A growing number of pieces of space junk are orbiting Earth, threatening aviation safety. Scientists predict over 30,000 pieces of debris are in orbit, including some large enough to hit planes with little warning. On average, a piece of space junk falls back down to Earth once every day. As private space travel increases, so … Read more
Apple’s fight to defend its multi-billion dollar search engine deal with Google is taking a hit as the court denies the company’s request for an emergency stay. Last week, the judge overseeing the case rejected Apple’s motion, paving the way for the proceedings to move forward. In November, Apple asked the court to allow it … Read more
Researchers have uncovered a crucial clue about the emergence of life on Earth by investigating the impact of high-energy ultraviolet light on early DNA. A team led by biophysicist Christof Mast simulated how different components of the genetic code developed over time, considering various factors such as amino acid availability and meteorite hits. To navigate … Read more
Global markets took a breather on Monday, as investors began to reassess the impact of US-China trade tensions. The one-month delay in tariffs on Canada and Mexico sent a signal that negotiations could be fruitful for China as well. Canada’s Justin Trudeau and Mexico’s Claudia Sheinbaum made calls with President Donald Trump to bolster border … Read more
A 17-year-old girl has died after being bitten by a shark while swimming at Woorim Beach on Bribie Island, off Australia’s east coast. Emergency services responded to the scene around 5 p.m. local time on Monday following reports of a serious shark bite incident. The victim sustained life-threatening injuries and passed away. Eyewitness Christopher Potter … Read more
Target has been sued over allegedly concealing the risks associated with its diversity and social initiatives, leading to a backlash that negatively impacted its stock price. The proposed class action lawsuit, filed in Florida federal court, claims that the retailer’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives have led to consumer boycotts and undermined investor funds. … Read more
Microsoft has announced that it will no longer support its built-in VPN feature in Microsoft Defender, starting February 28. This move affects approximately 400 million users who rely on the service. The removal of this feature is due to Microsoft’s evaluation of its “usage and effectiveness,” with the company stating it will invest in new … Read more
Self-help books have become a multibillion-dollar industry worth over $13 billion per year, but do they actually deliver lasting change? Research suggests that most self-help books lack evidence-based strategies, making it unlikely for readers to achieve sustainable transformation. Major life changes often arise from spontaneous realizations rather than structured efforts. Mental wandering can foster deep … Read more
Tesla’s fourth-quarter earnings report is expected to reveal how Elon Musk’s involvement in politics affects the company’s growth. The billionaire’s high-profile advisory role in Washington, D.C., and endorsement of far-right candidates have raised concerns among investors about his focus on the company. Investors have sent over 100 queries asking about Musk’s time allocation between Tesla … Read more
Author Neil Gaiman is facing a federal lawsuit filed by Scarlett Pavlovich over human-trafficking charges and multiple accusations of sexual abuse. Pavlovich, who previously alleged non-consensual sexual activity against Gaiman, has now filed the lawsuit under the Trafficking Victims Protection Act. The allegations were denied by Gaiman in the past. Source: https://www.vulture.com/article/neil-gaiman-human-trafficking-amanda-palmer-lawsuit.html