Kyivstar, Ukraine’s leading mobile operator, has signed an agreement with Elon Musk’s Starlink to introduce direct-to-cell satellite connectivity. The service is expected to be operational by 2025, offering messaging functionality and expanding voice and data services later. Under the deal, Kyivstar will use satellites equipped with modems that function like a cellphone tower, allowing phone … Read more
A woman in Croatia, who tried multiple times before getting pregnant with twins, highlights the challenges of accessing fertility treatments across Europe. With over 1.1 million treatment cycles performed in 2021, fertility care is becoming increasingly common. However, access varies significantly from one country to another. In some countries, same-sex couples cannot receive fertility treatments, … Read more
Commercial aviation has seen its deadliest year since 2018 following two recent accidents. The Jeju Air crash in South Korea and last week’s downing of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane have contributed to the tragic increase in fatalities onboard passenger aircraft, reaching a record high of 318 this year according to data compiled by Cirium. This … Read more
A new long-acting injectable drug, lenacapavir, is set to revolutionize HIV prevention efforts. Administered twice a year, this innovative treatment has the potential to protect millions of people at high risk of infection. Under an arrangement backed by major donors, at least two million individuals in countries supported by the Global Fund and PEPFAR could … Read more
At least 66 people have died after a truck fell into a river in southern Ethiopia, according to a local hospital. The incident occurred on December 30, 2024, leaving many others injured and stranded along the riverbank. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, but details remain scarce at this time. The victims were … Read more
Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle has been released with hints and answers for Monday, Dec. 30. The game is currently in beta and can be played daily for free before its addition to the site’s Games app. The puzzle consists of four groups: yellow, green, blue, and purple. Here are the groupings and their … Read more
The Quadrantid meteor shower will peak on Friday, Jan. 3, offering North American stargazers a rare opportunity to witness an unusual display of shooting stars. Unlike other meteors that can be viewed for days, the Quadrantids last only a few hours, making it essential to catch them during their short window. Originating from an obscure … Read more
Netflix and creator Hwang Dong-hyuk have reassured fans that Squid Game season 3 is closer than initially thought, with a potential release window of just 8-9 months. This drastic change in timeline suggests a non-traditional approach to the show’s production schedule. In an interview with Variety, Hwang Dong-hyuk mentioned that he expects the launch date … Read more
The Detroit Lions’ decision to start their regular season finale against the San Francisco 49ers is a foregone conclusion, with coach Dan Campbell affirming that his starters will play. Despite the lack of significance in this game, resting key players like Jared Goff or Penei Sewell would be counterproductive to the team’s winning mentality. The … Read more
As an income investor, choosing the right dividend-paying stocks can be overwhelming, especially when considering the expertise of Wall Street analysts and firms. To simplify this process, we’ll examine top-rated Dividend Aristocrats based on expert consensus ratings. To identify these top performers, we used Barchart’s Stock Screener with three filters: 1. Number of Analysts: 12 … Read more