Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the company plans to launch a paid driverless ride-hailing service with a fleet of driverless vehicles in Austin by June. The exact details about the service’s geo-fence and operational constraints are still unknown, but it seems to be intended as a way to drum up excitement for Tesla’s flat … Read more
US President Donald Trump addressed the nation last night to discuss a tragic plane crash in Washington DC, which occurred during a US-bound American Airlines flight. Trump claimed that former President Barack Obama’s legacy was responsible for the crash, stating that he brought people with “mental problems” into the FAA under his leadership. Trump also … Read more
A team of Chinese researchers has successfully created a mouse with two male parents, defying the natural biology that typically requires a female mother for reproduction. The breakthrough, led by molecular biologist Zhi-kun Li from the Chinese Academy of Science (CAS), used precise stem cell engineering to overcome the genetic hurdles that have long prevented … Read more
UFC President Dana White has criticized featherweight fighter Bryce Mitchell for making antisemitic and homophobic comments on a podcast. During the conversation, Mitchell praised Adolf Hitler, who was responsible for the deaths of 6 million Jews, and denied the Holocaust. Despite citing freedom of expression, White stated that the UFC would not take disciplinary action … Read more
A measles outbreak has been reported in Houston, prompting a virus alert warning from health officials. The advisory was issued on January 2025, advising residents to take necessary precautions to prevent the spread of the disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are monitoring the situation closely. In related news, several health centers … Read more
US stocks advanced on Thursday, Jan. 30, as a report showed consumers continued to boost economic growth despite a slight deceleration in GDP growth. The S&P 500 rose 0.5%, with the Dow and Nasdaq also moving higher. Las Vegas Sands shares jumped 11.1% after the casino operator topped sales forecasts, driven by its strong performance … Read more
Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios have announced that Forza Horizon 5 will be coming to PlayStation 5 this spring. The game, which was previously exclusive to Xbox and PC, will now also support cross-play on PS5, allowing players to join forces with those on Xbox Series X|S and PC. Developed by Panic Button, the … Read more
North Korean soldiers have been deployed to fight alongside Russian forces in Ukraine since November, with up to 4,000 troops killed or injured in the intense battles. The brutal tactics employed by these soldiers include detonating grenades under their chins to avoid capture and using fellow soldiers as bait to lure out attack drones. To … Read more
The Trump administration is making significant changes to foreign policy, including proposing the acquisition of Greenland and Canada as a US state. These plans have been met with skepticism by the leaders of Denmark, Greenland, and Canada. The European Space Agency (ESA) is also taking note, with its director general Josef Aschbacher stating that the … Read more
Marvel’s Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man has received mixed reviews ahead of its release, but after watching the first two episodes, it’s clear that this series is worth checking out. The show’s unique animation style, which blends comic book flair with 3D visuals, may initially be off-putting, but it actually becomes endearing over time. The action … Read more