Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Hot Issue

AI Politeness Has a Cost: Saying ‘Thank You’ to AI Adds to Energy and Water Consumption

Users thanking AI may lead to increased energy consumption, as polite interactions raise server loads and electricity costs significantly.

Delta Sets the Bar: Only Airline on Fortune’s Best Workplaces List

Delta Air Lines ranks 15th in Fortune's '100 Best Companies to Work For', marking six consecutive years on the list, CEO Ed Bastian says.

Netflix’s Revenue Jumps 13% in Q1, Driven by Price Hikes and Ad Growth

Netflix's Q1 revenue hit $10.54B, beating estimates, driven by subscriber growth and ad revenue, with a focus on innovative advertising tech.

Lucid Motors Buys Nikola’s Factory—And Hires 300 Staff Overnight

Lucid Motors will acquire Nikola's Arizona facilities, hiring 300 former employees, as Nikola faces bankruptcy after financial troubles.

Is Your Car on This Recall List? 49 Models Pulled Over Safety Fears

South Korea recalls 117,925 vehicles from Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, and others due to manufacturing defects impacting safety and performance.

JD Vance Sparks Outrage: Calls Chinese Workers ‘Peasants’ on Live TV

VP JD Vance's controversial remarks on China spark outrage, highlighting tensions amid Trump's tariff policies and globalization debates.

Chinese Love Guru Fined $1M After Underreporting Income

Chinese relationship expert Le Chanchui fined $1.04M for tax evasion despite earning millions by teaching women to marry wealthy men.

Two Teens Died Trying to Stow Away on JetBlue Flight, Authorities Say

Two teenagers from the Dominican Republic were found dead in the landing gear of a JetBlue plane, highlighting the dangers of stowing away.