China’s marriage rates have reached a record low in 2024, sparking concerns about a declining birthrate. This trend is fueling anxiety among policymakers and experts. According to Reuters, this decline marks a significant deviation from previous years, where marriages were on the rise. The data suggests that fewer Chinese couples are tying the knot, leading … Read more
The Philadelphia Eagles dominated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in Sunday’s Super Bowl, denying them a third consecutive title and exacting brutal revenge for their loss to the team two years ago. Quarterback Jalen Hurts was a masterful conductor, making music with his legs and arm to score three total touchdowns and earning Super Bowl … Read more
The northern lights are expected to be visible in more than a dozen US states this weekend, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicting brighter-than-usual activity. According to NOAA, Sunday’s aurora borealis will have a Kp index of five, indicating increased movement away from the poles and resulting in heightened brightness. The northern … Read more
Janet Petro, a seasoned leader with a passion for space exploration, has been appointed as the first woman to lead NASA. Her appointment marks a significant milestone in the agency’s history and is expected to drive innovation at NASA. Petro’s journey began when she was exposed to space exploration during her childhood, growing up near … Read more
Dallas Mavericks fans are facing another crisis after star Anthony Davis suffered a serious injury in his debut game. The 31-year-old big man, acquired from the Lakers in a trade for Luka Doncic, is expected to sit out multiple weeks with a left adductor strain. Davis’s impressive performance in his first game, scoring 26 points … Read more
A couple from the UK who were enjoying life in Vietnam died after consuming limoncello that contained toxic methanol. Greta Marie Otteson and her South African partner, Els Arno Quinton, were found dead on Boxing Day at their hotel. The pair had gone out for dinner on Christmas Eve and received two bottles of homemade … Read more
A recent survey by Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC found that heat pump ownership has increased among U.S. homeowners since 2023, with 90% of respondents who own a heat pump recommending it to others. The METUS Heat Pumps & Homeowners Index reveals the top benefits of owning a heat pump system: greater energy efficiency … Read more
BP Plc shares surged the most since 2020 after activist investor Elliott Investment Management, led by Paul Singer, acquired a significant stake in the British energy giant. The fund’s efforts have previously led to strategy shifts, CEO departures, and even corporate breakups at other big public companies. Elliott is seeking to boost shareholder value by … Read more
A movement is crowdfunding a set of social media apps built around Pixelfed, an increasingly popular alternative to Instagram. The campaign promises “no ads, no algorithms, no tracking” and has already raised twice its goal within six days. Pixelfed’s creator, Daniel Supernault, aims to expand the platform beyond Pixelfed, offering a portfolio of fediverse-based social … Read more
A groundbreaking study has delivered exciting findings, indicating a new cancer vaccine could soon become a reality. Researchers have developed an innovative jab that has the potential to eradicate stage three or four clear cell renal cell carcinoma. Human trials have shown promising results, with the vaccine successfully eliminating tumors in nine participants who were … Read more