Nvidia’s upcoming RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs have been listed for $2,600 and $1,350 at a Chinese retailer, respectively. The leaked pricing suggests that Nvidia may see an eye-popping price hike, especially considering the RTX 5090 is about 37% more expensive than the RTX 4090 when adjusted for VAT. The RTX 5090 is reportedly … Read more
Tesla’s stock has surged recently, but experts warn that this trend may not last. The potential elimination of tax incentives for electric vehicles (EVs) and the implementation of new tariffs under the Trump administration could undermine Tesla’s bullish thesis. The US government has been offering tax credits to encourage the adoption of EVs, which have … Read more
Quitting smoking can have a significant impact on one’s life expectancy. A recent study found that smoking shortens life expectancy even more than previously thought, with a single cigarette taking about 20 minutes off a person’s life. On average, a pack of 20 cigarettes can reduce life expectancy by nearly seven hours. Researchers at University … Read more
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold has cemented his status as a leader on the team, guiding them to their biggest regular-season game in recent memory. After Sunday’s 27-25 victory over the Green Bay Packers, the Vikings are set for a winner-take-all Week 18 game against the Detroit Lions to determine both the NFC North title … Read more
Philadelphia Eagles’ Matthew Gaudreau’s widow, Madeline, has announced the birth of her newborn son, Tripp Matthew, four months after her husband and his NHL star brother’s tragic deaths. The infant’s father, former pro hockey player Matthew Gaudreau, died in August along with his uncle, Columbus Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau. In a heartwarming Instagram post … Read more
A new technology developed by researchers at Cornell University allows mice to experience virtual reality (VR) in a realistic and engaging way. The innovation, called MouseGoggles, uses tiny parts from smartwatches and other devices to create a low-cost and portable VR system. In experiments with mice, the rodents responded vividly to simulated stimuli while wearing … Read more
Google CEO Sundar Pichai outlined a vision for 2025, emphasizing consumer-focused AI and rapid development of agentic apps. This shift signals a departure from the traditional search box as users’ point of contact with Google. Pichai highlighted several key areas, including Project Mariner, a Chrome AI extension that can provide users with information like restaurant … Read more
Markets will be closed early on Tuesday due to New Year’s Eve and will remain shut on Wednesday for the New Year’s Day holiday. This week, investors can expect several key economic indicators, including pending home sales, construction spending data, and manufacturing sector Purchasing Managers Index surveys. Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin is set to … Read more
Jimmy Carter, the longest-lived US president who served from 1977 to 1979, has passed away at 100. A one-term presidency was marked by economic challenges, including inflation and an oil shortage, as well as a major foreign policy incident involving Iran holding American hostages. Despite the difficulties of his time in office, Carter’s humanitarian work … Read more
In a shocking turn of events, the Miami Dolphins have secured their place in the NFL playoffs after starting the season with a 2-6 record. A week ago, it seemed like an impossible task to make the postseason. However, a series of fortunate results has given them a glimmer of hope. The Dolphins’ win over … Read more