New Zealand has recently relaxed its visitor visa rules to attract digital nomads – people who work remotely while traveling. The updated policy allows individuals to work remotely for a foreign employer during their visit, which can last up to 90 days and be extended to nine months. However, those working beyond the initial period … Read more
This week, we can spot four of the five naked-eye planets (Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn) as Mercury remains hidden. The Moon, at 2.4 days old, appears as a Waxing Crescent, lighting up less than 6% of its surface above London on 31 January at 6:45pm GMT. Venus, now in Pisces, is easiest to see, … Read more
** Justin Baldoni, the director of “It Ends With Us,” issued an apologetic voice note to his co-star Blake Lively following a voicemail he reportedly sent late at night before their legal battle escalated. The message, which was published by TMZ, acknowledges script changes Lively proposed during production and expresses regret for his perceived lack … Read more
A leak has confirmed that the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 will feature the Exynos 2500 processor, a chip previously used in older models but not in any of Samsung’s latest Galaxy S25 handsets. The tipster also shared detailed specs for the chipset, including a 10-core cluster and high clock speeds, which suggest it could … Read more
** A study suggests that waking up mid-dream could be an early sign of dementia. Researchers found that people who experience REM (rapid eye movement) sleep later in the night are more prone to or at risk for dementia. This is because REM sleep helps clear toxic proteins linked to brain damage, and issues with … Read more
In 2020, sugar-sweetened beverages were responsible for approximately 2.2 million new cases of Type 2 diabetes worldwide, according to a recent study published in *Nature Medicine*. The research highlights that men, younger adults, higher-educated individuals, and urban residents experienced the highest burden of this health issue due to increased consumption of sweetened drinks. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2025/01/27/sugary-drinks-diabetes-heart-disease
Four Israeli women freed after months of captivity in Gaza shared their harrowing experiences during their time in captivity. Relatives described living in a dark tunnel with limited sustenance and isolation. One relative recalled being shot in the leg during an attack on October 7, 2014. Among the women were Daniella Gilboa, Karina Ariev, Naama … Read more
** To watch tonight’s *The Bachelor* premiere without cable, consider these streaming options: – **DirecTV Stream**: Available at $86.99/month with a five-day free trial. – **fuboTV**: New subscribers can enjoy the episode for free during its 30-day trial period. – **Sling TV Blue Package**: Includes ABC and costs $25.50/month after the first month, offering 46 … Read more
A French AI project called ‘Lucie’ faced a devastating early exit after just two days of operation, prompting widespread criticism and mockery on social media. Launched as an open-source tool designed to aid education by 2025, the platform was initially promoted by Eduscol, France’s Ministry of Education, with grandiose claims of revolutionizing educational tools. However, … Read more
The NFC championship game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs, set to crown a Super Bowl champion, delivered on its promise of intense competition. Though the game lacked the excitement one might expect, several pivotal moments made it memorable. – **Key Referee Incident:** During the opening act, the Eagles’ official disputed a touchdown … Read more