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Tourism problems may have you paying more in Japan if you’re a foreigner
Japan is reportedly facing an unusual problem: too many tourists. Foreigners are flocking to the country in record numbers in the first half of 2024, with 17.78-million foreigners visiting the country. The added tourism brought around $11.4 billion to Japan’s economy in the first quarter of 2024. The record-number of visitors is largely attributed to… -
Neuralink advances with second brain implant, Musk lays out ambitious goals
Elon Musk, the founder of Neuralink, made a bold prediction during a podcast. According to Musk, someone with a Neuralink implant should soon be able to be on level or better than someone considered a “pro gamer” due to the technology allowing a faster reaction time. “We feel pretty confident that maybe in the next… -
White House discloses effort to protect Israel likely involves US troops
If Iran and its proxy groups launch a retaliatory strike against Israel as they have reportedly vowed, the White House plans on defending its key ally in the Middle East. The Biden administration announced on Thursday, Aug. 1, that it will send new U.S. defense deployments to counter the ballistic missile and drone threats against… -
Meta platforms run ads promoting illicit drugs, violating own rules: Report
Meta’s platforms — Facebook, Instagram and Messenger — have been running ads for illicit drugs, including cocaine and prescription opioids like oxycodone and Percocet, according to a new report by The Wall Street Journal. The tech giant has been raking in profits off the ads, which violate its own policies and U.S. law against promoting… -
American Rounds to expand footprint of ammo vending machines
The company behind ammunition vending machines reportedly announced its intention to expand its footprint across the United States on Friday, Aug. 2. The company known as American Rounds said that it plans to expand to the western part of the United States into states, including California. The western expansion is reportedly already underway with the… -
3 in 10 Americans trust Secret Service to protect candidates: Poll
Less than a month after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump on Saturday, July 13, Americans expressed skepticism about the United States Secret Service’s ability to protect presidential candidates. According to a new poll published by AP-NORC on Friday, Aug. 2, only three of 10 U.S. adults have high confidence in the agency’s… -
Venezuela’s violent Tren de Aragua gang approves attacks on Denver PD
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security reportedly released a memo on Tuesday, July 30, that members of the Venezuelan gang known as Tren de Aragua (TDA) were given the “green light” to open fire on and attack Denver Police Department officers. The agency said it was tipped off to the threat by Albuquerque, New Mexico,… -
Taco Bell expands AI tech at drive-thru lanes as competition grows
Yum Brands announced on Wednesday, July 31, that it is expanding its AI-voiced drive-thru experiment to hundreds of Taco Bells by the end of 2024. The company said that it will decrease wait times for customers and improve order accuracy, citing two years of research involved in the implementation of the technology. Yum Brands said… -
Social media use harms children’s identity development: Study
In Australia, kids under the age of 13 are not allowed to use social media. Data showing social media can cause depression and anxiety in children is already available, however, a new study shows it can effect minors in other areas. A psychology professor at the University of the Sunshine Coast in Quensland, Australia, found… -
Scientists say relentless floods in Vermont may be here to stay, here’s why
Vermont continued to experience historic flooding on Tuesday, July 30, and more rain is in the forecast for the rest of the week. However, scientists warn that while these scenes of devastation may be shocking, this type of catastrophic flooding could soon become the new normal. Scientists said that climate change is fueling stronger and… -
Kari Lake wins GOP primary in Arizona, setting up key race for Senate control
The stage is set for a hotly contested Arizona Senate race as Republicans seek to flip a Senate seat in the once-red state that has become a key battleground. Republican nominee Kari Lake will face off against Rep. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., in an election that could change the dynamic of the Senate, where Democrats currently… -
Meta agrees to $1.4B settlements over Texas privacy lawsuit
Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta has agreed to pay a record $1.4 billion settlement with Texas over allegations it used biometric data without permission. Filed in 2022, the Texas lawsuit said Meta violated a state law that prohibits capturing or selling a resident’s biometric information, such as their face or fingerprint, without their consent.… -
Investigation reveals Tesla in self-driving mode in crash that killed motorcyclist
Investigators disclosed on Wednesday, July 31, that the driver of a Tesla involved in a deadly crash in the Seattle area had been using “Full Self-Driving” (FSD) mode during the collision that killed a 28-year-old motorcyclist in April. Authorities said that they made the discovery after downloading and reviewing the event-data record on the Tesla…
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