Aerospace industry leader Honeywell Aerospace is set to become a publicly traded company based in Phoenix after being spun off from Honeywell International. The tax-free spinoff will result in three separate, publicly listed companies, each focused on distinct industries. Honeywell Aerospace specializes in technology for commercial and defense aircraft, with $15 billion in revenue in … Read more
A US District Judge has sentenced Ippei Mizuhara, a former interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani, to nearly five years in prison for stealing around $17 million from Ohtani to repay gambling debts. Mizuhara, 40, was ordered to pay $1.1 million to the IRS and almost fully repay Ohtani. Mizuhara pleaded guilty to … Read more
Nintendo has filed a patent for its new Switch 2 Joy-Cons, which would allow the controllers to be slid across a flat surface like a computer mouse. The International Patent Office published the document on Thursday, revealing details of how it works. The patented design includes a built-in light source and sensor inside the controller … Read more
NASA is hosting a live Twitch event from the International Space Station for the first time, offering new audiences a unique opportunity to connect with astronauts. The event will take place on February 12 at 11:45 a.m. EST and can be streamed on NASA’s official Twitch channel. The event features discussions with NASA astronauts Don … Read more
Flu deaths among teenagers are on the rise, with three recent cases reported in San Diego County. Dr. Ankita Kadakia, Interim Public Health Officer, emphasizes that getting vaccinated is crucial to avoid serious illness and death. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends annual flu shots for everyone 6 months and older due … Read more
NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover has discovered a rock sample, dubbed “Silver Mountain,” which boasts textures unlike any seen before. The 26th sample collected by the rover is of immense scientific interest as it may provide a rare window into Mars’ deep past. Rocks in this area are believed to have been thrust up from deep … Read more
Fear is a natural response that serves as a survival tool, but in some cases, it can be misdirected. Researchers studying mice have made a groundbreaking discovery that may lead to new treatments for mental health disorders such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and phobias. The study found that mice overcame their instinctive fear … Read more
Morgan Stanley-led banks have sold $5.5 billion of debt linked to Elon Musk’s social media platform X, exceeding initial plans. The increased demand came after Musk’s White House ties sparked interest in the bonds. The sale fully offloaded the banks’ exposure to senior term loan, marking a significant milestone in their efforts to free up … Read more
Tesla’s market share has declined, with 2024 deliveries dropping double digits from 2023. Recent data validates a previous warning that Elon Musk’s actions on Twitter have alienated Tesla’s customer base. The company’s dominance in the electric vehicle market continues to falter, with registrations falling 7.8 percent in Q4 2024. Critics argue that competition and production … Read more
Amazon is revamping its digital assistant, Alexa, by leveraging generative AI to boost features and profitability. The new version will allow for multiple prompts, remembering user preferences, and acting as an agent without constant human intervention. Amazon has invested $8 billion in Anthropic, makers of Claude AI, to achieve this upgrade. The new service is … Read more