Jules Feiffer, a renowned artist and writer, has passed away at the age of 95. He died from congestive heart failure at his home in upstate New York on January 17. Feiffer was known for his iconic weekly comic strip “Feiffer,” which ran in the Village Voice from the late 1950s to 1997. The strip … Read more
Superbugs resistant to existing antibiotics are a growing health concern worldwide, killing nearly five million people annually. Researchers have discovered that oysters contain antimicrobial proteins that can kill certain bacteria and improve the efficacy of conventional antibiotics. The annual toll of antimicrobial-resistant infections is expected to rise by 70%, with an estimated 40 million deaths … Read more
Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil giant Aramco expects a healthy oil market this year, despite US sanctions on Russian crude tankers, according to CEO Amin Nasser. The company forecasts an additional 1.3 million barrels per day of demand in 2024, driven by growth in the market. The sanctions, which impact over 2 million barrels, are still … Read more
The Dallas Cowboys are set to interview Brian Schottenheimer, their current offensive coordinator, for the vacant head coaching position. Schottenheimer, 51, has been with the team since 2022 and is reportedly a top contender due to his experience working under coach Mike McCarthy. As the son of longtime NFL head coach Marty Schottenheimer, Brian brings … Read more
Physicist Logan Fries, a University of Connecticut Ph.D. student, recently presented groundbreaking research on the spin of nearby black holes at the 245th American Astronomical Society meeting. Fries’ study, titled “Black Hole Archaeology: Mapping the Growth History of Black Holes Across Cosmic Time,” revealed that most black holes have gained mass through accretion-driven processes rather … Read more
Elon Musk attended a celebratory rally in Washington for President Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025. During the event, Musk gave a speech praising the crowd’s choice and expressing gratitude to the audience. The billionaire leader of Tesla, SpaceX, and X made two gestures that drew comparisons to historical symbols. Musk, who supports Trump, … Read more
Electronic Arts (EA) has announced that it will shut down its popular gaming platform, Origin, on April 17, 2025. The move is a result of Microsoft’s decision to end support for 32-bit systems in Windows, which was announced five years ago. To continue using Origin, users must upgrade to the EA App, which requires a … Read more
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander is staying in the American League East by signing a five-year, “more than $90 million” free-agent deal. The 30-year-old power-hitting outfielder had been linked to several teams before ultimately choosing Toronto. Santander’s free agency lasted longer than expected, with some predicting he would sign with Boston after the Red … Read more
Renowned economist Robin Brooks has made a bold prediction about the future of monetary policy. According to Brooks, central banks that allow market signals will be rewarded in the coming years. The former chief currency strategist at Goldman Sachs and chief economist at the Institute of International Finance believes this approach holds significant potential. Brooks’ … Read more
US President Donald Trump has shifted his tariff policies in a surprise move that signals turbulence for investors and corporate America. This recalibration of his plans marks a significant departure from his campaign promises. Initially, it seemed unlikely that Trump would implement steep tariffs on imports from China, Mexico, and Canada. However, the White House … Read more