In 2024, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved 19 innovative medications and vaccines that are expected to make a significant impact on various health conditions. These include “first-in-class” medications and vaccines prioritized for their potential to improve human health. Approved for various uses, these medications include treatments for high blood pressure, severe allergic … Read more
Elon Musk’s net worth surged by a record-breaking $170 billion in 2024, propelling him to the top spot as the world’s richest person. His estimated fortune now stands at $421.2 billion, surpassing Jeff Bezos’ $233.5 billion and cementing his status as the first person to reach a net worth over $300 billion. Musk’s wealth growth … Read more
A UN report has accused Israel of war crimes over its attacks on hospitals in the Gaza Strip, which have devastated the Palestinian enclave’s health system. The 23-page report, released by the UN Human Rights Office, concludes that Israeli actions since October 2023 have had severe consequences for Palestinians’ access to medical attention. The report … Read more
Singer Jennifer Lopez has been focusing on fitness as she vacations in Aspen, Colorado. She shared a photo of herself wearing a black bikini while snowing with friends. The pictures also included snaps of her spending time with ex Marc Anthony’s twins and decorating the Christmas tree. Additionally, J.Lo rang in the new year by … Read more
South Korean cryptocurrency entrepreneur Do Kwon has pleaded not guilty to US charges related to the collapse of his company’s stablecoin, TerraUSD. The 33-year-old was extradited from Montenegro earlier this week and faces nine counts of wire, securities, and commodities fraud, worth millions. He also faces prosecution in South Korea for alleged fraud. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-02/do-kwon-makes-first-us-court-appearance-in-crypto-fraud-case
Oil prices surged 2% on Thursday as investors returned to trading after the New Year, citing upbeat economic data from China and President Xi Jinping’s pledge to promote growth. Brent crude futures rose $1.47 to $76.11 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude climbed $1.62 to $73.34. Analysts attribute the gains to positive Chinese … Read more
Virginia Tech received its first commitment in the 2026 class with wide receiver Carnell Warren, who chose the Hokies during the Under Armour All-American Game on ESPN2. A four-star prospect, Warren is ranked as the No. 44 wide receiver and No. 6 South Carolina recruit by ESPN. Warren’s impressive junior season saw him catch 59 … Read more
Samsung’s plan to use exclusively Qualcomm Snapdragon chips in its 2025 flagship series, including the Galaxy S25, has been confirmed by leaked benchmarks. Contrary to previous rumors, it appears that all Galaxy S25 models will run on the same processor, regardless of their region. The latest leak reveals that the international version of the standard … Read more
The global stock market ended a tumultuous week on Friday, with markets experiencing a rollercoaster ride of highs and lows. The dollar index hit a two-year high, but its strength has since declined, according to recent data. China witnessed a significant drop in its 10-year bond yield, falling below 1.6% for the first time. This … Read more
The Detroit Lions are one step away from securing their spot as the NFC’s top seed, but their path to Super Bowl 59 remains uncertain. A win or tie over the Minnesota Vikings in Week 18 will guarantee a first-round bye, while a loss will force them to face the lowest-seeded winner on the road. … Read more