How to see Mars at its brightest at opposition this week
Stargazers in the northern hemisphere are in for a treat as Mars has reached its closest point to Earth, giving the best view of the Red Planet until the 2030s......»»
Beijing’s threat to hike import tariffs to challenge key U.S. brands in China
Beijing may raise tariffs to 25 percent from 15 percent on imported vehicles with engine sizes above 2.5 liters, the China Chamber of Commerce to the EU said this week, posing a threat to Detroit's efforts to sell its most profitable vehicles in the.....»»
Auto industry still heavily depends on Chinese parts. This Senate report shows why
This week's Senate Finance Committee report finding BMW imported thousands of vehicles with parts from a banned Chinese supplier underscores just how dependent on China the entire supply chain remains......»»
As governments crack down on fast fashion"s harms, could Shein lose its shine?
Fast-fashion brand Shein expressed interest last year in listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). But, having met some opposition from US politicians, including Republican Florida senator Marco Rubio, it has now reportedly turned its attention.....»»
Senate report shows how dependent on China auto industry remains
This week's Senate Finance Committee report finding BMW imported thousands of vehicles with parts from a banned Chinese supplier underscores just how dependent on China the entire supply chain remains......»»
Apple Music ‘best albums of all time’ countdown reveals the top 10
Apple Music’s ‘100 best albums of all time’ ranking kicked off last week, with the company revealing 10 of its choices each day, starting with 91-100. Apple has today completed its list, revealing its top 10 choices, with the number one albu.....»»
GRID offers steep discounts on its popular disassembled iPhone decor
As we approach Father’s Day next month, our friends at GRID Studio are running a sale this week with some notable discounts on their iconic deconstructed wall art. Head below for the full details on everything you need to know. more….....»»
Google sends DOJ unexpected check in attempt to avoid monopoly jury trial
Google steals DOJ tactic to dodge owing damages by paying DOJ upfront. Enlarge (credit: picture alliance / Contributor | picture alliance) Last week, Google sent a cashier's check to the US government that it claimed in.....»»
watchOS 10.5 Issues Include Problems With Gym Equipment
Apple Watch users have run into an assortment of watchOS 10.5-related issues in the days since the milestone upgrade’s release. Last week, Apple finally pushed its watchOS 10.5 update to Apple Watch. The software brought new features and under-.....»»
One week with the M4 iPad Pro: full of surprises, and questions ahead of WWDC
It’s been a full week since the M4 iPad Pro first arrived in users’ hands, and I’ve been working full-time on mine every day since then. I’ve used my new 13-inch iPad Pro for all my work at 9to5Mac, both indoors and outdoors, plus TV watc.....»»
Apple questions validity of DOJ antitrust lawsuit in bid to dismiss case
It’s been two months since the United States Department of Justice filed its lawsuit against Apple over alleged antitrust violations. While Apple has voiced opposition to the case before now, today the company has taken the first step toward filing.....»»
Researchers say economies in South China and Indochina set to suffer under precipitation extremes
Not a week seems to go by without news somewhere in the world of a disastrous flood, drought, wildfire, or some other kind of extreme climatic event. In Asia, the region of South China and Indochina (INCSC) is no exception......»»
Apple Arcade Guide: Everything available and what’s new?
Apple Arcade launched with close to 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added almost every week with over 200 games now in the library. Follow along with our guide on all the available Apple Arcade games plus the latest releases. more.....»»
Apple Vision Pro immersive ‘Adventure’ video shot in Paris premiering this week ahead of international launch
When the Vision Pro first arrived in users’ hands earlier this year, one of its most universally-praised features was content shot in the 180-degree Immersive Video format. There was a limited collection of such immersive content available on day o.....»»
Netflix, Apple TV+ and Peacock bundle priced at $15/mo for Comcast Xfinity customers
After being teased by the Comcast CEO last week, the StreamSaver bundle is now official. The bundle can be purchased by Xfinity Internet and TV customers, for $15 per month. For that price, you get access to Netflix Basic with ads, Peacock Premium.....»»
iOS 17.5.1 Issues Start Annoying iPhone Users
Like clockwork, iPhone users who have downloaded Apple’s new iOS 17.5.1 update are complaining about a variety of issues with the firmware. Earlier this week, Apple pushed iOS 17.5.1 to iPhone in order to address a serious reappearing photos bu.....»»
These are officially the brightest smart glasses ever made
The new Viture Pro improve on the original model in every way, most notably with its super-bright screens......»»
Appropriate exercise is an important part of crew health during space missions
Future missions to the moon and Mars must address many challenges, including preventing loss of bone and muscle tissue in astronauts. Research on the International Space Station is helping to address this challenge......»»
macOS Ventura 13.6.7 Issues Annoying MacBook Users
Apple’s latest upgrade for macOS Ventura is causing problems for MacBook users. Unfortunately, it could be awhile before the company releases bug fixes for the operating system. Last week, Apple pushed a new macOS Ventura 13.6.7 update to MacBo.....»»
OpenAI on the defensive after multiple PR setbacks in one week
Sexy voices, departing employees, and NDA rumors have challenged the AI company. Enlarge (credit: Benj Edwards | Getty Images) Since the launch of its latest AI language model, GPT-4o, OpenAI has found itself on the defe.....»»
Is gig work compatible with employment status? Study finds reclassification benefits both workers and platforms
As California legal challenges to the treatment and classification of so-called gig work continues apace, a Massachusetts trial over the same issues touched off this week......»»