Comedian’s talent for provocation shone through in this week’s episode of Saturday Night Live. During his fourth hosting stint, Chris Rock brought a magnetic energy that showcased his mastery of being a good-natured troll. The show’s best moments featured sketches that subverted familiar premises and tapped into Rock’s punchy stand-up persona. Even the most unpolished … Read more
Russia has withdrawn hundreds of troops from Damascus, but the reason behind this sudden exit remains unclear. The move comes after a period of increasing tensions between Moscow and Western countries over Ukraine. Despite the reduction in troops, the situation on the ground in Syria remains volatile. The exact number of Russian soldiers leaving Damascus … Read more
Sylvester Stallone, 78, has sparked outrage among his Palm Beach neighbors over his plans to build an underwater barrier near his $35 million mansion. The project, which aims to keep out debris and seaweed from the Intracoastal Waterway, also excludes boaters from being near the property. The Army Corps of Engineers received Stallone’s application in … Read more
Astronomers have discovered seven new “dark comets” that defy explanation due to their unusual behavior. Unlike traditional comets, dark comets lack tails but exhibit non-gravitational acceleration, similar to a comet’s tail, without the characteristic vaporization of ices. The term “main-belt comet” has become increasingly blurred with the discovery of these enigmatic objects. Dark comets are … Read more
Comedian Chris Rock took aim at President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump in his recent return to Saturday Night Live. In his wide-ranging monologue, Rock joked about Elon Musk, the shooting of healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, but saved his best jabs for the two presidents. Rock started by poking fun at Trump’s accomplishments, calling … Read more
Actress Jill Jacobson, known for her roles in Star Trek: The Next Generation, Falcon Crest, and Days of Our Lives, has died at the age of 70. Her friend and publicist Daniel Harary confirmed the news on Sunday, Dec. 15. Jacobson had been open about her struggles with esophageal cancer, which she revealed during an … Read more
A recent clip from OpenAI’s Sora video generator has sparked criticism about its capabilities, with some calling it “horrifying” due to its unnatural and impossible stunts. The tool was used by a user to create a gymnastics video that displayed erratic movements and body contortions, raising questions about its understanding of physics and human mechanics. … Read more
The United Launch Alliance (ULA) plans to upgrade its Centaur V upper stage to support long-duration space missions. The upgraded Centaur V will be capable of remaining in orbit for days or longer, making it a valuable asset for mobility and counterspace operations. ULA CEO Tory Bruno envisions the Centaur V as an “in-space mobility … Read more
Israel has announced it will shut down its embassy in Dublin after the Irish government backed a Hague petition against the country. The move comes as a result of what Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar termed “extreme anti-Israel policies” by Ireland. Notably, Ireland recently supported South African legal action at the International Court of Justice … Read more
Broadcom’s artificial intelligence (AI) chips have propelled the company into the $1 trillion market capitalization club, alongside Nvidia. The growth of AI spending is driving the surge, with Broadcom’s networking chips and custom AI accelerators in high demand from hyperscalers like Alphabet, Meta Platforms, and ByteDance. The company’s AI semiconductor segment is expected to grow … Read more