Scientists have long struggled to understand how a genetic mutation linked to Huntington’s disease manifests later in life. However, new research has shed light on the process, revealing that the mutation is initially harmless but eventually grows into a larger, toxic version of itself. A study published in Cell journal found that the genetic mutation … Read more
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has sparked outrage after saying that the deaths of hostages held captive by Palestinian militants are “the pinnacle of success” as long as they do not put his own life at risk. The comments come as families of the hostages express their joy and relief, but many in Israel … Read more
As Donald Trump takes office as the 47th US President, he will be faced with critical fiscal deadlines and contentious policy debates that could shape the country’s economic trajectory. The economy remains strong but volatile, and his decisions starting Monday will have a significant impact on the nation’s finances and overall well-being. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/19/trump-economy-inauguration-fiscal-deadlines
Actor Mel Gibson has expressed surprise at being named a “special ambassador” to Hollywood by President-elect Donald Trump. In a statement to USA TODAY, Gibson said he was ready to serve under Trump and described his role as an opportunity to provide insight and help. Trump announced the appointment on conservative social platform Truth Social, … Read more
This Monday, U.S. markets will close due to Martin Luther King Day celebrations, impacting exchange-traded instruments such as stocks, indices, and futures. The event also coincides with Trump’s inauguration. On Tuesday, a Canadian dollar report on consumer inflation is expected to impact its dynamics. A CPI acceleration could support the currency’s value if it reassesses … Read more
Linux 6.13 release on track after engineers from Intel and AMD stepped in to address issues caused by a code contribution from a Microsoft developer. The change, made last autumn, aimed to improve performance but caused problems on some systems, including those with Control Flow Integrity (CFI) enabled. The Linux kernel maintainers were not notified … Read more
The Philadelphia Eagles have secured their spot in the NFC championship game, defeating the Los Angeles Rams at home in a snowy match. Next Sunday, they will face off against the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field. The matchup is expected to be a high-stakes battle between two division rivals. Saquon Barkley, the star running … Read more
Ohio real estate developer Mike Jenkins found himself at the center of an unsettling incident in his own neighborhood. A now-viral video shows a confrontation between Jenkins and an unknown woman, who claimed to have been frightened by his lack of identification when seeking help on his property. According to Jenkins’ account, he was driving … Read more
The Los Angeles Dodgers have added top free-agent reliever Tanner Scott to their roster with a four-year, $72 million deal. The 30-year-old southpaw joins an increasingly deep bullpen and will provide the team with the flexibility it needs to shut down lefties and give righties a hard time in late innings during the playoffs. Scott, … Read more
Economic fears have turned into widespread grievances among the public, with many believing violence can be necessary to bring about change. A recent global poll by Edelman found that 60% of respondents across 28 countries harbor deep-seated distrust in government and business. The survey of over 33,000 people revealed severe levels of mistrust, with many … Read more