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Howard Stern's jaw-dropping net worth: How did the shock jock get so rich and how much does he earn currently?
Has Howard Stern left the SiriusXM show? This question has left fans worried. But now it has been revealed that Howard Stern has returned to the airwaves after trolling listeners with a gag. Stern joined Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. in 2006 and that made him one of the highest-paid personalities in broadcasting and was a game-changer for both the company and the industry.
Boeing says will hire replacements for striking US defense workers
Boeing initiates recruitment for permanent manufacturing staff. This move comes amidst an ongoing strike by US union employees in Missouri and Illinois. Around 3,200 workers walked out due to contract disagreements. Boeing states deliveries and testing remain on schedule. However, the company cites a lack of negotiation progress. The union seeks better pay and benefits.
Fintech firm’s AI adoption plan backfires as attempt to automation leaves engineers stuck with handling customer support calls
Klarna’s bold AI experiment has backfired, forcing engineers and marketers into customer support roles after its chatbot failed to handle rising complaints, Business Insider reported. Once claiming that AI could replace 700 agents, CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski now admits cost-cutting hurt quality and vows to restore human support. The setback, echoing a wider 95% AI adoption failure rate noted by MIT, comes as Klarna prepares for a $14 billion IPO amid investor scrutiny.
Anna Wintour taps Chloe Malle as Vogue successor - but she's still in charge
Anna Wintour has appointed Chloe Malle as her successor to oversee editorial content at Vogue, marking a significant shift after Wintour's nearly 40-year reign as editor-in-chief. While Malle will manage day-to-day operations, Wintour remains chief content officer for Condé Nast and global editorial director of Vogue.
Thrill or threat? India’s booming adventure tourism faces deadly safety gaps
Adventure sports in India face a safety crisis. Recent accidents highlight the dangers of unregulated activities. Paragliding, rafting, and ziplining incidents caused fatalities. The adventure tourism market is growing rapidly. However, safety standards are often lacking. The government offers guidelines, but adherence is voluntary. Unlicensed operators and faulty gear contribute to the problem.
Will fix CDC, says health secy Kennedy after White House fires its director
"As a presidential appointee, senate confirmed officer, only the president himself can fire her," the lawyers said in a statement on Wednesday. They said she was notified by a White House personnel office staff member. The leadership upheaval comes as Kennedy has made sweeping changes to vaccine policies since taking office this year, including firing the CDC's expert vaccine advisory panel members and replacing them with fellow anti-vaccine activists and other hand-picked advisers.
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Trump tariff hammer hits India’s biggest garment hubs
India's garment export hubs near Delhi face a grim reality as the US imposes 50% tariffs, impacting orders and prompting buyers to seek discounts. Exporters fear closures and job losses as competitors like Bangladesh gain an edge.
ET Soonicorns Summit 2025: From AI-led demand forecasting to meat sentiment—why Licious built its own supply chain
“Nobody gets traumatised by a bad rajma or tomato. But with meat, it happens.” At the ET Soonicorns Summit 2025 finale fireside chat, Abhay Hanjura and Vivek Gupta cut open the Licious playbook, revealing lessons critical to building enduring consumer startups.
CDC director Susan Monarez is out after less than a month on the job and other agency leaders resign
Susan Monarez is no longer the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Several top agency leaders have resigned. Monarez's lawyers claim she was targeted for defending science. Resignations followed budget cuts and communication limits. Officials express concern over the politicization of science. Experts worry about the impact on public health.
Sri Lanka's ex-president Wickremesinghe shifted to prison hospital following remand
Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe was imprisoned and then moved to a prison hospital due to high blood sugar and blood pressure after being denied bail. He faces charges of misusing state funds, specifically related to travel expenses for his wife's convocation in England. Despite the charges, Wickremesinghe remains in good spirits, receiving visits from political figures.
US: At least 600 CDC employees are getting final termination notices, union says
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is issuing permanent termination notices to at least 600 employees following a recent court decision. These cuts affect various departments, including violence prevention, impacting experts trained to address such issues.
Foxconn’s recall of more Chinese staff tests Apple’s India push
Foxconn, Apple's assembly partner, has recalled approximately 300 Chinese engineers from its Indian factory due to potential restrictions on technology transfers from China. This move impacts Apple's efforts to rapidly expand and localize its supply chain in India, as the factory produces components for older iPhone models.
TikTok set to lay off 300 employees in content moderation, trust & safety teams: FT report
The report by the Financial Times also said the ByteDance-owned video platform is looking at technological advances, including working on large language models (LLMs).
She went from an ‘accidental CEO’ to the ‘most powerful woman in healthcare’. At 82, she’s giving away 99% of her $7.8 billion fortune
Judy Faulkner, the brain behind Epic Systems, is set to donate 99% of her wealth. Forbes calls her a powerful woman in healthcare. She built a top health record firm from a Wisconsin basement. Now, she joins philanthropists giving away fortunes. Faulkner signed The Giving Pledge in 2015. She is selling Epic shares and funding Roots & Wings. The foundation aids low-income families with health and education. Faulkner aims for $100 million in yearly donations by 2027. Epic operates unconventionally. Faulkner avoids typical tech habits.
Worried that AI will take away your job soon? Here is the good news from MIT
An MIT study reveals that generative AI's impact on jobs is gradual and industry-specific, not catastrophic. Workforce reductions are limited to already vulnerable roles like customer support, with technology and media sectors anticipating the most shifts. The focus is now on AI literacy, as companies prioritize candidates who can effectively use AI tools, debunking myths of widespread job replacement.
Is your job at risk?
India's job market faces uncertainty due to global economic shifts, AI advancements, and strategic restructuring, leading to layoffs in IT, manufacturing, and related sectors. While some jobs are on a decline, tech and AI roles are growing rapidly. Experts advise constant upskilling, networking, and diversifying income to navigate this transformation, emphasizing that reinvention and adaptability are key to securing future employment amidst evolving industries.
Real-money gaming ends, why startups turn to IPOs
The Lok Sabha passed a Bill proposing a sweeping ban on real-money gaming. This and more on today's ETtech Top 5.
US graduate unemployment hits 37-year high — is AI or Trump-era policy creating a job crisis for Gen Z like never seen before?
Gen Z job market crisis is unfolding in the United States as graduate unemployment surges to its highest level in 37 years. While the national jobless rate holds at 4.2%, young graduates are facing rejection after rejection, with underemployment and shrinking entry-level roles deepening the struggle.
Retired Air Marshal says MiG-21 was not a 'Flying Coffin', recalls how it beat four US fighter jets in Pakistan
The Indian Air Force is retiring its MiG-21 fighter jet after six decades of service. Air Marshal Prithvi Singh Brar recalls a 1971 dogfight where his MiG-21 saved him. Introduced in 1963, the MiG-21 played roles in several wars. Over 200 pilots died in crashes, earning it grim nicknames. The IAF will replace it with the Tejas Mk1A and Mk2.
General David Allvin, US Air Force chief, retires two years before end of his four-year term; all you need to know about him
Air Force Chief of Staff General David Allvin unexpectedly announced his retirement, effective around November 1, 2025, after serving only two years of his term. The Air Force provided no reason for his early departure. This announcement follows a series of dismissals of top military officers by President Trump's administration, raising concerns about the politicization of the military.
Brutal CEO cut 80% of workers who rejected AI - 2 years later he says he would do it again
IgniteTech CEO Eric Vaughan replaced most employees with AI specialists. This bold move faced resistance initially. Employees feared job losses and doubted AI's capabilities. Vaughan hired new staff aligned with his AI vision. The company launched AI solutions and maintained revenue. This shows the importance of culture in AI adoption. Other companies can learn from this.
Australian court fines Qantas US$59 million for illegal layoffs
An Australian court has fined Qantas AU$90 million (US$59 million) for illegally laying off 1,800 ground staff during the Covid-19 pandemic, ending a five-year legal battle. The Federal Court ruled Qantas broke employment laws by outsourcing jobs in August 2020, preventing workers from collective bargaining and industrial action.
US-based NRI techie shares how he landed a 6-figure salary job with help of AI:'Created multiple customised CVs'
Malhar Shah, a tech professional, leveraged ChatGPT and Gemini to create tailored resumes for various senior engineering roles. He used AI as a reviewer to refine language, highlight achievements, and integrate keywords, ensuring his applications weren't overlooked by ATS systems. Shah also utilized AI for cover letters and mock interviews, enhancing his preparation and securing a six-figure job.
Big Tech's AI data centers are driving up electricity bills for everyone
Big Tech has become a dominant force in the US power industry, building and buying energy for AI-driven data centers consuming soaring amounts of electricity. Clashes with utilities and regulators center on who pays for costly grid upgrades, with concerns that residents may face higher bills if tech companies underpay.
Apple plots expansion into AI robots, home security and smart display
Apple is planning an ambitious AI-driven hardware comeback, including a robotic tabletop assistant, smart speaker with display, home-security cameras, and an overhauled Siri. Devices will run a new "Charismatic" OS, with voice-led interfaces and facial recognition, aiming to challenge rivals like Amazon and Google in the smart home space.
Tomorrow's Independence Day, not 'us vs them' day
Ahead of Independence Day, a disturbing incident in Noida highlights growing xenophobia, where a Bengali skater and his father were denied a hotel room due to discriminatory assumptions. Authorities must address this 'us vs them' mentality, fueled by divisive messaging, before it further erodes the spirit of unity and trust, reminiscent of colonial tactics.
Ukraine's self-trained techie army keeps Musk’s Starlink network running, even in a war
In war-torn Ukraine, a cottage industry has emerged to repair and upgrade Elon Musk's Starlink terminals, crucial for military operations. Thousands of devices require weekly repairs due to the harsh conditions of frontline use. This reliance on Starlink highlights Ukraine's dependence on foreign support, complicated by Musk's unpredictable stance and the system's vulnerabilities.
White House orders major Smithsonian review to remove divisive content and highlight American values
The White House is conducting an internal review of Smithsonian Institution exhibits, prompted by President Trump's order to remove divisive content and promote American exceptionalism. The review, targeting eight museums initially, will assess exhibit content, selection processes, and future plans. The Smithsonian is cooperating while emphasizing its commitment to factual history and nonpartisanship.
‘It’s 100% crap’: Ex-Google exec rejects tech CEOs’ rosy claims that AI will bring a golden age, warns even they aren’t safe
A former Google executive warns that AI will trigger widespread job losses within 5 to 15 years, impacting even CEOs. Companies are already replacing human workers with AI systems, leading to calls for regulation. While AI itself isn't to blame, the focus on profit and labor arbitrage is, suggesting AI could replace immoral leaders for better governance.
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