A groundbreaking geological study has revealed that the Neotethys oceanic plate is tearing apart horizontally beneath the Zagros Mountains, sparking unprecedented changes to the region’s landscape. For millions of years, the Arabian and Eurasian plates have been colliding, forcing the Neotethys plate downward. Researchers discovered sediment accumulation in the area is greater than expected, suggesting … Read more
California homeowners are increasingly relying on State Farm insurance, with over 1 in 5 residents having the company as their provider. However, this growth comes at a cost to State Farm’s financial health. According to climate and energy expert Michael Wara at Stanford University, State Farm is struggling financially due to its efforts to maintain … Read more
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy is reportedly ahead of schedule in his recovery from a knee injury that cost him his entire rookie season. A second procedure in November, which was a biologic injection to address swelling, did not pose any concerns and instead allowed McCarthy to clean up any remaining issues. McCarthy’s recovery has … Read more
PepsiCo is adapting its business strategy to respond to growing concerns about obesity and health, with a focus on healthier snack options. Despite being studied for potential negative impacts on weight loss, the beverage giant sees opportunities in reducing calorie-dense purchases. Researchers at Cornell’s SC Johnson College of Business found that households using weight-loss medications … Read more
Researchers have made a breakthrough in understanding the link between renal failure and Parkinson’s disease (PD) progression. A study published in Nature Neuroscience found that kidney dysfunction can cause the accumulation of alpha-synuclein, a protein associated with neurodegeneration, in the kidneys. This accumulation can lead to the spread of the protein to the brain, potentially … Read more
Climate scientist Prof James Hansen says the 2C target is “dead” due to significantly underestimated global heating. A new analysis by Hansen and colleagues concludes that recent cuts in sun-blocking shipping pollution have raised temperatures more than thought, and the sensitivity of the climate to increasing fossil fuel emissions are also greater than assumed. The … Read more
The average price of a dozen large, Grade A eggs has jumped 65 percent in 2024, with the US Department of Agriculture predicting prices will rise another 20 percent this year. The bird flu outbreak that started in 2022 is largely to blame for these high prices. According to livestock economist David Anderson at Texas … Read more
Sonos has finally released details on its long-awaited video streaming box, which promises to unify video streaming services under one interface. The device, codenamed Pinewood, is expected to cost between $200 and $400 and features Android-based hardware with universal search and integrated Sonos Voice control. Additionally, the box will serve as an HDMI switch with … Read more
EA has confirmed that the next Battlefield game is expected to launch during its fiscal year 2026, with a window of April 2025 and March 2026. The company revealed its financial results for the third quarter of its current fiscal year, ending in March 2025, which included an “expected fiscal year 2026 release” for the … Read more
Marvel Studios has released a teaser for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, starring Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic and Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, among others. The first official trailer shows the team reflecting on their past and sharing a heartfelt Sunday dinner together. In an interview, Marvel executive Kevin Feige hinted that … Read more