The next major update for Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, called Space-Time Smackdown, is on the horizon with a slew of new cards spilling over online. Here’s what you need to know about the fresh additions and how they might shape competitive play: – **Weavile ex**: A Mewtwo rival that can deal damage as early … Read more
The Times of Israel (TOI) website has reported facing outages in certain areas due to power cuts. Customers in regions affected should check their internet connectivity frequently, as the site’s functionality may be impacted after planned maintenance work. Source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/breaking-with-biden-trump-envoy-expresses-support-for-israeli-laws-targeting-unrwa
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has emerged as an unexpected competitor in the global AI landscape, challenging the dominance of Silicon Valley giants like OpenAI and Google. Founded by hedge fund veteran Liang Wenfeng, DeepSeek initially focused on China’s volatile stock market but later shifted to developing affordable AI models. Unlike traditional research firms, it … Read more
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Ozempic to treat kidney disease in individuals with Type 2 diabetes, expanding its use beyond its previous role in managing the condition. This approval comes after research demonstrated that Ozempic reduces the risk of serious complications, such as requiring dialysis or a heart transplant, compared to Placebo. The … Read more
Hypertension, one of the most preventable and treatable causes of premature death worldwide, is often measured at home. However, new research suggests that measuring blood pressure while lying down may be a more accurate indicator than sitting. A study led by Duc M. Giao found that individuals with normal seated blood pressure can still exhibit … Read more
Elon Musk turned down an invitation from NBIM CEO Nicolai Tangen, following Norges Bank Investment Management’s decision to vote against his $56 billion pay package at Tesla’s annual meeting last June. Tangen invited Musk to a conference in Oslo, but he declined after the fund’s vote. Both parties exchanged comments, with Musk referencing the earlier … Read more
** Earth has a new “mini-moon” — a small rock named 2024 PT5 that scientists now believe was ejected from the Moon. Discovered by the ATLAS observatory in August, this rock is the second object identified as possibly originating from the Moon after 469219 Kamoʻoalewa. A study published earlier this month suggests 2024 PT5 is … Read more
The U.S. Space Force anticipates a 25% to 30% increase in orbital launches over the next two years, driven by growing military, civil, and commercial payloads. Program Executive Officer Brig. Gen. Kristin Panzenhagen indicated thatSpace Force operations have been steadily increasing at about 25-30% annually for several years, and this trend is expected to continue. … Read more
A newly discovered asteroid, designated 2024 YR4, poses an intriguing risk to Earth, with a 1.2% chance of collision in 2032. Currently orbiting safely at 515,116 miles from Earth and moving away, it will make its closest approach in December 2028. While the odds are high—98.8% it won’t hit us this time—it’s a reminder of … Read more
The FDA has approved Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic for use in treating both chronic kidney disease and diabetes, expanding its popularity as a go-to treatment. This injection now helps reduce the risk of kidney damage, heart issues, and death from cardiovascular problems in patients with both conditions. The approval comes as around 37 million adults in … Read more