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Americas News

Defense Department scientist’s accidental death raises questions as probe into missing scientists grows
World

Defense Department scientist’s accidental death raises questions as probe into missing scientists grows

A government chemist who researched Novichok nerve agents died in a 2022 incident ruled accidental, but colleagues and family say it doesn't add up.

Finn Harber · 24 Apr, 2026
Good luck getting a Mac Mini anytime soon
Business

Good luck getting a Mac Mini anytime soon

Apple's $599 M4 Mac Mini has sold out online in the US, and other models are estimating wait times amid surging demand.

Jordan Hart · 24 Apr, 2026
Seth Meyers calls out Eric Trumps $24m Pentagon deal for his robot startup
Technology

Seth Meyers calls out Eric Trumps $24m Pentagon deal for his robot startup

Eric Trump's robotics company reportedly landed a $24 million deal with the Pentagon, and Seth Meyers has thoughts.

Raven Murphy · 24 Apr, 2026
I quit fast-paced journalism to care for my sick mom. My experience in both led me to become a celebrant at funerals.
Business

I quit fast-paced journalism to care for my sick mom. My experience in both led me to become a celebrant at funerals.

Mandy Appleyard harnessed her skills as a journalist and experience caring for her ailing mom to become a celebrant, specializing in funerals.

Jane Ridley · 24 Apr, 2026
From Walmart to Lululemon, meet 10 CEOs stepping into retail's biggest jobs this year
Business

From Walmart to Lululemon, meet 10 CEOs stepping into retail's biggest jobs this year

Retailers are shaking up their leadership in 2026, with new CEOs taking charge at companies like Walmart, Target, and Lululemon.

Dominick Reuter · 24 Apr, 2026
Learning new AI skills has become like a second job for software engineers
Business

Learning new AI skills has become like a second job for software engineers

The tech is changing so fast that some developers say they're spending around 20 hours a week staying up-to-date on AI skills.

Ana Altchek · 24 Apr, 2026
Porsche's new Cayenne Turbo Coupé Electric can do 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds
Technology

Porsche's new Cayenne Turbo Coupé Electric can do 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds

Porsche has announced an electric version of its popular Cayenne Coupé and it could be the company's most powerful vehicle ever — either ICE or electric. Mechan...

Steve Dent · 24 Apr, 2026
Regularly over $2,000, the Eufy Robot Lawn Mower E15 is $949.99 in a limited-time deal
Technology

Regularly over $2,000, the Eufy Robot Lawn Mower E15 is $949.99 in a limited-time deal

Find the best robot lawn mower deal. Save 59% on the eufy Robot Lawn Mower E15 at Amazon.

Madelyn Gusikowski · 24 Apr, 2026
I skipped college for trade school. Now I have a job I love that won't be replaced by AI.
Business

I skipped college for trade school. Now I have a job I love that won't be replaced by AI.

A 23-year-old HVAC service technician says skipping college to work in the trades was empowering. She has freedom and job security, but it's not easy.

Tess Martinelli · 24 Apr, 2026
I'm the creator of the Theragun. Here's a day in my life, starting with a morning mantra and ending with my 3-second trick to fall asleep.
Business

I'm the creator of the Theragun. Here's a day in my life, starting with a morning mantra and ending with my 3-second trick to fall asleep.

Dr. Jason Wersland, a chiropractor, created the Theragun after a serious motorcycle accident. Here's a day in his life as the founder of Therabody.

Julia Pugachevsky · 24 Apr, 2026
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are $50 off at Amazon — buy now for $249
Technology

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are $50 off at Amazon — buy now for $249

As of April 24, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) are on sale for $249 at Amazon. This is 17% off their list price of $299.

Emile Hansen · 24 Apr, 2026
I went to a conference on aging. Concern about AI — along with cautious optimism — came up in almost every conversation.
Business

I went to a conference on aging. Concern about AI — along with cautious optimism — came up in almost every conversation.

At the largest US conference on aging, AI, technology, the looming caregiving crisis, and Social Security dominated discussions about growing older.

Noah Sheidlower · 24 Apr, 2026