A new study published in Remote Sensing has challenged the long-held theory that the ancient site of Rujm el-Hiri in the Golan Heights was an astronomical observatory. The research, led by Dr. Olga Khabarova and Prof. Lev Eppelbaum, suggests that the site’s walls and entrances no longer align with celestial bodies due to its rotation … Read more
A new round of negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association and port employers is set to begin on January 7, just days before the current contract extension expires. The decision comes after months of informal talks and a recent surge in tensions over container surcharges due to a potential strike. If an agreement cannot be … Read more
A new class of weight-loss medications called GLP-1s is making a significant impact on people with obesity, but their success has been hampered by several issues. Insurance companies are hesitant to cover these medications due to high costs, which can reach $16,000 annually. Additionally, ongoing shortages have led to the emergence of cheaper copycats. The … Read more
Oil prices edged up on Friday, closing at their highest in two months, as investors looked to governments around the world increasing policy support to boost economic growth and lift fuel demand. Brent crude futures rose 1 cent to $75.94 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude increased by the same amount to $73.14 … Read more
Tesla Inc. reported its first annual sales decline, with deliveries of 1,789,226 vehicles worldwide in 2024, a slight decrease from 1,808,581 in 2023. The company’s shares fell 6% on Thursday as rival electric vehicle manufacturers, including BYD, General Motors, and Volkswagen, increased their offerings to attract more buyers. Tesla’s dominance in the US market remains … Read more
The first meteor shower of 2025 is underway, with the Quadrantid meteor shower peak happening this week. NASA says the Quadrantid meteor shower is unique due to its brief six-hour peak and origin from an asteroid. The best viewing conditions are expected early Friday morning. This year’s peak happens between 15:00 and 18:00 UTC (10 … Read more
NFL power couple Jason Florio and Michael Simms are going head-to-head in Week 18, with Florio looking to maintain his three-game straight-up lead over Simms. The final standings currently have Florio at 178-78-0, while Simms trails behind at 175-81-0. In the spread department, Florio has a slight edge at 143-108-5, compared to Simms’ 129-122-5. Despite … Read more
Minnesota Wild players are bracing for life without Captain Jared Spurgeon as he deals with a serious leg injury suffered in Tuesday’s game against Nashville. The veteran defenseman, who has been the team’s leader on the ice and in the room, left the arena on crutches after suffering an apparent right leg injury. Spurgeon, 35, … Read more
A former employee at Rockstar has leaked an image of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) that appears to have been taken three-and-a-half years ago, sparking a heated debate about the game and Rockstar’s litigious parent company, Take-Two Interactive. The image, which shows the apparent protagonist Lucia standing by a wall in low resolution, was … Read more
Notre Dame pulled off a thrilling 23-10 upset over top-ranked Georgia in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals at the Allstate Sugar Bowl on Thursday. The fifth-seeded Fighting Irish, led by quarterback Riley Leonard, made key plays on both sides of the ball to secure their spot in the CFP semifinals. The game was delayed for … Read more