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Electric Trucks Will Be A Boon For Black Communities

Freeways, ports, and other industrial areas are often seen on the horizon — or closer, in some instances — in Black communities. Living in close quarters to, say, factories or petrochemical plants or other fixed sources of pollution is hugely detrimental to public health in such neighborhoods.

Google To Delete Billions Of Browser Records To Settle Lawsuit

Google has pledged to destroy the private browsing history of millions of people who used Chrome's "incognito" mode.

Buyer Beware: Unregulated ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Loans Can Lead To Greater Debt And...

America's debt addiction takes on a new twist—thanks to opaque, unregulated "buy now, pay later" loans that have swept retail in the past few years.

Studies Show Black Women Struggle In Transition To Retirement

Retirement is what the majority of Americans look forward to after spending decades in the workforce. It comes with financial independence and newfound freedom.  However, Black women are not as supported as their white counterparts in retirement.

Average Credit Card Debt Increased 10% To $6,501 In 2023

As of the third quarter (Q3) of 2023, consumers collectively owed more than $1 trillion on their credit cards.

The Environmental Impact Of Smartphones—And What The Industry Is Doing To Make Them More...

As smartphone technology continues to break new ground year after year, the environmental toll of the relatively short life span of cellphones is becoming increasingly clear.

Cars, Sugar And Cruises: How The Port Of Baltimore Closure Could Hurt The Economy

The bridge collapse that has indefinitely halted the flow of ships in and out of the Port of Baltimore could hurt the local economy, strain supply chains and scramble deliveries along the US East Coast.

This Tool Can Help Protect You And Your Kids On Gaming Consoles

Your privacy and safety are at risk on your game console, and if you have children, theirs is as well. If you and your family want to play in peace, you need to learn how to lock your system down.

Passenger On Boeing Flight That Suddenly Dropped Says Pilot Told Him He Lost Control...

The pilot of a terrifying flight from Australia to New Zealand told those on board he temporarily lost control of his Boeing 787 after one of its instruments failed, a passenger said Monday, as authorities investigate what caused a sudden drop that threw travelers around the cabin, injuring dozens.

FAA Gives Boeing 90 Days To Come Up With A Plan To Address Quality...

Boeing must produce within 90 days a plan to fix serious quality and safety issues, the Federal Aviation Administration said on Wednesday.

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Male Infertility Contributes To About 40% Of Cases Of Infertility. What...

When opposite sex couples are trying and failing to get pregnant, the attention often focuses on the woman. That’s not always the case.