Whether the baker, hairdresser or the kiosk around the corner: If you pay with a card, you are now becoming more and more apparent on the display of the card terminal a selection menu with different tip options. You can often choose from four options – about ten, 15 and 20 percent tip surcharge and … Read more
Luxembourg Reactions to Pope Leo XIV as a Counterweight to Donald Trump Luxembourg – May 9, 2025 – The election of Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV on May 8, 2025, the first American pope in the Roman Catholic Church’s history, has elicited varied reactions in Luxembourg. Some in the predominantly Catholic nation view … Read more
Virginia and North Carolina – May 8, 2025 – The Blue Ridge Parkway, a 469-mile scenic masterpiece managed by the National Park Service, connects Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park to North Carolina’s Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with the historic Biltmore Estate as a key stop along the way. Completed in 1987, this iconic drive offers … Read more
The Blue Ridge Parkway stands as one of America’s greatest treasures—a 469-mile ribbon of asphalt that winds through the heart of Appalachia, connecting Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina. Often called “America’s Favorite Drive,” this engineering marvel isn’t just a road; it’s a journey through time, culture, … Read more
Virginia and North Carolina – Established 1935, Completed 1987 – The Blue Ridge Parkway, a 469-mile scenic drive stretching from Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina, stands as one of America’s most iconic roadways. Managed by the National Park Service (NPS), the Parkway was fully completed in … Read more
Justified or not, Apple’s AirPods have become the default choice for most iPhone owners in the market for new wireless earbuds. If you’re shopping for an Android phone, however, the options aren’t so obvious. That’s where we can help: We’ve tested dozens of wireless earbuds over the years, so we’ve broken down our top recommendations … Read more
EU Grants Car Manufacturers Extended Compliance Period for CO2 Emissions Targets Brussels, Belgium – May 8, 2025 – The European Union has introduced a temporary flexibility measure for car and van manufacturers, allowing them to meet stringent 2025–2027 CO2 emissions targets over a three-year average rather than annually, as announced by the European Commission on … Read more
Orca AI Secures $23M to Propel Autonomous Shipping May 30, 2024 Tel Aviv, Israel — Orca AI, a leading provider of AI-powered maritime navigation solutions, has raised $23 million in a Series B funding round to advance its autonomous shipping technology. The round was led by OCV Partners and Mizmaa Ventures, with participation from Ankona … Read more
The Morning After: Reflecting on the Nintendo Switch’s Enduring Legacy By Staff Writer May 6, 2025 As Nintendo officially unveiled the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 on May 5, 2025, fans and industry analysts alike are taking a moment to reflect on the legacy of the original Nintendo Switch, a console that redefined gaming since … Read more
Cardinals Issue Urgent Global Ceasefire Appeal Ahead of Papal Conclave By Staff Writer May 6, 2025 On the eve of the papal conclave to elect Pope Francis’ successor, the College of Cardinals issued a rare and heartfelt appeal for a worldwide ceasefire, with a particular focus on escalating conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. … Read more