Month: March 2024

Häagen-Dazs supports women-centric charities in Asia and Europe

Häagen-Dazs is supporting women-centric charities in Asia and Europe through various philanthropic activities, including donations from the sale of limited-edition products and special promotions. The brand’s commitment to empowering women is showcased through its support of organizations in Taiwan, India, and the UK, as well as the upcoming International Women’s Day promotions. The campaign, known as The Rose Project, aims to recognize and support unsung women making remarkable contributions, with nominations now open for the 2024 awards.

Boeing faces federal investigation after United Airlines pilots report ‘stuck’ control incident

Boeing is under federal investigation after United Airlines pilots reported a ‘stuck’ control incident involving a 737 Max aircraft during landing at Newark last month. The NTSB confirmed that none of the 161 people on United flight 1539 were injured, and the plane was able to return to the gate. This incident is the latest in a series of issues involving the nearly-new Boeing 737 Max aircraft, raising concerns about the safety of these planes.

The Rise of Electric Cars: A Sustainable Future for Transportation

Electric cars are becoming increasingly important in the automotive industry due to concerns about climate change and air pollution. They offer environmental friendliness, cost savings, and advancements in battery technology, making them a more appealing option for drivers. As the demand for electric cars rises, major automakers are increasing production, and the infrastructure for electric vehicle charging is growing, making electric cars the future of sustainable transportation.

Mizuho Raises Price Targets for Semiconductor Stocks

Mizuho raises price targets for semiconductor stocks including Arm Holdings, NVIDIA, Broadcom, and AMD. The firm highlights AI and Custom Silicon landscape, emphasizing significant upside opportunities for ARM. Investors react to the news with varying opinions on Mizuho’s analysis.

United Boeing 737 engine catches fire after takeoff from IAH

Passengers aboard a United Boeing 737 faced a terrifying moment when the plane’s engine caught on fire just moments after leaving IAH. The flight had to turn around and make a harsh landing back at Bush Airport, leaving passengers traumatized but unharmed. United provided a statement and compensation for the affected passengers.

Epic Insurance Appoints Jim Romanelli as Executive Vice President for Northeast Region

Epic Insurance appoints Jim Romanelli as executive vice president for the Northeast region, signaling their commitment to expanding their presence and operations in the area. With Romanelli’s extensive experience in the insurance industry, particularly in the retail property and casualty sector, the company aims to leverage his expertise to capitalize on opportunities and navigate the competitive landscape in the region. Romanelli will spearhead initiatives to enhance market penetration, cultivate client relationships, and drive business development, strengthening Epic Insurance’s position in the Northeast market.

Street Corn Salad recalled in California over Listeria concerns

Woolery Enterprises, Inc., doing business as Will’s Fresh Foods of San Leandro, CA, is recalling Will’s Fresh Foods Street Corn Salad over potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recalled product, distributed in California, poses a risk of severe and life-threatening infections. Consumers are advised to throw out or return the recalled products and seek medical treatment if symptoms of Listeria infection develop.

Microsoft Engineer Raises Concerns About AI Image Generator Copilot Designer

A Microsoft engineer has raised concerns about the AI image generator, Copilot Designer, created by the tech giant in collaboration with OpenAI. Shane Jones, who has been with Microsoft for six years, has been testing the AI tool in his free time and has discovered disturbing and inappropriate content being generated by the system. Despite raising his concerns with Microsoft, Jones claims that the company has not taken appropriate action to address the issue. In an effort to escalate the matter, he has sent letters to the FTC Chair and Microsoft’s board to draw attention to the problematic content being generated by the AI tool.

EU Launches Investigation into Apple’s App Store Policies

The European Union has launched an investigation into Apple’s App Store over concerns of anticompetitive behavior following the shutdown of Epic Games. The probe focuses on whether Apple’s rules for app developers violate competition regulations, with scrutiny on the company’s 30% commission and strict guidelines. The outcome could have significant implications for Apple’s App Store policies and the broader app ecosystem, highlighting the ongoing debates around competition and fairness in the digital marketplace.

Lunar Eclipse Coincides with Holi, India’s Festival of Colours

This year’s first lunar eclipse coincides with India’s Holi festival, but the eclipse won’t be visible in India. Skywatchers in parts of Europe, the US, and Japan will be able to see the penumbral lunar eclipse on March 25th. The eclipse won’t impact Holi rituals in India due to its lack of visibility.