Israel released three of its captives and five Thai nationals from Gaza in a prisoner swap deal. The release came amid emotional scenes in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank as captives and prisoners were reunited with their loved ones. Hamas confirmed the death of its military chief, Mohammed Deif, and other senior commanders. The … Read more
The stock market ended higher Thursday, driven by small-cap stocks despite concerns over tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Apple (AAPL) surged after its earnings report was released after the close, as investors shifted their attention to Friday’s inflation report. The Dow Jones index rose 0.4%, while other major indexes approached record highs. The focus now … Read more
Kevin Costner’s ex-wife, Christine Baumgartner, has gotten engaged to Josh Connor, a financier and friend who dated during their divorce. The news comes more than a year after Costner finalized his split from Baumgartner. Baumgartner and Connor’s engagement took place unexpectedly, with Connor getting down on one knee during a romantic dinner at the beach. … Read more
Samsung Electronics reported a 129.85% surge in operating profits year-on-year in the fourth quarter of 2024, but fell short of expectations due to weak demand for its chips used in artificial intelligence servers. The company’s sales rose 11.8% to 75.78 trillion won, while net income increased by 22.2%. However, the Q4 operating profit was lower … Read more
A significant development in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI) has been announced by the US Copyright Office. The office has taken steps to recognize AI-generated works, paving the way for creators to use AI tools in their artistic endeavors. The move is seen as a boost for AI’s application in art and movies. With … Read more
A deadly collision between an Army helicopter and a passenger jet at Washington’s Reagan National Airport has raised concerns about systemic failures in the air traffic control system. The incident, which killed 67 people, is the latest in a series of close calls involving commercial airlines. According to flight recordings and internal reports from the … Read more
The Federal Reserve’s central bank has made its decision on interest rates, maintaining them in a target range of 4.25%-4.5%. The key takeaways from this decision are: The Federal Open Market Committee voted unanimously, indicating a unified stance among the committee members. Labor market conditions have not eased, contrary to previous statements. Instead, the unemployment … Read more
The US has seen a recent surge in bird flu cases, with 100,000 ducks euthanized and over 100 million chickens and turkeys affected nationwide. While the virus has primarily targeted animals, scientists warn that this strain may be just “one mutation away” from rapid transmission. As factory farming has grown by 6% since 2017, concerns … Read more
Jaguars Head Coach Liam Coen has begun filling out his staff, announcing the hiring of Anthony Campanile as their new defensive coordinator. Campanile brings an aggressive defensive mindset and a system that allows players to play fast and physical. The 42-year-old coach previously worked with the Miami Dolphins for four seasons as their linebackers coach … Read more
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