Day: February 5, 2025

The Times of Israel, a prominent online news website in Israel, has experienced technical difficulties. Users are currently unable to access the site due to issues with javascript and cookie functionality. The issue is being addressed by the website administrators, and visitors can expect the site to be back up and running shortly. Source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/countering-trump-saudi-arabia-says-no-israel-normalization-without-palestinian-state

Walmart is eliminating hundreds of jobs and closing one of its North Carolina offices as it continues to pull workers back to its main hubs in California and Arkansas. The company plans to open new office space in these locations, expand its offices in the New York metro area, and relocate some employees to its … Read more

Saudi Arabia has reaffirmed its support for an independent Palestinian state, contradicting President Trump’s recent statement on the matter. In a statement released early Wednesday, the Foreign Ministry said that Saudi Arabia’s commitment to a Palestinian state is “firm and unwavering.” This stance puts it at odds with President Trump, who suggested that Saudi Arabia … Read more

A study published online Jan. 27 in JAMA Network Open has found that distant-stage prostate cancer cases increased by 6.7% annually from 2011 to 2021, while mortality rates plateaued from 2004 to 2021 in California. Researchers analyzed data from the California Cancer Registry and National Cancer Institute Surveillance program, identifying 387,636 prostate cancer cases and … Read more

New research reveals alarming trends in cannabis use linked to schizophrenia, with nearly tripled cases of patients aged 14-65 visiting healthcare providers due to cannabis-related disorders. Experts warn of increasing numbers of people receiving hospital care for cannabis use disorder. In a separate breakthrough, scientists have discovered that sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitors can protect the heart … Read more

Chipotle executives said consumers are willing to pay higher prices at the chain’s fast-casual restaurants if they receive generous portions, high-quality ingredients, and value for their money. The company reported a 30.4% increase in food, beverage, and packaging costs as a result of this focus. In the fourth quarter, Chipotle saw a 5.4% increase in … Read more

Tiger Woods’ mother, Kultida, a pillar of support throughout his golf career, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 80. Describing her as “my biggest fan” and “the enforcer,” Woods said in a statement that she was a force to be reckoned with, whose spirit was simply undeniable. Kultida, born in Thailand, moved to … Read more

The US Treasury Department has denied any intention of halting or rejecting federal payments, committing to safeguarding the nation’s payment system amid widespread criticism. The department sent a letter to Congress stating it would conduct an assessment to “maximize payment integrity” for agencies and the public. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has yet to comment on … Read more

At least 10 people were killed and many more injured in a mass shooting at a school in Örebro, Sweden on Tuesday. The suspected gunman was also shot dead by police. The shooting occurred at Campus Risbergska, a school for adult education, and is being described as the worst mass shooting in Swedish history. Police … Read more

Convicted serial killer Lucy Letby is facing a new challenge in her case after a panel of medical experts expressed doubts about her guilt. The 35-year-old former nurse was found guilty by a jury and given 15 whole life sentences for the murder of seven babies. However, 14 senior clinicians from around the world have … Read more