A TikTok ban is back on the table after the House approved a new bill on Saturday addressing the issues that stalled it out in the Senate. The bill would allow the Biden administration to ban TikTok nationwide if it doesn’t divest from its China-based owner, Bytedance, within a year. It’s different from a similar … Read more
Considering the swank business-class service being rolled out on long-haul routes, airline travel gurus have suggested that splurging on a first-class seat may not always be necessary. The level of luxe depends on the airline and on the particular model of plane. Here, we look at business class on three Middle Eastern airlines—Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways—highlighting some of the perks they … Read more
Taylor Swift gave fans a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into her life in a recent promotional video for her single, “Fortnight” off of The Tortured Poets Department. In true Swift fashion, the musician was prepared with visuals and special features on her highly-anticipated 11th studio album. Released on April 19, which fans have noted has its … Read more
It’s been a difficult few years for the stock of Rivian Automotive (RIVN -2.27%), which has gone from hitting over $179 soon after it debuted in November 2021 to under $10 today. Rivian’s problems and why the EV stock is down Rivian has been making progress selling vehicles, as it more than doubled production and … Read more
GOP Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie railed on House Speaker Mike Johnson and his handling of the foreign aid bills, despite deciding not to move to oust the speaker Saturday. Greene argued that more House Republicans will support their effort after going home over recess and speaking with their constituents. “I’m actually gonna … Read more
Every year, the TV world is a double-edged sword. Yes, we get many new shows to get excited about. But we also lose beloved shows and underrated gems to cancellations. 2024 is no different. 2024’s cancellations so far have been brutal. The loss of Our Flag Means Death prompted fan mourning and collective action to … Read more
Shares of Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI) have set the market on fire in the past year with outstanding gains of 795%, and one analyst believes this red-hot rally is set to continue. Supermicro’s business is booming thanks to the rapidly growing demand for its artificial intelligence (AI) server solutions, and Loop Capital analyst Ananda … Read more
This is FOMO, your destination for the best party photos from each week’s most fabulous events. Live the IRL fun URL, ahead. Manolo Blahnik Hosts A Luncheon At Chateau Marmont Manolo Blahnik hosted an intimate luncheon at famed Los Angeles institution Chateau Marmont on April 11. Guests like Gillian Jacobs, Jamie Mizrahi, and more, sipped … Read more
Fourteen years ago, the British Petroleum (BP) Deepwater Horizon offshore drilling rig suffered a blowout in water a mile deep. The Gulf of Mexico explosion took the lives of 11 people, released 134 million gallons of oil into the Gulf over 87 straight days, wreaked widespread ecological harm, displaced communities, and devastated local economies. Ultimately, … Read more
Welcome, folks, to Week in Review (WiR), TechCrunch’s weekly news recap. The weather’s getting hotter — but not quite as hot as the generative AI space, which saw a slew of new models released this week, including Meta’s Llama 3. In other AI news, Hyundai-owned robotics company Boston Dynamics unveiled an electric-powered humanoid follow-up to … Read more
Water is essential to our health and bodily wellbeing. And yet it’s not uncommon for us to find staying hydrated difficult–especially as busy, burned-out individuals. “Everything in your body depends on optimal hydration, from organ function to hormone balance,” explains Los Angeles-based nutritionist Kimberly Snyder. “When you’re hydrated, your joints are lubricated, your skin is … Read more
Go High Level Pricing Offers Diverse Plans to Meet the Unique Needs of Agencies, Businesses, Enabling Customized Growth Strategies LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESSWIRE / April 19, 2024 / How much does Go High Level cost? Go High Level Pricing introduces a structured approach, emphasizing transparency and adaptability. With a range of pricing tiers designed … Read more
How do you solve the problem of growing a popular smart home platform committed to open-source, open-standard ideals into something bigger that stays true to those ideals? You create a foundation. At least, that’s the approach Home Assistant founder Paulus Schoutsen has chosen. This week, Home Assistant announced it is now part of the Open … Read more
Antonio Brown just can’t stop posting about Caitlin Clark. The WNBA’s No. 1 draft pick this season, blocked Brown on X on Thursday, after he repeatedly posted creepy comments about her body. “Caitlin Clark looks like shе kееps it hairy,” he wrote in one post, which went viral on the platform. As an avid internet … Read more
Takako Hatayama-Phillips Earnings of Westamerica Bancorporation (NASDAQ: NASDAQ:WABC) will most likely decline this year because of a lackluster growth of the balance sheet and a decline in the net interest margin. Overall, I’m expecting the company to report earnings of $5.40 per share for 2024, down 10.8% year-over-year. My valuation analysis shows that the market … Read more
An American Airlines Airbus A319 airplane takes off past the air traffic control tower at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, January 11, 2023 Saul Loeb | AFP | Getty Images The head of the Federal Aviation Administration on Friday said the agency will increase the required amount of rest time for air … Read more
Alfred Nobel, the Swedish scientist, inventor, and entrepreneur who left most of his fortune as the foundation for the Nobel Prize, stipulated the assets from his estate should be invested in “safe securities” to sustain the endowment for the prizes. Alfred Nobel made his fortune through his invention of dynamite, and he passed away in 1896. His will … Read more
When Disney bought 20th Century Fox, it seemed inevitable that the company would find a way to get Marvel to crossover with the Alien or Predator. It took some time, but thanks to comics it came to fruition last year with Wolverine fighting the Predator (because who else would?), and now it’s continuing by pitting … Read more
Drake turned up the heat on Friday, following up the official release of his Kendrick Lamar diss track “Push Ups” from earlier this week with “Taylor Made Freestyle,” which appears to feature AI vocals from Tupac Shakur and Snoop Dogg. Late Friday night, April 19, the rapper took to social media to share another scathing … Read more
Planet Fitness is growing revenue and posting consistent earnings. Due to the temporary closures of gyms and other public spaces enacted to slow the spread of COVID-19, Planet Fitness (PLNT 0.05%) took a big financial hit during the early stages of the pandemic. But shares eventually recovered before hitting a new peak in November 2021. … Read more