Berkshire reports big profit jump
Berkshire Hathaway reported a six-fold increase in its first-quarter earnings on Saturday, bolstered by huge paper gains on investments as the conglomerate led by Warren… Read More »Berkshire reports big profit jump
Backup power: a growing need, if you can afford it
When frigid weather caused power outages across North Carolina on Christmas Eve, Eliana and David Mundula quickly became concerned about their 2½-week-old daughter, whom they… Read More »Backup power: a growing need, if you can afford it
Apple Arcade is still around, adding 20 new games – and some of them sound good
Enlarge / A screenshot of What the car?one of the more intriguing games from Apple’s new Arcade additions. Apple Apple Arcade is still around, and… Read More »Apple Arcade is still around, adding 20 new games – and some of them sound good
The UK economy needs a boost. Is the coronation enough?
Follow our live updates on the coronation of King Charles. Dawn Anchor, who runs a pub in the village of Kings Worthy, about 60 miles… Read More »The UK economy needs a boost. Is the coronation enough?
How can AI change war? US defense experts warn of new technology
When President Biden announced sharp restrictions on the sale of the most advanced computer chips to China in October, he did so in part to… Read More »How can AI change war? US defense experts warn of new technology
Tucker Carlson wants to return to TV before 2025. Will Fox allow him?
The news of the breakup of Mr. Carlson with Fox immediately sparked speculation in right-wing media circles about his next moves. mr. Carlson’s late-night viewing… Read More »Tucker Carlson wants to return to TV before 2025. Will Fox allow him?
President Biden meets with AI CEOs at the White House amid ethical criticism
Enlarge / US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris meet with the Investing in America Cabinet on May 5 to discuss the Investing… Read More »President Biden meets with AI CEOs at the White House amid ethical criticism
Why Roger Lee started Layoffs.fyi
A short list of times in the day when Roger Lee contemplates layoffs: while waiting for someone to show up for a Zoom call. After… Read More »Why Roger Lee started Layoffs.fyi
Doctors behind the ban on Mifepriston called “Christians” a major threat
In a 2021 statement in federal court, Quentin Van Meter, the president of the American College of Pediatricians, described the organization as a “secular, scientific… Read More »Doctors behind the ban on Mifepriston called “Christians” a major threat
Judge dismisses FTC lawsuit against Kochava, a location data broker
A federal judge in Idaho on Thursday dismissed a lawsuit against Kochava, a major location data broker, brought by the Federal Trade Commission last year.… Read More »Judge dismisses FTC lawsuit against Kochava, a location data broker
Florida fruit trees – citrus trees, mango trees, guava trees
If you are in Florida you may be wondering about Florida fruit trees and what kind of trees you can find here. Especially if you… Read More »Florida fruit trees – citrus trees, mango trees, guava trees
Bank stocks shoot higher as investors rethink economic outlook
A group of regional banking stocks that came under heavy pressure this week, fueling fears of a developing banking crisis, rose on Friday, at least… Read More »Bank stocks shoot higher as investors rethink economic outlook
Walensky steps down as head of CDC
Enlarge / CDC Director Rochelle Walensky testifies before Congress. On Friday, Rochelle Walensky, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, announced she will… Read More »Walensky steps down as head of CDC
Gary Marcus used to call AI stupid, now he calls it dangerous
Back then – just months ago – Marcus’s bickering was technical. But as large language models have become a global phenomenon, his focus has shifted.… Read More »Gary Marcus used to call AI stupid, now he calls it dangerous
April jobs report shows US growth remains strong: latest updates
The job market still defies gravity. Employers added 253,000 jobs in April, the Labor Department reported Friday, in a reversal of the cooling trend that… Read More »April jobs report shows US growth remains strong: latest updates
