Amazon may be working on a smartphone with hologram-like 3D Amazon is reportedly developing a smartphone that sports a 3D screen that relies on retina-tracking technology to make images seem to float above the screen like a hologram. With the smartphone, users would be able to navigate through content by using their eyes alone, according to two unnamed people who discussed the phone with the Wall Street Journal. More
Retailers report modest gains for April Americans spent briskly during the early spring months in the latest sign that they’re encouraged by the economic recovery. Falling gas prices, a rallying stock market and gains in the job market all fueled Americans’ shopping habits even as cold weather tempered their desire to buy spring fashions. More
Microsoft may buy Barnes & Noble's Nook unit for $1 billion According to internal documents obtained by the website TechCrunch, Microsoft has offered $1 billion for the digital assets of Nook Media, Barnes & Noble's digital book venture. According to internal documents obtained by the website TechCrunch, Microsoft has offered $1 billion for the digital assets of Nook Media, Barnes & Noble's digital book venture. More
LinkedIn Shares Slide After Disappointing Outlook LinkedIn's surging share price cooled Friday as the social network projected slower revenue growth next quarter following a decision to lower the number of display ads that the website shows. More
Stocks surge to new highs after hiring climbs A big gain in the job market is lifting the stock market to new milestones. The Dow Jones industrial average crossed 15,000 for the first time early Friday, and the Standard and Poor's 500 index, a broader market measure, broke through 1,600 for the first time. More
TikTok's sister app, Lemon8, is now one of the Apple App Store's top free apps. Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesLemon8, TikTok's sister app, is surging in popularity ahead of a possible TikTok ban. Lemon8 uses TikTok's algorithm and is owned by the same Chinese company, ByteDance. The Supreme Court will decide this month on the fate of the law that could ban TikTok — and Lemon8.
The author's companion is her dog Poppy. Courtesy of Andy JonesGrowing up, marriage was never a thing that felt like it was for me. I wanted kids, but worried about what people — and my parents — would think if I was a single mom. I'm now in my late 60s and my companion is my fluffy dog Poppy.
Urbanandsport/NurPhotoEmirates is calling out social media platforms for not acting quicker to remove a video showing a fake plane crash. A video depicting a fake Emirates jet crash in Abu Dhabi has been circulating."We urge all audiences to always check and refer to official sources," Emirates said. Emirates has called out social media platforms for not acting quicker to remove a video showing a fake plane crash.
I've gone on cruises with all different lines and have had some of the same experiences across the board. Amanda AdlerThere are still things I hate about cruises, even after more than 50 sailings. Cruises can require lots of planning and limited port time, which kills spontaneity. Loyalty programs can make it hard for those of us without status to make reservations.
"Our commitment to an enterprise rooted in respect and inclusion is appropriate and necessary," Costco's board wrote last month. Gabbi Shaw/Business InsiderCostco appears to be bucking the anti-DEI wave with its defense of its diversity initiatives. Data published last year suggests shareholders largely support diversity efforts. Costco's move challenges the perceived popularity of anti-DEI proposals.
I've made great memories while dining at steakhouse chains with my family. Terri PetersMy family enjoys going to steakhouse chains. In many ways, they're better than stand-alone spots. With chains, we know what to expect, which is especially great when we're traveling. I've had steaks at chains that were as good as ones from high-end restaurants.