Walmart is attracting wealthier customers by selling dupes of expensive products

Since its inception, Walmart has been a beacon for the bargain shopper. But now the retailer known for its low prices is appealing to a new demographic: customers who make more than $100,000 per year.  Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, reported a strong third quarter—and its chief financial officer in part credits this new customer base … Read more

Automatic Braking Systems Save Lives. Now They’ll Need to Work at 62 MPH

But no story can be all good news. Auto industry officials argue that meeting that 2029 target will be really very hard. “That’s practically impossible with available technology,” John Bozzella, the president and CEO of the auto industry lobbying group the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, wrote earlier this year in a letter to Congress. The … Read more

Morne Morkel reveals Mohammed Shami’s future in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25

Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel spilled the beans on the possible return of Mohammed Shami to international cricket ahead of the first Test of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 against Australia, starting on Friday, November 22. Speaking to media on Wednesday, November 20, Morne Morkel called Mohammed Shami’s comeback a “massive win” for the Indian … Read more

Trump names his tariff man. Here’s what he’s said and what it means for Canada

This item is part of Watching Washington, a regular dispatch from CBC News correspondents reporting on U.S. politics and developments that affect Canadians.  What’s new Donald Trump now has a point man for his plan to impose punishing trade tariffs. Someone who’s publicly shared his views on them.  Howard Lutnick will now wield influence over … Read more

Chroma, backed by Pinterest and Twitter co-founders, sells to AI audio company Bronze

Chroma, a startup building a new type of audiovisual entertainment for mobile devices, has been sold. The company, which had financial backing from Twitter and Medium co-founder Biz Stone as well as Pinterest co-founder Evan Sharp, is headed to London-based audio technology company Bronze, an AI music startup. Founded by record producer Lex Dromgoole, who’s … Read more

Kuldeep Yadav slams a troll over his ODI World Cup 2023 final criticism

Indian cricket fans are known for their passionate reactions to the national team’s performances. Be it celebrating victories or criticizing defeats, the emotions often spill over onto social media. On November 19, fans took to various platforms to recall India’s loss in the ODI World Cup 2023 final against Australia, which occurred exactly a year … Read more