Nintendo and Sony to Produce Live-Action Zelda Film
November 23, 2023
Nintendo and Sony Pictures team up for a live-action film based on The Legend of Zelda.
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Nestlé Discontinues Iconic Caramac Bar After 64 years
November 23, 2023
Nestlé’s decision to discontinue the iconic Caramac bar has left fans devastated and nostalgic.
EU Adviser Recommends Overturning Ruling on Apple’s Taxes
November 23, 2023
EU legal adviser recommends overturning ruling allowing Apple to avoid €13 billion in back taxes.
Booths Removes Self-service Tills to Prioritize Human Interaction
November 22, 2023
Booths is removing self-service tills to prioritize a better customer experience with human staff.
Implant Restores Ability to Walk for Parkinson’s Patients
November 22, 2023
Groundbreaking implant restores ability to walk for man with advanced Parkinson’s disease, offering hope for others.
NFT Market Sees Significant Decline, Potential for Revival
November 22, 2023
The NFT market experiences a sharp downturn, leading to job redundancies and a drop in sales.
Historic World War Two-Era Blimp Hangar Engulfed in Flames
November 21, 2023
Historic World War Two-era blimp hangar in Tustin, California, engulfed in flames, causing significant damage.
Pandas Return to China After 23 Years in US
November 21, 2023
The departure of the beloved giant pandas from the US marks the end of a cherished era.
Drone Captures Rare Moment: New Island Emerges in Japan
November 21, 2023
Drone footage captures the birth of a new island after a volcanic eruption in Japan.
Australia’s Historic Pact: Refuge for Tuvaluans from Climate Change
November 20, 2023
Australia’s historic pact with Tuvalu offers refuge to citizens threatened by climate change impacts.
World’s First Complete Eye Transplant Marks Medical Milestone
November 20, 2023
Surgeons in New York perform world’s first complete eye transplant, offering hope for vision restoration.
Rediscovery of Attenborough’s Long-Beaked Echidna Sparks Conservation Hope
November 20, 2023
Scientists capture first-ever footage of the Attenborough’s long-beaked echidna, proving it’s not extinct.
FDA Approves First Chikungunya Vaccine, Ixchiq, for Global Distribution
November 19, 2023
The FDA approves the world’s first chikungunya vaccine, marking a significant milestone in global health.
Hiking Group Reported as Illegal Migrants in Germany
November 19, 2023
Hikers in Germany reported as illegal migrants, sparking debate on treatment of minorities.
Jared Leto Scales Empire State Building for Band
November 18, 2023
Jared Leto’s daring climb of the Empire State Building has generated significant attention for his band.
Luminance to Launch Automated Contract Negotiation Tool
November 18, 2023
Luminance Autopilot aims to revolutionize contract negotiation by using AI to streamline the process.
The Rise and Fall of WeWork: A Cautionary Tale
November 18, 2023
Adam Neumann’s rise and fall with WeWork is a cautionary tale of ambition and hubris.
Challenges in Paper Industry: Water Usage and Environmental Impact
November 17, 2023
The paper industry is under scrutiny for its high water usage and environmental impact.
AI Named Collins Dictionary Word of the Year 2023
November 17, 2023
Collins Dictionary has named “AI” as the word of the year for 2023, reflecting the widespread conversations and debates surrounding artificial intelligence and its potential impact on society.
Pumpkins and Persistence: A Bakery Founder’s Business Advice
November 17, 2023
Founder of Humble Crumble, Kim Innes, shares her business advice and the pivotal role of pumpkins.
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