Apes recognize friends they haven’t seen for decades, new research finds
Originally Published: 18 DEC 23 15:00 ET By Jack Guy, CNN Editor’s note: Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the…
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How long do electric car batteries last, and can they eventually be repurposed and given a second life?
With electric vehicle sales continuing to rise, Edmunds goes on a deep dive into how car batteries can be reused, recycled, or repurposed after being…
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5 common recyclable materials for greener building
Machinery Partner researched common materials contractors and DIY-ers alike can recycle and repurpose for more sustainable…
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Google to pay $700 million to US states, consumers in app store settlement
By MICHAEL LIEDTKE AP Technology Writer Google has agreed to pay $700 million and make several other concessions to settle allegations that it had…
Continue Reading Southwest hit by record $140 million fine for holiday service meltdown in 2022
CNN By Pete Muntean and Chris Isidore, CNN Washington (CNN) — The federal government is fining Southwest Airlines $140 million for last…
Continue Reading Apple to halt sales of some Apple Watches in US
Originally Published: 18 DEC 23 11:26 ET Updated: 18 DEC 23 13:43 ET By Samantha Murphy Kelly, CNN New York (CNN) — Apple plans to stop selling…
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Love it or hate it, self-checkout is here to stay. But it’s going through a reckoning
By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP Retail Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The promise of self-checkout was alluring: Customers could avoid long lines by scanning…
Continue Reading TikTok is pushing longer videos. Some creators worry about the vibe shift
CNN By Clare Duffy, CNN New York (CNN) — When TikTok took off in 2020 — with short dancing or comedy clips providing much-needed entertainment to…
Continue Reading Quaker Oats recalls dozens of products over foodborne illness risk
Originally Published: 16 DEC 23 14:30 ET Updated: 17 DEC 23 21:48 ET By Eva Rothenberg, CNN New York (CNN) — Quaker Oats on Friday recalled more…
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Do Americans value living near extended family? It depends
Family matters to many. QMedic examined Pew Research survey data to see how different types of Americans value living near extended…
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5 of the top AI roles companies are seeking to hire
Revelo looked at data from a 2022Â McKinsey report to see which jobs were the top jobs in…
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Like car prices, the annual cost of car ownership is also up
The General crunched Bureau of Labor Statistics data to determine how much the cost of owning a car has risen since…
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How AI can teach kids to write – not just cheat
The Hechinger Report looks into how ChatGPT’s ‘voiceless’ writing can help students find their writer’s ‘voice,’ and allow teachers to quickly…
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5 questions that can help guide your holiday tipping
By ELIZABETH AYOOLA of NerdWallet As you plan your holiday giving, you may be thinking about adding service workers to your list of recipients. But…
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Landfills in Washington and Oregon leaked 'explosive' levels of methane last year
Grist investigated EPA inspection reports that found methane exceedances are more common than operators say in the states of Washington and…
Continue Reading Experimental cancer vaccine, combined with immunotherapy, continues to show benefits against melanoma, trial shows
CNN By Katherine Dillinger, CNN (CNN) — An investigational mRNA vaccine used along with immunotherapy continues to show benefit for people with…
Continue Reading The nation’s largest credit union rejected more than half its Black conventional mortgage applicants
CNN By Casey Tolan, Audrey Ash and Rene Marsh, CNN (CNN) — The largest credit union in the US has the widest disparity in mortgage approval…
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2023: The year of AI gift-giving and other holiday shopping trends
Flowcode analyzed holiday shopping forecasts from Salesforce and the National Retail Federation to identify a few major trends for…
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How to put a ring on it and save for a house, too
By TAYLOR GETLER of NerdWallet Planning a wedding and buying a home are two of the most expensive milestones of adult life, and couples with both of…
Continue Reading Tesla recalls nearly all 2 million of its vehicles on US roads
CNN By Chris Isidore, CNN New York (CNN) — Tesla is recalling nearly all 2 million of its cars on US roads to limit the use of its Autopilot…
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What's driving the gender gap in EV popularity?
A study by Edmunds reveals major differences in how men and women approach EV car…
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Facebook watches teens online as they prep for college
An investigation by The Markup found Meta’s pixel tracking students from kindergarten to…
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El Paso Amazon distribution center works to fulfill orders during busy holiday season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Christmas season is here, and for retail employees, this is the busiest time of year. On Tuesday, ABC-7 got a look…
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CosMc’s: Why McDonald’s wants its own coffee chain
WLS, MCDONALD’S, CNN By Danielle Wiener-Bronner, CNN New York (CNN) — McDonald’s announced on Wednesday that it is piloting a new cafe…
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How to deck your car with amazing Christmas car decorations
Way.com compiles a list of 10 car-friendly Christmas decorations that will make your ride a little merrier this…
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When it comes to using AI, nursing students trust themselves to use it correctly—but not their peers or administrators
NurseJournal found that nursing and health students are split on the use of AI in nursing school and…
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Popularity of buy now, pay later plans is on the rise this holiday season, according to survey
Experian breaks down buy now, pay later plans and their increasing popularity as the holiday season goes into full…
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How much does it cost to get your house ready for Santa?
To calculate the “Santa Is Coming” Cost Index, LawnStarter researched the costs for 13 items you should jot down on your to-do list before St. Nick…
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Mermaids wanted, El Paso’s Jungle Reef is hosting a job fair
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso’s only touch aquarium in hosting a job fair today at the Shoppes at Solana, formerly known as Sunland Park. Jungle…
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When will the nursing shortage end?
The nursing shortage has impacted nearly every region in the U.S. Â NurseJournal looked into when the HRSA projects this shortage to…
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