Several major tech companies that invested heavily in acquisitions are now selling off underperforming assets at significantly lower prices. Alibaba Group, known for its aggressive acquisition strategy, is one such company. It has announced plans to sell Chinese department-store chain Intime to a local apparel group for $1 billion, marking a 30% decrease from the … Read more
A bill aimed at financing a new stadium for the Washington Commanders football team is expected to pass Congress despite opposition from some lawmakers and concerns over its impact on the surrounding area. The legislation, which has been debated in recent days, would provide $900 million in funding for the project. Critics argue that the … Read more
Google’s recent policy change has drawn criticism for its impact on the reliability of generative AI systems like Gemini. The new guidelines instruct contractors to evaluate all prompts, regardless of their knowledge or expertise, which may compromise the accuracy of the AI. Currently, evaluators can skip tasks if they feel unqualified, but this system is … Read more
The University of Iowa announced that it will retire Caitlin Clark’s jersey number 22 during a ceremony at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on February 2. The event, which will be broadcast on FOX, is expected to honor the program’s most accomplished player and feature Clark in attendance. Clark broke the NCAA’s all-time scoring record among both men’s … Read more
A recent Australian study has found a connection between a healthy diet and reduced chronic pain, particularly among women. Researchers analyzed data from 654 Australians who were surveyed about their health, fitness, and eating habits. Despite having high levels of body fat, participants who followed the Australian Dietary Guideline – emphasizing consumption of vegetables, fruits, … Read more
Bill Belichick and North Carolina made a late push for top quarterback prospect John Mateer, but ultimately lost out after Baker Mayfield’s involvement helped seal the deal. Mateer has committed to play for Oklahoma, where he will work with new offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle. This move is significant for the Sooners, who struggled on offense … Read more
The University of Iowa Athletics Department is retiring iconic jersey number 22 in honor of Caitlin Clark, a legendary Hawkeyes women’s basketball player. The ceremony is scheduled for February 2, 2025, inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Clark is proud to be a Hawkeye and has been an inspiration to young athletes with her passion and determination. She … Read more
A French court has sentenced Dominique Pelicot, a 72-year-old man, to 20 years in prison for repeatedly drugging and raping his wife, Gisele, over almost a decade. In addition to Pelicot, 50 other men were found guilty of rape, attempted rape, or sexual assault related to the abuse. The trial has sparked debate about updating … Read more
The origins of syphilis have long been a subject of debate among scientists and historians. The disease is believed to have spread across Europe in 1494, with the first reported cases occurring during French King Charles VIII’s invasion of Italy. However, recent findings suggest that syphilis may have originated in the Americas before Christopher Columbus’s … Read more
A man who was released from a Damascus jail by rebels and claimed to be an ordinary citizen was actually a high-ranking official in the deposed Syrian regime, according to local residents. The freed prisoner, identified as Salama Mohammad Salama, also known as Abu Hamza, is a lieutenant in the Air Force Intelligence Directorate. Salama … Read more