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Blue Bell Unveils Gooey Butter Cake Ice Cream for Easter

Blue Bell unveils Gooey Butter Cake ice cream just in time for Easter, featuring Cake Batter ice cream with a cream cheese swirl and gooey butter cake pieces. Available in limited-time half-gallon and pint sizes, marking Blue Bell’s expansion into the St. Louis area.

Cisco Completes Acquisition of Splunk, Enhancing Digital Visibility and Insights

Cisco completes acquisition of Splunk, enhancing visibility and insights across digital landscapes. Integration of network capabilities with leading security and observability solutions aims to empower teams to defend critical infrastructure and enhance network experience. Chuck Robbins, CEO of Cisco, excited about potential for revolutionizing how customers harness data. This development signifies a pivotal step in the evolution of Cisco’s offerings, highlighting its commitment to empowering organizations and fortifying their defenses against emerging threats.

Elon Musk Reveals Prescription Ketamine Use for Managing Depressive Episodes

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, disclosed in an interview that he uses prescription ketamine to manage his occasional depressive episodes. Musk claims the drug has been beneficial for investors in his companies, helping him stay in a positive frame of mind. This revelation sheds light on his personal approach to managing mental health and its impact on his role as a business leader.

JoAnn Fabric Files for Bankruptcy, 22 Stores in Massachusetts

JoAnn Fabric, with 22 locations in Massachusetts, has filed for bankruptcy, securing $132 million in fresh funding to reduce its $1 billion debt. The 81-year-old chain saw a brief surge in sales during the early days of COVID, but has been on a steady decline for years. Despite the bankruptcy, its 850 stores and website will remain open for business.

Embraer E2 Jet Programme Secures ETOPS Approval for E190-E2 and E195-E2 Aircraft

Embraer achieves ETOPS approval for E190-E2 and E195-E2 aircraft, allowing for more fuel-efficient and quicker routes with access to additional diversion airports. This milestone provides operators with expanded route options and potential cost savings, crucial for connecting longer range routes. Key operators include Azul Brazilian Airlines and Porter Airline.

Cerebras Systems Announces Third-Generation Wafer Scale Engine (WSE-3) Processors

Cerebras Systems announces its third-generation Wafer Scale Engine (WSE-3) processors, achieving a 2X performance improvement with a shift to a 5 nanometer process. The WSE-3 boasts an eight-wide FP16 SIMD math unit and 44 GB on-chip SRAM capacity, marking a significant advancement in supercomputing technology.

Gardening Expert Shares Brilliant Idea for Repurposing Plastic Waste into Mini Greenhouses

Learn how to repurpose plastic waste into mini greenhouses for sowing seeds during the winter months. This innovative hack involves transforming gallon jugs into functional containers for growing perennials, annuals, and vegetables. Not only does this upcycling project create a sustainable solution for plastic waste, but it also promotes cost-effective and healthy practices for growing one’s own food. The positive reception of this eco-friendly initiative is evident in the enthusiastic comments from viewers, reflecting the widespread interest in sustainable practices.

The Health Benefits of Guinness

Discover the lifelong love of Guinness by one writer and the potential gut health benefits of this iconic Irish stout. From family traditions in Dublin to the nutritional benefits highlighted by a leading UK nutritionist, learn why Guinness is more than just a popular pint on St Patrick’s Day.

1930 Rolls Royce Phantom Visits Jay Leno’s Garage

The 1930 Rolls Royce Phantom, a classic luxury car, made a special appearance on the latest episode of ‘Jay Leno’s Garage.’ This iconic model holds a significant place in the automaker’s history and continues to captivate car enthusiasts with its timeless charm. Hailing from California’s Nethercutt Collection, this particular 1930 Rolls Royce Phantom is one of the 25 examples featuring bodies crafted by New York coachbuilder Brewster. It boasts a unique town car configuration, characterized by an open cockpit at the front and a closed passenger compartment at the back.

Obong Idiong appointed as CEO of Heirs Technology

Heirs Technology, the newly launched subsidiary of investment company, Heirs Holdings, has appointed Obong Idiong as its new Chief Executive Officer. Idiong brings considerable experience in the technology sector and a visionary approach to his new role. Dr. Fumbi Chima has also been appointed as the Chair of Heirs Technologies, bringing her extensive global technology leadership experience to the company. Heirs Technologies aims to empower Africa’s digital transformation through innovative and locally tailored solutions.