Big tech firms like Microsoft (MSFT) and Meta (META) have largely shrugged off concerns about Chinese-made AI firm DeepSeek’s claims of training its AI model for $5 million using less expensive chips. During their earnings calls, both CEOs acknowledged the efficiency improvements brought by DeepSeek’s AI technology but expressed optimism that it will ultimately benefit … Read more
LA County is still grappling with the norovirus outbreak, which has been spreading rapidly since peak season began. The highly contagious illness, also known as the “stomach flu,” can cause severe symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps. According to Dr. Elizabeth Hudson, regional chief of infectious diseases for Kaiser Permanente Southern California, norovirus … Read more
A new study has found that bacteria commonly found in the mouth and gastrointestinal tract, particularly Streptococcus anginosus, are more abundant in the saliva and gut of people who have had a stroke. The researchers discovered that this bacterium increases stroke risk by 20%, while beneficial bacteria like Anaerostipes hadrus and Bacteroides plebeius were linked … Read more
Apple has broken its previous records for iPhone upgrades during its fiscal first quarter, with CEO Tim Cook attributing this surge to the expansion of Apple Intelligence, a suite of artificial intelligence tools available on newer iPhone models. The milestone comes as sales of the iPhone 16 lineup, which launched in September, outpace those of … Read more
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has joined 18 other Republican state attorneys general in a letter to Costco Wholesale, demanding that the company drop its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies within 30 days. The group cited concerns about discrimination and legal risks, stating that such programs are “divisive and discriminatory” and that companies should treat … Read more
Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector is a thought-provoking sequel that builds upon its predecessor’s themes of personhood, community, and drama. The game’s tabletop-inspired design and RPG elements, similar to Blades in the Dark and Ironsworn, create a unique experience where strategy and luck are intertwined. In this new installment, you’ll play as Your Sleeper, an … Read more
Sean “Diddy” Combs faces new allegations of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy after a superseding indictment was filed against him. The indictment expands on previous charges, adding two new female victims to the list. Combs was previously charged with transporting his ex-girlfriend for prostitution, but his lawyers argue that this activity was consensual. The new … Read more
A mile-deep underwater volcano, located about 300 miles off the coast of Oregon, is predicted to erupt this year. The Axial Seamount, an underwater volcano, has been monitored for three decades and has erupted three times before. Scientists believe it will erupt again due to its “repeatable pattern” from previous eruptions. Researchers have observed that … Read more
A late-night rocket launch is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 29, and spectators in Volusia County can catch the spectacle above the skies. Weather permitting, the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket will lift off Pad 39A at Kennedy Space Center with two next-generation Airbus-built satellites. Viewers can witness the launch from various locations along the Florida coast, … Read more
A day after a deadly stampede at the Sangam in Prayagraj, the administration has issued several directives to manage the crowds and ensure the safety of devotees. All VIP passes have been cancelled, and the entire Maha Kumbh area has been declared a no-vehicle zone. The entry of vehicles from all adjoining districts has been … Read more