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Seattle woman sparks debate after returning couch to Costco after two and a half years

A Seattle woman has sparked an online debate after sharing a video of her returning a couch to Costco, which she had owned for two and a half years. In the viral TikTok video, Jackie Nguyen explained that she simply…

First Female Governor of Turkish Central Bank Resigns Amidst Smear Campaign

Hafize Gaye Erkan, the first female governor of the Turkish Central Bank, has resigned from her position, less than a year after taking office, citing a smear campaign against her. In a statement, she expressed that the smear campaign had…

Six Nations Announces Partnership with SmartFrame Technologies for Image Distribution

Six Nations, the annual European rugby union tournament, has recently announced a new partnership with UK-based digital image tech start-up, SmartFrame Technologies. This partnership will see SmartFrame become the official photography and image-streaming distribution partner for the Six Nations national…

Nigerian National Petroleum Company Engages in Discussions with South Korean Consortium for Gas Projects

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has recently engaged in discussions with a South Korean consortium, led by Daewoo E & C, to explore opportunities for the development of gas projects in Nigeria. The talks, which took place in…

Stocks in Technology and Consumer Goods Sectors Experience Significant Movement

Stocks in the technology and consumer goods sectors experienced significant movement during midday trading on Friday. Meta, Apple, Intel, Amazon, and Clorox were among the companies that saw notable changes in their stock prices. Meta, formerly known as Facebook, saw…

Early Start for Shamrock Shake Season at McDonald’s

We might just be getting an early visit from Uncle O’Grimacey this year. As of Thursday, rumor had it that the iconic Shamrock Shake was making its way to McDonald’s menus earlier than ever in 2024, at least according to…

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg Faces Congressional Criticism and Investor Praise

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has had a tumultuous week, facing criticism from Congress over harmful content on his platforms while also being lauded by investors for the company’s financial performance. In a Threads post on Thursday, Zuckerberg reflected on the…

Hearty Acquisitions Inc. Recalls Tomato Basil With Rice Product Over Undeclared Soy Allergen

A recent food recall has been issued by Hearty Acquisitions Inc. over a potential allergen that was not declared on the label of one of its products. The company has recalled its Tomato Basil With Rice product due to the…

Over 100 Passengers and Crew on Cunard Cruise Ship Queen Victoria Affected by Gastrointestinal Illness

Reports from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have revealed that over 100 passengers and crew members on the Cunard cruise ship Queen Victoria have been affected by gastrointestinal illness during a three-week leg of a 107-night cruise….

Meta Platforms, Inc. Sees Significant Surge in Share Price Following Positive Quarterly Results

Meta Platforms, Inc., formerly known as Facebook, has seen a significant surge in its share price, with a gain of over 20% in New York following the release of its quarterly results. This surge comes in the wake of Jefferies…