The Louisiana Department of Health announced that a patient previously hospitalized with severe H5N1 avian flu has died, becoming the US’ 67th reported human case since 2024. The infected individual was over 65 and had underlying health conditions, likely acquired from contact with backyard poultry and wild birds. US officials are concerned about two distinct … Read more
NVIDIA is set to kick off what could be another blockbuster year in Las Vegas, showcasing its latest innovations at CES 2025. The chip powerhouse has already solidified its role as a leader in the AI boom with deals with OpenAI and Meta in 2024. At CES 2025, NVIDIA’s CEO Jensen Huang will deliver a … Read more
Lucid Group has reported record quarterly vehicle deliveries for the fourth quarter of 2024, exceeding its production target. The electric vehicle manufacturer produced 9,029 units and delivered 10,241 cars in 2024, surpassing last year’s growth rate by a significant margin. Compared to 2023, Lucid’s deliveries increased by 71% and production rose by 7%. Despite this … Read more
Dell Technologies is rebranding its PCs with a focus on simplicity, adopting an approach similar to Apple’s naming conventions. The move aims to make PCs more appealing to customers, who prefer straightforward and easy-to-remember names. COO Jeff Clarke stated that the company will kill off decades-old product names like “XPS” and “Inspiron” in favor of … Read more
Several hospitals in the Triangle will begin restricting visitors on January 6 to reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses such as influenza, RSV, and COVID-19. Duke Health and UNC Health will limit visitors to those 12 years old or older, with some exceptions. Duke Health will allow no more than two visitors per patient at … Read more
Atomic clocks are essential tools in modern life, relying on hundreds of satellites orbiting the Earth to provide precise timing for GPS location, internet connectivity, stock trading, and space navigation. But have you ever wondered how these clocks work? To answer this question, hosts Emily Kwong and Regina G. Barber explored the inner workings of … Read more
Samsung is letting customers reserve their opportunity to preorder the upcoming Galaxy S25 series before its launch on January 22nd. To sweeten the deal, the company is offering several incentives for early reservations. Reserving your spot now comes with a $50 Samsung credit towards the device, as well as up to $900 in additional credit … Read more
Peace talks between Israel and Gaza’s factions have resumed, but the fragile ceasefire is under threat due to intensifying violence. In Qatar, negotiations are underway to address the ongoing conflict. However, a new American administration may soon disrupt this dynamic. Meanwhile, a recent analysis by The Economist highlights that Nordic firms possess superior fundamentals compared … Read more
A Palestinian shooting attack on a bus and two cars in the north of the occupied West Bank has left three Israelis dead and eight wounded. The victims include two women aged 70 and a 35-year-old police officer. The driver of the bus was seriously injured. The Israeli military said “terrorists” opened fire near the … Read more
New York City’s congestion pricing has officially started, and drivers are now receiving tolls by mail. The program aims to reduce traffic congestion and encourage the use of mass transit. To navigate the new system, E-ZPass is recommended for driving south of 60th Street into the zone. Without an E-ZPass, cameras will read license plates, … Read more