
GOOGLE PIXEL 9A UNVEILS A SLIMLINE MARVEL
Google has launched the Pixel 9a, a sleek, slimline smartphone that trims excess bulk while packing flagship-worthy features, the company revealed in a virtual press showcase highlighting its latest A-series offering.

MICROSOFT'S AI DIVISION HEAD AIMS TO BUILD LASTING CHATBOT RELATIONSHIPS WITH USERS
Microsoft has tasked its AI division head, Mustafa Suleyman, with creating a new generation of chatbots designed to form enduring connections with users, a vision he outlined during a company milestone celebration.

GLOBAL DATA CENTERS FACE DOUBLING ELECTRICITY DEMAND AMID TARIFF STRAINS
Google, Amazon, and Microsoft have propelled a seismic shift in global data center growth, with electricity demand projected to double within five years, a surge fueled by artificial intelligence workloads and cloud computing expansion, industry forecasts indicate in a recent energy outlook.

AIRBUS SIGNS PROVISIONAL DEAL WITH AMAZON FOR AIRLINE CONNECTIVITY
Airbus has entered into a provisional agreement with Amazon to deliver satellite-based internet connectivity to airlines, leveraging Amazon's planned Project Kuiper satellite network, the company announced during a major cabin interiors exhibition in Hamburg.

MICROSOFT MARKS 50TH ANNIVERSARY WITH SULEYMAN'S AI VISION
Microsoft celebrated its 50th anniversary with a keynote from Mustafa Suleyman, head of its Al division, unveiling an ambitious plan to evolve chatbots into empathetic, user-focused assistants during an event at its Redmond headquarters.

M4 MACBOOK PRO OFFERS COMPELLING REASONS TO UPGRADE NOW
Apple has unveiled its M4 MacBook Pro lineup, delivering a suite of upgrades that position it as a standout choice for laptop buyers seeking enhanced performance and versatility.

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TRUMP'S TARIFF THREATS SHAKE STOCKS AND STOKE RECESSION WORRIES
Trump has intensified trade friction with China by pledging steep new tariffs, a stance unveiled in a White House press briefing that sent U.S. stock markets reeling and heightened fears of an economic downturn.

TOP HYBRID SUVS OFFER FUEL EFFICIENCY AND UTILITY IN 2025
Tesla leads the pack of hybrid SUVs with its Cybertruck, a standout model that combines electric efficiency with truck-like utility, topping sales charts in its debut year while other hybrid SUVs under $35,000 gain traction for their fuel savings and practicality.

MURDERBOT SET TO BOLSTER APPLE TV+'S SCI-FI LINEUP IN MAY
Apple has unveiled its latest sci-fi series, Murderbot, a comedic thriller starring Alexander Skarsgård, set to premiere with two episodes on May 16 on Apple TV+, followed by weekly releases through July 11, the company announced in a press release showcasing first-look images.

AI TOOLS MONITOR STUDENTS TO PREVENT SCHOOL THREATS
Bark and Gaggle have deployed AI-powered surveillance tools across thousands of U.S. schools to monitor student communications, aiming to detect and prevent school shootings and other threats by analyzing emails and online activity on school-issued devices.

WALMART EXPLORES JOINING INVESTOR GROUP TO ACQUIRE TIKTOK
Walmart is contemplating a strategic leap into a consortium of investors bidding to purchase TikTok’s U.S. operations, a move prompted by Amazon’s unexpected entry into the fray, company sources confirmed in a statement addressing mounting rumors.

OPENAL COUNTERSUES ELON MUSK OVER ALLEGED HARASSMENT
OpenAI has filed a countersuit against Elon Musk in a California federal court, accusing the billionaire of orchestrating a campaign of harassment to undermine its operations, a legal escalation announced via a company statement on its social media platform X.

INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK ENFORCE NEW TEEN SAFETY RULES
Instagram has rolled out stringent safety restrictions for users under 16, requiring parental consent for livestreaming, a policy extending across Facebook and Messenger as part of a comprehensive update announced in a virtual press conference.

LEGO OPENS CARBON-NEUTRAL FACTORY IN VIETNAM TO CUT EMISSIONS
Lego has launched a $1 billion factory in Vietnam's Binh Duong province, designed to produce toys without generating greenhouse gas emissions, relying entirely on renewable energy sources, the company announced at a grand opening ceremony attended by local officials and Danish dignitaries.

IPHONE PRICES MAY INCREASE UNDER TRUMP'S NEW TARIFFS ON ASSEMBLY PARTS
Smartphone manufacturer Apple faces rising assembly costs for its iPhone lineup due to the Trump administration's new import tariffs targeting parts from China, India, and Vietnam, key production hubs for the company.

APPLE SMART HOME HUB LAUNCH COULD FACE DELAY UNTIL 2026, REPORT SUGGESTS
Apple may postpone the launch of its anticipated smart home hub until 2026, according to industry reports citing engineering challenges with its Siri voice assistant upgrades.

DEMAND FOR IPHONES SURGES IN U.S.APPLE STORES AMID TARIFF FEARS
Apple has reported a sharp uptick in iPhone purchases at its U.S. retail stores as customers rush to buy devices before anticipated price increases tied to new import tariffs.

TESLA CHINA SHIFTS FOCUS TO EXPORTS AS Q2 BEGINS
Tesla has realigned Giga Shanghai's production toward exports at the onset of the second quarter, prioritizing international shipments over China's domestic market following a robust close to the prior period.

They give joyful Easter baskets to children in need
After passing out Easter baskets to kids in a local shelter, Quinn Gasparo felt called to make the project even bigger. Now, she partners with local schools to bring smiles to hundreds of kids every year!

SPIDER WOMAN J.LO KISSING UP TO MATT!
Devious diva using Damon as Oscar bait

HARRY'S REIGN OF TERROR!
Charity scandal exposes truth of bullying Sussexes

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Our fluffy homemade filling transforms cake mix and packaged ladyfingers into an elegant dessert

'Being Poor in America Is a Death Sentence'
People with lower incomes live shorter lives. It's time for that to change

BERNIE'S FINAL VOYAGE!
Love Boat doc's sad last days

JFK GOT MARILYN PREGNANT!
Clues emerge prez forced tragic star to get abortion

CHER'S SHOCKING SURGERY!
“Honestly, I'm not trying to feel young. I'm not trying to be young. I am who I am,” Cher has said about aging.

REESE'S NEPO BABY
Clad in a pink bikini à la Legally Blonde's Elle Woods, Ava Phillippe seemed to be channeling her mom, Reese Witherspoon, in a guest spot on ABC's Doctor Odyssey.

TERESA: IN DEBT AGAIN!
So, what else is new? Real Housewives of New Jersey's Teresa Giudice has shown she's good at spending money-a source tells Star the 52-year-old's hairstylist alone is $2,500 a visit and equally bad at managing it.

Jelly Roll & Bunnie's JOURNEY IVF
\"It's been a difficult road,\" reveals a source close to the couple.