affected customers, The North Face said it detected what it described as a “small-scale” cyber attack in…
The future of Thames Water, the UK’s largest water utility, is once again in jeopardy following the withdrawal of private equity firm KKR from a crucial £4 billion funding agreement. KKR had been selected as the preferred investor to help stabilise the heavily indebted company, but pulled out of the deal amid growing political and…
Mondelēz International, the company behind iconic snack brands like Oreo and Chips Ahoy!, has filed a lawsuit against Aldi in the United States, accusing the discount supermarket of imitating the packaging of several of its products. Filed in May, the lawsuit claims Aldi deliberately designed the packaging of its private-label snacks to mimic popular Mondelēz…
The Walt Disney Company is implementing another round of job cuts affecting several hundred employees globally, as part of continued efforts to streamline operations and adapt to a shifting entertainment landscape. This latest round will impact roles across multiple departments, including film and television marketing, content development, casting, and corporate finance. While the company did…
Tesla appears to have dropped plans to set up manufacturing operations in India, according to the country’s Minister for Heavy Industries, HD Kumaraswamy. Speaking on Monday as the Indian government unveiled detailed guidelines for its electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing incentive scheme, Kumaraswamy stated bluntly: “Tesla – we are not expecting from them.” While other global…
The UK government has warned it may take legal action against Roman Abramovich to ensure that the frozen £2.5 billion from the sale of Chelsea Football Club is directed toward humanitarian aid in Ukraine. Abramovich, who was sanctioned by the UK in 2022 following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, sold the club under a special…
Game development studio People Can Fly has announced the suspension of two major titles – Project Gemini and Project Bifrost – and confirmed that staff reductions will follow as a result. In a statement shared on social media, CEO Sebastian Wojciechowski described the move as a “very difficult decision,” citing unresolved publishing issues and financial…
The long-anticipated One Piece x Crocs collaboration is officially making a comeback – and fans won’t have to wait much longer. Crocs has announced that its special edition One Piece Classic Clog will return on June 20, with design details paying homage to the beloved anime’s main character, Monkey D. Luffy. Previously released as a…
LEGO and Nike are stepping into new territory with the launch of a highly anticipated collaboration that blends streetwear culture and creative play. The debut collection includes sneaker-themed LEGO sets and footwear drops designed to captivate both collectors and young fans alike. LEGO Nike Dunk Set Pre-Orders Go Live Leading the lineup is the LEGO…
India’s economy grew at a faster-than-expected pace of 7.4% in the January-March quarter, up from 6.2% in the previous quarter, according to newly released government data. The strong quarterly performance defied analysts’ projections and reinforces India’s position as the world’s fastest-growing major economy. Despite the robust start to the year, the country’s overall growth for…
