Costco’s bakery section always keeps members on their toes with new and exciting treats, but some items become staples that fans can’t imagine living without. One such dessert has earned the nickname “worth its weight in gold” – the iconic tuxedo cake. What sets this chocolate bar cake apart is its layered composition of rich … Read more
Raleigh, North Carolina, has been ranked among the top-performing large cities in the US by a recent study from the Milken Institute. The city’s thriving tech sector and strong wage growth have contributed to its success, with wages surging 47% since 2018. Job growth has also increased by 15%, driven by balanced growth across various … Read more
A team of international researchers from the University of Gothenburg has made groundbreaking discoveries about the potential for rising sea levels by exploring the underside of Antarctic glaciers using an autonomous submarine called Ran. Over 27 days, Ran traveled over 1,000 kilometers under the ice, reaching a depth of 17 kilometers in the Dotson Ice … Read more
Microsoft has made it easier for Windows 11 users, including those at home, to access the powerful security feature known as Administrator Protection. The latest Windows Insider Canary build (build 27774) now allows users to turn on the feature from the Windows Security settings, removing the need for IT administrators to activate it. This change … Read more
A recent study highlights the connection between diet and aging. Researchers found that certain foods can have an impact on cognitive health and overall well-being. Diets high in sugar, fat, salt, preservatives, and other chemical compounds may lead to inflammation, which can affect DNA and contribute to aging. Conversely, some foods like coffee, dairy, spicy … Read more
The US Supreme Court has upheld a law requiring US companies to remove Chinese apps, including TikTok, from their app stores within three months or face fines. The decision comes as a major blow to TikTok, which had been seeking to avoid the ban by arguing that it posed no national security risk. The court’s … Read more
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has selected 15 drugs for its second round of price negotiations, including the popular weight loss medications Ozempic and Wegovy. The negotiations are set to take place in 2025, with new prices expected to take effect in 2027. Pharmaceutical companies have until February 25, 2025, to decide … Read more
Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin, the long-time couple, were spotted holding hands in Mumbai, India, on Friday, putting an end to rumors of their split. The pair, who have been together for seven years, were seen smiling and waving at photographers as they went about their day. The Coldplay frontman, 47, was accompanied by his … Read more
Researchers in Oregon have discovered a massive water reservoir beneath the Central Oregon Cascades, estimated to be three times the capacity of Lake Mead. The aquifer, described as a “body of rock and/or sediment that holds groundwater,” totals at least 81 cubic kilometers. The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, … Read more
Astronomers are struggling to understand a rare and intense cosmic phenomenon occurring at the center of a distant galaxy. The 1ES 1927+654 black hole, located 270 million light-years from Earth, is emitting unprecedented radiation patterns that defy explanation. Initially detected as a faint radio signal in 2018, it has since revealed itself with dramatic flares … Read more