Rocket Lab reported record Q2 revenue of US$234m and a US$2.4b backlog, while CEO Peter Beck highlighted data centres in space as a growth opportunity following the company's US$8b acquisition of satellite operator Iridium.
The Guardian · Aug 22, 2026
Over 33,000 residents in northwest Indiana remain without power 11 days after August storms toppled trees and power lines, causing widespread hardship including food shortages, closed businesses, and spoiled supplies.
Google News · Aug 22, 2026
Meta faces a landmark trial where prosecutors allege the company employed a 'hook, hold, harvest and hide' strategy to manipulate users while ignoring child safety concerns, with whistleblower testimony supporting claims that executives prioritized engagement over protection.
The Guardian · Aug 22, 2026
Coles' website went offline after a viral Reddit post exposed a pricing error offering up to 80% discounts on bulk alcohol, with the retailer later cancelling affected orders and blaming an AI integration mistake.
Google News · Aug 22, 2026
Celebrities Rose McGowan and Anna Paquin paid tribute to actress Hayden Panettiere following her death, while highlighting systemic mistreatment of child stars in the entertainment industry.
CNA · Aug 22, 2026
SimplyGo resolved a configuration error that prevented pre-peak rail fare discounts from being applied to 210,000 daily journeys on Aug 20-21. The issue affected EZ-Link and bank card transactions but has been corrected.
Inquirer.net · Aug 22, 2026
Marketing leader Mike Sena is repositioning Cebuana Lhuillier from a pawnshop to a comprehensive financial services provider, using storytelling to make financial solutions more accessible to everyday Filipinos.
TechCrunch · Aug 22, 2026
Michael Polansky's startup Outer Biosciences uses AI trained on living human skin tissue kept viable for weeks to discover new skincare compounds at unprecedented speed, generating candidate ingredients every six weeks versus traditional methods.
TechCrunch · Aug 22, 2026
Japanese space startup Letara raised $16M to expand hybrid rocket propulsion beyond satellite thrusters into defense and launch markets, capitalizing on Japan's growing aerospace sector.
Yahoo Finance · Aug 22, 2026
Enero Group achieved 9% EBITDA growth and 54% net profit surge in FY26, driven by AI-enabled operational efficiency gains and margin expansion from 10.2% to 11.8% despite restructuring challenges.
Wifi Hifi Magazine · Aug 22, 2026
A curated shopping guide featuring four consumer tech products including premium earbuds, a smart ring, karaoke machine, and multifunctional water bottle with integrated phone mount.
Variety Australia · Aug 22, 2026
Take-Two Interactive filed federal subpoenas against Microsoft and Discord seeking user data related to leaked GTA 6 gameplay footage posted by hacker group CyberLeek, three months before the game's November release.
Google News · Aug 22, 2026
Paramount and California's Attorney General are scheduled to meet Monday to discuss settlement terms for an antitrust case, with Gov. Newsom signaling openness to a deal requiring structural remedies.
El Ecosistema Startup · Aug 21, 2026
RRHHDigital abre la convocatoria de la HR Startup Competition 2026 para startups Early Stage en soluciones de gestión de personas, IA y talento. La fecha límite es el 13 de septiembre y la semifinal se celebrará el 30 de septiembre en Madrid.
The New York Times · Aug 21, 2026
TikTok agreed to a $400 million settlement with the U.S. Justice Department over allegations of illegally collecting children's personal information, resolving a major privacy lawsuit.
BBC News · Aug 21, 2026
Leaked footage of Grand Theft Auto 6 has surfaced online ahead of an official Netflix reveal, prompting Rockstar's parent company to pursue legal action. Industry experts suggest the breach, while damaging internally, is unlikely to significantly impact the game's commercial success.
NewsBreak · Aug 21, 2026
China is preparing to launch Chang'e-7, its most technologically complex lunar mission, to search for frozen water deposits in permanently shadowed regions of the moon.
Associated Press · Aug 21, 2026
A backcountry guide company faces $150,000 in fines following California's deadliest modern avalanche, marking regulatory action over the incident.
Google News · Aug 21, 2026
Apple is laying off hundreds of employees from its Siri and Vision Pro divisions, signaling a strategic shift toward smart glasses development and away from spatial computing initiatives.
CBS News · Aug 21, 2026
Social media accounts are hiding cash across U.S. cities, sparking viral hunts that generate millions of views and revenue through sponsorships and app subscriptions while tapping into economic anxiety.
The New York Times · Aug 21, 2026
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has purchased a nearly 200-year-old Irish castle, expanding his real estate portfolio with a sprawling historic property.
Google News · Aug 21, 2026
Buc-ee's CEO signals the convenience store chain will prioritize expansion in conservative, business-friendly states, with the company opening its first Arkansas location as part of broader US growth.
CBS News · Aug 21, 2026
Three-time Olympian Jenny Simpson collapsed during a June run in North Carolina, revealing a rare heart condition. A fortunate encounter with a pediatric physician and AED saved her life, but she can no longer compete.
Google News · Aug 21, 2026
Rockstar Games and parent company Take-Two are subpoenaing Microsoft and Discord following unauthorized leaks of Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay footage, escalating efforts to contain pre-release content.
Fox News · Aug 21, 2026
AEW star Adam Copeland will perform at Toronto's historic Maple Leaf Gardens for the first time, fulfilling a lifelong dream sparked by watching wrestling there as a child and creating a meaningful full-circle moment in his career.