NASA’s Curiosity Rover has uncovered evidence of ancient liquid water on Mars. The rover discovered undulations resembling ripples, found in Gale Crater, thought to be dried-up lakes. These ripples, formed 3.7 billion years ago, suggest that water once flowed open to the atmosphere before being frozen. Curiosity, launched in 2011, has been studying Mars’ climate … Read more
** Hall, Necas, and Drury conclude their seasons as unrestricted free agents. Hall, aged 33, was with the Bruins after missing most of last season due to knee surgery. Necas from Carolina has a two-year deal avoiding arbitration. Drury with Carolina signed a two-year contract. Necas is set for a significant salary in his sixth … Read more
Saturday, February 1 at 6 ET/3 PT marks the historic Royal Rumble event, featuring a climactic showdown between the WWE Tag Team Champions #DIY and the Motor City Machine Guns. In a 2-out-of-3 Falls Match, Johnny Gargano switches teams to Tommaso Ciampa for the title defense against his former allies. The devious pair then team … Read more
** Scientists discovered wave ripples in Martian rocks that suggest the planet once had open bodies of water, not just ice. These ripples were formed when wind pushed water back and forth 3.7 billion years ago during a warmer period. Researchers estimate these waves originated from shallow lakes on Mars’ surface, which was liquid enough … Read more
Prof. Yoram Weiss, director general of the Hadassah Medical Organization, performed a heroic act by saving a man from a heart attack during an El Al flight to Miami. The incident occurred when a passenger reported feeling unwell and experiencing a seizure. Weiss, on his way to a fundraising trip in the U.S., quickly acted … Read more
In a groundbreaking study, scientists have revealed that thousands of crystal-clear Greenland lakes have turned brown and started emitting carbon dioxide due to global warming. The tipping point occurred as the lakes’ permafrost melted under intense heat and heavy rain, releasing stored carbon into the water. This shift marked the first time in centuries that … Read more
Verizon Communications (VZ) reported quarterly earnings and revenue that slightly outperformed Wall Street expectations. The company delivered $1.10 per share in adjusted earnings, up two cents from a year ago, while revenue rose 1.6% to $35.7 billion. Wireless service revenue climbed 3.1% to $20 billion, aligning with estimates. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization … Read more
The inaugural Global Fight League (GFL) draft took place virtually on January 24th, selecting 120 fighters from UFC, Bellator, and PFL rosters. The draft featured teams in London, Dubai, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, and Sao Paulo. Fighters were placed based on proximity to their training locations or hometowns, with notable picks including Tyron Woodley … Read more
A$AP Rocky’s assault trial in Los Angeles begins with a jury of five men and seven women seated. The 36-year-old rapper, charged with firing a gun at a former friend in 2021, turned down a plea offer to avoid prison time if found not guilty. Rocky, who has pleaded not guilty, is facing two counts … Read more
Meta Platforms (META) has announced plans to invest $60 billion to $65 billion in capital expenditures this year as it expands its artificial intelligence efforts. CEO Mark Zuckerberg highlighted the creation of an enormous AI data center, covering a significant portion of Manhattan, which will power advancements in AI technology. Meta’s stock rose 1.7% to … Read more