U.S. President Donald Trump has issued an order to create a cryptocurrency working group, tasked with drafting new regulations and exploring national crypto stockpiles. The action also directs banking services for crypto companies to remain protected, countering claims by industry critics that regulators are blocking lawful crypto businesses from accessing banking services. Additionally, the order … Read more
A recent discovery has uncovered worrying levels of ‘forever chemicals’ in wastewater from treatment plants. Researchers at Old Dominion University are analyzing samples to identify perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which have been linked to serious health issues for humans and the environment. This study highlights the urgent need for further research to ensure public … Read more
President Donald Trump’s recent executive actions echo many of the principles detailed in his opponent’s conservative policy blueprint. A Bloomberg Government analysis reveals that numerous actions taken under his administration align with recommendations from Project 2025, a sweeping plan Mr. Trump once explicitly dismissed. Over 30 of Trump’s initial 47 executive actions this week mirror … Read more
The Hughes Fire, spanning 10,425 acres, began burning in Castaic and Saugus earlier this week and reached 79% containment by Friday evening. Initially forcing tens of thousands to evacuate, the fire has grown rapidly from just 50 acres to over 5,000 within hours, displacing more than 30,000 residents. The cause remains under investigation. The Angeles … Read more
NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover has uncovered evidence of ancient lava flows on Mars, shedding light on its transition from a watery past to a harsher present. Geologist Mariek Schmidt explained that the study involves analyzing samples to understand how long Mars once supported liquid water and what this means for future missions. The findings could … Read more
Team Ninja and Platinum Games shocked gamers with the announcement of *Ninja Gaiden 4* as the surprise game reveal during the Xbox Developer Direct. While the title suggests a sequel, the new game introduces Yakuma, a protagonist opposed to Ryu Hayabusa, the series’ iconic hero. A producer explained that Tokyo has been transformed into a … Read more
Madison Keys will face Aryna Sabalenka in the 2025 Australian Open final, marking their second consecutive appearance at the event. Sabalenka has won back-to-back titles there, making her a formidable opponent. Meanwhile, Keys lost to Stephens at last year’s US Open but showed strong form early this season, suggesting she could win sets easily. However, … Read more
** Nooe Nordisk’s stock saw a rise in Friday trading after the company announced positive results from trials of its new weight-loss drug, amycretin. The drug, similar to their blockbuster drugs Wegovy and Ozempic, showed up to 22% weight loss in early-stage tests. Amycretin was tested as an injection once weekly at doses ranging from … Read more
Two cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza were confirmed in bird populations in New York this month, according to state officials. The outbreaks were detected in Suffolk and Putnam counties. Health authorities are monitoring individuals who may have come into contact with infected poultry for potential symptoms. The virus has been circulating among birds for … Read more
Thursday marked an unusual moment in President Donald Trump’s interactions with tech leaders, as he engaged in a heated exchange with Elon Musk and Sam Altman over an $500 billion AI project he recently announced. Musk had criticized the deal, calling it into question by questioning the funds involved, but Trump dismissed the criticism as … Read more