Mariners Miss Out on Hyeseong Kim, Dodgers Sign Korean Infielder

The Seattle Mariners will have to wait another day to fill at least two infield spots as Hyeseong Kim has signed a three-year, $12.75 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The deal includes a two-year club option for 2028-2029 seasons, taking the total value to $22 million. Kim, 27, had been a target for … Read more

January Stargazing Guide 2025: Peak Meteor Shower & Lunar Events

Get ready for a spectacular celestial showcase in January 2025! The first month of the year offers a series of breathtaking events for stargazers. The Quadrantid meteor shower will peak on January 2nd and 3rd, offering a dazzling display of meteors if skies are clear. This annual event is considered one of the best of … Read more

Meta Deletes AI Accounts After Backlash Over Bias and Identity Issues

Meta, parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has deleted experimental AI accounts after backlash over concerns about bias and identity issues. The company had floated an idea to let users create bot characters in its AI Studio that would become functional “users” on the platforms. However, when users interacted with these bots, they raised concerns … Read more

Biden Admin Offers Nuclear Power Path to Hydrogen Tax Credits

The US government has finalized rules allowing nuclear power plants to secure tax credits for producing clean hydrogen, aiming to boost the use of this energy source in heavy industry and transportation. Under the Inflation Reduction Act, subsidies are available for technologies that curb greenhouse gas emissions. The Treasury Department has adjusted the rules to … Read more

US Norovirus Outbreaks Spike to Record High in December

A recent surge in norovirus outbreaks has been detected across the United States, with data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealing a significant spike in cases. According to CDC reports, 91 norovirus outbreaks were reported for the week ending December 5, exceeding the average of 41 previously seen. This is the … Read more

HMPV Infections Among Chinese Children on Rise

A viral disease called human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is spreading rapidly among children under 14 in China, according to health officials. While the exact number of cases is unclear, state media reports have confirmed a rise in hospital visitors with this virus. Dr. Andrew Easton, a virology professor at the University of Warwick, notes that HMPV … Read more

Spotify Tech Outlook: Top Pick for 2025

Spotify Technology (SPOT) is the IBD Stock of the Day, bouncing off its 50-day moving average line in a bullish sign. The stock has cleared a nearly monthlong downtrend and its 21-day line, making it actionable after a strong rebound. Analysts see Spotify adding 7.9 million premium subscribers in Q4, bringing its total to 259.9 … Read more

Even Light Drinking Increases Cancer Risk

The US surgeon general warns that even light or moderate drinking increases the risk of cancer. A new report finds that alcohol consumption is linked to at least seven types of cancers, including mouth, throat, breast, and liver cancer. The risk rises with the amount consumed, with men being more susceptible than women due to … Read more