Top stories of the day - August 26, 2019

Crack the Code: Getting Started in Computer Programming, Part 2 Articles
There's lots of opportunity for skilled computer programmers. Aaron Axline examines what it takes to launch a programming career.
Aug 26, 2019 23:58 UTC Computing Read More

Asia stocks rise as investors watch US-China trade developments
Stocks in Asia traded higher on Tuesday as investors watch for developments on the U.S.-China trade front following a recent escalation in tensions.
Aug 26, 2019 23:45 UTC Business Read More

Computer programming at Jennings Creek breaks language barriers
BOWLING GREEN Ky.-Jennings Creek Elementary school is offering students a way to excel in their studies. The school is known as a computer science…
Aug 26, 2019 23:45 UTC Computing Read More

Google Warns Against Blocking ‘Cookies’ Entirely, Triggering Criticism
After promising to offer tools to let users limit “cookies,” which help internet and ad companies track users, Alphabet's Google suggested it won't go any further,…
Aug 26, 2019 23:40 UTC Technology Read More

Exercise: Why Can It Benefit A Person's Mental Health
Most people know almost definitely that an inactive lifestyle causes persistent miseries. These include heart illness, diabetes, cancer, obesity, as well as it can…
Aug 26, 2019 23:40 UTC Mental-Health Read More

Starbucks CEO sees no signs of a looming recession 'We're firing on all cylinders'
"We have not seen signs in the U.S. of anything related to a slowdown, but we do know these things go in cycles," Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson says.
Aug 26, 2019 23:39 UTC Business Read More

Asia stocks rise as investors watch US-China trade developments
Stocks in Asia traded higher on Tuesday as investors watch for developments on the U.S.-China trade front following a recent escalation in tensions.
Aug 26, 2019 23:32 UTC Markets Read More

Infiniti's getting a new global design chief and that's a good thing
Taisuke Nakamura has been responsible for some of the coolest concepts to come from the brand in recent memory and his design sense could be a real leg up…
Aug 26, 2019 23:32 UTC Business Read More

Super Mario 64 Is Being Remade Inside Super Mario Odyssey
If you ever wondered what it'd be like to play through Super Mario 64, only with Cappy doing his thing, here's your chance to (hopefully) find out.
Aug 26, 2019 23:29 UTC Technology Read More

Playtika acquires Best Fiends mobile game publisher Seriously
Israeli social casino gaming giant Playtika has acquired Finnish mobile game publisher Seriously, GamesBeat has learned. The companies confirmed the deal…
Aug 26, 2019 23:27 UTC Technology Read More

3 human cases of deadly mosquito-borne virus suspected in West Michigan
KALAMAZOO, MI -- State health officials suspect three West Michigan residents have contracted a deadly mosquito-borne disease. Michigan Department of…
Aug 26, 2019 23:23 UTC Health Read More

Valley teen's smart watch saves his life
PHOENIX — A 13-year-old Valley boy says his smartwatch saved his life. "I started feeling light-headed and I looked down at my heart rate and it said 219.".
Aug 26, 2019 23:23 UTC Health Read More

Mandatory mental health training on its way for Austin patrol officers
AUSTIN, Texas — All Austin police officers on patrol will soon be required to take mental health training. The Austin Police Department made that decision last…
Aug 26, 2019 23:16 UTC Mental-Health Read More

When it comes to Chick-fil-A versus Popeyes, Tyson Foods wins, Jim Cramer says
As foodies duke it out over which restaurant makes the best chicken sandwich, Jim Cramer says the biggest winner is not who you think.
Aug 26, 2019 23:10 UTC Business Read More

Weill Family Foundation announces public-private partnership with Energy Department on artificial intelligence
The Department of Energy and the Weill Family Foundation on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding for a new public-private partnership which will…
Aug 26, 2019 23:04 UTC Artificial-Intelligence Read More

An Overwatch Switch Carry Case Exists, No Prizes For Guessing What Comes Next
Putting the cart before the horse - Overwatch may be getting a bit long in the tooth but it's a game that continues to dra...
Aug 26, 2019 23:04 UTC Technology Read More

Andrew Yang outlines plan to combat climate crisis
Democratic presidential candidate and businessman Andrew Yang on Monday outlined a plan to combat the "existential threat" of the global climate crisis.
Aug 26, 2019 23:03 UTC Health-Care Read More

What to eat for a workout boost — ditch the energy bars and have an apple
From plant protein shakes to mushroom jerky and almond butter recovery balls, our appetite for nutritional snacks that boost energy and improve workouts…
Aug 26, 2019 23:00 UTC Nutrition Read More

Google Home vs. Amazon Echo: Which Smart Speaker Is Better?
Should you buy an Amazon Echo or Google Home device?
Aug 26, 2019 22:59 UTC Gadgets Read More

Walmart Surfaces Tesla's Solar Problem
Walmart sues Tesla and wants it to remove its solar installations at 200-plus locations. Allegedly the roofs have been badly installed, are poorly maintained an.
Aug 26, 2019 22:56 UTC Business Read More

Hooters in Las Vegas sold, to be rebranded as OYO Hotel
Monday, Aug. 26, 2019 | 3:52 p.m. - The Hooters hotel-casino off the Las Vegas Strip has been sold to India-based hospitality company OYO. The 657-room…
Aug 26, 2019 22:55 UTC Business Read More

Ferdinand Piëch, Domineering Volkswagen Chief, Dies at 82
Ferdinand Piëch, a scion of the Porsche carmaking family who led Volkswagen for two decades marked by rapid international expansion but also by scandal,…
Aug 26, 2019 22:53 UTC Business Read More

Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey Review Roundup What Are The Critics Saying?
Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey is scheduled to launch for PC on the Epic Games Store, with the Xbox One and PS4 versions coming at a later date.
Aug 26, 2019 22:44 UTC Technology Read More