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Musk's The Boring Company to build a hyperloop in Texas
Elon Musk has said that his tunneling start-up, The Boring Company, is working on a "simple precursor Hyperloop" connecting Austin and San Antonio.
Waymo to launch robotaxi service in Singapore by 2028
Waymo, the self-driving car company owned by Alphabet, has announced its plan to launch a robotaxi service in Singapore in 2028.
Lady Gaga's first kid is a baby girl; see name
Lady Gaga, 40, and her fiancé, entrepreneur Michael Polansky (42), welcomed their first child a few days ago.
Musk's tunnel-digging venture secures major funding at $23B valuation
Elon Musk's tunnel construction venture, The Boring Company, has secured $3 billion in a fresh funding round. The investment values the company at an impressive $23 billion.
What led to mass hospitalization after The Chainsmokers concert?
As many as 14 individuals were hospitalized after attending a The Chainsmokers concert at Discovery Meadow, San Jose, California, on September 4.
Uber's robotaxis hit London streets
Uber has launched its first-ever robotaxis in London, in collaboration with British autonomous vehicle (AV) company Wayve.
Former gang leader found guilty of murdering rap icon Tupac
Duane "Keffe D" Davis has been found guilty of first-degree murder for his role in the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur.
Closing arguments to begin in Tupac murder trial
The trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, a former gang leader accused of orchestrating the drive-by shooting of hip-hop icon Tupac Shakur, is set to enter its final phase on Monday (local time) as closing arguments will be presented.
Tesla, Uber, Waymo win permits to deploy robotaxis in Nevada
The Nevada Transportation Authority has approved permits for Tesla, Uber, and Waymo to operate commercial robotaxi services in Clark County.
Tupac Shakur murder trial: Shooting erupts outside courthouse
A shooting incident reportedly occurred outside a Las Vegas courthouse on Tuesday, August 18, just as the family of late rapper Tupac Shakur was leaving for lunch.
Tupac murder trial begins with explosive testimony
The trial of Duane Keffe D Davis, the alleged mastermind behind Tupac Shakur's murder, began recently.
Is Amazon destroying rare books to train its AI models?
Amazon has been accused of purchasing and destroying rare books in order to train its artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Someone set up fake Wi-Fi network on a Delta flight
A Delta flight from Las Vegas to Atlanta was recently the scene of a peculiar incident, when an unidentified passenger allegedly set up a fake Wi-Fi network.
Polish internet infrastructure vulnerable to cyberattacks, researchers warn
Polish security researchers Robert Kruczek and Kamil Szczurowski have discovered major vulnerabilities in their country's public internet infrastructure.
Zoox will now charge for robotaxi rides in Las Vegas
Zoox, the Amazon-owned autonomous vehicle technology company, is all set to launch its commercial operations by charging customers for rides in Las Vegas.
Cause of death for Ben Affleck's mother Chris revealed
Chris Affleck, the mother of Hollywood actors Ben and Casey Affleck, passed away on June 2 at the age of 83. The news was revealed last week.
Amazon's robotaxi gets a makeover
Amazon's self-driving car company, Zoox, has launched an upgraded version of its toaster-shaped robotaxi.
Earthquakes near Area 51 spark nuclear testing conspiracy theories
A series of at least 17 earthquakes have been recorded near the highly classified United States Air Force facility, Area 51.
Taylor Swift files trademarks for voice, image amid AI concerns
In a groundbreaking move, pop icon Taylor Swift has reportedly filed for three trademarks with the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Is 'Madgaon Express' getting a sequel?
The much-loved 2024 comedy Madgaon Express will get a sequel, actor Divyenndu has confirmed. The film's writer-director Kunal Kemmu is currently working on the script for the follow-up.
Google takes on NVIDIA with new AI chips
Google Cloud has unveiled its eighth generation of custom-built artificial intelligence (AI) chips, or tensor processing units (TPUs).
Google Maps gets a big AI upgrade
Google has announced the integration of generative artificial intelligence (AI) into its mapping and geospatial apps.
Tom Cruise will return with 'Top Gun 3'
Tom Cruise will be reprising his role as Pete "Maverick" Mitchell in Top Gun 3, Paramount Pictures confirmed on Thursday.
Yash, Namit Malhotra kickstart 'Ramayana' global promotions at CinemaCon
Producer Namit Malhotra and actor-producer Yash have officially kicked off the global promotional campaign for their upcoming film Ramayana at CinemaCon 2026 in Las Vegas.
BLACKPINK's Lisa becomes 1st K-pop star with Las Vegas residency
Lalisa Manobal, popularly known as Lisa from the K-pop sensation BLACKPINK, has announced her first-ever Las Vegas residency.
Demi Lovato cancels 5 tour dates over health issues
Hollywood singer-songwriter Demi Lovato has announced the cancellation of several tour dates for her upcoming It's Not That Deep tour, citing health concerns.
Internet reacts after 'Melania' documentary sells one ticket in UK
The documentary Melania, which chronicles the life of US First Lady Melania Trump during the 20 days leading up to her husband, Donald Trump's second inauguration as the president in 2025, has reportedly flopped in the UK.
Tesla announces $20B investment push for Musk's AI-first future
Tesla has announced a massive $20 billion capital expenditure plan for this year, more than double Wall Street's expectations.
After Las Vegas, second US sphere is coming to Maryland
Sphere Entertainment, the company behind Las Vegas's iconic interactive venue, has announced plans to build a second Sphere in Maryland.
McLaren's one-off Project Viva is a piece of automotive art
McLaren Special Operations (MSO), the British luxury carmaker's bespoke personalization division, has unveiled a one-off model called Project Viva.
Musk's Boring Company accused of nearly 800 environmental violations
Elon Musk's tunneling and infrastructure company, The Boring Company, has been accused of nearly 800 state environmental regulation violations by Nevada regulators, according to ProPublica.
Zayn Malik, Louis Tomlinson reunite for Netflix documentary series
Former One Direction bandmates Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson are set to star in a new three-part documentary series on Netflix.
Adele to headline 2026 Super Bowl halftime show?
British singer-songwriter Adele is reportedly in discussions to headline the halftime show at the 2026 Super Bowl, reported Page Six.
Amazon's Zoox is offering free robotaxi rides in Las Vegas
Amazon's autonomous vehicle division, Zoox, has officially launched its robotaxi service in Las Vegas.
Lady Gaga's new song to drop alongside Netflix's 'Wednesday'
Pop sensation Lady Gaga has announced that her new single, The Dead Dance, will be released on September 3. The song is part of the second season of Tim Burton's Netflix series Wednesday.
Justin Bieber impersonator crashes Vegas nightclub, runs $10K tab
In a strange turn of events, a Justin Bieber impersonator fooled the staff at XS Nightclub in Las Vegas into letting him perform several of the pop star's songs.
Nicolas Cage's 5 most iconic roles that define his career
Versatile star Nicolas Cage has played several unforgettable characters during his career.
Kelly Clarkson postpones Las Vegas residency amid her ex-husband's illness
Singer Kelly Clarkson has announced the postponement of her Las Vegas residency shows due to her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock's health issues.
Starbucks bets on protein drinks to revive lagging US sales
Starbucks has witnessed a sixth consecutive quarter of declining sales in the US.
Who was Shane Tamura—gunman who killed 4 in New York
A tragic shooting incident occurred at a high-rise corporate building in midtown Manhattan on Monday evening.
New York shooting: Gunman kills 4 before shooting self
Four individuals, including a New York Police Department officer, were killed in a shooting incident in Midtown Manhattan on Monday evening.
Kelly Clarkson sells stake in her music catalog
American singer-songwriter Kelly Clarkson has sold a stake in her music catalog to HarbourView Equity Partners, the firm announced on Thursday.
5 feel-good adventures only Jon Turteltaub could deliver
Jon Turteltaub knows the art of blending adventure with a heartwarming story.
JLo debuts emotional ballad 'Wreckage of You' following Affleck divorce
Hollywood superstar and Grammy-nominated singer Jennifer Lopez recently hosted an exclusive listening party in Los Angeles for her biggest fans.
Tupac's mother helped end rapper's life, claims Suge Knight
In a shocking revelation, Marion "Suge" Knight, former CEO of Death Row Records, has claimed that Tupac Shakur's mother, Afeni Shakur, helped end her son's life after he was shot in 1996.
Netflix to open immersive theme houses: All we know
Netflix is set to open its first two permanent locations, called Netflix House, in Philadelphia and Dallas by late 2025.
Why TikTok star Khaby Lame was forced to exit US
Khabane "Khaby" Lame, the most-followed TikTok personality globally, was recently detained by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Las Vegas.
'I'm devastated': Rod Stewart cancels US concerts due to illness
Sir Rod Stewart, the 80-year-old British rock star, has canceled a series of concerts in the United States due to the flu.
Amazon's Zoox recalls hundreds of robotaxis to fix critical flaw
Amazon's self-driving arm Zoox has issued a recall for 270 of its robotaxi cars.
MrBeast apologizes after fans slam Las Vegas event
YouTube sensation Jimmy Donaldson, popularly known as MrBeast, has publicly apologized for the disappointing "MrBeast Experience" event held at Resorts World Las Vegas.
First look at 'Lucky': Anya Taylor-Joy leads Apple's next series
Apple TV+'s limited series Lucky, starring and executive produced by Anya Taylor-Joy, has officially started filming.
Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion: Man used ChatGPT to plan attack
The recent Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion was staged by the attacker using ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) model developed by OpenAI.
Ben Affleck, JLo's marriage officially ends: Who gets what
Hollywood stars Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have reportedly finalized their divorce, just five months after Lopez initiated the proceedings.
Cybertruck bomber, New Orleans attacker shared same military base: Reports
Local media has identified the driver of the Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas as Matthew Livelsberger, a 37-year-old Colorado Springs resident.
Tesla Cybertruck explosion outside Trump hotel kills 1; terrorism suspected
A Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on Wednesday morning, killing one person and injuring seven others.
Family of 911 caller—shot dead by Vegas police—seeks officer's arrest
The family of Brandon Durham, a 43-year-old realtor shot dead by police in his own home, is demanding the arrest of the cop involved.
Electric air taxis can now become reality in the US
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final ruling permitting electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to operate in US airspace.
Who is Vem Miller—man arrested near Trump rally with guns
A 49-year-old Las Vegas resident Vem Miller was arrested on Saturday (local time) outside a rally for former United States President Donald Trump in Coachella, California.
Lisa Marie's memoir reveals Michael Jackson was virgin at 35
In her posthumous memoir, From Here to the Great Unknown, Lisa Marie Presley opened up about her relationship with pop icon Michael Jackson.
'Crooked and obscene': 43-foot-tall naked Trump statue horrifies Las Vegans
A 43-foot-tall nude statue of former United States President Donald Trump has popped up in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Pamela Anderson to receive Golden Eye at Zurich Film Festival
Canadian-American actor Pamela Anderson is set to receive the prestigious Golden Eye Award at the Zurich Film Festival. The honor recognizes her versatile career and her critically acclaimed performance in the film The Last Showgirl.
Did Scooter Braun defend Taylor Swift against Donald Trump
Music executive Scooter Braun has come to singer Taylor Swift's defense after ex-US President Donald Trump publicly expressed his dislike for the pop star.
Adele announces break from music: Why she took the call
Adele, the iconic singer known for her soulful voice and deeply personal lyrics, recently announced that she will be taking an extended break from music following her current commitments.
What pushed JLo to end things with Ben Affleck
After months of speculations, Hollywood singer and actor Jennifer Lopez (55) has finally filed for divorce from her husband, fellow actor Ben Affleck (52). The couple had been in marital bliss for over two years.
ATMs are at risk! Researcher exposes shocking security flaws
At the recent Defcon security conference held in Las Vegas, independent researcher Matt Burch exposed six vulnerabilities in the widely-used ATM security solution, Vynamic Security Suite (VSS).
Biden tests COVID-19 positive amid rising age-related health concerns
United States President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, during a campaign trip to Las Vegas.
Adele plans significant break from music after Las Vegas residency
Internationally acclaimed singer Adele has revealed her intention to take a substantial hiatus from music following the conclusion of her Weekends With Adele residency in Las Vegas this fall.
NVIDIA powers dazzling visuals of world's largest sphere in Vegas
NVIDIA, a key player in the AI industry, has revealed that its technology is responsible for the impressive visuals of the Las Vegas Sphere.
Barcelona's Disfrutar named the world's best restaurant for 2024
The globally acclaimed restaurant, Disfrutar, located in Barcelona, Spain, has been crowned the world's best restaurant for 2024.
G-Dragon joins KAIST as a visiting professor
Renowned artist G-Dragon has been appointed as a visiting professor at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST).
Taylor Momsen, bitten by bat, jokes 'I must be witch'
Taylor Momsen, the frontwoman of the American rock band The Pretty Reckless, got a surprise during a gig in Sevilla, Spain—she got bit by a bat!
'Completely heartsick' Jennifer Lopez cancels tour: Find out why
Jennifer Lopez has unexpectedly canceled her This Is Me... Now: The Tour, causing a stir among fans and the entertainment industry.
US: Sixth grader dies by suicide after constant bullying
Flora Martinez, a 12-year-old student at Duane D. Keller Middle School in Las Vegas, took her own life on May 7, 2024, after she was relentlessly bullied at school.
Disney surprises with 'Moana 2' sneak peek at CinemaCon
Disney+ recently surprised cinema lovers by unveiling a sneak peek of Moana 2 at the CinemaCon event in Las Vegas.
OJ Simpson, accused in 'trial of century,' dies at 76
OJ Simpson, the famed former NFL player, has died at the age of 76 following a battle with cancer.