admin [ad_1] Major stock market indexes closed near session lows Wednesday after the Federal Reserve released minutes from its December meeting. Small caps took heavy fire while Apple (AAPL) extended its slump. X The S&P 500 fell 0.8%. The Nasdaq composite lost 1.2% and fell for a fourth consecutive session. It is the index’s longest and … Read more
[ad_1] In this photo provided by the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, an Alzheimer’s patient undergoes focused ultrasound treatment with the WVU RNI team in Morgantown, W.Va., on Oct. 17, 2023. Scientists have found a way to help Alzheimer’s drugs seep inside the brain faster _ by temporarily breaching its protective shield. (Victor Finomore/WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience … Read more
[ad_1] Severing ties with our cable TV providers has become easier than ever, thanks to all kinds of web-connected innovations, brought to us by smart TVs and streaming devices. For many of us, though, there is one thing that keeps many a household tied to a cable provider, and that’s access to local TV stations. … Read more
[ad_1] Dow Jones futures tilted higher after hours, along with S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq futures. X The stock market rally suffered further losses, with the Nasdaq down for a fourth straight session, undercutting a key level. Market losses broadened out considerably. Bitcoin fell solidly Wednesday, with SEC approval of spot bitcoin ETFs expected within … Read more
[ad_1] Updated Jan. 3, 2024 3:46 pm ET The U.S. auto industry rebounded in 2023 with many car companies reporting double-digit sales gains, marking a return to normalcy for a sector that has been on a roller coaster since the start of the pandemic. Automakers’ results were boosted by pent-up demand and better availability on … Read more
[ad_1] HUMAN brains still learn new information better than artificial intelligence robots, experts say. Tech bosses are hyping up a future of self-driving cars, instant cancer checks and computer-generated music. 2 Human brains still learn new information better than artificial intelligence robotsCredit: Canal+ 2 Clever clogs humans, such as Albert Einstein, can connect ideas instantlyCredit: … Read more
[ad_1] Sweden has launched a more far-reaching National Technology Strategy (NTS) that is front-loaded by an artificial intelligence (AI)-focused long-term investment plan to bolster the international competitiveness of indigenous companies large and small. The NTS represents the most ambitious technology project to be rolled out by prime minister Ulf Kristersson’s centre-right coalition since it … Read more
[ad_1] Data collected by the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office in Illinois shows 90% of the opioid overdoses last year involved fentanyl, which the Centers for Disease Control says has been plaguing the U.S. for years. Chicago, which is in Cook County, recorded 2,001 opioid overdose deaths in 2022, more than three times as many … Read more
[ad_1] Michelle Mone has hit out at the “obsession” with her personal life – claiming she is surprised the Daily Mirror hasn’t asked about her “bras and knickers” following their latest report. Baroness Mone, who had been a Tory before she had the whip removed, admitted she lied when she denied links to firm PPE … Read more
[ad_1] Just the highlights Australia’s cyber security vision extends to 2030, with two federal elections occurring in that time frame. A lack of bipartisan agreement means businesses don’t have certainty on the long-term vision. A change in government might disrupt the later starters of the vision. The Australian government announced the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security … Read more
[ad_1] One of the most potent weapons in the arsenal of cybercriminals is malware, and among its various forms, Code Red stands out as a formidable adversary. This article delves into the anatomy of modern malware attacks, with a focus on the insidious nature of Code Red, and explores the crucial role of anti-malware software … Read more
[ad_1] DES MOINES, Iowa — Vivek Ramaswamy repeatedly described former President Donald Trump as “wounded” and said he was the best candidate to lead the MAGA movement forward Wednesday, as he makes a final attempt to sway Republican voters still enthusiastic about Trump. The comments, which Ramaswamy made in a joint interview with NBC News … Read more
[ad_1] Sidney M. Wolfe, a physician and consumer advocate who for more than 40 years hounded the pharmaceutical industry and the Food and Drug Administration over high prices, dangerous side effects and overlooked health hazards, bringing a new level of transparency and accountability to the world of medical care, died on Monday at his home … Read more
[ad_1] Federal labor officials accused the rocket company SpaceX on Wednesday of illegally firing eight employees for circulating a letter critical of the company’s founder and chief executive, Elon Musk. According to a complaint issued by a regional office of the National Labor Relations Board, the company fired the employees in 2022 for calling on … Read more
[ad_1] X (formerly Twitter) started showing headlines at the bottom of link preview cards again on Tuesday using a small font. However, hours later the company seemingly pulled the new format. Multiple users and publications reported that they could see titles on link cards on the web. They also noted that some titles were cut … Read more
[ad_1] Updated March 29, 2023 10:31 am ET The opioid crisis has only intensified as more illicit drugs have entered the market. Drug overdose deaths reached a record high in 2021, with more than 100,000 people lost to the continuing epidemic, fueled by the potent synthetic opioid fentanyl. The drug, according to the Centers for Disease … Read more
[ad_1] Newly qualified doctors could earn over £128,000 at a private hospital in Australia compared to around £40,000 in the UK – Leon Neal/Getty Images Taxpayers spent £2.8bn training doctors who said they ultimately planned to leave Britain to practice abroad last year, Telegraph analysis shows. The number of doctors applying for a certificate to … Read more
[ad_1] A NEW wave of Wi-Fi solutions can offer users a better streaming experience. Whether you’re a Netflix, Disney+, or Amazon Fire person, five simple tips can have you streaming like a pro. 1 A new wave of Wi-Fi solutions can offer users a better streaming experienceCredit: Getty UPGRADE YOUR INTERNET Upgrading your internet speed … Read more
[ad_1] Don’t sleep on Starz. While it may not get the recognition of other premium cable networks like HBO and Showtime, Starz continues to air quality movies and TV shows on its various networks. Because of its deal with Lionsgate, Starz is home to well-known franchises, such as John Wick and The Hunger Games. Starz also features … Read more
[ad_1] Newark imam in critical condition after shooting outside mosque Newark imam in critical condition after shooting outside mosque 01:49 NEWARK, N.J. — An imam was shot Wednesday morning outside a mosque in Newark, New Jersey. Police said the imam was rushed to University Hospital, where he is listed in critical condition. The shooting was reported shortly … Read more
[ad_1] Shares of Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY) were jumping 3.3% higher as of 12:07 p.m. ET on Wednesday. This gain looked even better considering that the major market indexes were all slumping. Lilly was able to swim against the market current primarily because of investors’ enthusiasm about the prospects for the company’s weight-loss drug Zepbound. … Read more
[ad_1] A teenager from Oklahoma appears to have become the first person to “beat” Tetris. Willie Gibson posted a video on YouTube which shows the moment when the classic video game crashes as he reaches level 157. The stunned 13-year-old gasps: “Oh my god … I’m going to pass out.” “I can’t feel my fingers, … Read more
[ad_1] Dutch ISPs facing a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack can protect themselves by using NaWas, the centralised anti-DDoS service of the National Internet Providers Management Organisation (NBIP). NaWas, or the Dutch National Scrubbing Center, has been operational in the Netherlands since 2014, and currently has 130 members. Frank Dupker, European network manager NaWas … Read more
[ad_1] Two Get Death Sentence In 2005 Shramjeevi Train BlastIANS The court of Additional District Judge (I) Rajesh Rai has awarded the death sentence to two accused convicted in the Shramjeevi Express terror blast case. The 2005 train blast using an RDX bomb had left 14 people dead and 61 injured. Two operatives of the … Read more
[ad_1] Updated Jan. 3, 2024 11:49 am ET Walt Disney Co. won the support of a key shareholder in its fight with activist investor Nelson Peltz over the direction of the company, and is confronting a third shareholder jockeying for influence. The entertainment giant said it reached a deal with ValueAct under which the activist would … Read more
[ad_1] General Motors said on Tuesday that its sales of new vehicles in the United States jumped 14 percent last year, amid a broader rebound in the auto industry driven by a strong economy and an improved supplies of critical components. The company sold 2.6 million cars and light trucks in 2023, up from 2.3 … Read more
[ad_1] T-Mobile is upping the perks for its top unlimited plan. On Wednesday, the carrier revealed that it’s adding Hulu (with ads) to its priciest Go5G Next plan. The addition of Hulu marks the latest streaming service T-Mobile has bundled into the plan, joining Netflix and Apple TV Plus. The offer goes into effect on … Read more
[ad_1] MYRA Hindley and her partner Ian Brady murdered five children in the Manchester area between 1963 and 1965, burying them on the Moors. Here we look at the life of ‘the most hated woman in Britain’ and how it came to an end. 1 Myra Hindley spent 36 years in Holloway Prison Who was … Read more
[ad_1] Tube strikes will affect commuters over several days from 7 January as London Underground workers walk out over pay. A strike by Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) members is set to cause heavy disruption to Tube services until 12 January. Union members from various departments of London Underground will strike on different days, … Read more
[ad_1] XBOX has announced a number of games coming to its library this month. The lineup includes Assassin’s Creed’s biggest game yet, which takes dozens of hours to complete. 1 Assassin’s Creed Valhalla will soon be playable for free.Credit: Ubisoft Seven of the eight games are being added to the cheaper tiers of Xbox’s subscription … Read more
[ad_1] Over the holiday season, Microsoft quietly launched its Copilot app on Android and iOS, along with iPadOS. The app gives users access to Copilot, formerly known as Bing Chat, which operates similarly to OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Like other AI chatbot, you can type in a question or a prompt and receive responses generated by artificial … Read more
[ad_1] By Shariq Khan BENGALURU (Reuters) -Oil prices fell 3% on Thursday as more shipping companies said they were ready to transit the Red Sea route, easing concerns about supply disruptions as Middle Eastern tensions stay elevated. The more active Brent crude futures for March delivery settled down $2.39, or 3%, at $77.15. Brent futures … Read more
[ad_1] What Harvard’s drama says about D.E.I. The resignation yesterday of Claudine Gay, Harvard’s first Black president and the second woman to lead the university, was tied to a mounting crisis over plagiarism allegations. But she had also been under fire for months over what critics said was an insufficient response to the Oct. 7 … Read more
[ad_1] If you’re reading this article, then you’re ready to add some fun to your TikTok account. Today, we’re going to take a look at a few popular transitions. But it’s also important to know that you need to use an additional TikTok editing app to create something high-quality and cool. It can be VJump, … Read more
[ad_1] Happy New Year! For many of us, a new year means a fresh start, which could involve romance. The same can be said for Netflix, who recently added some of the best new movies to coincide with the beginning of 2024. Many of these films are rom-coms, whose themes of hope, love, and romance … Read more
[ad_1] Key events Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Trump, DeSantis, Haley pledge dramatic, occasionally illegal, changes to border policy On the campaign trail, the three leading contenders for the GOP’s presidential nomination have all pledged significant and draconian changes to US immigration policy if elected. Nikki Haley, the … Read more
[ad_1] A fresh round of mortgage rate cuts is getting under way as the new year starts, which could remove some of the “sting” for those who are coming to the end of their current fixed deal, experts have said. HSBC UK is among those making cuts to its fixed rates in a further boost … Read more
[ad_1] A MYSTERIOUS long-lost world that was wiped from Earth by a volcanic eruption 22 million years ago was recently found again. Scientists rediscovered a lost forest in the Panama Canal and even found that it’s brimming with a species no longer on Earth today. 4 Scientists have found the fossilized remains of a mangrove … Read more
[ad_1] After more than 20 years, what is now referred to as the Post Office Horizon scandal has become headline news. Computer Weekly has played an important part in exposing what has been described as the widest miscarriage of justice in UK history. In 1999, the Post Office’s single shareholder, the UK government, began … Read more
[ad_1] Electric truck maker Rivian’s shares fell as much as 11% on Tuesday (Jan. 2), after the company reported fewer-than-anticipated deliveries in the fourth quarter. Will Ozempic really take over America? | What’s Next for Novo Nordisk? But Rivian’s rocky start to its 15th year is just as bad as competitor Tesla’s. That company is … Read more
[ad_1] The cryptocurrency market climbed about 110% in 2023, driving the price of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) up more than 150% during the year. But certain financial professionals see substantial upside for Bitcoin holders in the future, helped along by the likely approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in 2024. Read on to learn more. … Read more
[ad_1] Marietta, Georgia, stands out as a city with a rich past and a vibrant present. This city, known for its beautiful town square and active cultural scene, is also a hub for entrepreneurs and business innovation. In the digital era, Marietta’s industries are transforming, with web design and SEO playing key roles. Web Design: … Read more
[ad_1] Samsung Samsung’s next Galaxy Unpacked will take place on Jan. 17 at the SAP Center in San Jose, California. While the invitation doesn’t reveal much, it’s expected that the Samsung Galaxy S24 series will be unveiled at the event. It’s not too early to be looking for phone deals that involve the upcoming flagship … Read more
[ad_1] A man died at Salt Lake City Airport on Monday night after crawling inside the jet engine of a Delta plane, authorities said. Kyler Efinger, 30, of Park City, Utah, was identified by police as the deceased. The incident began at 9:54 p.m. when Efinger “breached an airport security door” and “ran to the … Read more
[ad_1] Price cuts to lure shoppers helped supermarkets rake in record revenues ahead of Christmas, according to industry data. Kantar Worldpanel, which tracks sales and prices among chains, said £13.7bn passed through tills or via websites over the four weeks to 24 December. It took average household grocery spending to an all-time high of £477 … Read more
[ad_1] A NEW feature could be introduced by WhatsApp that will give users more control over their group chats. WhatsApp has introduced a new concept which would allow users to hide messages from blocked contacts. 1 WhatsApp was founded in 2009 by Brian Acton and Jan KoumCredit: Getty Currently, when you have a contact blocked … Read more
[ad_1] If you tap on a widget on iOS 16, you’ll be transported to the corresponding application. For example, if you tap on the weather widget, you go to the weather app. That makes sense. With iOS 17, however, a few widgets — including for Apple Music and Home — are interactive, meaning you can … Read more
[ad_1] It’s U.S. Navy tradition that the first entry of the new year in ship logbooks be written in verse. Some sailors angle for the job as a chance to inject a bit of personality – even poetic depth – into a format that discourages it; others try to avoid such a mission. Why We … Read more
[ad_1] What we’re watching in 2024 Andrew here. As we look ahead to the new year, the DealBook team has identified about a dozen themes that are likely to become running narratives that could define the business and policy ecosystem for the next 12 months. Of course, the presidential election, perhaps one of the most … Read more
[ad_1] Video: CSIRO marks 10 years of the total wellbeing diet CSIRO marks 10 years of the total wellbeing diet We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Dismiss Skip to sections navigationSkip to contentSkip to footer The national science agency is today celebrating 10 years since … Read more
[ad_1] Much like unwanted Christmas leftovers, some of the Huludays movies are sticking around until the end of January on Hulu. It’s a little out of season for Miracle on 34th Street, but Home Alone works pretty well all year. The good news for movie fans is that there’s not a lot leaving Hulu in … Read more
[ad_1] Webber said the spirit took theatre scripts and put them in unexpected places By Danya Bazaraa Published: 09:56, 3 January 2024 | Updated: 09:56, 3 January 2024 Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed he once called on the help of a priest due to the presence of a poltergeist in his home. The 75-year-old, … Read more
[ad_1] Borrowing from relationship banks could save millions of dollars for borrowers in the primary market of syndicated loans, says Yafei Zhang, Lecturer in Finance at Alliance Manchester Business School. Syndicated loans are among the most important external financing sources for firms all over the world. To give a sense of scale, according to Thomson … Read more
[ad_1] NINTENDO announced that one of its more popular features would be sundowned in 2024. However, fans have begun noticing that features are no longer working months before they were meant to be removed. 1 Players have reported issues downloading new Mario Maker levels.Credit: Nintendo In 2023, Nintendo stated that “online play and other functionality” … Read more
[ad_1] . Fortnite continues to add tons of exciting features season after season, with the split-screen mode standing out as one of the most significant. This mode offers the convenience to play Duos on one screen, without having to hook up an additional console. There are a few limitations to its use, but it’s a great … Read more
[ad_1] The flight to Qatar was delayed for nearly four hours after the pilot got stuck in a lift (Picture: Getty) Travel chaos has descended on Birmingham airport, leaving hundreds of passengers’ flights delayed after an airline crew- including the pilot- were trapped in a lift for over three hours. An early morning flight to … Read more
[ad_1] Ryanair has cautioned over a hit from the move by a raft of online travel agents to remove the Irish airline from their websites. The group said that, since early December, many of the larger sites such as Booking.com, Kiwi and Kayak have taken Ryanair off their sites. It said the sudden removal from … Read more
[ad_1] Australia’s electric vehicle adoption exploded in 2023, with many consumers making the move away from ICE vehicles to add one or more EVs to the garage. Critical to the success of EV adoption is having great charging options at key locations to reassure potential owners they can travel without compromise. Tesla has invested like … Read more
[ad_1] If you’re here, you’ve likely just had this experience; needing to enter your digits for an account of some sort, you realize you don’t remember your own phone number. As you don’t call your own phone number very often, this isn’t an extremely uncommon scenario. And it gets even worse if you frequently use … Read more
[ad_1] A story on the disputed Senkaku Islands has been trending on Japan’s Kyodo News since the first day of 2024. According to the report, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) instructed the China Coast Guard at the end of November last year that it would not surrender an inch over the Senkaku Islands issue. The … Read more
[ad_1] Lucas Jackson/Reuters The stock market could see supercharged gains in 2024 if the “January Trifecta” materializes. The indicator tracks the performance of the Santa Claus rally, the first five trading days of January, and the month of January. The S&P 500 has posted a median annual return of 17% when the January Trifecta occurs. … Read more
[ad_1] QR codes can be found almost everywhere – but they can be extremely dangerous. These small codes can be scanned with an iPhone or Android camera to take you to a website. 1 Make sure no one has tampered with the QR code you’re scanning – and be cautious once you arrive at its … Read more
[ad_1] Shopping for a new cell phone plan can be … a lot. There are numerous carriers to consider, countless plans to look at, and seemingly endless features shoved in your face. Having so much to choose from is great, but it can also become very overwhelming very quickly. That’s where we come in. We’ve taken a look at … Read more
[ad_1] Topline Large portions of California’s Sierra Nevada mountains were placed under a winter storm warning Tuesday as the Golden State braces for two winter storms expected this week—potentially ending the state’s exceptionally dry winter so far. The Sierra Nevada in California could see up to two feet of snow overnight. Getty Images Key Facts … Read more
[ad_1] HSBC has joined a host of rival high street lenders vying to snap up Tesco Bank as its owner mounts a fresh attempt to offload the business. Sky News understands that HSBC has submitted an indicative offer for Tesco Bank, which has about five million customers and employs more than 3,500 people. It was … Read more
[ad_1] A firefighter walks through the rubble and wreckage of a burnt-out marketplace following earthquake in Wajima, Ishikawa prefecture, Japan Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024. A series of powerful earthquakes in western Japan damaged homes, cars and boats, with officials warning people on Tuesday to stay away from their homes in some areas because of a … Read more
[ad_1] Whether you are building your own gaming rig or making some serious upgrades to a professional workstation, a good thermal paste can do wonders for your system temperatures. As in the case with CPU coolers, investing in an aftermarket paste is necessary especially if you have a CPU that runs hot or if you … Read more
[ad_1] (Bloomberg) — Michael Saylor is selling almost $216 million worth of shares in MicroStrategy Inc., the software company he co-founded and turned into the largest publicly-traded holder of Bitcoin. Most Read from Bloomberg The 315,000 shares were acquired via stock options, according to a filing on Tuesday. A MicroStrategy spokesperson said the company previously … Read more
[ad_1] Behind the Numbers Data from September 2021 through April 2023 showed 48,404 advance provision requests and 147,112 requests from women seeking to terminate existing pregnancies. (Women in both categories completed telehealth consultations and Aid Access evaluated their medical information before prescribing pills.) Advance provision requesters were more likely than those already pregnant to be … Read more
[ad_1] DESPITE being a third-party game with no licensing deal, the best game of 2023 wasn’t originally released on Xbox consoles. It was first available for PC and PS5 users, leading to Xbox players feeling like they were missing out. 1 Problems with save data have Xbox players concerned.Credit: Larian However, when Baldur’s Gate 3 … Read more