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Snapchat Accused of Facilitating Child Sexual Abuse in New Mexico Lawsuit
New Mexico has filed a lawsuit against Snapchat, accusing the platform of enabling child sexual exploitation through features that allow predators to target minors in sextortion schemes.
McDonald's Introduces Mini McFlurry, Reduces Plastic with New Cup Design
McDonald's is introducing its first-ever Mini McFlurry on September 10, offering fans a smaller version of their favorite flavors, and is also replacing plastic lids with eco-friendly cups.
Albertsons Execs Accused of Text Message Destruction as FTC Challenges $24.6 Billion Kroger Purchase
The FTC is investigating Albertsons executives for allegedly destroying text messages related to the company's $24.6 billion sale to Kroger.
Steward Health Care CEO Declines Senate Testimony Amid Investigation Over Corruption, Hospital Mismanagement
Steward Health Care CEO Ralph de la Torre is refusing to testify before a Senate committee investigating the company's bankruptcy and management of its hospitals.
Costco Membership Costs Go Up: Is New Fee Increase Worth the Perks?
Costco has implemented its first membership price increase since 2017, raising annual fees for Gold Star and Executive memberships in the US and Canada.
Shein, Temu Accused of Selling Dangerous Baby Products, US Officials Demand Probe
Shein and Temu are facing calls from US regulators for an investigation into their safety practices after allegations of selling hazardous baby and toddler products.
Social Media Platform Bluesky Attracts 2 Million New Users After Brazil Bans Elon Musk’s X
Following Brazil's ban on Elon Musk's social media platform X, Bluesky has surged with two million new users in a week.
DC, Maryland Sue Gun Shops for Supplying Firearms Linked to Washington Crime Spree
Three gun shops are being sued by the attorneys general of Maryland and Washington, DC, for selling nearly three dozen firearms that were trafficked and linked to multiple crimes in the nation's capital.
Marketing Firm Admits Using Your Phone's Microphone to Target Ads for Facebook and Google
A report reveals that a marketing firm listens to users' smartphone microphones to target ads based on the information gathered, confirming long-held suspicions about phone surveillance
Elon Musk’s $44 Billion X Acquisition Leads to $24 Billion Loss for Investors as Platform Value Plummets
Elon Musk's $44 billion acquisition of X (formerly Twitter) has resulted in a 72% drop in the platform's value, leading to $24 billion in losses for Musk and his investors.
FDA Expands Vyvanse Production by 24% to Alleviate ADHD Treatment Shortages
U.S. drug authorities have approved a 24% increase in Vyvanse production to address the ongoing ADHD medication shortages that began two years ago due to labor issues and rising demand.
Cathay Pacific Conducts Fleet-Wide Airbus A350 Inspections After Discovering Engine Issue
Cathay Pacific has canceled dozens of flights to inspect its Airbus A350 fleet after finding engine issues on one of the jets.
Barbie Doughnuts Arrive at Krispy Kreme Just in Time for the Icon’s 65th Year
Krispy Kreme has launched a special Barbie-themed doughnut collection to celebrate Barbie's 65th birthday, featuring four pink doughnuts and a customized box.
Marks & Spencer Rampage: Jihadi Man Who Stabbed Worker in Her Neck Given Indefinite Hospital Order
A knifeman on a brutal rampage at a Marks & Spencer store receives an indefinite hospital order following the brutal incident.
Volkswagen Ends Longstanding Job Protection Amidst Increasing Challenges in European Auto Industry
Volkswagen has announced it may close plants in Germany and drop its job protection pledge from 1994 due to increasing competition and severe challenges in the European auto industry.
HP Maintains Legal Battle for $4 Billion in Autonomy Case After Mike Lynch’s Death
Hewlett Packard (HP) is continuing its legal battle to seek up to $4 billion in damages from the estate of Mike Lynch over allegations of fraud related to its acquisition of British tech firm Autonomy.
Chick-fil-A Drive-Thru Faces Backlash After Maryland Man Receives Receipt Labelled 'Monkeys'
A Maryland man claims he was racially insulted at a Chick-fil-A drive-thru when his receipt incorrectly labeled him as “Monkeys.”
Disney Channels, Including ESPN, Pulled from DirecTV Over Carriage Dispute
Disney channels, including ABC and ESPN, have gone dark for millions of DirecTV customers due to a major carriage dispute between the two companies.
California Moves to Ban Popular Snack Additives from School Lunches
California is considering a ban on certain food additives, commonly found in snacks like Flamin' Hot Cheetos and Twinkies, from school meals due to health concerns.
Boar’s Head Deli Plant Exposed as 'Listeria Factory' Amidst Violations, Experts Say
Food safety experts have condemned government inspectors for failing to address severe sanitation violations at Boar's Head's Virginia plant, which was linked to a deadly listeria outbreak affecting 18 states.
Eli Lilly Cracks Down on Cheaper Copies of Its Weight-Loss Drugs
Eli Lilly is taking action against cheaper, off-brand copies of its popular appetite-suppressing drugs by declaring shortages over and introducing a safer, discounted alternative.
Brazil's Supreme Court Halts Elon Musk’s X Over Non-Compliance with Content Moderation Orders
Brazil's Supreme Court ordered a nationwide suspension of Elon Musk’s social network X due to the company's refusal to comply with court orders.
Google Gemini Re-Enables AI Image Generator with New Restrictions for Human Depictions
Google has reactivated its AI image generator for some Gemini users, allowing the creation of images of people—but there's a catch.
Elon Musk’s X to Close San Francisco HQ, Analysts Cite Financial and Political Reasons
Elon Musk’s X will close its San Francisco headquarters on September 13, a move analysts attribute to both financial factors and Musk's dissatisfaction with California's political climate
Dollar General Revises Sales Outlook Downward as Low-Income Shoppers Tighten Wallets
Dollar General has lowered its sales and profit forecast for the year due to reduced spending by low-income shoppers.
Pavel Durov Under Investigation After Allegedly Enabling the Use of Telegram for Aiding Fraudsters, Drug Traffickers
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has been formally charged in France with serious offenses including child exploitation and drug trafficking, raising concerns among global tech leaders about the broader implications for the tech industry.
Female Wells Fargo Employee Found Dead in Cubicle, 4 Days After Clocking In for Work
A Wells Fargo employee was found dead at her desk in Tempe, Arizona, four days after scanning into work, following foul odor complaints from coworkers.
GM, Samsung SDI Finalize $3.5 Billion EV Battery Plant; Production Delayed to 2027
General Motors and Samsung SDI have finalized a $3.5 billion joint venture to build an electric vehicle battery plant in Indiana, but production has been delayed to 2027 due to slower-than-expected EV adoption.
Backpage Founder Michael Lacey Sentenced to 5 Years for Money Laundering in Prostitution Scheme
Michael Lacey, co-founder of Backpage.com, was sentenced to five years in prison and fined $3 million for money laundering related to a scheme that profited from prostitution ads on the now-defunct site.
Nokia Launches Retro Barbie Flip Phone for $99, Promising Break from Digital Overload
Nokia launches a $99 Barbie-inspired flip phone with 1990s and 2000s technology, aiming to offer a digital detox by excluding internet and social media features.