Country music star Carrie Underwood will perform “America the Beautiful” at President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, according to a copy of the program obtained by CNN. Underwood expressed her honor and humility in singing at the historic event, emphasizing unity and coming together as the country looks to the future. Underwood’s performance is … Read more
Families of victims in the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting have reached a settlement with conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, paving the way for the sale of his Infowars platform. The deal, announced at a court hearing on Monday, gives Texas families $4 million, plus 25% of future sales, while Connecticut families receive much larger judgments. … Read more
China’s Shenzhou-19 crew has been conducting various experiments on the orbiting Tiangong space station since January 2025. The astronauts have tested a pipeline inspection robot, validating key technologies for automated inspections. The experiment demonstrated the robot’s design capabilities and motion control in complex environments. Meanwhile, the crew has been conducting space medicine experiments using electroencephalography … Read more
Government-bond yields are rising rapidly around the world, causing concern for governments and other borrowers. In the US, ten-year Treasury bonds now have yields over 5%, while German bunds offer 2.6% – a significant increase from December’s levels. The situation is particularly dire in Britain, where gilt yields reached almost 5% in recent days, their … Read more
Several US retail stocks plummeted Monday after failing to meet analysts’ expectations, despite reporting record holiday sales. Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF) stock tumbled 15.7% after updating its Q4 net sales growth outlook, which only matched previous forecasts. Urban Outfitters (URBN), on the other hand, reversed its losses after reporting a 10% increase in total company … Read more
Tom Conrad, a long-time veteran of the tech industry, has been appointed interim CEO of Sonos after Patrick Spence’s ouster. In his first letter to employees, Conrad expressed his commitment to getting back on track and improving the company’s core experience for customers while driving innovation and financial performance. Conrad, who has relocated to Santa … Read more
CES 2025 brought us a glimpse into the future of home technology with an array of robots on display. Companies showcased robots that blend human-like realism with fun, kid-friendly designs. Realbotix’s human-like robots aim for a realistic look, while TCL’s Ai me is designed to appeal to both children and adults. Realbotix’s robots, priced from … Read more
The term “corporate wellness” is gaining traction as businesses recognize the importance of providing employees with cutting-edge wellness solutions. As a MindBody clinician, I’ve seen firsthand the devastating effects of chronic conditions on individuals and companies. According to the National Library of Medicine, chronic pain and diseases account for most disabilities in the US, resulting … Read more
Wildfires raging across Los Angeles County have prompted a surge in donations from major studios, with some pledging hundreds of millions of dollars to support relief efforts. Warner Bros. Discovery has committed $15 million, while Amazon, Comcast and Netflix directed $10 million apiece. Sony pledged an additional $5 million, followed by Paramount Global’s $1 million … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump’s allies in the House GOP are moving forward with plans to allow him to negotiate the purchase of Greenland from Denmark. The “Make Greenland Great Again Act” has been introduced by Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., which would authorize Trump to enter talks with Denmark after his inauguration. The bill, backed by 10 … Read more