In China, Microsoft employees were banned from using Android phones and were forced to use iPhones only as a device, sparking social media backlash due to overreliance on foreign technologies.

A US pharmacy study found that most patients prescribed Wegovy or Ozempic for weight loss discontinue their use within two years.

Former SpaceX employee alleges a "frat boy" culture at the company, where colleagues joked about being drunk while overseeing rocket launches and described pervasive casual sexism.

Swiss authorities have banned the use of the Sarco "suicide capsule," set to debut in euthanasia clinics, citing ethical and legal concerns about the device's method.

Despite initial plans to fill OpenAI's board seats, Apple and Microsoft will exit instead to avoid regulatory concerns but will continue their collaborative partnerships.

Wilson Phillips, the NRA’s former finance chief, has been banned from managing finances for any nonprofit in New York for the next decade and owes $2 million in damages for his role in misspent gun rights money.

Adidas may boost more sales than its rival Nike. Drake's Nike line faces challenges due to the Kendrick Lamar feud, although it could gain attention from public interest.

ATCO Electric faces a $3 million fine and is ordered to refund residents $4 million for misleading the Alberta Utilities Commission about its project costs.

Texas Oil and gas operations will resume operations following Hurricane Beryl's widespread power outages to almost 2.3 million Texans.

In China, a woman named Wang from Xuchang, Henan, returned 2.26 million yuan ($310,000) mistakenly transferred to her via Alipay, despite initial suspicions of a scam.

Fisker Automotive Inc. is recalling over 12,000 Ocean electric vehicles worldwide due to faulty door handles. This is the company's third recall this month as it faces ongoing investigations by the NHTSA.

UK utility Thames Water urgently seeks new funding to pay off £15 billion ($19 billion) debt burden amid regulatory disputes with OFWAT and potential shutdown by May 2025.

Over 100 Top CEOs from America's largest companies avoided financially supporting major party candidates in the 2024 presidential race, with most focusing contributions on congressional campaigns instead.

After two deadly 737 MAX crashes, Boeing finally pleaded guilty to criminal fraud charges with a $243.6 million fine. Here's how the criminal charges stacked up since 2018.

Bitcoin dropped 5.2% to $54,313 due to concerns over Mt. Gox's $8-9 billion Bitcoin repayment and other market sentiments that have contributed to increasing market supply and volatility.

Samsung Electronics could potentially be shaken up by workers, represented by the NSEU, going on a three-day strike in South Korea for better pay and conditions.

Analysts believe the US economy is returning to pre-pandemic norms, but election uncertainties may bring volatility due to potential shifts in economic policies based on electoral results.

A Singapore TikToker's viral video warns women about a scam offering $9,000 for a sexually suggestive photoshoot involving 50 men.

Hyper-realistic silicone masks in China, which can transform wearers into anyone, including celebrities, are found to bypass facial recognition, raising concerns about misuse and legal risks.

This guide provides essential information and tips for new borrowers to understand how student loans work and navigate the borrowing process effectively.

In 2023, Millennials topped the list for average savings by generation, followed by Gen Z, with Baby Boomers holding the largest total savings across generations.

Revolut prepares for a $500 million share sale, potentially valuing the company at over $40 billion, as plans to eventually go public go into motion.

Macau will no longer offer free food at its famed casinos following complaints from local restaurants, impacting their post-pandemic recovery as tourists increasingly opt for casino perks over traditional dining experiences.

Analyst Pierre Ferragu downgraded Nvidia's rating to neutral, citing concerns over future growth and valuation. Nvidia stock has struggled to return to its glory in the past few days.

Proposals to raise Ohio’s minimum wage to $15 per hour have failed this year due to insufficient signatures, delaying the initiative to potentially appearing on the ballot in 2025, following opposition from businesses.

Chinese automaker GAC is in talks with Turkey's TOGG for potential joint EV production ventures, a potential bilateral cooperation in both countries' automotive sectors.

Tesla's Model Y is now included on a Chinese government purchase list, making it the first foreign-owned electric vehicle brand approved for procurement by Jiangsu province.

Mt. Gox, the defunct Japanese Bitcoin exchange, has begun reimbursing creditors with Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash, starting with 140,000 Bitcoins recovered out of approximately 950,000 lost.

In June, the US labor market added 206,000 jobs while the unemployment rate rose to 4.1%, the highest since 2021, indicating potential underlying challenges despite positive job growth.

Italian authorities have ordered luxury fashion giants Dior and Armani to court after allegedly exploiting migrant workers earning as little as $2 an hour to produce high-priced handbags.