A new animal-borne virus, Camp Hill henipavirus, has been found in Alabama and can be carried by shrews along the Atlantic seaboard and in other regions of North America. Researchers from the University of Queensland identified the strain after finding four infected northern short-tailed shrews near Auburn, Alabama, in 2021. The virus is part of … Read more
Stocks rose as the busiest day of the earnings season began, with a decline in Treasury yields boosting risk sentiment. The Stoxx Europe 600 climbed to a record high, while futures on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 edged higher. A sense of calm returned to global markets after the recent volatility sparked by trade … Read more
Walt Disney Co. has reported its first-quarter earnings that surpass analyst estimates, driven by the success of blockbuster film “Moana 2” and increased income from its streaming services. Revenue for the period ended December 28 rose 5% to $24.7 billion, marking the third consecutive quarter of streaming profitability. Excluding certain items, Disney’s earnings per share … Read more
Grammy Awards executive producer Raj Kapoor addressed the controversy surrounding Kanye West and Bianca Censori’s red carpet appearance at Sunday’s event. The 30-year-old model made headlines after undressing on the carpet, revealing her nearly naked body under an illusion stocking dress. Kapoor stated that the dress code listed for the show’s guests is “artistic black-tie,” … Read more
Grammy-winning singer Beyoncé has been defended by EGOT winner and comedian Whoopi Goldberg after conservative pundit Raymond Arroyo criticized her recent wins at the 2025 Grammys. Arroyo claimed that Beyoncé’s wins were a “ridiculous outcome” due to her being nominated in multiple genres, including country. Goldberg took issue with Arroyo’s comments on The View, saying … Read more
Banks have reduced the amount of debt offered by SpaceX CEO Elon Musk’s venture, X, sold to investors. According to a source, $5.5 billion worth of debt was sold down. This marks a significant decrease in the initial offer. The development comes as part of the ongoing efforts to raise capital for Musk’s ambitious space … Read more
A community in Southern California’s Palos Verdes Peninsula is shifting downslope towards the Pacific Ocean at an alarming rate, according to NASA. The area has been experiencing a slow-moving landslide, averaging about 4 inches per week between September and October last year. This movement was triggered by record-breaking rainfall in 2023 and early 2024. The … Read more
NASA will broadcast a live stream from the International Space Station on February 12, marking the first time the agency has created an event specifically for Twitch. The live event, starting at 11:45 am ET, will feature NASA astronaut Don Pettit and Matt Dominick, who recently returned to Earth after the Crew-8 mission. Viewers will … Read more
Alphabet has dropped its promise not to use artificial intelligence for purposes such as developing weapons and surveillance tools. The US technology company updated its ethical guidelines, removing the reference to avoiding technologies that could cause harm. The new guidelines prioritize national security and suggest that democracies should lead in AI development, guided by freedom, … Read more
Nikon Corporation has released the COOLPIX P1100, a compact digital camera that boasts an impressive 125x optical super-telephoto zoom and advanced features for capturing stunning images of distant subjects. The COOLPIX P1100 offers superior operability and flexibility, making it ideal for photographers who want to explore the world of super-telephoto shooting. The camera’s 125x optical … Read more