The Pentagon recently revealed the first winning bidders in its rocket launch contract sweepstakes, with Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin making its debut as a recipient. This momentous occasion came as part of the contracts awarded under the $5.6 billion National Security Space Launch (NSSL) program. Alongside Blue Origin, industry giants such as Elon Musk’s SpaceX
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GameStop’s eagerly anticipated annual shareholder meeting was marred by technical problems that left investors frustrated and disappointed. The meeting, scheduled to start at 11 a.m. ET, was hosted on ComputerShare, but many users encountered error messages when trying to access the event. Social media platforms were flooded with complaints about the inability to load the
In a shocking turn of events, Major League Eating has announced that they will be parting ways with 16-time champion Joey “Jaws” Chestnut ahead of this year’s Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. This decision comes after Chestnut chose to represent a rival brand that sells plant-based hot dogs, ultimately leading to
The United Auto Workers President, Shawn Fain, is currently under investigation by a federal court-appointed watchdog named Neil Barofsky. The monitor is responsible for monitoring the union and eliminating corruption. The investigation revolves around allegations of Fain abusing his power as union president. Moreover, there are accusations that union leaders, including Fain, have obstructed the
A recent panel of independent advisors to the Food and Drug Administration recommended the approval of Eli Lilly’s Alzheimer’s drug donanemab. This comes as positive news for the more than 6 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s, as it would provide another treatment option for those suffering from the disease. The recommendation, if followed by the
Delta Air Lines recently announced its plans to introduce premium economy service to its transcontinental flights starting in September. This move is part of the airline’s strategy to cater to customers who are willing to pay more for additional space and perks while flying. Premium economy is positioned between first or business class and standard
The highly-anticipated retheming of Splash Mountain into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is set to bring a fresh and exciting experience to Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. This transformation, which was first announced four years ago, aims to infuse new life into the iconic water ride by incorporating characters from Disney Animation’s “Princess and the
Activist hedge fund Elliott Management has recently acquired a $1.9 billion stake in Southwest Airlines and is determined to drive leadership changes within the company. In a bold move, Elliott is advocating for the removal of CEO Bob Jordan and chair Gary Kelly, in favor of external candidates. The motive behind this push for change
In a groundbreaking move, Moderna has unveiled the results of a late-stage trial for its combination vaccine that targets both Covid-19 and the flu. The biotech company’s innovative approach has shown promising results, surpassing the efficacy of existing standalone shots for these viruses. This development marks a significant milestone in the quest for more effective
The Covid-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the American economy, shedding light on the cracks and resilience within it. Among the various sectors affected, childcare emerged as a critical aspect as daycares closed, schools shifted to remote learning, and parents struggled to balance work and childcare responsibilities. Despite a return to baseline employment levels in the