The Bank of Japan (BOJ) raised its key interest rate to the highest level since 2008 and expressed a more optimistic outlook on inflation. The hike was driven by reports showing consumer prices excluding fresh food rose at a faster pace of 3%, well above the central bank’s target of 2%. In its latest outlook, … Read more
NASA’s Perseverance rover achieved a historic milestone by climbing to the top of Jezero Crater in December 2024 after three and a half months. The rover navigated slopes with steep inclines, emerging at Lookout Hill. Deputy project manager Steven Lee praised the rover’s resilience, highlighting its ability to adapt to challenging terrain. Perseverance is now … Read more
President Trump’s recent remarks about tariffs have sparked concern on Wall Street, signaling a potential rocky future for investors. A Citi equities analyst predicts that tariffs will likely cause “a source of volatility over the next several months” in the U.S. stock market. Referenced Symbols: According to a research note from Citigroup, companies in the … Read more
President Donald J. Trump has announced the creation of a Presidential Delegation to attend the 80th anniversary commemoration of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau in Poland on January 27, 2025. The delegation will include prominent figures such as Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and former Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. The group will highlight historical significance while promoting … Read more
Ukrainian drones reportedly damaged a major Russian oil refinery in Ryazan overnight, causing a fire that destroyed several pieces of equipment, including railway loading racks and hydrotreaters. The incident occurred as part of an extensive attack on the area’s infrastructure. Reuters reported that oil storage at the refinery was set ablaze, with damaged equipment posing … Read more
The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley) will defend their WWE Tag Team Championship at the WWE Royal Rumble. They recently lost to Johnny Gargano, costing them their chance against Apollo Crews. However, a post-match incident led to their opponents being revealed as The Dip (#DIY), allowing them to face each other … Read more
Sony has announced it will shut down production of recordable Blu-ray Discs in February, marking the end of its nearly two-decade run. This includes MiniDiscs for recording, MD data for recording, and MiniDV cassettes. The company retains production lines for business clients until profitability wanes. With streaming services dominating consumer preferences, Sony’s optical media sales … Read more
UnitedHealth Group revealed that last year’s cyberattack on its Change Healthcare subsidiary affected approximately 190 million patients—nearly doubling previous estimates of around 100 million people. This latest figure brings the total number of individuals impacted to about half of the U.S. population, given the country’s approximate 341 million residents. The incident, which exposed sensitive data … Read more
Nikola Jokic delivered an incredible performance last night against the Golden State Warriors, setting a new NBA record and inspiring a unique fan reference. The Slovenian forward finished with 35 points, 22 rebounds, 17 assists, and two blocks, becoming only the second player in league history to achieve such a combination in a single game … Read more
** Indie developer Jerrel Dulay shares his analysis of Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay footage. He believes the Mario Kart 9 footage, shown during a reveal trailer, reveals significant details about the system’s power and capabilities. Dulay notes the presence of “physically-based shaders” in the new footage, which can create complex lighting effects like reflections and … Read more