Constellation Energy has agreed to buy private energy company Calpine in a deal valued at $26.6 billion, expanding its presence in California and Texas. The acquisition is expected to create the largest clean energy provider in the US. The move comes as demand for power from AI data centers drives the energy market. Constellation expects … Read more
Beloved TV personality Hoda Kotb concluded her 16-year run on the popular morning show Today by reading a heartfelt “love letter” to viewers during her final episode. The 60-year-old shared her gratitude for the love and support she’s received from fans over the years, thanking them for embracing her as a new mom after becoming … Read more
Subaru has revealed the S210 prototype of its high-performance WRX STI model ahead of the Tokyo auto show. The new STI features a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) instead of a manual, and it’s expected to produce 296 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque. Only 500 copies of the limited-production S210 will be sold worldwide, … Read more
A recent study suggests that concussions and repeated head injuries may trigger latent viruses in the brain, leading to Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers at Tufts University and Oxford University found that herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1) can be reactivated by physical trauma, triggering inflammation and long-term damage. The study used a lab model of brain tissue … Read more
OnePlus has launched its new flagship phone, the OnePlus 13, aiming to set the tone for what a premium smartphone can offer in 2025. With its focus on fast charging, premium specifications, and features at an affordable price, the company is putting its best foot forward. One of the key features that OnePlus is known … Read more
A second lynx released into the wild in Scotland has died, according to conservationists. The big cat was one of four animals captured near the Dell of Killiehuntly on Friday and taken to the Highland Wildlife Park for humane treatment. The death is believed to be linked to an illegal release by a “frustrated activist” … Read more
Astronomers have long debated how Pluto acquired its large moon Charon. Now, new research suggests that the two bodies formed through a rare “kiss and capture” collision about 4 billion years ago. The study’s lead author, Adeene Denton, says that Pluto and Charon are distinct from other celestial bodies in terms of their composition and … Read more
Two private lunar lander missions are set to launch next week, marking a significant step towards establishing human habitation on the Moon. The Blue Ghost lunar lander from Firefly Aerospace and the Resilience spacecraft from iSpace will take off on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The launch is scheduled for 1:11 am EST (6:11am GMT) … Read more
Director Paul Feig has set the record straight on the status of A Simple Favor 2, confirming that the film is finished and expected to be released soon. The news comes after a viral tweet thread sparked rumors that the movie had been shelved indefinitely due to Blake Lively’s ongoing legal battle with Justin Baldoni. … Read more
In a surprise move, Israel’s air force carried out airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen earlier today, in coordination with the United States and Great Britain. The strikes were part of a long-planned operation to degrade the Houthis’ ability to attack and disrupt maritime traffic. According to sources, the US CENTCOM commander discussed efforts to … Read more