Expert Advises Tourists to Book Seat at Rear of Plane for ‘Most Comfortable Flight’
Expert advises tourists to choose sensible clothing and consider the best seats on board for a comfortable long-haul flight. Tips from Skyscanner include wearing loose layers, saving jewelry for the holiday, and wearing comfortable footwear to avoid discomfort during the flight.
AT&T Confirms Data Breach Affecting 73 Million Customers
AT&T confirms data breach impacting 73 million current and former customers, including leaked security passcodes. Despite initial denials, the company now acknowledges the severity of the breach and the impact on millions of its customers.
Rising Egg Prices and the Impact of Avian Influenza
The cost of eggs has doubled since 2020, driven by factors such as increased demand around Easter, inflation, and the impact of avian influenza on hen populations. Avian influenza has led to a reduction in the number of hens producing eggs, resulting in a decrease in supply and driving up the average cost of a dozen eggs from $1.50 in 2020 to $4.20 in 2023. Poultry operations are vulnerable to avian influenza outbreaks, further constraining the supply of eggs. Farmers in central Texas have been affected by the surge in demand and escalating price of animal feed, leading to increased production costs and higher egg prices. Despite the challenges, local farmers remain committed to meeting customer needs and keeping costs as low as possible.
Backdoor Found in XZ Utilities Used by Many Linux Distros (CVE-2024-3094)
A vulnerability (CVE-2024-3094) has been discovered in XZ Utils, the XZ format compression utilities that are included in most Linux distributions. This vulnerability, as warned by Red Hat, may allow a malicious actor to break sshd authentication and gain unauthorized access to the entire system remotely. The cause of the vulnerability has been identified as malicious code present in versions 5.6.0 and 5.6.1 of the xz libraries. Red Hat has identified the vulnerable packages in Fedora 41 and Fedora Rawhide, urging users of those distros to immediately stop using them. The discovery of malicious code in the latest versions of the xz libraries highlights the critical importance of maintaining vigilance and expertise in cybersecurity.
NBA Player Kyle Kuzma Joins Venture Capital Fund Scrum Ventures as Advisor
Washington Wizards small forward Kyle Kuzma has joined venture capital fund Scrum Ventures as an advisor, marking his entry into the world of finance and technology. Kuzma will play a key role in identifying new investment opportunities within the sports and entertainment sectors, reflecting his proactive approach to diversifying his professional interests beyond basketball.
North Austin’s 2nd Annual Eggs-traordinary Event
Join us for North Austin’s 2nd Annual Eggs-traordinary Event on 30th March from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the North Austin YMCA. Enjoy an Easter egg hunt, games, crafts, and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny. Register in advance for this fun and free family event!
Kia issues recall for over 427,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to potential risk of moving while in park
Kia has issued a recall for over 427,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a potential risk of moving while in park. The recall covers Telluride vehicles manufactured between 2020 and 2023, as well as some 2024 models. The NHTSA warns of potential unintended vehicle movement while in park if the parking brake is not engaged, due to suspected improper assembly of the intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft by the supplier. Customers are advised to contact Kia’s Customer Care Center or a Kia dealer for more information. This latest recall underscores the importance of vehicle safety in the auto industry.
Delta planes clip wings at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, causing flight delays
Two Delta planes clipped wings on the runway at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, causing flight delays. The incident, involving Flight 1460 and Flight 1104, occurred at 10:45 a.m. on March 28. Fortunately, no one was injured, but the affected flights experienced significant delays. Delta Air Lines is actively investigating the incident to determine the cause and prevent similar occurrences in the future.
Japan’s Economic Growth Spells Trouble for Hedge Funds
Japan’s economy is on the rise, but this could spell trouble for hedge funds. As the country’s economic outlook improves, the need for hedging against potential downturns diminishes, reducing the demand for hedge funds. With Japan’s economy stabilizing, the appeal of hedge funds as a risk management tool may wane, leading to decreased investor interest in these funds.
Conagra Brands to Release Earnings Data on April 4th, 2024
Conagra Brands (NYSE:CAG) is set to release its earnings data before the market opens on Thursday, April 4th, 2024. Analysts are expecting the company to post earnings of $0.63 per share for the quarter. The company has also set its FY 2024 guidance at 2.600-2.650 EPS and its FY24 guidance at $2.60-2.65 EPS. Conagra Brands last announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, January 4th, reporting $0.71 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, surpassing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.68 by $0.03. The company had a return on equity of 14.78% and a net margin of 8.09%. It recorded revenue of $3.21 billion for the quarter, slightly lower than the consensus estimate of $3.23 billion.