The decision by Google to remove several Indian apps from its app store has caused outrage, with Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stating that such actions “cannot be permitted”. The apps removed included popular platforms like Bharat Matrimony and Naukri, with Google citing non-compliance with its in-app payment guidelines as the reason for the removal.
The fashion world lost an icon with the passing of Iris Apfel at the age of 102. Known for her bold and vibrant fashion sense, Apfel left a lasting impact on the industry with her unique approach to style. Her ability to blend the unconventional with the elegant set her apart as a visionary in
Alphabet’s Waymo has received approval from the California Public Utilities Commission to expand its robotaxi service to parts of Los Angeles and the Bay Area. This approval allows Waymo to begin offering driverless passenger services in specified areas of Los Angeles and the San Francisco Peninsula. The expansion of Waymo’s service has sparked concerns among
The NCAA has recently made the decision to stop its enforcement staff from investigating booster-backed collectives or other third parties engaging in name, image, and likeness (NIL) compensation deals with Division I athletes. This move comes after a federal judge granted a preliminary injunction in a lawsuit brought by the attorneys general of Tennessee and
Rumors and leaks have suggested that the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE could be introduced this year. Despite the unusual decision to skip a model and launch the Galaxy S23 FE as the successor to the Galaxy S21 FE, information about the next generation of the FE lineup has surfaced, hinting at its possible launch. It
Despite already low expectations, a significant portion of European companies missed earnings expectations in the latest reporting season. According to analysts, around 50.2% of companies posted a beat as of Feb. 29 with 313 companies having reported. This marks the worst earnings season since the first quarter of 2020 when the pandemic first hit European
The global obesity crisis is reaching alarming levels, with more than one billion people around the world suffering from obesity. This number has more than quadrupled since 1990, according to a study released by the Lancet medical journal. The “epidemic” is particularly affecting poorer countries, where the rates of obesity are skyrocketing among children and
The Minnesota Vikings made the shocking announcement that they plan to release running back Alexander Mattison after five seasons with the team. This decision came after a disappointing year where Mattison failed to secure the starting job following the departure of Dalvin Cook. The move to release Mattison will result in the Vikings saving $3.35
In a landscape where China’s low consumer confidence and sluggish growth are hot topics among economists and investors, Yum China CEO Joey Wat presents a different perspective. Despite concerns over the broader Chinese economy, Yum China’s stock has fallen significantly over the past year, while its revenue continues to grow. Wat attributes this growth to
The sudden and tragic death of Thomas Kingston, the husband of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent’s daughter Lady Gabriella Kingston, has left many in shock. According to an inquest held at Gloucestershire Coroner’s Court, Thomas Kingston died from a “traumatic head wound” that was discovered after his father found him deceased in an outbuilding