Apple’s recent announcement regarding allowing third party developers in certain regions, including the European Union, access to the NFC technology on iPhones through an upcoming beta build of iOS 18.1 signifies a significant step towards revolutionizing crypto payments. This decision opens up the possibility of using tap-to-pay functionality for Web3 wallet services and could potentially
The recent violent disorder in England and Northern Ireland has led to some of the harshest jail sentences being handed down to individuals involved. One such case involves David Wilkinson, 48, who was sentenced to six years behind bars for his participation in the riots that took place in Hull on 3 August. Wilkinson played
A recent proposed settlement offer from Deutsche Bank to plaintiffs involved in a long-standing case has been met with criticism. The offer of 36.50 euros per Postbank share has been described as a “late low ball” by a lawyer representing the claimants. The dispute centers around Deutsche Bank’s acquisition of German retail banking giant Postbank
Victoria Jackson, former “Saturday Night Live” cast member, has recently disclosed that she is battling inoperable cancer. This news comes after her initial breast cancer diagnosis in 2016. The first case of the mpox variant outside of Africa has been reported in Sweden, signaling a need for increased preparedness in the U.S. healthcare system. Measures
Horizon: An American Saga, the ambitious Civil War epic from Kevin Costner, was set to begin streaming exclusively on Max on Friday, August 23. The film, which had its Cannes premiere and June 28 theatrical debut, was not well received by audiences, with a disappointing gross of just over $34 million. Warner Bros initially planned
The COVID-19 pandemic brought about unforeseen changes in various aspects of life, including the behavior of zoo animals. A study conducted in 2022 shed light on how primates, including bonobos, chimpanzees, western lowland gorillas, and olive baboons, adapted to the absence of crowds due to lockdown measures. Researchers found that these animals altered their habits
In a strategic move aimed at bolstering their defense, the Atlanta Falcons recently made significant acquisitions to enhance their roster for the 2024 season. The team signed free agent safety Justin Simmons to a one-year, $8 million contract. This signing comes on the heels of another big move, where they traded a third-round pick to
Walmart, the retail giant, has seen a decline in prices of various grocery items, as stated by CEO Doug McMillon. However, despite efforts to pressure suppliers to reduce prices, there is one area in the store where inflation remains stubborn – the aisles that hold dry groceries and processed foods. Items like carbonated soft drinks
The latest A-level results in the UK have shown a marginal increase in the number of top grades awarded. As per reports, the number of students achieving A* grades has increased by 0.4% from last year, reaching 9.3%. Similarly, the number of A*-A grades has also increased by 0.6%, reaching 27.8%. This marks the highest
Nestled deep in the Mexican jungle on the Yucatán Peninsula lies the ancient Maya city of Cobá. This once-thriving cultural hub, boasting an estimated 50,000 inhabitants at its peak, has been a treasure trove of history and archaeology for researchers. The city, believed to have been built as early as 50 BCE and continuously inhabited