Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady Amid Economic Uncertainty

The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged on Wednesday as it adopted a cautious approach moving forward, given the cloudy economic outlook and uncertainty about whether certain aspects of President Donald Trump’s policies could hinder efforts to combat inflation. The central bank signalled it would remain flexible in its monetary policy stance until more clarity … Read more

Google’s Latest Chrome Update Leaves Third-Party Cookie Phase-Out as Unclear as Ever

Google’s latest Chrome update hasn’t clarified when third-party cookies will be phased out, leaving users and industry watchers uncertain. During a Jan. 27 event at the IAB’s Annual Leadership Meeting in Palm Springs, Anthony Chavez, Google’s VP of Privacy Sandbox, hinted that a “one-time global prompt” would let users decide whether to consent to being … Read more

Diabetic Girl’s Parents Convicted of Manslaughter in Australia After Withholding Insulin

A 8-year-old diabetic girl died just shy of her ninth birthday following her parents’ refusal to administer life-saving insulin. A court found them not guilty of murder but manslaughter, citing insufficient evidence that their actions would likely lead to her death. The girl’s father, Jason Struhs, and the sect’s leader, Brendan Stevens, faced charges of … Read more

Older iPhone Users Left Out as Samsung Leads the AI Charge

The world of smartphones has split into two camps: those with access to cutting-edge generative AI features and those who have been left behind. For me, an older iPhone user, it’s especially frustrating because Apple, known for its software support, fails to update older devices while Samsung takes the lead. The latest Samsung Galaxy S25 … Read more

Selena Gomez Posts Emotional Video About ICE Arrests and Its Deletion

Selena Gomez recently posted an emotional video about the ICE arrests launched by the Trump administration but quickly deleted it afterward. The CNN NewsNight panel has commented on the incident, highlighting President Trump’s recent immigration changes. The timing of her post comes as the U.S. saw over 1,000 ICE arrests nationwide last Sunday. Gomez’s quick … Read more

247Sports.com Blocked: Understanding the Reason Behind the 403 Error

Access to 247sports.com was denied due to an unauthorized request. The server returned a 403 error, indicating that the website lacks proper authorization for such access. This issue may arise from browser settings or temporary server problems. To resolve it, try clearing your browser’s cache or using a VPN to bypass the blockage. For future … Read more

Close to Earth: New Exoplanet Holds Clues for Alien Life

A distant planet in our galaxy has piqued the interest of astronomers with its potential to host alien life. Discovered 20 light years away, HD 20794d orbits a star similar to our sun and resides in the “Goldilocks zone” of habitability—a region where conditions might allow liquid water, a key ingredient for life as we … Read more

Naama Levy’s Homecoming After 477 Days of captivity

Naama Levy, one of four female IDF soldiers released from Hamas captivity after 477 days, shared her gratitude for the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal. “I’m finally home,” she wrote on Instagram, expressing relief and strength from the protection and family support surrounding her. Levy expressed gratitude to Israeli combat soldiers and the people for their fight … Read more

PA’s First Bird Flu Case Spotted Near Home in Lehigh County

PA Department of Agriculture announced Monday that a commercial flock of 50,000 birds was found dead due to bird flu near Lynn Township, Lehigh County. The department is quarantining the affected farm and surrounding areas within a 6-mile radius to prevent further spread of the virus. Neighbors, like Sandy Kantor, expressed concerns about potential risks … Read more