Astronaut Don Pettit recently shared a remarkable timelapse video of the SpaceX Dragon capsule undocking from the International Space Station (ISS) and returning to Earth. The footage, which appears to show a high-speed departure, was actually created by speeding up an event that took considerable time. The SpaceX-made Cargo Dragon, carrying crew supplies and scientific … Read more
Los Angeles County Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman has stated that he will not consider the Menendez brothers, Erik and Lyle, as a package deal when it comes to making a decision on their possible resentencing. This approach is necessary because Hochman views each case separately, unlike the initial trials where the brothers were treated as … Read more
US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said it’s too early to predict the impact of President-elect Donald Trump’s economic policies on the economy. “We need to take our time, not rush,” Powell stated during a press conference following the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting. Powell expressed concerns about the uncertainty surrounding Trump’s proposed tariffs … Read more
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have spotted a massive black hole that’s been napping after “overindulging” in the early universe. The discovery reveals that some of these cosmic titans were able to briefly exceed the limit placed on accretion, leading to periods of hyper-accelerated growth followed by long dormancy. The newly found supermassive … Read more
Human Rights Watch has accused Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, citing the denial of clean water as a key factor. The organization’s Middle East director, Lama Fakih, stated that the Israeli government is intentionally killing Palestinians by denying them access to the water they need to survive. Israel has repeatedly denied these … Read more
Sony Corporation and its parent company Kadokawa have announced a strategic capital and business alliance agreement. The deal will see Sony acquire new shares in Kadokawa worth 50 billion yen by January 2025, making them the conglomerate’s largest shareholder. The partnership aims to foster more collaborations between the two companies. Future joint ventures may include … Read more
Russia has detained an Uzbek national in connection with the assassination of a top Russian general in a Moscow bombing, according to CNN. The incident occurred just one day after the attack. While details about the detainee and the investigation are not yet clear, Russia is taking swift action against those suspected of involvement. This … Read more
Kaapo Kakko was traded to the Seattle Kraken by the New York Rangers on Wednesday, with the team receiving defenseman Will Borgen and a third- and sixth-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. The 23-year-old forward, selected No. 2 by the Rangers in the 2019 NHL Draft, is hoping for a fresh start after struggling … Read more
Social Security retirement age is increasing, and changes are coming in 2025. Here’s what you need to know: The full retirement age for people born in 1959 will be pushed back to 66 years and 10 months, making it the latest change as part of ongoing adjustments since the 1980s. Additionally, there are three other … Read more
In a surprising twist, three-time Gold Glove winner Nolan Arenado has used his no-trade clause to block a potential trade to the Houston Astros. The move came as a shock to many fans, as it was believed that Arenado was on the verge of being moved to the American League powerhouse. However, with All-Star third … Read more