Wholesale prices rose less than expected in December, a positive sign for the economy as inflation concerns persisted. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 3.3% increase in producer price index (PPI) from last year, below the 3.5% economists had projected. Excluding food and energy, core prices rose 3.5% year-over-year, beating November’s 3.4% gain. However, … Read more
Nvidia, a leading technology company, added some excitement to the second day of the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference (JPM25). The event marked a significant milestone as it was the year’s tenth megaround. A mega round refers to a major funding round where investors pour large sums into a single company. On this day, Nvidia participated … Read more
A devastating wildfire in Altadena, California, has left a couple without insurance coverage for their destroyed home. Jeff and Jennifer Cohen are among over 100,000 Los Angeles homeowners whose insurance had been dropped before the latest wildfires. The couple received a notice from their insurance company that their policy would not be renewed due to … Read more
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The US egg industry is facing its worst bird flu outbreak on record, with over 20 million chickens dying in the last quarter due to the virus. The Department of Agriculture reports that conventional caged, cage-free, and certified organic systems have all been affected, resulting in significant losses. US taxpayers will cover the cost of … Read more
Meta has ended its key diversity, equity and inclusion programs, joining other major companies like McDonald’s, Walmart, Ford, and Harley-Davidson in abandoning their efforts. The decision comes after the US Supreme Court banned affirmative action in college admissions and amid pressure from conservative activists. The move follows a trend seen among other corporations, including motorcycle … Read more
Researchers have identified 15 lifestyle and health factors that contribute to the risk of young-onset dementia (YOD), according to a study published in December 2023. The extensive research analyzed data from over 356,000 people under 65 in the UK. The findings suggest that low socioeconomic status, social isolation, hearing impairment, stroke, diabetes, heart disease, and … Read more
Scientists have discovered how the human brain processes emotional content in words, offering new insights into language and emotion. Published in Cell Reports, the research reveals that ancient brain systems that evolved for survival now play a role in processing subtle emotional meanings in human language. According to study leader Read Montague, common assumptions about … Read more
Major streaming services have faced criticism from users over the issue of geo-restrictions that prevent access to certain content based on a user’s location. This restriction affects availability in various regions around the world. Streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ use geolocation technology to limit users’ ability to watch content intended … Read more
A 19-year-old University of Georgia student, Clayton Chilcutt, has made a “small contribution to science” by winning a contest to name an asteroid orbiting Earth. The International Astronomical Union (IAU) held the contest in collaboration with Radiolab and received over 2,700 entries from more than 100 countries. Chilcutt’s suggestion of Cardea, the Roman goddess of … Read more