SpaceX’s recent Starship flight explosion released a significant amount of air pollution into the upper layers of Earth’s atmosphere, with estimates suggesting up to 45.5 metric tons of metal oxides and 40 metric tons of nitrogen oxides were produced during the event. The rapid unscheduled disassembly of the rocket, which rained scorching fragments of metal … Read more
The probability of asteroid 2024 YR4 colliding with Earth has increased, according to the European Space Agency (ESA). The estimated risk now stands at 1.8%, with NASA’s calculations slightly higher at 1.9%. Despite this, there remains a high likelihood that the asteroid will pass by without posing any threat. The ESA has announced daily updates … Read more
Surf-inspired clothing brands Quiksilver, Billabong, and Volcom are permanently closing all their US stores as their operator Liberated Brands files for bankruptcy. Over 100 locations will shut down in the coming weeks due to financial struggles attributed to fast-fashion rivals and economic factors. Liberated Brands’ CEO Todd Hymel blames a “dramatic rise in interest rates, … Read more
A new study published in Science Advances suggests that the near-Earth asteroid Bennu poses a significant threat to global climate stability. With a 1 in 2,700 chance of impacting Earth in September 2182, astronomers estimate that Bennu could cause substantial damage if it were to collide with our planet. Bennu is estimated to be around … Read more
North Carolina’s Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is sounding the alarm due to an increase in flu activity and flu-related deaths. According to the weekly Respiratory Virus Summary Dashboard, there have been 117 flu-related deaths this season, with 51 new deaths reported over the past few weeks. The dashboard also shows that COVID-19 … Read more
The tech industry is gearing up for a massive investment in artificial intelligence, with companies planning to spend over $300 billion on AI development and research by 2025. This significant commitment aims to enhance the capabilities of AI systems and drive innovation across various sectors. In other news, The Financial Times is offering a digital … Read more
The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston has issued a report that Trump’s trade tariffs could raise inflation by 0.8 percentage points, according to the central bank’s preferred price pressure gauge. The proposed 25% tariff on Mexico and Canada, combined with a 10% tariff on China, would push up underlying price pressures. The report comes as … Read more
Doximity reported its third-quarter fiscal 2025 results, beating analysts’ expectations for revenue and guidance. The company’s revenue increased by 25% to $168.6 million, surpassing estimates of $152.8 million. For the full fiscal year, Doximity raised its revenue guidance from $535 million to $540 million to between $564.6 million and $565.6 million. This represents a significant … Read more
Beyoncé won the Album of the Year award at the Grammys this year for her project Cowboy Carter. Her win sparked debate online about which album deserved it most, with some comparing her songwriting credits to those of other nominated artists. A viral tweet pointed out that Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter has 72 songwriting credits, while … Read more
US health officials have issued a travel alert to Americans visiting Uganda due to an ongoing Ebola outbreak. Despite not advising a complete ban on travel, they urge enhanced precautions such as avoiding people with symptoms and skipping healthcare visits unless medically necessary. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has sent experts to … Read more