Extension cords are generally a safe solution for running power to electronics that are too far from the nearest wall outlet. But the operative word here is "electronics," which is not as all ...

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. A damaged ballot drop box is displayed during a news conference at the Multnomah County Elections Division ...

A UK zoo has been forced to redouble its security following repeated break ins at its gorilla enclosure in the wake of "false information" circulating online suggesting the animals were abandoned ...

The 46-year-old former glamour model shared a clip on Wednesday promoting her friend's clothing brand, JYY London, while wearing a burgundy co-ord. In the video, Katie strutted confidently in the ...

Donald Trump’s Treasury pick says unwinding tax cuts would spark ‘economic calamity’ on facebook (opens in a new window) Donald Trump’s Treasury pick says unwinding tax cuts would spark ...

The Prius is synonymous with hybrid vehicles, and in the 25 years since its stateside debut, Toyota has sold more than six million of the prudent and popular hatchbacks. The plug-in electric ...

Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Premium subscription today.

Could Barack and Michelle Obama be heading for a divorce? Some fans are starting to suspect something is awry in the former first couple's marriage after news broke that Michelle would not be ...

In its online "brand center," Walmart applauded its colour palette (true blue and spark yellow), font ("everyday sans") and trademark "spark" symbol, calling the latter "a beacon that guides ...

Larger appliances can be fire threats when used with extension cords or power strips. Learn which ones need their own outlets. Corin Cesaric is a Flex Editor at CNET currently covering home tech ...

Plug Power (PLUG) stock is climbing 8% in early trading. The company sells hydrogen and equipment used to make the fuel. PLUG announced today that Australia-based Allied Green Ammonia had decided ...

Bitcoin could reach nearly $250,000 in 2025 as half a trillion dollars of new capital flows in. In its latest weekly report on Jan. 14, onchain analytics platform CryptoQuant braced for the next ...