To lower the danger of crashes, Tesla is recalling 1.6 million vehicles in China.
According to a Chinese regulator on Friday, Tesla is recalling 1.6 million cars in China to address issues with its Autopilot driver-assistance technology and lower the chance of collisions. The country's main market regulator, China's State Administration for Market Regulation, said in a statement that the problems can be resolved by over-the-air software updates. In the second-largest market for the firm, 1.61 million Model S, Model X, and Model 3 sedans—as well as Model 3 sedans and Model Y SUVs manufactured in China—are covered by the Autopilot recall for Tesla (TSLA) vehicles. Between August 26, 2014, and December 20, 2023, the vehicles were manufactured. The agency stated in the statement that drivers may "misuse" the Autopilot features in these cars, which might raise the danger of collisions.
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Pizza Hut selling snake pizza in Hong Kong
Pizza Hut, an American corporation, has partnered with a century-old Hong Kong restaurant to create a modern take on a classic dish called snake on a pizza. The new dish includes Chinese dried ham, black mushrooms, and shredded snake meat—all essential components of a real snake stew—and is a cornerstone of the Hong Kong franchise's internet marketing strategy. For a long time, certain diners in Hong Kong and the surrounding areas of southern China have loved snake stew, particularly in the winter. A local Cantonese tradition states that the greatest time to eat snake is "when the autumn wind begins to blow," which refers to when the snakes have gained weight in anticipation of hibernating. Many people think that eating snake flesh can treat skin ailments. Hong Kong resident Mabel Sieh, a self-described…
Extra virgin olive oil is getting very expensive. And it might not even be real
For thousands of years, olive oil has been an integral part of Mediterranean cuisine and culture. It was referred to as "liquid gold" in Homer's "Iliad" because it was utilized for religious and therapeutic purposes before it was ever put on the table. The olive branch has been used for ages as a symbol of prosperity and peace, and fragrant extra virgin and virgin olive oils are valuable exports worldwide. The olive oil market, estimated to be worth $22.3 billion in 2022, is anticipated to grow rapidly during the following ten years. However, behind the world's most well-known extra virgin olive oils, which are made in Greece, Spain, and Italy, are equally profitable criminal businesses taking advantage of the gold rush to sell phony liquid gold that is made from sunflower, canola, or even lamp oil.
Italy divided over new pineapple pizza
Anyone who has traveled to Italy knows that there are unwritten conventions that must be followed, and the most significant of these are related to food. After 11 a.m., a cappuccino? only visitors should use. Bolognese spaghetti? A terrifying idea. On your pizza, pineapple? Heresy, that is, up until this point. But according to Gino Sorbillo, the famed Naples pizzaiolo (pizza maestro), who has introduced the dreaded "ananas" to his menu in Via dei Tribunali, the most famous pizza street in the pizza capital of the world, 2024 may just be the year that pineapple pizza finally makes its way to Italy. "Margherita con Ananas," a creation by Sorbillo, costs seven euros ($7.70). However, this isn't your typical Hawaiian pizza—rather, it's a bianca, stripped of its tomato layer
Target goes crazy over Valentine’s Day sales of rose-colored Stanley mugs.
The desire for Stanley cups is sweeping the globe. Not the hockey kind, either. Ask Target, please. It looks like nothing will say "L-O-V-E" more profoundly to some Valentine's Day revelers this year than an oversized rose-colored stainless steel insulated tumbler. It's clunky and heavy to carry around when filled for "all-day hydration," but it will still go viral in the New Year. Target debuted a special edition Valentine's Day line of Stanley tumblers in vibrant pink and cherry red hues in December. The collection featured a 40-ounce giant mug, two-pack tumblers in adorable packaging that said "It was Love at First Sip," and a Pint-sized stacking beer tumbler. Customers pounced on the merchandise, sometimes quite violently.
US government’s proposal to boost EV sales is challenging but not impossible
The US government intends to modify vehicle pollution regulations in a way that would force automakers to market a greater number of electric vehicles. By 2032, around two-thirds of all new cars sold in the United States will need to be electric. According to Matthias Heck, an industry analyst at Moody's, electric vehicles would have achieved that kind of market share sometime beyond 2035 if not for these regulations. He claimed that although the EPA's aims are achievable, they will not be simple, and significant financial outlays will be required. Heck noted that the plan is still only that—a proposal—and that it may change before it is approved. Things will shift significantly over the next ten years, including the infrastructure for charging.
Apple is no longer selling the newest Apple Watch in America after the White House declines to overturn ban
The clock has wound down on the newest Apple Watch after the White House declined to issue a last-minute, emergency action to keep the best-selling smartwatch on store shelves. The Biden White House had until the end of Christmas day to overturn a US International Trade Commission ruling that prevents Apple from importing the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, among other newer models, because they violate patents registered to another company. But, as expected, it did not intervene. The office of US Trade Representative Katherine Tai confirmed the decision in a statement Tuesday. “After careful consultations, Ambassador Tai decided not to reverse the ITC’s determination and the ITC’s decision became final on December 26, 2023,” Tai’s office said.
Verizon settled a proposed $100 million lawsuit. Here’s how to get your share
Perhaps this week, some Verizon customers received an unexpected surprise in the mail: a chance to get a refund as part of a $100 million settlement offer related to a class-action lawsuit. Due to a lawsuit alleging that Verizon charged fees that were "unfair and not adequately disclosed," eligible customers are receiving postcards or emails advising them to register a claim by April 15 in order to collect up to $100. The plaintiffs claimed that Verizon's "administrative charge" was "misleading" as it was not included in the monthly stated price of their plan and was applied in a "deceptive and unfair manner." In a statement, Verizon maintained that it "clearly identifies and describes its wireless consumer admin charge," refuting the allegations.
