Sephora Closes Laurel Heights Store in San Francisco Neighborhood

Beauty retailer Sephora has closed its store at 3407 California St. in San Francisco’s Laurel Village shopping center, nearly a year after leaving the beleaguered San Francisco Centre mall downtown. The decision marks another setback for the company as it tests smaller retail prototypes with similar services. According to UrbanGroup real estate agent Louis Cornejo, … Read more

Israel’s National Newspaper Under Maintenance

The Times of Israel, Israel’s national newspaper, is currently undergoing maintenance. Due to technical issues, users are being redirected to this page while the website is being updated. To view the latest news and updates, please enable JavaScript and cookies on your browser and try accessing the site again. Source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-january-12-2025

Joshua Jackson’s LA Home Destroyed by Wildfires Amid Personal Growth

Actor Joshua Jackson has lost his Los Angeles home due to the ongoing wildfires. His representative confirmed to PEOPLE on January 12 that the 46-year-old actor’s home was destroyed, but thankfully, he is surrounded by loved ones. Jackson expressed gratitude for the safe escape of his family, including his daughter Juno and other close neighbors. … Read more

Germany Pledges €50M to Syria at Riyadh Talks

Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has pledged €50 million ($51.3 million) for humanitarian aid in Syria, calling for a “smart approach” to easing sanctions on the country. At the Riyadh conference on Sunday, Baerbock reiterated her support for maintaining sanctions against those who committed serious crimes during the civil war. However, she emphasized the need … Read more

CES 2025’s Most Bizarre Gadgets and Luxury Items

This year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) saw the unveiling of some of the most innovative – and sometimes bizarre – gadgets to hit the market. From a wearable that can read your mind to a $60,000 transparent TV, CES 2025 had it all. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang made headlines with his new leather jacket, a … Read more

Israel Strikes Gaza School, Kills at Least 20 Palestinians

At least 20 Palestinians were killed and scores wounded on Saturday in Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip. Eight Palestinians, including two children and two women, lost their lives, while 30 others, including 19 children, were injured in an Israeli bombing on a school housing displaced people in Jabalia. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has … Read more

Apple iPhone Hack Exposes USB-C Vulnerability Risk

A recent security breach has exposed a vulnerability in Apple’s highly customized ACE3 USB-C controller, which was introduced with the iPhone 15 series. Security researcher Thomas Roth successfully bypassed Apple’s security protections to hack the device, raising concerns about smartphone security. Roth presented his research at the 38th Chaos Communication Congress and shared a video … Read more

Flu, RSV, and COVID Cases Surge Across US

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a significant increase in people visiting doctors with illnesses related to flu, RSV, and COVID-19. Epidemiologist Katelyn Jetelina joins John Yang to discuss the reasons behind this year’s surge and what Americans need to know about other viruses currently making headlines. Source: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/what-to-know-about-this-winters-surge-of-viral-illnesses-across-the-country

Mark Zuckerberg Criticizes Apple Over Innovation and Ecosystem

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has taken shots at Apple once again, criticizing the company’s lack of innovation since the iPhone. In a recent interview with Joe Rogan, Zuckerberg said Apple hasn’t invented anything great in over two decades and is relying on its closed ecosystem to maintain profit. He cited developers’ fees and difficulty for … Read more

Modrić on Defeat: “We Must Give Our Fans Joy”

Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modrić expressed his disappointment after the Spanish Super Cup final loss against Barcelona. Speaking to the media, Modrić acknowledged that the defeat was tough to swallow but emphasized the importance of moving forward and giving their fans more joy in the remaining season. Modrić attributed the loss to Barcelona’s better performance, … Read more