Kentucky Reports First Rabies Death Since 1996, CDC Says

A northern Kentucky resident has died from rabies, marking the first confirmed infection in the state since 1996. The source of the individual’s exposure remains unknown but is believed to have originated outside the US during travel. According to health officials, the person received medical treatment in both Kentucky and Ohio before passing away. Rabies … Read more

Stargaze in January: Planets, Meteor Showers, and Mars

This January offers a unique combination of celestial events perfect for stargazing enthusiasts. The clear winter skies provide an ideal backdrop for viewing the night sky’s most spectacular displays. Some of the notable features include: * A parade of planets visible in the night sky * The Quadrantid meteor shower, which is one of the … Read more

AI Stocks to Watch: Palantir and its Challengers

Palantir Technologies (PLTR) has seen significant growth in recent months, with its market capitalization surpassing $187 billion. However, many analysts believe the stock has become overvalued, with only three out of 22 Wall Street analysts covering the stock giving it a buy rating. On the other hand, two companies that are gaining attention for their … Read more

Asia Markets Rise Ahead of Holiday Weekend

Asian markets began the holiday weekend on a positive note, driven by gains from US stocks overnight. The Nikkei 225 slipped 0.32% as minutes from the Bank of Japan’s October meeting showed that members would stick to raising interest rates if economic conditions were met. However, Honda surged 12.69% and Nissan rose over 5%, with … Read more

5 Charged in Argentina Over Liam Payne’s Death

Five people have been charged in connection with the death of One Direction singer Liam Payne in Argentina. The authorities allege that hotel manager Gilda Martin and receptionist Esteban Grassi, as well as friend Roger Nores, failed to provide adequate care and assistance to Payne, who fell from a third-floor balcony on October 16. Payne’s … Read more

Google CEO Sundar Pichai Warns of Challenging 2025 Amid Rising Competition and Regulatory Scrutiny

Google executives held a strategy meeting last week, setting the stage for a year marked by increased competition, regulatory hurdles, and advancements in artificial intelligence. CEO Sundar Pichai warned employees that it will be a challenging year due to scrutiny across the world. Pichai emphasized the importance of staying focused on unlocking the benefits of … Read more

Google Chrome Malicious Extension Attack Bypasses 2FA Protections

A series of attacks on Google Chrome browser extensions has compromised session cookies and bypassed two-factor authentication (2FA) protections, leaving millions of users at risk. The latest attack targeted security company Cyberhaven, with hackers gaining access to the Chrome Web Store using compromised employee credentials. The attackers cloned the 2FA process, capturing the session cookie … Read more

Russia Threatens NATO with Hybrid Warfare on Borders

Russia may expand its hybrid warfare tactics beyond European infrastructure sabotage. According to Andriy Yermak, head of Ukraine’s Presidential Office, Moscow could resort to provocations near NATO borders. This warning comes amid concerns over Russia’s shadow fleet and unconventional threats involving North Korean or Iranian proxies. A possible escalation in tensions was marked by an … Read more