Passengers on multiple Turkish Airlines flights reported encountering bedbugs during their journeys, with some claiming that the carrier downplayed the infestations. A recent report from The New York Times highlights several instances of passengers finding bedbugs in their seats or cabin. Turkish Airlines did not immediately respond to a request for comment, sparking concerns among … Read more
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A new administration is expected to bring about less stringent regulations, paving the way for significant gains in technology stocks. According to Wedbush analysts, these changes will lead to a 25% increase in tech shares by 2025. The experts at Wedbush have identified 10 companies that are poised to benefit from this shift, with Nvidia … Read more
Wall Street giant Morgan Stanley has followed in the footsteps of Citigroup and Bank of America by quitting a major climate-banking alliance, citing its commitment to helping clients transition to a more sustainable financial system. Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo have also recently withdrawn from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, leaving industry watchers questioning the long-term … Read more
A B.C. teenager hospitalized with a severe case of avian influenza is recovering, but health officials are raising concerns about the virus’s transmission potential. The teen, who became the first critically ill pediatric patient with H5n1 in North America, was no longer infectious by Nov. 29 and made significant progress by Dec. 18. Experts say … Read more
The New York Knicks continued their winning streak, defeating the Utah Jazz 119-103 in their ninth consecutive win. Without top point guards Jalen Brunson and Miles McBride due to injuries, Cam Payne made his first start of the season for the Knicks. Josh Hart recorded his second consecutive triple-double with 15 points, 14 rebounds, and … Read more
The US large-cap benchmark stock index, the S&P 500, saw another banner year for Big Tech companies in 2024. A total of 66% of stocks showed gains for the year, with 67 stocks rising by 40% or more. Here are the top 20 stocks in the S&P 500 showing the largest gains: 1. Palantir Technologies … Read more
Mars’ Red Planet has long been a subject of interest when it comes to the search for life beyond Earth. Ever since the discovery of methane on Mars, scientists have wondered if the planet might harbor life. Researchers have now found where to look: deep under the surface of a broad Martian plain. The presence … Read more
The 136th Rose Parade, presented by Honda, took place on New Year’s Day, Jan. 1, 2025. The event celebrated the theme “Best Day Ever!” with a star-studded lineup of musical guests, including Aloe Blacc, Kiesza, Betty Who, and Debbie Gibson. Billie Jean King, a sports icon and equality champion, was honored as the parade’s Grand … Read more
Several iconic books and characters are now freely available for public use in the US as of January 1, 2025. This marks a significant year for the public domain, which includes works from 1929 and sound recordings from 1924. Notable additions to the public domain include Ernest Hemingway’s “A Farewell to Arms,” William Faulkner’s “The … Read more