South Korea’s Impeached Leader Avoids Investigators

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol dodged requests by investigators to appear for questioning over his short-lived martial law decree, as the Constitutional Court began its first meeting on Monday to determine his fate. A joint investigative team involving police, an anti-corruption agency, and the Defense Ministry wants to question Yoon on charges of rebellion … Read more

Congo Identifies Mysterious Malaria-Like Disease

A mysterious disease in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been identified as a severe form of malaria, according to the country’s health ministry. The disease has killed 143 people and infected 592 others since October, with a high fatality rate of 6.2%. Local authorities reported the outbreak earlier this month. The health ministry confirmed … Read more

Mars Exploration Debris Should Be Preserved as Historical Artifacts

Mars exploration debris should not be viewed as “space trash” but rather as historical artifacts of immense archaeological value. University of Kansas anthropologist Justin Holcomb argues that the remnants of human exploration on Mars deserve preservation, as they mark a pivotal moment in human history – our first steps into interplanetary exploration. Holcomb’s new paper, … Read more

TP-Link Routers Under National Security Investigation

US authorities are investigating China-based router manufacturer TP-Link for possible national-security risks, citing security flaws and potential vulnerabilities to cyberattacks. The company’s routers power internet in 65% of US homes and small businesses, and its products are used by the Defense Department and other government agencies. A recent report from Microsoft found that hackers from … Read more

Warren Calls for Ethics Rules on Trump-Musk Conflict of Interest

Senator Elizabeth Warren has challenged Donald Trump to establish ethics rules for his administration, citing a “massive conflict of interest” due to Elon Musk’s unofficial role in the president-elect’s transition and incoming administration. As the world’s richest man, Musk owns several companies with major US government contracts and has taken an active part in the … Read more

Bitcoin’s Unsustainable Growth: A Skeptical View

Bitcoin’s price is a long way from reaching $100,000, let alone $1 million. To achieve such high levels, bitcoin would need to rise significantly, potentially making it an unappealing investment option. One possible projection suggests that the top of this cycle could be around $120,000, but this view may be met with skepticism by bitcoin … Read more

NASA to Launch Black Hole Explorer Mission from Space

The US National Science Foundation’s National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NSF NRAO) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian (CfA) on the Black Hole Explorer (BHEX), a project that will enhance the capabilities of the Event Horizon Telescope by launching it into space. The partnership aims to … Read more

Fantasy Playoff Chances with Unconventional Starters

The fantasy playoffs have arrived, but a strong start is still uncertain for many teams. To increase chances of success, some unconventional starters are being considered in Week 16. Isaac Guerendo, the running back from the 49ers, is expected to see increased volume against the Dolphins. His ability to break long runs makes him a … Read more