Electric vehicles are usually safer for their occupants – but not necessarily for everyone else
May 01, 2024 03:43 am UTC| Insights & Views Business
The future of automobiles is electric, but many people worry about the safety of todays electric vehicles. Public opinion about EV crash safety often hinges on a few high-profile fire incidents. Those safety concerns...
‘Britain could soon lose control of its defence industry’ – expert Q&A
May 01, 2024 03:42 am UTC| Insights & Views Business
Miltary spending is surging in the face of heightened geopolitical tensions. The UK plans to hike its defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030, amounting to 87 billion a year. This is an increase from around 2.3% today,...
Restaurant Brands Surpasses Quarterly Expectations as Revival at Burger King Drives Growth
May 01, 2024 03:26 am UTC| Business
Restaurant Brands International reported surpassing Wall Street expectations for its quarterly results, riding high on a resurgence of customer demand at its Burger King outlets and Tim Hortons unwavering performance. A...
Tesla Expands Semi Trials to Sysco After PepsiCo Success
May 01, 2024 03:09 am UTC| Technology Business
Teslas Semi has once again exceeded expectations with food distribution giant Sysco, marking a significant step beyond its initial partnership with PepsiCo. Photographed in California, the Tesla Semis trial demonstrates...
Hong Kong Bitcoin, Ether ETFs Surge with $200M Investment on Debut
May 01, 2024 02:55 am UTC| Technology Digital Currency Business
In an impressive debut, Hong Kongs new Bitcoin and Ether ETFs attracted over $200 million in investments on their first trading day, April 30. This significant influx underscores the regions growing influence in the...
Walmart Debuts New Grocery Brand Featuring Plant-Based, ‘Made Without’ Products Under $5
May 01, 2024 02:51 am UTC| Business
Walmart Inc. announced the launch of its new grocery store brand as it seeks to attract more shoppers amid inflation and challenging economic conditions. The retail giant will offer products that will make culinary...
McDonald's Misses Quarterly Profit Estimates Amid Global Challenges
May 01, 2024 02:45 am UTC| Business
McDonalds reported a miss in quarterly profit estimates for the first time in two years, as cost-conscious consumers tightened their belts and the Middle East conflict contributed to a decline in international...
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