The Social Security Administration is expected to announce a 3.2% increase in the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2024, providing additional financial assistance to the approximately 67 million Social Security beneficiaries with an average monthly benefit of $1,790.
Rivian's Q3 2023 production and delivery numbers show significant growth, with a record-breaking 16,304 electric vehicles produced and 15,564 units delivered, but the company still faces financial challenges and has spent a substantial amount of its cash reserves.
The Girl Scouts of the USA will no longer offer their Raspberry Rally cookies during the upcoming cookie season, prioritizing their classic cookie varieties instead.
OnePlus is showcasing its upcoming foldable phone with a major focus on its flat folding capability and reduction in weight and size through 35 filed patents, potentially allowing the company to differentiate from dominant players like Apple and Samsung in the growing foldables segment of the smartphone market.
X Social Media has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against X Corp., the company behind Twitter's rebrand to X Corp., alleging that the rebrand has confused consumers and led them to believe that the ad services offered by X Social Media are associated with the Musk-led company.
Crypto billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried's biography by Michael Lewis generates controversy as it portrays him as a well-intentioned genius despite being indicted for allegedly masterminding a massive fraud, with the book providing insights into Bankman-Fried's peculiar childhood, concerns about his management skills, and his creative efforts to skirt regulations.
BMW's built-in wireless charging pad for the iPhone 15 has been reported to fry the phone's NFC chip, causing Apple Pay to stop functioning, and while the issue has primarily affected the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models, it is advised to avoid using this charging method until a solution is found.
Meta may potentially charge Instagram users in Europe a $14 per month subscription fee for ad-free access, unless they opt in to targeted ads, in response to a court ruling requiring user consent for accessing personal data.
The former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch has been accused of exploiting young men for sex at events he and his partner hosted around the world, according to a BBC investigation, with allegations of sexual "auditions," abuse, and cash payments made to participants.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon predicts that AI will lead to a shorter work week and improved work-life balance for future generations, while also acknowledging the potential risks and displacement of certain jobs.
Google is implementing changes to its email handling process for bulk senders, requiring authentication, easy unsubscribe options, and adherence to spam thresholds in order to reduce spam and unwanted emails.
Democratic congressman Henry Cuellar is carjacked at gunpoint in Washington, DC, but he is unharmed and his vehicle has been recovered.
Representative Matt Gaetz has filed a motion to vacate that could lead to a vote to remove Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his post, setting up a high-stakes showdown in the House.
Humane is set to unveil its intelligent clothing-based wearable called Ai Pin on November 9, featuring a wearable device that can project phone-like interfaces and information onto surfaces and has a strong focus on privacy.
Grocery prices in the UK decreased by 0.1% in September due to price cuts on various products and slower food inflation, although overall prices are still around 10% higher compared to last year.
Stocks finished mixed on Monday, as the Nasdaq led the way with a 0.7% increase, while the S&P 500 turned just above the flatline, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.2% to start the new quarter of trading after averted government shutdown concerns.
Google is introducing emoji reactions to email, starting with Gmail for Android, allowing users to express themselves and quickly respond with emojis.
Tesla has released a less expensive Model Y variant in the U.S. following a larger-than-expected decline in third-quarter deliveries, which may help increase sales but put pressure on prices and margins.
New York Rep. Jamaal Bowman accidentally pulled a fire alarm in the Cannon House Office Building, causing an evacuation and sparking controversy among Republicans who compare him to the pro-Trump rioters at the Capitol.
The Supreme Court's upcoming ruling on the funding structure of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) could have far-reaching effects, potentially challenging the operations of the agency and opening the door for challenges to other agencies funded separately by Congress.
Stocks on Wall Street experienced a selloff as rising Treasury yields and hawkish comments from Federal Reserve policymakers put pressure on investors and dampened appetite for stocks, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both dropping around 1.1% and the Nasdaq Composite down over 1.5%; however, stocks somewhat recovered from their lows in midday trading as investors digested fresh comments from Cleveland Fed President Loretta Mester.
The latest games on PS Plus, including The Callisto Protocol, Farming Simulator 2022, and Weird West, are now available for download until November 7.
Amazon is offering discounts of up to 70% off on select Echo devices ahead of their Prime Big Deal Days savings event, providing shoppers with an opportunity to score great deals on smart home devices before the holiday rush.
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO, Mike Jeffries, and partner Matthew Smith are being accused of arranging private "sex events" with young men, some of whom believe they were drugged and raped, leading US prosecutors to recommend a formal investigation into potential sex trafficking violations.
The US Federal Communications Commission has issued the first-ever fine for space debris to TV company Dish Network, fining them €142,440 for failing to properly dispose of a satellite, which could pose orbital debris concerns for other satellites.
Bill Ackman, CEO of Pershing Square Capital Management, has expressed interest in taking part of X (formerly known as Twitter) public through a deal with Elon Musk.
SmileDirectClub, a company known for its invisible aligners, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to various factors including the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain challenges, labor force shortage, shifting consumer behavior, and ongoing litigation.
The US government has fined Dish Network $150,000 for not moving an old satellite far enough away from others in use, highlighting the problem of space junk and the risk of collisions in orbit.
Taco Bell is bringing back its Taco Lover's Pass, allowing customers to redeem one taco per day for 30 days, and introducing a new breakfast taco featuring scrambled eggs and a choice of sausage, bacon, or breakfast potatoes.
31 Senate Democrats are now calling for Senator Menendez to resign as he faces legal troubles in a NY courtroom, while House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has no plan to avert a government shutdown.
Chinese automaker BYD is set to surpass Tesla as the world's largest seller of electric vehicles, with sales of 431,603 fully-electric vehicles in Q3, just 3,456 units shy of Tesla's global delivery figures, driven by BYD's expansion into luxury EV brands and increased exports.
Visa has announced a $100 million generative AI ventures initiative to invest in the development of generative AI technologies and applications that will impact the future of commerce and payments.
German footwear brand Birkenstock is preparing to go public with an initial public offering (IPO) that could raise up to $1.58 billion, placing its total valuation at $9.2 billion, and marking the latest test for the US IPO market's recovery after a long dry spell.
Cryptocurrency prices surged in October, with Bitcoin and Ethereum both experiencing positive gains, while the launch of Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) contributed to the momentum in the market. Bitcoin saw a significant increase in price after the clearing of short positions in the futures market, and Ethereum's rise was driven by the anticipation of ETF launches.
Credit Human is offering a record rate of 6.00% APY on a nationally available CD for terms between 12 and 17 months, with other CDs also offering high rates of at least 5.75% APY, while the Federal Reserve is considering a possible rate hike in November or December.
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LinkedIn is unveiling new AI features including AI-assisted recruiting, an AI-powered learning coach, and an AI-powered tool for marketing campaigns to enhance its platform and engagement among its users.
The upcoming Pixel Watch 2 from Google is set to have automatic workout tracking, addressing a major gap in its predecessor's feature set.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warns that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates by another 1.5 percentage points, potentially reaching 7%, which would be the highest since 1990, and urges Americans to be prepared for the possibility.
The Pixel Watch 2 has been leaked ahead of its official release, confirming that it will have an aluminium build and retain the same charging time and battery life as its predecessor, but with added features such as automatic workout tracking and improved health sensors.
Rising mortgage rates are impacting home affordability, which has been declining since early 2021, causing some sellers to reduce their asking prices, but the lack of available properties remains a challenge for most buyers.
House members are being confronted with the second historic Speakership battle in a year as Rep. Matt Gaetz moves to force a vote on ousting Speaker Kevin McCarthy, with the decision ultimately resting on how Democrats vote.
