Singer-activist Buffy Sainte-Marie has been stripped of her Order of Canada, the country’s most prestigious civilian honor. The decision was announced by Governor General Mary Simon on January 3, 2025, and comes after an investigation by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s “Fifth Estate” show. The show alleged that Sainte-Marie fabricated her Indigenous heritage, presenting a birth … Read more
Marc Lore, the serial entrepreneur behind Diapers.com and Jet.com, has become a billionaire by taking risks and diversifying his investments. His latest venture, Wonder, aims to disrupt the takeout and delivery market with a unique food hall concept. Wonder, which Lore founded in 2018, initially focused on purchasing recipes and branding from trendy restaurants and … Read more
A massive landslide in southwestern China’s Sichuan province has left over 30 people missing, prompting a high-level emergency operation. The incident occurred on Saturday when 10 houses were buried under the rubble. Rescuers, including firefighters, have been deployed to the area. State broadcaster CCTV reported that two people were pulled out from under the rubble, … Read more
Apple’s robotics researchers have unveiled a new lamp robot inspired by Pixar’s famous mascot, Luxo Jr. The robot is designed to learn and adapt to its environment, much like the character from the 1986 film “The Good Dinosaur.” According to Apple, the lamp robot is powered by artificial intelligence (AI) technology that enables it to … Read more
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo led his team to an 86-74 victory over Oregon in a thrilling come-from-behind win at the Breslin Center. The Spartans, trailing by 14 points at halftime, staged a remarkable comeback that saw them outscore Oregon 53-26 in the second half. Izzo, who is set to tie Indiana’s Bob Knight for … Read more
Kanye West has taken back his apology for past antisemitic statements, declaring himself a Nazi and professing love for Adolf Hitler in a recent social media rant. The rapper’s comments, which included vulgarity and hate speech, are in stark contrast to his 2023 apology, which was met with widespread criticism. In his 2023 apology, West … Read more
Pinterest Inc., the image-sharing company, reported fourth-quarter results that beat Wall Street’s estimates, sending its shares soaring 19.1%. The company’s global monthly active user base grew 11% year-over-year to 553 million users, exceeding analyst expectations. Revenues reached $1.15 billion, representing an 18% year-over-year growth rate, and topped analysts’ estimates of $1.14 billion. Pinterest also provided … Read more
Calvin Klein, Sergio Hudson, and other notable designers captivated the runway at New York Fashion Week 2025. The event marked a significant moment in the fashion world, with various styles and trends on display. Day two of the week-long event saw several high-profile designers showcasing their collections. Calvin Klein took center stage with its bold … Read more
NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket program is facing uncertainty after the primary contractor, Boeing, warned that contracts could end in March and layoffs may be necessary. The company issued 60-day notices to affected employees due to revisions to the Artemis program and cost expectations. Boeing’s vice president and SLS program manager, David Dutcher, called … Read more
The Walt Disney Company has quietly removed its “Reimagine Tomorrow” initiative, a diversity and inclusion program launched in 2021, from its recent corporate filings. The initiative aimed to showcase stories and talent from underrepresented communities and increase diversity among scripted characters and content creators. However, it faced backlash from conservative group America First Legal (AFL), … Read more