A mysterious outbreak of avian flu has struck the big cat population in Washington state, claiming the lives of 20 majestic animals including cougars, bobcats, and African servals. Experts warn that the highly pathogenic H5N1 strain of bird flu poses a significant threat to these magnificent creatures. The virus is believed to have originated from … Read more
Tech leaders Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, and Mark Zuckerberg are set to attend President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday. This move marks a significant shift in the relationships between prominent tech moguls and the incoming administration, which has historically been marked by tension. The attendance of these influential figures underscores the deepening connections between the … Read more
The US Treasury has confirmed that the country’s calendar-year deficit has reached a record high of $2 trillion in 2024, with borrowing exceeding $2 trillion and $711 billion in the first three months of fiscal year 2025. The increase is attributed to strong economic growth and ongoing inflation concerns. According to Maya MacGuineas, president of … Read more
DJI has released a new foldable drone called the Flip, which aims to cater to photographers and videographers seeking portability and high-quality outdoor shooting capabilities. Priced at $439, it combines the simplicity of the DJI Neo with the features of the DJI Mini. The Flip boasts 4K video recording at 60 frames per second, slow-motion … Read more
Extreme weather is gripping the United States and Canada this winter. A full moon in March 2025 will be the first of its kind, according to NASA. The event is expected to bring severe lake-effect snowstorms that will cause traffic nightmares in New York. In California, a new fire has broken out in a county, … Read more
A 403 error occurs when a user attempts to access a web page that is restricted due to security restrictions. This can be caused by various reasons, including: * A configuration error on the server side * A permissions issue with the requested resource * A link that is invalid or outdated * Insufficient access … Read more
Starbucks is limiting access to its bathrooms and public spaces in North America to paying customers only, sparking debate across the US. The coffee giant has reversed its policy of allowing anyone to use its facilities, citing a need to prioritize customer space. The new code of conduct warns non-paying visitors that they’ll need to … Read more
Kanye West is reportedly “terrified” to return to the US due to multiple lawsuits amid claims that he and his wife Bianca Censori are relocating to Tokyo, a move allegedly prompted by Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex trafficking case. Despite this, West has purchased a $35 million mansion in Beverly Hills, sparking questions about his intentions. … Read more
More than 200 Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) employees have lost their homes in the devastating Eaton fire, which has destroyed thousands of structures across over 14,000 acres in Altadena. JPL Director Laurie Leshin confirmed on social media that many employees suffered damage or displacement due to the fire. Leshin expressed her condolences to those affected, … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump may sign an executive order on his first day in office to regulate the cryptocurrency industry, according to a report by the Washington Post. This move could potentially end “debanking” – the practice of shutting down crypto firms’ bank accounts – and repeal Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB) 121, which requires companies to … Read more