Brazilian authorities are investigating the risks of water contamination after a deadly bridge collapse in Estreito, Maranhao state. On Sunday, trucks carrying sulfuric acid and agricultural pesticides plunged into the Tocantins River, killing at least four people and leaving over 10 missing. Rescue efforts were halted due to concerns about the chemicals’ impact on the … Read more
Director Christopher Nolan is set to adapt Homer’s “The Odyssey” for the big screen, with Universal Pictures unveiling plans for a massive, action-packed epic. The film, which will open on July 17, 2026, will be shot exclusively in new IMAX technology and will mark the first time an adaptation of Homer’s classic saga has been … Read more
Concord was expected to revolutionize the hero shooter genre with a massive $400 million budget and an eight-year development cycle. However, its poor reception led to financial struggles and the downfall of the game’s developer, Firewalk Studios. While it has some competent gameplay mechanics, Concord lacks identity and fails to distinguish itself from other similar … Read more
Chip stocks surged Monday, led by Broadcom and Advanced Micro Devices, following analyst predictions that demand for artificial intelligence (AI) will drive growth. UBS analysts raised their price target for Broadcom’s stock, citing the chipmaker’s AI revenue growth, while Rosenblatt analysts named AMD a “top pick” for 2025 due to its growing market share and … Read more
A tragic accident occurred when Olympic snowboarder Sophie Hediger died in an avalanche while competing in a skiing event in Switzerland. The incident took place at the Chamonix resort, where Hediger was participating in a freestyle skiing competition. Unfortunately, she failed to survive the avalanche and her death has sent shockwaves throughout the sports community. … Read more
Drinking coffee or tea may have health benefits during the holidays. A recent study found that people who consume either beverage have a lower risk of head and neck cancers. Researchers analyzed data from 14 studies involving over 25,000 participants. Those who drank less than four cups of caffeinated coffee daily and less than one … Read more
NASA has completed an 11-month testing phase of the Orion spacecraft at its Neil Armstrong Test Facility in Ohio. The extensive ground testing aimed to ensure the safety of astronauts on the historic first crewed lunar mission, known as Artemis II, set for 2026. The Orion spacecraft underwent extreme condition testing, simulating conditions it might … Read more
Asus has announced a new ultra-thin laptop that boasts an impressive 32 hours of battery life, making it the world’s lightest Copilot+ PC. The laptop is expected to be part of the Zenbook series, which already features models with Intel and AMD processors. While details about the laptop’s design and specifications are scarce, Asus claims … Read more
US President Joe Biden is set to make a decision on the proposed $12.3 billion acquisition of US Steel Corp. by Nippon Steel Corp., after a national security panel failed to reach a consensus on its review. The deal’s future now rests with the President, who has repeatedly expressed his opposition to it. Companies involved … Read more
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Damascus to protest against the burning of a Christmas tree near Hama, highlighting the growing concerns about religious freedom and minority rights in post-Assad Syria. Protesters, including Christians, chanted slogans demanding their rights, with some expressing fear that their ability to practice their faith was under threat. A demonstrator said … Read more