Spirit Aero chief in spotlight as Boeing searches for new CEO
Spirit Aero chief in spotlight as Boeing searches for new CEO.....»»
10 best action movie sidekicks ever, ranked
Some action movie heroes are nothing without their sidekicks, and these ten characters deserve the spotlight for helping their partners save the day......»»
Siren 13.4 provides accelerated data retrieval for analysts
Siren announced details of a new patent and the release of Siren 13.4. Dr. Renaud Delbru, Chief Scientific Officer at Siren, said: “Our most recent patent stands out as a one-of-a-kind offering in the market, reaffirming our commitment to innov.....»»
Space Force chief says commercial satellites may need defending
"It would stand to reason that same philosophy would extend into space." Enlarge / Gen. Chance Saltzman, the top general on the US Space Force, testifies before a Senate subcommittee in March. (credit: Drew Angerer/Getty Images).....»»
Apple AI chief refers to iOS 17 Safari search feature in Google antitrust testimony
Apple AI chief John Giannandrea pointed out the quiet feature addition to Safari's search in iOS 17 as part of his testimony during Google's DoJ antitrust lawsuit.The Department of Justice is in the middle of an antitrust trial with Google over alleg.....»»
Recycling plastic not enough, warns UN environment chief
With the production of plastic on the rise worldwide and creating ever more pollution, the UN environment chief warned that humanity cannot just recycle its way out of the mess, and she called for a total rethink about the way we use plastics......»»
Ex-UN climate chief has "lost patience" with fossil fuel industry
The UN's former climate chief said Thursday she had "lost patience" with fossil fuel companies and that they should steer clear of crunch talks in Dubai if the industry refuses to be part of the solution......»»
In an AI future, Toyota Research Institute still sees room for human touch
The Toyota Research Institute searches for breakthroughs in fundamental technologies that could enable any number of applications. But there's one overriding mantra — tech should empower humans, not replace them......»»
Looks matter—handsome bank CEOs can earn a million more than their less attractive colleagues
Appearance significantly influences the compensation of chief executive officers in the banking sector. In American banks, CEOs with more attractive facial features earn, on average, one million dollars more per year than their less appealing colleag.....»»
Spotlight on mud snakes: Study unveils evolutionary secrets of enigmatic snake family from Southeastern Asia
A new University of Kansas genomic investigation of a group of unheralded but unique "mud snakes" from Southeast Asia is rewriting the evolutionary history of this family, named the Homalopsidae. The results just were published in the Bulletin of the.....»»
UAW chief: Strike to grow Friday if no progress
UAW President Shawn Fain said workers at more plants would be called to join the strike starting on Friday if the union is not satisfied with the state of negotiations......»»
Unifor prepared for "all scenarios, including strike" as Ford talks drag, deadline nears
“At this late stage in the negotiations, the union and the company remain far apart,” Unifor President Lana Payne and other chief union negotiators told members in a joint letter late Sept. 17......»»
UAW chief: ‘Progress is slow’ in talks as strike enters 4th day
“Progress is slow,” Fain said on MSNBC’s “The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart.” “I don’t really want to say we’re closer.” Fain declined to say when he might announce a second wave of strikes......»»
UAW chief: ‘Progress is slow’ in talks as strike enters third day
“Progress is slow,” Fain said on MSNBC’s “The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart.” “I don’t really want to say we’re closer.” Fain declined to say when he might announce a second wave of strikes......»»
Dead spider claws and "anal-print" toilets: 2023"s Ig Nobels
Reanimating dead spiders to use them as robot claws, licking rocks, backwards talking and a toilet that scans "anal-prints": this year's Ig Nobel prizes again put a spotlight on the quirky side of science......»»
Here’s a roundup of hands-on iPhone 15 videos
9to5Mac editor-in-chief Chance Miller shared his hands-on iPhone 15 video straight from the Apple event in Cupertino, focusing on the Pro models. This included his impression of the new titanium frame, a run-through of the various ways to use the new.....»»
The complex chemistry behind America"s spirit: How bourbon gets its distinctive taste and color
Few beverages have as rich a heritage and as complicated a chemistry as bourbon whiskey, often called "America's spirit." Known for its deep amber hue and robust flavors, bourbon has captured the hearts of enthusiasts across the country......»»
Princess Peach Showtime shines a spotlight on Mario’s leading lady
Peach is ready to take on her own adventure to save the Sparkle Theater in Princess Peach Showtime! coming March 22, 2024......»»
UAW chief says strike likely; Ford CEO questions union’s effort to reach deal
The union said proposed wage increases were 20% from Ford, 18% from GM and 17.5% from Stellantis. Ford and Stellantis said the UAW had not responded to offers they presented Tuesday before Fain criticized them......»»
UAW chief will order strikes at targeted plants Thursday night if no Detroit 3 deal reached
The union said proposed wage increases were 20 percent from Ford, 18 percent from GM and 17.5 percent from Stellantis. All three would cut in half the time it takes to earn top wages to four years, down from eight years now......»»
What Android can do to be more like Apple
It’s Apple week for us here at Phandroid. Yes, Apple Week. As much as we all love Android here – it’s always good to keep an eye on the competition. Undoubtedly there is no other competitor to Android than Apple. In the spirit of competitio.....»»