SpaceX successfully landed its first stage booster on the SpaceX droneship following the launch of its latest batch of Starlink satellites from California. The Falcon 9 rocket launched the Starlink 11-6 mission at 6:07 a.m. PST (9:07 a.m. EST, 1407 UTC), with booster 1063 making history by landing on the “Of Course I Still Love … Read more
The magnetic north pole has shifted closer to Siberia, moving at an unprecedented rate of nearly 35 kilometers (21.7 miles) per year. This dynamic movement, which has accelerated in recent decades, challenges the accuracy of navigation systems reliant on magnetic data for everything from aviation to smartphone apps. Historically, the pole moved much more slowly—about … Read more
The Mississippi State Department of Health has confirmed the first pediatric influenza death in the 2024-2025 flu season. A “pediatric death” is defined as the death of an individual under the age of 18. The agency stated they do not provide details about the victim’s age, gender, or location due to respect for privacy. The … Read more
Microsoft is set to launch smaller versions of its popular Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, designed for portability and premium performance. These devices will feature Snapdragon X/Plus SoCs, enabling them to compete effectively in the $800-$900 price range while offering high refresh rates, pen input support, and advanced features like backlit keyboards. The smaller Surface … Read more
Netflix (NFLX) surged higher this week after delivering strong fourth-quarter results. The stock has nearly doubled in the past year, extending a winning streak that has made it one of the top performers in the tech-heavy sector. The company reported significant growth across its key metrics. Paid memberships increased by 16% year-over-year to hit 301.63 … Read more
Nintendo Switch 2 preorders are live at one European retailer for €364.99 ($379.77), despite no official release date or price being announced. An Italian retailer, GamesandMovies.it, has jumped the gun by taking preorder sales, selling the console at a cheaper-than-expected $379.99, making it more affordable than previously predicted $399.99. Nintendo hasn’t yet confirmed these details … Read more
Marilyn Manson has avoided charges after a years-long investigation into claims of sexual assault and domestic violence against him in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office ruled that the allegations fall outside the statute of limitations, meaning they couldn’t be proven beyond a reasonable doubt. Despite the investigation involving over a dozen women … Read more
The popular platform “Too Many Requests” (TMR) has been forced offline due to a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack. The attack has crippled major websites, including GitHub and Reddit, forcing users to find alternative platforms. Authorities in multiple countries are investigating the incident, which appears to be part of an ongoing cyberattack campaign targeting … Read more
U.S. home sales have reached a rare low in decades, according to data released Friday by the National Association of Realtors. The milestone underscores a challenging housing market as experts analyze why home sales are at an all-time low. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/24/housing-market-2024
** A groundbreaking study reveals the existence of ancient water on Mars through “wave ripples” imprinted in Martian rocks. These ripples, found in Gale Crater during NASA’s Curiosity rover mission in 2022, suggest that Mars once had a shallow lake up to 2 meters deep (6.5 feet). Dr. Claire Mondro and Dr. Michael Lamb of … Read more