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Gasoline futures fell more than 10 percent on Tuesday and are down more than 22 percent since June, raising hopes that high gas prices across the country may soon fall. The price of US crude fell more than 8 percent and international benchmark Brent crude fell almost 10 percent on Tuesday. “We’re on the verge … Read more
In this excerpt from her upcoming book, writer and historian Alyse Knorr talks about some of the design decisions that Golden Eye 007 distinct from other first-person shooters of the 90s, and why that design holds up to this day. The book is currently seeking backers on Kickstarter. When [game designer David] Doak first joined … Read more
July 6, 2022 UPDATE Apple Extends Leading Commitment to Protect Users from Highly Targeted Rental Spyspyware Apple previews a breakthrough security feature that provides specialized additional protections to users at risk of highly targeted cyber-attacks from private companies developing state-sponsored rental spyware. Apple also details its $10 million grant to support research exposing such threats. … Read more
Breadcrumb Trail Links PMN technology PMN business Author of the article: Reuters John McCrank and Megan Davies content of the article Sam Bankman-Fried, head of one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges, FTX, said he and his company still have “a few billion” on hand to prop up struggling companies that could further destabilize the digital … Read more
Yahtzee gives a history lesson in Zero Punctuation this week with Bob’s game† Want to watch Zero Punctuation ad-free? Sign up for The Escapist+ today and support your favorite content creators! You have the greatest experiences in life alone. A serene walk on a grassy hillside. A cold drink at the end of a long … Read more
Concerned about what your financial situation will be like in a year – or even a few months? With all the worries about economic growth, it is reasonable to worry about a possible recession. But the key is to start preparing now so you’re in the best position with your money should a recession hit … Read more
With Amazon Prime Day less than a week away, it’s a good time to start thinking about what to look for once the deal wave hits. Everything from gadgets to clothing to household items will be on sale during the 48-hour event, and if you’re a Prime member you’ll have access to all the deals … Read more
Social media conglomerate Meta has developed a single AI model capable of translating into 200 different languages, including many unsupported by current commercial tools. The company is making the project available as open source in hopes that others will build on its work. The AI model is part of Meta’s ambitious R&D project to create … Read more
This worries economists and consumer advocates, who have little idea of the erratic use of these services coupled with a lack of transparency Regulatory oversight, makes them wonder how much American debt really is. While other household debt, such as credit card spending and auto loans, are recorded and tracked by the Federal Reserve, Buy … Read more
For now, even as the economy slows, there’s still a near-record number of job openings, particularly in hospitality establishments like this restaurant in Schaumburg, Illinois. (Nam Y. Huh / Associated Press) As the economy slows, the post-pandemic surge is over for Wisconsin restaurant owner Patrick DePula and his four pizza and pasta shops. Last year … Read more