FILE: Sam Smith performs at Madison Square Garden on Aug. 8, 2023, in New York City. Theo Wargo/Getty Images But the evening’s emotional climax arrived when Smith stopped between songs to speak about their love for San Francisco. “I first came here to San Francisco when I was 20 years old,” the British singer told … Read more
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Dubai International Airport, the world’s busiest for international travel, announced Tuesday it served 41.6 million passengers in the first half of this year — exceeding figures for the same period in 2019 as travelers return to the air after the lockdowns of the coronavirus pandemic. The airport, home to the … Read more
Drivers are being urged to check signage before they park or potentially face a hefty penalty, after two fuel-powered vehicles were caught stopped in electric-only spaces. A Sydney electric vehicle owner blasted the drivers online when he spotted them parked in bays reserved for EV charging — an act that carries fines of up to … Read more
Q: A reader asked, “Any tips for pedestrians or drivers in the vicinity of a robotaxi?” I treat robotaxis the same as any other vehicle: Assume they are driven by a mindless, distracted, reckless idiot, until proven otherwise. B. Monte A: And… Q: At the height of the afternoon commute a couple of years ago, … Read more
Tokyo is arguably one of the greatest culinary capitals in the world. The city boasts more than 100,000 establishments, from mom-and-pop shokudo (informal restaurants with set menus) to cutting-edge fine dining, as well as five-seater backstreet bars and several entries on this year’s Asia’s 50 Best Bars list. There is one key area in which … Read more
Tesla has received a special order from federal automotive safety regulators requiring the company to provide extensive data about its driver assistance and driver monitoring systems, and a once secret configuration for these known as “Elon mode.” Typically, when a Tesla driver uses the company’s driver assistance systems — which are marketed as Autopilot, Full … Read more
Lego Star Wars toys sit on display inside a Toys R Us store in Paramus, New Jersey, Nov. 26, 2019. Bloomberg | Getty Images While other toy companies struggle with an inflation-fueled sales slump, Lego is building positive results brick by brick. The privately held Danish toymaker saw revenue rise 1% during the first six … Read more
Japan’s National Police Agency on Wednesday announced a plan to upgrade its National Cyber Unit to a department to step up its fight against cybercrimes and cyberattacks. Under the plan, included in its organizational reform request for fiscal 2024 that will start next April, the NPA will also set up a special investigation division and … Read more
Time-of-Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (ToF-SIMS) has been a valuable analytical tool for several decades. Its use continues to expand as new applications emerge in materials science, biotechnology, and environmental monitoring. As technology advances and new research challenges arise, several trends shape the future of ToF-SIMS analysis. ToF-SIMS analysis involves several steps to prepare the … Read more
Europe is a continent steeped in rich history, captivating tales, exciting adventures, and at times, a touch of mystery. While every continent has its share of baffling destinations, Europe boasts some of the most mesmerizing and mysterious places in the world. The fascination of mystery is appealing to travelers with a thirst for adventure. This … Read more