Doctors have been advising people to seek regular medical check-ups to keep their health in check at all times. Whether it is quarterly, twice a year or yearly, regular health check-ups ensure you identify potential problems earlier enough. Despite this, you’ll still come across a number of people who are against this. What they fail to realize is that they’re…
The hazy skies that blanketed much of the US East Coast with a smoky, yellowish smog Wednesday — including New York City and Manhattan’s famed skyline — result from a highly unhealthy air quality event fueled by smoke drifting south from Canadian wildfires. More than 100 million people across the…
Read MoreIn music streaming, Spotify has gotten plenty of criticism for not adequately compensating musicians. But the company says it’s taking a step to address that. The Swedish-based company will cut some 200 positions, equalling about two percent of its workforce, as it slims down its internal podcast operations. In a…
Read MoreIn a $20 million settlement, Microsoft will stop illegally collecting personal information from kids who sign up to use its Xbox gaming system. The tech company gathered data without notifying parents or obtaining their permission, and it also illegally held onto the information, the Federal Trade Commission said on Monday.…
Read MoreQ: Mr. Ballmer, you have been recognized as one of the most influential business leaders of our time. What drives your passion for business and innovation? A: Thank you for the kind words. My passion for business and innovation stems from my belief in the transformative power of technology. I…
Read MoreSatellites in orbit are crucial for the day-to-day functioning of our planet, from tracking a shipment to providing live traffic updates to the internet. But as the use of satellites grows, so too do the risks. For example, a collision with a piece of debris could damage or destroy the…
Read MoreSEOUL, South Korea (A.P.) — Seoul’s military has released images of part of a North Korean spy satellite that crashed soon after launch Wednesday due to a rocket failure. The images show a sizeable barrel-like metal structure with thin pipes and wires at the bottom that experts say could be…
Read MoreWhile there is a well-known saying about how lightning typically doesn’t strike the same place twice, it is less common and rare for the same widebody aircraft to be seized in the same country by the same airline two times in three years. However, that happened to a Boeing Co.…
Read MoreIt may feel like Kate Hudson is living in an alternate universe of endless summer and perpetual sunshine, but all evidence points to her being a mortal. The star of How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days recently showed off her pick for the summer book of the year,…
Read MoreTom Holland, the talented actor known for portraying Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, recently expressed his admiration for the animated film ‘Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse.’ Holland’s endorsement carries weight, as he has been widely acclaimed for his portrayal of the web-slinger. In this article, we delve into Holland’s praise…
Read MoreIn December, after a massive surge of infections and rising public anger against lockdowns that imposed draconian quarantines, China abruptly abandoned its “Zero Covid” policies. But with coronavirus cases again on the rise, Beijing seems determined to press on with everyday life as it focuses on reigniting economic growth. The…
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