Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery about the H5N1 avian influenza virus, which has been spreading in U.S. dairy cows. Researchers found that this highly pathogenic strain only needs one genetic mutation to bind effectively to human cells in the upper airway. This finding poses a significant threat for a new pandemic if the mutation … Read more
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The S&P 500 index is set to rebalance before the open on Monday, December 23, with Workday (WDAY) and Apollo Global Management (APO) joining the benchmark. The move comes after both stocks jumped Friday night, while AppLovin (APP), a hot stock in 2024, fell. Apollo Global rose 6% after hours, bringing its share price to … Read more
In 2025, several significant changes are coming to Social Security, aside from the 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). Beginning January 6, 2025, individuals seeking assistance from a field office will be required to schedule an appointment. This change affects those who need help with their benefits. The maximum annual earnings subject to the Social Security portion … Read more
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation has issued a public warning about the growing threat of AI-powered voice-cloning scams. To protect against these scams, Americans are advised to share a secret word or phrase with their family members. For example, a person could choose a unique phrase like “flibbertigibbet” and instruct their loved ones to … Read more
The European Union has reached a landmark free trade agreement with Brazil, Argentina, and three other South American nations in the Mercosur trade alliance. The accord, which caps 25 years of negotiations, is set to create one of the world’s largest free trade zones, covering a market of 780 million people representing nearly a quarter … Read more
Britain’s Guardian has agreed to sell its newspaper The Observer to startup Tortoise Media Group for an undisclosed sum. The deal marks a significant shift in the publication of one of the world’s oldest Sunday newspapers, which was first published in 1791. Tortoise, founded five years ago by ex-BBC News boss James Harding, aims to … Read more
Actress Demi Moore has given an update on the health of her ex-husband Bruce Willis, who was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) last year. The 69-year-old actor is currently in a stable condition. Moore spoke to CNN about Willis’ diagnosis, saying it’s essential for those dealing with FTD to “meet them where they’re at” and … Read more
Filmmaker Sukumar’s Pushpa 2: The Rule has set a new benchmark at the box office, shattering records with its massive opening day collection of Rs. 72 crores in Hindi. This impressive feat makes it not only the highest non-holiday and non-festival opener but also the highest opening day collection for any Hindi film. The previous … Read more
Starbucks is undergoing a transformation under new CEO Brian Niccol’s leadership. In an interview with ABC News chief business correspondent Rebecca Jarvis, Niccol discussed the company’s plans to streamline its operations and enhance customer experience. One key area of focus is optimizing wait times. Niccol aims to have freshly brewed cups of coffee ready in … Read more