A potential ban on TikTok by the US Supreme Court just days away has many users seeking alternative social media platforms. The law forces the platform to cut ties with its China-based parent company, ByteDance, or shut down its US operation. To prepare for a possible loss of access to TikTok, several apps are being … Read more
Author Neil Gaiman has denied all allegations of sexual misconduct, saying he never engaged in non-consensual activity with anyone. Multiple women have accused him of sexual assault, coercion, and misconduct, including claims that he pressured them into sex in exchange for accommodation or payment. Gaiman denies any wrongdoing, stating his relationships were always consensual. However, … Read more
Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, made a personal revelation about her experience of receiving cancer treatment during her first official engagement of the year. On January 14, she visited The Royal Marsden Hospital, where she received treatment, and met with patients undergoing chemotherapy. At the hospital, Princess Kate shared her feelings about having a chemotherapy … Read more
Investor confidence in the Federal Reserve’s interest rate path is dwindling, and inflation data next week will be crucial for a flagging market. The recent strong economic data has added to fears that the Fed may cut even less than projected last month. Friday’s jobs report showed a blowout number, exacerbating the sell-off in the … Read more
Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S25 series, set to launch soon, has been teased through leaked promotional images. The images showcase all three phones, including the flagship Galaxy S25 Ultra, which boasts a separate poster. Industry insider Evan Blass shared these images, highlighting Samsung’s emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI) in its new devices. The Galaxy S25 series … Read more
Language has long been considered a powerful tool in shaping human experiences. Recent research has uncovered the intricate connection between language and emotions, shedding new light on how our brains process emotionally charged words. A team of researchers from Virginia Tech conducted a study to investigate how our brains engage with emotional content in words. … Read more
The US inflation data is expected to show continued increases for the fifth consecutive month, fueling concerns about higher interest rates. Forecasters predict a 0.3% rise in the core consumer price index (CPI) in December, alongside a 0.4% advance in the overall index. The core CPI excludes food and energy costs, highlighting key areas to … Read more
South African authorities have recovered 60 bodies from a shuttered gold mine where dozens of miners were working illegally. The recovery operation, which began on Monday, aims to extract all remaining miners, estimated to be hundreds. The blockade of the mine near Stilfontein was part of a national campaign against illegal miners, known locally as … Read more
Tanzania has stepped up its preparedness for potential Marburg virus disease outbreaks following a recent outbreak in neighboring Rwanda. The World Health Organization, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and other partners, conducted a tabletop simulation exercise to evaluate and improve the country’s emergency response plans. The exercise involved 40 individuals from various sectors, … Read more
Pope Francis has released a new autobiography titled “Hope,” which showcases his shift towards simplicity and humility as he navigates the complexities of the papacy. The memoir, written over six years in collaboration with Carlo Musso, offers a candid look at the pope’s past mistakes and wrongdoings, including a fight with a fellow student in … Read more