Fed Chair Says Interest Rates Should Have Gone Up Sooner
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell acknowledged in an interview with Marketplace on Thursday that the central bank could have moved faster to raise interest rates and cut inflation, as the central bank comes under increasing scrutiny over whether.....»»
Gamers are flocking to return Intel CPUs — and some are permanently damaged
A retailer has gone on the record about Intel's instability problems and claims high return rates for 13th-gen and 14th-gen CPUs......»»
Barbie movie “may have spurred interest in gynecology,” study finds
The movie apparently sparked some questions. Enlarge / A digital advertisement board displaying a Barbie movie poster is seen in New York on July 24, 2023. (credit: Getty | Selcuk Acar) This post contains spoilers—for.....»»
Top 5 stories of the week: Toyota engine recall; Stellantis CEO calls out U.S. plants
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest......»»
How iBuyers are changing real estate racial disparities and individual homeownership rates in one major city
Instant buyers, also known as iBuyers, rapidly buy and sell homes using automated models to set prices. These companies, such as Opendoor and Offerpad, can turn around cash offers in a matter of hours, and they've captured more than 5% of the real es.....»»
How to use the new "Search Here" feature in Apple Maps with iOS 18
Apple Maps has a new feature in iOS 18 that helps people search for locations, businesses, and points of interest within a specific area on the map. But it's a little tricky to find.How to use the new 'Search Here' feature in Apple Maps with iOS 18Ap.....»»
iOS 18: How to take advantage of Game Mode on iPhone and what it does
iOS 18 takes gaming further with a dedicated Game Mode for iPhone and iPad. The new feature redirects system resources to maintain high frame rates, improves Bluetooth controller responsiveness and audio with AirPods, and more. Here’s how to use Ga.....»»
Madden 25 Editions: Which Version Should You Buy?
Madden 25 pre-orders are live. If you’re interested in buying the game, you’ll want to buy the right edition for your interest level and budget. The Madden 25 release date is slated for August 16th. This is the release date for all platforms, a l.....»»
Microsoft Copilot is fairly relaxed about trademark use
While AI is under attack from copying existing works without permission, the industry could end up getting into more legal trouble over trademarks.Images created by Microsoft's CopilotThe rise in interest in generative AI has also led to an increase.....»»
Lethal bird flu could decimate Oceania"s birds—from vigilance to vaccines, here"s what Australia is doing to prepare
Avian influenza viruses have infected the world's birds for millennia. We first became aware of them in the 19th century, when mass deaths of poultry triggered interest in what was then called "fowl plague.".....»»
Best office chair deals: Improve your posture from $59
With these office chair deals you can add a little comfort and a lot of savings to your daily home or office routine......»»
Apple"s iPhone Fold could now launch in 2026
A new industry report claims that Apple's iPhone Fold is now set to arrive sooner than expected, with the iPhone 18 range.A render of an iPhone FoldReports of Apple producing a foldable iPhone have persisted for years, and for at least as long as its.....»»
Automakers are reviving combustion engines as EV demand hits lull, supplier says
French supplier OPmobility says there is also renewed interest in hybrids and plug-in hybrids as automakers adjust to shifting consumer preferences......»»
Effects of stellar magnetism could expand criteria for exoplanet habitability
Interest in Earth-like planets orbiting within the habitable zone of their host stars has surged, driven by the quest to discover life beyond our solar system. But the habitability of such planets, known as exoplanets, is influenced by more than just.....»»
Top 5 stories of the week: Penske buys largest Ford dealership; the economics of EV ownership
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest......»»
Introducing Ramses, ESA"s 2029 mission to asteroid Apophis
Thirty years ago, on 16 July 1994, astronomers watched in awe as the first of many pieces of the Shoemaker-Levy 9 comet slammed into Jupiter with incredible force. The event sparked intense interest in the field of planetary defense as people asked:.....»»
Long COVID rates have declined, especially among the vaccinated, study finds
In large study, rates of long COVID fell from 10% to 3.5% for the vaccinated. Enlarge / Long covid activists attend the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies heari.....»»
Auto repossessions surge 23% in U.S. during first half of 2024 as Americans fall behind on payments
With high interest rates and inflation hitting household budgets, the spike in seizures provides a window into the average consumer’s financial health at a key time for policymakers......»»
Newly Discovered Moon Caves Could One Day House Astronauts
Analysis of lunar imagery has ended a longstanding debate over whether there are accessible underground areas on the Moon; an emptied lava tube in the Sea of Tranquility is of particular interest......»»
Lice cause significant harm to cage-free poultry, study finds
Lice have been found feeding on the skin and blood of free-range chickens, which are infected at much higher rates than caged flocks. This finding could have implications for states like California, where all egg production is cage-free......»»
Leafy greens grown by night prove cheaper and just as good
Utility companies offer flexible electricity rates depending on the time of day to reduce demand at peak hours. That way, consumers can save some money, say, by using the dishwasher or tumble dryer at night. And the utilities avoid the need for massi.....»»