Rocket Vapor Trails Create Noctilucent Clouds in Jacksonville

A rare atmospheric phenomenon was witnessed in Northeast Florida on Wednesday morning after a rocket launched from Cape Canaveral Space Station at 5:13 a.m. Skywatchers saw glowing, wispy clouds that seemed to shimmer in the pre-dawn light – noctilucent clouds. Also known as polar mesospheric clouds, these high-altitude clouds form around 30-50 miles above the … Read more

Pure Storage Stock Soars 22% After Hyperscale Design Win Announced

Pure Storage (PSTG) stock surged 22% on Wednesday, closing at $65.27, its highest level since July. The company reported third-quarter earnings and sales that beat expectations, with adjusted earnings of 50 cents per share on sales of $831 million. However, the key factor behind the stock’s rally was Pure Storage’s announcement of a “design win” … Read more

Global Plastics Treaty Negotiations Hit Roadblock Over Ambition

Environmental groups are warning that nations are on the brink of agreeing to a global plastics treaty that falls short of necessary demands. The draft treaty, distributed to delegates on Friday, fails to include definitive caps on plastic production and a prohibition or gradual elimination of hazardous plastics and chemicals. Despite significant support for robust … Read more

THR Hosts Women in Entertainment Gala with Hollywood A-Listers

The 2024 Women in Entertainment gala was held at an exclusive event, bringing together some of Tinseltown’s most talented stars and influential executives. The guest list featured a veritable who’s who of Hollywood royalty, including Nicole Kidman, Selena Gomez, Jennifer Lawrence, and Sherry Lansing. Themed around empowering women in the entertainment industry, the gala aimed … Read more

US Officials Warn of Ongoing Chinese Cyber Threats Against Top Politicians

US officials have confirmed that at least eight major telecommunications providers in the country have been breached by Chinese hackers as part of a large-scale espionage campaign. The White House has revealed that no classified information was accessed during the breach, but senior politicians’ personal phone communications were targeted. The hacking campaign, which affects dozens … Read more

Action PRO Picks for Week 14 Anytime TD Scorers

Action PRO subscription helps power my picks, and this week, three players caught my eye in the anytime touchdown scorer market ahead of NFL Week 14. Here are the standout players with notable odds. One player under +300 is Brian Thomas Jr., a rookie receiver reminiscent of Randy Moss due to his size, speed, and … Read more

Black Doves Explores the Dark Side of Espionage

Netflix’s Black Doves delves into the world of espionage with a complex and intriguing narrative, expertly woven by creator Alex Gabassi. The series follows a group of skilled operatives working for different organizations, all connected to the London spy scene. Led by authoritative figures like Lenny (Lupita Nyong’o) and Reed (Nicole Kidman), these powerful women … Read more

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Ken Griffin Skeptical of Musk’s Ability to Cut Trillions from Federal Budget

Billionaire hedge-fund manager Ken Griffin has expressed skepticism about Elon Musk’s ability to cut trillions from the federal budget, citing the need for changes to entitlements. As a close advisor to President-elect Donald Trump and co-leader of the proposed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Musk has called for significant cuts in spending. Griffin believes that … Read more