Xbox has introduced a brand new trio of limited edition wireless controllers, fittingly dubbed the Breaker series, due to the fact that they’re out here shattering all kinds of important stuff, from frozen water to extreme weather to… human feelings? There are three semi-translucent Breaker controllers to choose from: Ice Breaker, Storm Breaker and Heart Breaker. Each is priced at $79.99 and they’re all set to release on September 9. You can pre-order them now, and you obviously won’t have to wait long for delivery. I do really like the look of this lineup, with its chaotic, color-splash motif and…
In case you missed Tuesday’s NYT Mini, you can find the answers here: The NYT Mini is a quick and dirty version of the newspaper’s larger and long-running crossword. Most days, there are between three and five clues in each direction on a five by five grid, but the puzzles…
When uncertainty rises, many leaders do the reasonable thing. They become more careful. They slow spending. They pause plans. They wait for clearer signals before committing to big moves.At first, it makes sense. The conditions are unclear. The pressure is real. No one wants to overcommit when the stakes are…
Trouble is brewing for the Digital Services Act (DSA), the landmark European law governing big tech platforms. On August 21, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), sent a scathing letter to a number of tech giants, including Google, Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, and Apple. The letter’s subject: The European Digital Services Act…
Who’s ready for EA Sports NHL 26? This year’s installment feels like another chance for the franchise to refine itself, with new tech powering gameplay, revamped modes, and the Tkachuk family front and center on the cover. Is this the year when we’ll see one feature in the game make…
The evolution of the private marketplace is one of the most significant developments to shape the capital markets in decades.Just consider the statistics. In the late 1990s, there were more than 8,000 publicly listed companies in the United States. By 2008, there were fewer than 5,000. As of 2023, there…
Too many founders start with the product. They get excited, build something, and then scramble to figure out if anyone actually wants it.I almost did the same. Technically, I started by generating silly AI images of my boss to make my coworkers laugh. But when I saw the potential of…
On May 5, 2023, The United Nation News reported that the global health emergency of COVID-19 was declared over. The ripple effects from the pandemic did not cease with this declaration, and the impact of COVID-19 reverberated throughout college mental health. A 2024 study in the Cureus Journal of Medical…
Recent crypto laws have sparked debate about their true political motivations. The GENIUS Act, signed on July 18, 2025, represents the cornerstone of the administration’s cryptocurrency strategy.Officially, the initiative aims to remove excessive administrative barriers and legalize stablecoins – crypto assets backed by real American assets: dollars, treasury bonds or…
Starting a business with limited resources is a road many solopreneurs find familiar — myself included. I’ve observed many small business owners turning modest startups into success stories, but it doesn’t happen overnight. They turn their humble ideas into successful ventures with resilience, creativity, smart technology use and a never-accept-defeat…
In February, the US Securities and Exchange Commission requested a pause on an ongoing lawsuit against Sun, whom the agency had charged with market manipulation. In May, Sun’s investments earned him a seat at an exclusive gala dinner held at the Trump National Golf Club near Washington, DC, attended by…
A study revealing strong public support in seven East Coast states could be the first step in reintroducing pumas into lost habitat the Eastern United States. A team of scientists surveyed 2,756 respondents in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont and West Virginia to evaluate their thoughts about…
Moniqueca Sims, owner of SSG Appliance Academy, got her first glimpse into the appliance repair industry while dating a man who worked in the space. “He worked all the time, seven days a week,” Sims recalls, “so I used to go out with him just to spend time with him.…
In the first leadership meeting after an acquisition, the focus inevitably turns to the numbers on a spreadsheet. Leaders analyze the P&L, debate synergies and map out cost-cutting measures, believing they are taking firm control of their new asset. This, however, is a dangerous illusion because while the numbers provide…
Even the staunchest capitalists acknowledge the tension between profit and social good. In a consumer-driven society, money often overshadows morals.Many founders claim their companies exist to make a difference, but in a system that prioritizes profits, good intentions are easily squeezed out. The Green brothers stand out as rare exceptions.Award-winning…
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