Tech Giants Face AI Hurdles as Earnings Season Continues

Tech giants Amazon, Google, and others are facing challenges in meeting growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) services. The outlook has been disappointing, with shares dropping after earnings reports. Amazon warned that it may face difficulties in meeting the increasing demand for its cloud computing sector, citing capacity limitations. The concerns echo those of rival … Read more

Kendrick Lamar Teases Super Bowl Halftime Show with Storytelling Focus

Kendrick Lamar previewed his upcoming Super Bowl halftime performance three days before the big event, saying that audiences can expect “storytelling” to immerse themselves in his music. The 37-year-old rapper, who recently took home five Grammys, including record of the year and song of the year, will perform at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on … Read more

Flu Season Surges in US, Experts Warn of ‘Worst’ Outbreak in Years

A severe flu season is sweeping the US, with doctors reporting record numbers of patients being hospitalized for influenza. In New Jersey, the state’s influenza activity has reached its highest level since the CDC designation. According to Dr. Martin Topiel, an infection prevention officer at Virtua Health, emergency rooms are flooded with cases, and many … Read more

Becton Dickinson to Sell Life Sciences Unit at $30 Billion

Becton Dickinson, a US medical device maker, is considering separating its life sciences unit valued at approximately $30 billion. The decision comes after activist investor Starboard Value took a stake in the company and pushed for the sale of its life sciences business. The life sciences unit generates significant revenue, accounting for over a quarter … Read more

Halsey Defends Chappell Roan Against ‘Misguided’ Grammy Criticism

Music industry insider Halsey has come to the defense of Best New Artist winner Chappell Roan after a scathing op-ed in The Hollywood Reporter criticized her Grammy acceptance speech. Roan’s speech, which called for labels to offer livable wages and healthcare to young artists, was denounced as “misguided” by music journalist Jeff Rabhan. Halsey took … Read more

Meryl Streep’s Daughter Mamie Files for Divorce After 6 Years

Actress Mamie Gummer, daughter of Meryl Streep, has filed for divorce after six years of marriage to writer Mehar Sethi. The divorce petition lists “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for the split and seeks joint custody of their two children, aged five and three. This is not Mamie’s first divorce; she previously divorced actor Benjamin … Read more

New Version of NASA Buyout Form Distributed

A new version of the NASA buyout / deferred resignation form has been distributed to personnel, dated February 4, 2025. The update includes changes that warrant attention from staff, particularly item 14. Details on this revised form are available below. NASA personnel should review this updated document carefully to understand the implications of these changes. … Read more

Apple to Unveil Overhauled iPhone SE Model Soon

Apple is set to release an updated version of its budget-friendly iPhone SE model in the coming days, with a modernized design aimed at attracting more customers and increasing sales. The revamped device is expected to be revealed on the company’s website next week, before going on sale later this month. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-06/apple-s-long-awaited-overhaul-of-budget-iphone-nears-release

Supreme Court Halts CTA Reporting Requirements Nationwide

The US Department of Justice has filed an appeal with the Supreme Court in Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. v. Garland, after a lower court ruling blocked the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act’s (CTA) reporting requirements nationwide. A new motion suggests that FinCEN would consider adding a 30-day grace period for compliance. The case … Read more

Kendrick Lamar to Bring Hip-Hop to the Super Bowl Halftime Show

Kendrick Lamar will headline the Super Bowl halftime show this Sunday, bringing his passion for storytelling and hip-hop to a national audience. The 37-year-old rapper aims to infuse his Los Angeles style into New Orleans while staying true to his artistic roots. Lamar’s performance comes fresh off a Grammy triumph, where he claimed two of … Read more