Month: June 2019

U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today unveiled this year’s Best 4th of ……Read On.

Five Japanese Automakers Invest in SoftBank-Toyota Self-Drive Venture

Five Japanese automakers including Suzuki Motor and Mazda Motor on Friday said they would each invest 2% in the on-demand, self-driving car ……Read On.

How Vanderbilt Became the Titan of College Baseball

June 28, 2019 Ryan McGee

“My coach, Tim Corbin, he’s Nick Saban,” said Kumar Rocker, the Vanderbilt freshman ace who’d just been named the College ……Read On.

It’s Ava Max’s #TBT Mixtape of Empowerment Bops Ahead of World Pride 2019

Welcome to #TBT Mixtape, Billboard‘s series that showcases artists’ very own throwback-themed playlists exclusive to Billboard‘s Spotify account. The curated set features the ……Read On.

Boeing 737 Max Facing More Problems as New Software Issue is Found

A new software issue has been found in the embattled Boeing 737 Max planes that could mean further delays to ……Read On.

Meghan And Harry Will Bring Baby Archie On A Royal Visit To South Africa This Autumn

Archie Harrison will undertake his first overseas tour this autumn with his parents the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. A ……Read On.

A.I. is Changing the Workforce. Here’s What Businesses Can Do to Keep Up

Artificial intelligence is set to bring about new types of jobs and companies must ensure employees learn the relevant skills ……Read On.

Median-Priced Homes Not Affordable For Average Wage Earners In 74 Percent Of U.S. Housing Markets

ATTOM Data Solutions, curator of the nation’s premier property database and first property data provider of Data-as-a-Service (DaaS), today released ……Read On.

‘Triple Whammy’ Threatens Climate Progress

A “triple whammy” of events threatens to hamper efforts to tackle climate change say UN delegates. At a meeting in ……Read On.

Zuckerberg Admits Pelosi Clip ‘Mistake’

Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg said the firm took too long to flag a doctored video of US House Speaker Nancy ……Read On.

Trump Calls India’s Tariff Hike ‘Unacceptable,’ Demands Its Withdrawal

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday asked India to withdraw retaliatory tariffs that New Delhi imposed this month, calling the duties “unacceptable”. India slapped higher ……Read On.

How to Make Ginger Juice

Ginger is the zingy ingredient that adds oomph to stir-fries, gives depth to spicy curries and makes the holiday season ……Read On.

Russia Threatens Military Response to Any NATO Action Over Nuclear-Ready Missile

Moscow has said it will take “countervailing military measures” should NATO fulfil any threat related to Russia’s nuclear-ready cruise missile ……Read On.

Scaramucci Encourages Iran to Ratchet Back Tensions, Says Trump is ‘Very Fearless’

Former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci believes it would be “very smart” for Iran to de-escalate tensions with the ……Read On.

Apple Buys Self-Driving Car Startup Drive AI Before it Closes

June 26, 2019 Ronan Glon

Apple opened its war chest to purchase a startup named Drive AI that specializes in developing the technology needed to ……Read On.

‘The Office’ is Leaving Netflix in 2021 Because NBC Wants it Back

June 26, 2019 Greg Kumparak

Well, it’s official: The Office is leaving Netflix. Michael Scott and the rest of Dunder Mifflin will be heading for ……Read On.

Treasury Secretary Mnuchin Says US-China Trade Deal is 90% Complete

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin told CNBC that the U.S. and China were almost there on a trade deal. “We were ……Read On.

Nike Dropped a Line of Sneakers After Its Designer Risked Supporting Hong Kong Protest

June 25, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

Nike is said to have axed a new line of China-only sneakers earlier this month after the designer promoted a ……Read On.

Israel Folau: Australian Rugby Star’s New Fundraiser Earning $1,000 a Minute

Israel Folau has found another way to raise funds for his legal battle against Rugby Australia after his GoFundMe page ……Read On.

Tiger Woods Removed from Wrongful Death Lawsuit

June 25, 2019 Associated Press

Tiger Woods is no longer a defendant in a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the parents of a drunken driver ……Read On.

Emmy Nominations: Will Underdog Shows Shake Things Up?

June 25, 2019 Robert Rorke

Monday night marked the deadline for TV academy members to fill out their ballots for September’s Emmy Awards. With 2,300 ……Read On.

Michael Jackson’s Complicated Legacy 10 Years After His Death

June 25, 2019 Chuck Arnold

Sadly, there are some Michael Jackson songs that — 10 years after the King of Pop’s death rocked the world ……Read On.

How To Travel Alone – And Love It

June 25, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

Albert Watson In retrospect, the happiest moments of my life have probably been spent at 30,000 feet. Even on a ……Read On.

Mark Hamill, Kevin Kline and Others to Perform Play on Mueller Report

June 25, 2019 Joe Tacopino

A cast of Hollywood actors — including Alyssa Milano, Annette Bening and John Lithgow — are set to perform a ……Read On.

ZF Friedrichshafen AG Drives Future of Work with Citrix

June 25, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

In the future, vehicles will see, think and act safely. ZF Friedrichshafen AG is working on solutions to ensure it ……Read On.

New Tech Helping Search Teams Find People in the Wilderness

June 25, 2019 Associated Press

Yesenia D’Alessandro loaded a GPS tracking app on her cellphone and trudged into a remote Hawaii forest, joining more than ……Read On.

Italy Wins Vote To Host 2026 Winter Games

June 24, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

Italy will host the 2026 Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, taking the Winter Games to the Alpine country for ……Read On.

Sperm Banks in Space Could Soon Become a Reality, Study Reveals

June 24, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

Scientists have suggested that a sperm bank could one day open in space, according to a new study. According to ……Read On.

Iran Says It Will Break The Uranium Stockpile Limit Agreed Upon Within 10 Days

June 17, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

Iran is ramping up enrichment of low-grade uranium and will pass the limit it is allowed to stockpile under the nuclear ……Read On.

Breaking News: Ousted Egyptian President Morsi Dies In Court

June 17, 2019 Bob Martin

Former Egyptian president Mohamed Morsi died on Monday in a Cairo hospital, after fainting during a session in court, judicial ……Read On.

UK-Listed Firms Can Sell Shares In China For The First Time

June 17, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

UK-listed companies can sell shares in China for the first time from today as the London-Shanghai Stock Connect service opens ……Read On.

Killer Virus Destroyed By UK Lab

June 17, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

Scientists have destroyed the UK’s laboratory stocks of a virus that once caused devastating cattle losses. These stocks accounted for ……Read On.

‘Game of Thrones’ Mountain Defends His World’s Strongest Man Title

June 17, 2019 Debbie Little

The last time we saw The Mountain on “Game of Thrones”, he was hurtling to his death in a giant ……Read On.

Progressives Just Won’t Admit The Truth About Opioids And The Homeless

June 17, 2019 Christopher F. Rufo

By latest count, some 109,089 people are sleeping on the streets of major cities in California, Oregon and Washington. The ……Read On.

Amazon Sued for Recording Children’s Voices Via Alexa

June 14, 2019 Richard Morgan

Amazon was slapped with a pair of class-action lawsuits this week over its Alexa voice assistant, which is getting accused ……Read On.

Democrats Have Set Themselves a Major ‘Climate Trap’

June 14, 2019 Rich Lowry

If President Trump claws his way to victory again in Pennsylvania and the Upper Midwest, his path will likely go ……Read On.

FDA Issues Warning After Patient Dies Following Fecal Transplant

Scanning electron micrograph of various bacteria found in a sample of human faeces. Steve Gschmeissner | Science Photo Library | ……Read On.

Sensex, Nifty Modestly Lower In Early Trade

Indian shares were modestly lower on Friday after oil prices surged more than 2 percent overnight and China said it ……Read On.

Nintendo: We’re ‘Evaluating’ Streaming

June 14, 2019 Brian Heater

Game streaming loomed large as the biggest story of E3. Between Google’s Stadia news late last week, Microsoft’s Game Pass ……Read On.

A Californian Business is Using A.I. to change Energy Storage on a Large Scale

While sources such as solar and wind may be good for the planet, they do not promise a constant and ……Read On.

Elton John & Taron Egerton Release Colorful ‘(I’m Gonna) Love Me Again’ Video

When he was beginning to approach the monumental role of Elton John for Rocketman, Taron Egerton couldn’t have known that ……Read On.

US Says Video Shows Iran Removing Unexploded mine from Oil Tanker

June 14, 2019 Tamar Lapin

The US military has released video it says shows Iran’s Revolutionary Guard removing an unexploded mine from one of the ……Read On.

NBA Finals 2019: 3 Reasons Why the Raptors Beat the Warriors

June 14, 2019 E.Jay Zarett

The Raptors are NBA champions. Toronto closed out the Warriors with a 114-110 win at Oracle Arena on Thursday in ……Read On.

What New Technology Means For The Future Of Film

Netflix has promised more interactive shows following the success of Black Mirror: Bandersnatch Netflix Film has always been shaped by ……Read On.

Why India Vs Pakistan at The World Cup is The Hottest Ticket in Cricket

India and Pakistan have a fraught relationship at the best of times, but when it comes to cricket, the competition ……Read On.

The Duchess Of Cambridge Delivers Impassioned Speech At The First Action On Addiction Gala

June 13, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

Shutterstock Despite London’s persistent inclement weather, the Duchess of Cambridge dressed for spring at the inaugural Action on Addiction Gala. ……Read On.

Congresswoman Torres Blasts ‘Sex-Starved Males’ Opposed To Abortion Rights

June 13, 2019 Tamar Lapin

A Democratic lawmaker caused a stir on the House floor Wednesday when she said she was sick of hearing “so ……Read On.

Growing Fintech Revolut Expands Beyond Europe With Australia Launch

Fintech start-up Revolut launched its app in Australia on Thursday, marking its first expansion outside of Europe. The online banking ……Read On.

Twitter Reacts To The St. Louis Blues Winning The Stanley Cup

June 13, 2019 Sammi Silber

It finally happened. After 52 years of heartbreak and being dead last in the NHL back in January, the St. ……Read On.

How Game 7 Of The Stanley Cup Final Will Be Won

June 12, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

It’s all come down to Game 7 in the Stanley Cup Final between the Boston Bruins and St. Louis Blues. ……Read On.

Businesses Showing Discontent With Trump’s Trade Policies

June 12, 2019 Associated Press

President Donald Trump’s aggressive and wildly unpredictable use of tariffs is spooking American business groups, which have long formed a ……Read On.

Women’s World Cup 2019: U.S. Women Make Opening Statement With Record Rout Of Thailand

June 12, 2019 Graham Hays

REIMS, France — The last team off the field four years ago in Canada, when it hung around amid the ……Read On.

Busiest US Port Hit By 7th Straight Month of Export Declines Amid Trade War

June 12, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

America’s top two busiest container ports, the Los Angeles and Long Beach, on Tuesday reported declines in export volumes in ……Read On.

The US Will Maintain Oil Production Despite Falling Prices, Says Energy Secretary

June 12, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

The U.S. will maintain its oil production — or even ramp it up higher — despite low energy prices and ……Read On.

NYC’s Worst Road Menaces Are Often Its Public Employees

June 12, 2019 Connor Harris

Shocking video taken on the West Side Highway near 24th Street shows a maroon Dodge Challenger accelerate from a standstill ……Read On.

Huawei Exec: We Need More Time To Become The World’s Top Phone Maker

A woman cycles past a Huawei store in Shenyang, China. Stringer | Reuters China’s Huawei Technologies will need more time ……Read On.

NBA Players React On Twitter To Kevin Durant’s Leg Injury

June 11, 2019 Jordan Greer

Warriors star Kevin Durant returned to the court Monday night for Game 5 of the NBA Finals only to go ……Read On.

MPs Call for Ban on ‘Gagging Clauses’

MPs have called for a ban on “gagging clauses” used by employers to silence allegations of unlawful discrimination and harassment. ……Read On.

Who Can Trigger A Review On Pass Interference? Why NFL Coaches Are Worried

June 11, 2019 Kevin Seifert

As spring turns into summer, a fierce debate is raging among NFL decision-makers: Who should stop the game to review ……Read On.

Weather Warning: Twice the Average June Rainfall Expected in Just One Week

More than 100mm of rain is expected to fall on parts of Britain this week – double the average for ……Read On.

New York, London and Paris Remain The World’s Most Competitive Cities…

New York, London and Paris continue to dominate as the world’s top three most competitive cities. But their prime positions ……Read On.

Bug-Eating Pitcher Plants Found To Consume Young Salamanders, Too

Call it the “Little Bog of Horrors.” In what is believed to be a first for North America, biologists at ……Read On.

Firms Say US Abortion Curbs Are “Bad For Business”

June 10, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

Nearly 200 business leaders have signed an open letter arguing US moves to restrict abortion are “bad for business”. The ……Read On.

European Economics Preview: UK GDP, Industrial Output Data Due

(RTTNews) – Monthly GDP estimate, industrial production and foreign trade figures are due from the UK on Monday, headlining a ……Read On.

James Corden Kicks Off the 2019 Tony Awards With Ambitious Opening Number

June 10, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

Another op’nin’, another show! The 2019 Tony Awards started off with a bang, as host James Corden led the casts ……Read On.

Cocaine, Cannabis and Opium: Which Politicians Have Used Drugs and What Did They Take?

June 10, 2019 Adam Rittenberg

The confession by Environment Secretary Michael Gove that he once took cocaine has again shone the spotlight on past drug ……Read On.

French Open: Who is 17-year-Old Star Amanda Anisimova?

As her down-the-line backhand flew past Simona Halep, 17-year-old Amanda Anisimova dropped her racquet to the side, put her hands ……Read On.

FedEx Says it Will No Longer Deliver Amazon Packages with its Fast Shipping Service

June 7, 2019 Associated Press

FedEx announced on Friday that it would not be renewing a contract with Amazon having to do with its Express ……Read On.

Bloomberg Donates $500M in Bid to Close all Coal Plants in US

June 7, 2019 Ben Feuerherd

Former Mayor Michael Bloomberg is donating half a billion dollars to a new environmental campaign to close all of the ……Read On.

US and Mexico: Negotiators Claim Progress; No Deal Yet

U.S. and Mexican officials claim to be making progress as they labored for a second day to avert import tariffs. ……Read On.

Patriots Reveal Latest Super Bowl Rings

June 7, 2019 E.Jay Zarett

The Patriots revealed their latest Super Bowl rings Thursday. The ring is made out of 10-karat gold and features about ……Read On.

Rachel Green’s Guide To Life

June 7, 2019 Associated Press

Getty Friends fans know that it’s as impossible to go a week without referencing the TV cult phenomenon as it ……Read On.

Did Biden Go Green Enough? Green New Deal Advocates Split

The climate change activists who vaulted the Green New Deal to prominence in the 2020 presidential campaign got what they ……Read On.

Google’s Chrome browser plans ‘Risk Undermining Fight Against Online Child Abuse’, Govt Warned