A viral video depicting celebrities protesting Kanye West’s (now known as Ye) antisemitic comments has sparked criticism from Scarlett Johansson, who called for regulatory legislation on AI. The AI-generated video features over a dozen celebrities wearing a T-shirt with a middle finger and Star of David, referencing Ye. The black-and-white footage is set to an … Read more
Scientists have discovered a 149-million-year-old bird fossil in southeastern China that could rewrite the evolutionary history of birds. The fossil, named Baminornis zhenghensis, is dated to the Jurassic Period and features several characteristics of modern birds, including shoulder and pelvic girdles as well as a short tail. The discovery challenges the long-held idea that Archaeopteryx … Read more
Idina Menzel stars in the new musical “Redwood,” a heartwarming story of grief, healing, and wonder set against the backdrop of Northern California’s majestic redwood forests. The production, which follows its run at La Jolla Playhouse last spring, brings together Menzel’s captivating performance with a talented ensemble cast. Menzel plays Jesse, a troubled character who … Read more
The US men’s hockey team experienced a taste of their upcoming World Cup match against Canada during their game against Finland on Thursday. Canadian fans booed US captain Auston Matthews and cheered for the Finns, chanting “Finland! Finland!” throughout the match. Despite starting slowly, the Americans eventually found their rhythm, tying the score 1-1 with … Read more
JPMorgan Chase, the largest US bank, has announced record annual profits despite a surge in staff petitions calling for softer work-from-office policies. In January, CEO Jamie Dimon dismissed the petitions, stating that employees have a choice to work from home if they prefer. Dimon’s stance on remote work comes after the bank’s workforce of 317,233 … Read more
US stocks experienced a surge overnight as Dow Jones futures climbed higher alongside S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures. This was largely due to the release of earnings reports from prominent companies such as Coinbase, Twilio, and Roku. Notably, Roku’s fourth-quarter results exceeded expectations, signaling a shift towards profitability. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump signed an executive … Read more
Nvidia has announced two new graphics cards, the RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5070, which are set to launch soon. The more powerful of the two, the RTX 5070 Ti, will be available for purchase starting February 20th at a price of $749. In contrast, the more affordable RTX 5070 will hit stores on March … Read more
Biological aging has long been a complex topic, with scientists using “epigenetic clocks” to measure it. However, the mechanisms behind these clocks are not fully understood. A new study has uncovered a clue that sheds light on this topic. Research suggests that epigenetic changes, which do not directly alter DNA’s underlying code, play a significant … Read more
FromSoftware’s director Junya Ishizaki has confirmed that players can indeed play Elden Ring: Nightreign solo, despite its multiplayer focus. In a recent interview with GameSpot, Ishizaki stated that while the game is designed as a multiplayer experience, it also allows for solo play and flexibility. When asked if FromSoftware was worried about taking away from … Read more
Google has released the second beta version of its upcoming Android 16 operating system for Pixel devices. This update brings features like hybrid auto exposure with precise color temperature and tint adjustments, as well as improved camera capabilities. The new beta is available on Pixel 6 to Pixel 9 series, foldables, and the Pixel Tablet. … Read more