Overreliance on Generative AI Threatens Critical Thinking Skills

Researchers at Microsoft and Carnegie Mellon University warn of the risks of relying too heavily on generative AI in the workplace, citing a study that found over 36% of participants used critical thinking skills to mitigate potential negative outcomes. The study, which involved 319 people who reported using generative AI at least once a week, … Read more

Apple Pushes Out-of-Band Security Patch to Fix iOS Flaw

Apple has released a security update to address a flaw in its iOS and iPadOS operating systems that it says has been exploited in the wild. The vulnerability, assigned CVE-2025-24200, allows a malicious actor to disable USB Restricted Mode on a locked device as part of a cyber physical attack. The issue requires physical access … Read more

Ne Zha’s Rebirth: Fate of the Legendary Heroes

In a world where gods and mortals coexist, legendary heroes Ne Zha and Ao Bing find themselves reborn as spirits after a near-death experience. With their divine powers still intact, they face numerous obstacles while Taiyi plans to rebuild their mortal bodies using the powerful Seven-colored Precious Lotus. Directed by Yu Yang, this fantasy drama … Read more

Walmart US Sales Trends and E-commerce Growth Analysis

A new report from ResearchAndMarkets.com analyzes Walmart’s US sales trends and e-commerce performance from fiscal years 2019 to 2024. The report also provides estimates of Walmart’s US grocery market share from 2020 to 2025. Walmart has seen significant growth in its e-commerce sales, with online grocery shopping becoming increasingly popular among consumers. The company’s “Dark … Read more

Gold Hits Record Amid Global Trade War Fears

Gold prices surged to a record high of $2,942 an ounce before steadying, amid concerns over a potential global trade war. The precious metal’s value rose sharply following US President Donald Trump’s imposition of tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. Despite the initial surge, gold prices eventually pared back as trading hours ended in Asia. … Read more

DeVonta Smith Joins Elite Alabama Alumni Club

NFL receiver DeVonta Smith has become the fifth player from Alabama to score in a Super Bowl, joining an exclusive club of accomplished athletes who won major awards. The group includes Heisman winners Reggie Bush, Marcus Allen, Tony Dorsett, and Charles Woodson. Currently, Bengals QB Joe Burrow, Ravens RB Derrick Henry, Browns QB Jameis Winston, … Read more

Mysterious Explosion from Black Hole Stuns Scientists

A strange explosion detected by NASA’s Einstein Probe spacecraft in April last year has left scientists baffled. The event, known as EP240408A, was initially thought to be a gamma-ray burst or the death of a massive star. However, its unusual characteristics couldn’t be explained by these theories. Researchers have proposed that EP240408A could be a … Read more

Israeli Hostages’ Abuse Raises Alarms Over Captives Still Held in Gaza

Freed Israeli hostages have described conditions of starvation, torture, and severe physical abuse while in captivity in Gaza. Relatives of the remaining captives are sounding the alarm over the urgent need for a continued cease-fire deal. Three recently released hostages – Eli Sharabi, 52; Or Levy, 34; and Ohad Ben-Ami, 56 – were paraded before … Read more