Hyundai Mobis, a major player in the auto parts industry, has just scored a significant win. Their in-vehicle display tech snagged a CES Innovation Award for the 2026 event. This isn't just any award; it's a big deal in the tech world. So, what's the big deal? Hyundai Mobis is cooking up over 30 ne
A new player in the space industry, Aetherflux, is setting its sights on a unique venture: placing AI data centers in orbit. This isn't just about moving data centers to space; it's about solving some big problems on Earth. The idea is to use satellites powered by solar energy to handle AI tasks, wh
A well-known wine business is making a move. Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, which has been around for 53 years, is opening a new store in Marin County. This is their first new retail spot since they opened in Berkeley way back in 1972. The new shop is in the Marin Country Mart shopping center in Larks
In October, the U. S. saw a slight uptick in job openings, but the hiring scene stayed pretty quiet. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that job openings edged up by 12, 000, reaching 7. 670 million. This was a bit higher than what economists had predicted, but don't get too excited. Hiring act
The holiday season often leads to a surge in waste and pollution. Decorations, in particular, contribute significantly to this issue. Single-use items like balloons, confetti, and glittery trinkets are major culprits. These items are designed to be small and easily dispersed, making them difficult t
Climate change is a hot topic, but not everyone agrees on the facts. Some people think that concern about climate change is fading. They point to surveys showing that the number of Americans who believe in climate change has stayed about the same over the past few years. But does this mean we should
Winter brings snow, and with it, the urge to grab the salt shaker. But before you go overboard, consider this: too much salt is a big problem for the environment. When snow melts or it rains, that salt doesn't just disappear. It washes into lakes, rivers, and streams, turning them salty and harmful
In Washington, a law passed in 2018 aimed to reduce the number of children charged as adults. This law was a response to the fact that kids of color were more likely to face adult charges than white children. By 2023, the number of kids charged as adults had dropped by more than half, and transfers
Imagine a bookshelf filled with 49 books. These are the ones that didn't make the cut for the top 10 list of 2025. The process of selecting these books is simple yet intricate. Throughout the year, as each book is finished, if it's loved, it's set aside. By November, the stack is towering, and the r
A man with a history of troubling actions is now facing new charges. James Rizzo Jr. , a 45-year-old man without a home, is accused of attacking a young woman in Manhattan. The incident happened on December 1st, and it was all caught on camera. Rizzo Jr. is said to have slapped the 20-year-old woman
