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Microsoft is eliminating passwords for new accounts, prioritizing passkeys, push notifications, and security keys instead. This default passwordless option simplifies the sign-in process and improves security. Existing a…
Intensified US and British airstrikes in Yemen since January 2024 have resulted in hundreds of civilian deaths, including a devastating attack on a migrant detention center in Saada. While the strikes are justified by th…
Three Broadway musicals, "Buena Vista Social Club," "Death Becomes Her," and "Maybe Happy Ending," lead the 78th Tony Award nominations with 10 nods each. Other top contenders include "Dead Outlaw," "John Proctor Is the …
The US is closing a duty-free loophole for low-value packages, impacting online retailers like Shein and Temu. This "de minimis" exemption, allowing imports under $800 without duties, is being eliminated due to concerns …
A critical vulnerability, dubbed "AirBorne," in Apple's AirPlay protocol allows hackers to access devices on the same Wi-Fi network. The flaw affects Apple devices and millions of third-party gadgets using AirPlay. Apple…
Two Kentucky Wildcats, Koby Brea and Amari Williams, are projected late second-round picks in the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft, according to a recent mock draft by The Athletic. Brea's shooting ability and improved playmaking…
Xbox Game Pass welcomes two new titles on May 1st, 2025: Anno 1800 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. Both games are available on various platforms including Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud. The addition of Modern Warfar…
The S&P 500 rallied for its eighth consecutive day, up 0.6%, boosted by strong performances from Microsoft and Meta. Microsoft's strong cloud and AI results sent its shares soaring 7.6%. However, negative forward guidanc…
Following a court ruling against Apple, Spotify submitted an iOS app update allowing US users to utilize non-Apple payment options for subscriptions. This update, mirroring a similar announcement by Patreon, enables clea…
Three Broadway shows, "Buena Vista Social Club," "Death Becomes Her," and "Maybe Happy Ending," received 10 Tony Award nominations each. A total of 29 shows received nominations across 26 categories. Notable acting nomin…
President Trump's softened automotive tariffs will ease price increases but not prevent them entirely. Experts predict rising car prices, especially for models with high percentages of imported parts. Domestically-focuse…
Apple's fiscal second-quarter earnings beat revenue expectations at $95.36 billion, exceeding analyst predictions. However, the Services unit and Greater China sales fell short of forecasts, causing a more than 3% stock …
The UK experienced its hottest start to May on record on Thursday, with temperatures reaching 29.3C in London, surpassing the previous record of 27.4C set in 1990. This unusually warm weather, exceeding temperatures in s…
Three and a half years after the fatal shooting on the set of "Rust," Alec Baldwin's western film is finally being released. The film, which was delayed following the accidental death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, …
Researchers at Oligo Security discovered 23 vulnerabilities in Apple's AirPlay, dubbed 'AirBorne', allowing hackers on the same Wi-Fi network to take control of iPhones and other devices. Two critical flaws enable malwar…
Jodie Sweetin and Candace Cameron Bure, the "Full House" sisters, have differing political views, sparking online speculation of a feud. Sweetin clarified on a podcast that while they disagree, particularly on social iss…
Amazon exceeded Q1 earnings expectations, reporting $155.67 billion in sales and $1.59 EPS, surpassing analyst predictions. However, Q2 guidance fell short of Wall Street's projections, forecasting $13.0 billion to $17.5…
The Co-op, a British supermarket and services company, is battling a cyberattack. To mitigate the threat, staff are instructed to keep their webcams on during meetings and verify attendees' identities. Remote access is s…
The EU is in trade negotiations with the US to avoid a transatlantic trade war. EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič stated that the EU aims to increase US goods purchases by €50 billion to address the trade deficit. Whi…
Divers off San Diego discovered the carcass of a baby gray whale at an unusually shallow depth of 115 feet. The 18-foot-long, 2,000-pound whale's remains have since vanished, puzzling marine experts. The calf had been pr…
Kohl's Corp. fired CEO Ashley Buchanan for cause, citing undisclosed conflicts of interest involving vendor transactions and a consulting agreement with an individual he had a personal relationship with. Buchanan must fo…
Epic Games is revolutionizing its store to rival Apple's in-app purchases. Starting June, developers will keep 100% of their revenue up to $1 million per app annually, then a standard 88/12 split. A new "webshop" feature…
Alan Alda's 1981 film "The Four Seasons", about midlife marital crises, is remade as a Netflix miniseries. The original depicts a husband abandoning his wife for being "inert", showcasing a potentially misogynistic view.…
Hollow Knight: Silksong, a highly anticipated indie game, will be playable at Melbourne's ACMI museum starting September 18th, 2025, as part of the 'Game Worlds' exhibition. The exhibition will also showcase the game's d…
Google expands access to its AI Mode search feature, removing the waitlist for US users over 18 in Google Labs. New functionality includes resuming past searches and enhanced information for places and products, displayi…