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Elon Musk’s net worth hit USD 499.5 billion on Wednesday, driven by Tesla’s stock rebound and rising valuations of SpaceX and xAI, making him the first person to approach a half-trillion fortune. Elon Musk has set a historic benchmark in global wealth. The Tesla and SpaceX chief has become the first individual in history to … Read more
PlayStation 5 exclusive Ghost of Yotei has a day-one patch that adds a number of important features to the game. Sony confirmed the patch notes, below, to IGN and the fact disc owners will have to install the update. Sony asked players to ensure they’re on Version 1.006 moving forward.More like thisGhost of Yotei: 10 Best Skills … Read more
Microsoft has announced another price hike for Xbox Game Pass, raising the cost of the PC Game Pass plan from $12 to $16.49 a month. This change comes as part of a broader restructuring of its subscription tiers. The increase, confirmed on October 1, 2025, follows a series of price adjustments across Xbox’s Game Pass … Read more
Wheel of Fortune host Ryan Seacrest cried tears of joy for his first-ever $1 million dollar winner Christina Derevjanik on the Sept. 30 episode, with her grand total being the most money ever given. On the Sept. 30 episode of Wheel of Fortune, the TV show host got to award his first ever million-dollar prize to a contestant—and it … Read more
During a White House event launching TrumpRx, a prescription drug cost-cutting initiative, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sneezed near President Trump, prompting the president to joke, “Give me a Paxlovid immediately.” The light moment recalled early COVID-19 fears, adding humor to the announcement of Trump’s plan to lower drug prices. The deal is part … Read more
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and President Donald Trump delivered fiery speeches at Quantico, attacking diversity initiatives, calling for resignations, and floating military deployments in U.S. cities. Here’s what it means for the future of America’s armed forces. In a rare and dramatic gathering at Quantico, Virginia, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and President Donald … Read more
McDonald’s Monopoly 2025 is back for a limited time. Customers can play by ordering select menu items or using the app. Players can win prizes like trips, cash, gift cards, and instant rewards. Pre-registration in the McDonald’s app is open until October 5, giving bonus points. The game starts on October 6, with over 30 … Read more
Charlie Javice, founder of Frank startup, sentenced to 85 months in prison for defrauding JPMorgan Chase in a $175 million acquisition deal. Charlie Javice, founder of the financial aid startup Frank and Forbes 30 under 30 alumnus, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for fraud. The fintech startup had been acquired by JPMorgan Chase in 2021 … Read more
When a lapse in funding occurs, the law requires agencies to cease activity and furlough their “non-excepted” employees Washington is just hours away from yet another federal government shutdown, with prospects looking rather bleak for a last-minute compromise in Congress to avoid federal closures beginning at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday (October 1, 2025). Republicans have crafted … Read more
“I am not going to be able to rehearse and put together the show that I want you to see, and the show that you deserve to see,” she posted, noting that the concerts are being pushed to September 2026. Dolly Parton has postponed her upcoming Las Vegas concert residency due to health issues. Dolly … Read more