Lotte Group taps Arbitrum for Web3 entertainment experiences
Lotte Group, a big five conglomerate in South Korea, said at CES 2025 that it has picked the Arbitrum blockchain for its Lotte Caliverse.Read More
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Peter Fenwick, Leading Expert on Near-Death Experiences, Dies at 89
He was a neuropsychiatrist who was studying consciousness when a patient explained what had happened to him. He came to believe the phenomenon was real.The New York Times - 6h -
Trump avoids punishment for hush-money conviction and calls case ‘terrible experience’
President-elect, who was found guilty of committing 34 felonies, sentenced to unconditional discharge in New York. Trump hush-money sentencing – latest updates Donald Trump will avoid jail ...The Guardian - 11h -
‘Approaching the Light’: Peter Fenwick and Stories of Near-Death Experiences
Dr. Fenwick, a neuropsychiatrist, assembled anecdotes from more than 300 people in his book “The Truth in the Light.” Here are some of them.The New York Times - 11h -
Automakers showcase their latest advances for in-vehicle experiences at CES
Interior lighting aimed at reducing motion sicknessABC News - 22h -
How Narvar is using AI and data to enhance post-purchase customer experiences
How Narvar's new tech is using AI to harness the power of 42 billion consumer interactions a year to improve retail operations.VentureBeat - 1d -
Story uses Web3 to enable creators to capture the value they contribute to the AI ecosystem
Story, an intellectual property blockchain, believes that creators, developers and artists should be able to be rewarded for what they contribute to AI.VentureBeat - 2d -
Duckworth: Trump’s Pentagon pick has less experience than Applebee’s manager
Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), a decorated combat veteran and member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, says President-elect Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Defense is dangerously ...The Hill - 8h -
Chinese toymaker taps ‘kidult’ craze as shares soar on Hong Kong debut
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Experience: I found treasures in a shipwreck
The sand swirled, and cleared. A flash of gold appeared and my heart leapt. I was 10 when I went on my first archaeological dig. I’d been exploring a clay pit near Bletchley Park, Milton Keynes, ...The Guardian - 17h -
BlackRock departs climate investment group
Asset management firm BlackRock is leaving a climate-focused investing group, the group confirmed. “We are disappointed to see any investor withdraw, but as a voluntary initiative, we respect any ...The Hill - 1d -
Bush gives Obama a belly tap at Carter funeral
Former President Bush gave former President Obama a belly tap at the funeral on Thursday for the late President Carter, a moment caught on camera and then shared widely on social media. When Bush ...The Hill - 1d -
Warren questions Trump IRS nominee's experience, promotion of tax credit
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) voiced concerns about President-elect Trump’s nominee to lead the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Wednesday, pressing him for answers about his previous experience ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump expected to tap GOP House Foreign Affairs Africa director for NSC post
President-elect Trump is expected to tap Joe Foltz, staff director for the Republican side of the House Foreign Affairs subcommittee on Africa, to lead the Africa desk at the National Security ...The Hill - 1d -
What happens to an NFL coach who is fired? Five share their experiences
On average, 6.5 teams per season have changed their head coach in the Super Bowl era.ESPN - 1d -
Actor Steve Guttenberg shares harrowing LA wildfire experience
Actor and long-time resident of Pacific Palisades, Steve Guttenberg joins TODAY to talk about the devastation from the severe wildfires in California, pitching in to help those in need, and the ...NBC News - 1d -
Nuclear energy groups race to develop ‘microreactors’
Companies vie to create small plants for deployment to sites from data centres to oil platformsFinancial Times - 1d -
Los Angeles wildfires disrupt television, entertainment industry
Jimmy Kimmel Live and other TV productions went dark Wednesday as fires spread. It's unclear when they'll resume.CBS News - 2d -
Joni Ernst Tapped to Lead Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship
Ernst, who is one of the top Republicans in the Senate, teased visions for what her leadership of the committee will aim to tackle.Inc. - 2d -
Bottom Line: Palantir taps Trump-tied firm as it chases government contracts
Defense Palantir Technologies has hired Miller Strategies to lobby on issues related to defense policy and appropriations. The U.S. government has awarded Palantir nearly $2.5 billion in contracts ...The Hill - 2d -
Paul Atkins, Tapped to Lead SEC, Likely to Go Easier on Wall Street Enforcement Actions
Trump’s pick, a former top official at the Securities Exchange Commission now likely to hold its top job, has a track record of resisting penalties for compnaies and individuals.Inc. - 3d -
Sony's "Immersive Entertainment Concept" Could Potentially Let You Smell Zombies
With CES 2025 in full swing, one of the more intriguing exhibits at the trade show is a proof-of-concept entertainment experience from Sony. The PlayStation company is currently showing off what a ...GameSpot - 3d -
Nvidia releases gaming chips for PCs, tapping AI features from data center GPUs
At CES in Las Vegas, Nvidia showed that it's still focused on serving gamers even as the company's primary business is now in the data center.CNBC - 3d -
With high heels and fur coats, Kaitlin Olson taps into 'High Potential'
The ABC procedural, which returns for the second half of its season Tuesday, has been a fun challenge for Kaitlin Olson, who stars in and produces the series.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Israeli airstrike targets armed group in West Bank
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Sony is making a location-based experience based on The Last of Us
Neil Druckmann of Naughty Dog announced that Sony is working on a location-based physical entertainment experience based on The Last of Us.VentureBeat - 4d -
‘Forever Chemicals’ Reach Tap Water via Treated Sewage, Study Finds
Wastewater, even after treatment to make it drinkable, contains high levels of PFAS, according to researchers.The New York Times - 4d -
First Derby della Madonnina on tap for Monday as Inter face AC Milan with Supercoppa Italiana trophy at stake
Elsewhere on the Golazo Starting XI newsletter, the first leg of the League Cup semifinals gets underwayCBS Sports - 4d -
FirstFT: Private equity to lobby Trump as industry seeks to tap retirement funds
Also in today’s newsletter, China’s equity markets extend poor start to the year and accountancy’s Gen Z problemFinancial Times - 4d -
5 Ways to Improve Your Hiring Experience
A seamless hiring experience isn’t just good manners, it’s your secret weapon for attracting top talent and building a standout employer brand.Inc. - 6d -
Trump taps ex-Fox News contributor to join State department
President-elect Trump announced Friday that former Fox News contributor Tammy Bruce is slated to join his State Department later this month. “It is my great honor to announce that Tammy Bruce will ...The Hill - Jan. 4 -
Star-studded transfer window on tap with free agency pending for Mohamed Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, more
Elsewhere in today's edition of the Golazo Starting XI, will Christian Pulisic return for Milan?CBS Sports - Jan. 3 -
Religious Leaders Experiment with A.I. in Sermons
Modern religious leaders are experimenting with A.I. just as earlier generations examined radio, television and the internet.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Experience: I paid £55,000 for a beer
When I asked for the receipt, the bartender printed it out and put her hand over her mouth. I’m a cricket journalist from Sydney, and in 2019 I was in Manchester to cover the Ashes. After dinner, I ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
Meta Taps Republican as New Head of Global Policy
Joel Kaplan is replacing former U.K. Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg as Silicon Valley prepares for the second Trump administration.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2 -
U.S. beats Canada, wins group at world juniors
The U.S. scored a 4-1 victory over Canada to take the top spot in Group A at the world junior hockey championship on Tuesday.ESPN - Jan. 1 -
Jemima Kelly tries to tap her way to happiness
The FT’s ‘resident contrarian’ explores the wilder shores of wellnessFinancial Times - Jan. 1 -
Trump taps creator of viral garbage truck photo op for executive producer position
President-elect Trump announced that Justin Caporale would join him as the executive producer for major events and public appearances while in office. “Justin Caporale has been with me right from ...The Hill - Jan. 1 -
How Saga Origins is exploring the boundaries of Web3 games | Rebecca Liao interview
Rebecca Liao, CEO of Saga, talked to us about the boundaries of provocative games on the Saga blockchain.VentureBeat - Dec. 31
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Text messaging scammers stole $2M in cryptocurrency from victims, NY attorney general's office says
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As the Supreme Court weighs a ban on the video-sharing site, no one has more to lose than Zhang Yiming.The Wall Street Journal - 2h -
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