Vishvaa Rajakumar, a 20-year-old Indian college student, has won the Memory League World Championship by memorizing 80 random numbers in just 13.5 seconds. To achieve this feat, he uses an ancient Roman technique called the “method of loci” or “memory palace.” This method involves visualizing a large house and assigning memories to rooms, which helps … Read more
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has rejected combative comments by US Vice President JD Vance on European policy, escalating tensions between the two nations. At a Munich conference, Vance accused European leaders of ignoring voters’ concerns about migration’s impact. In response, Scholz drew parallels with Nazi-era rhetoric, highlighting the growing rift between Germany and one of … Read more
Chinese animation film Ne Zha 2 is on track to break all records as it surpasses Disney’s highest-grossing animated films. The film, which has been released in China for its 17th day, now holds the top spot with over $1.43 billion in Chinese box office gross. If projections hold true, it will reach a staggering … Read more
China has a new box office champion, with the animated film “Ne Zha 2” surpassing the previous record holder “The Battle at Lake Changjin.” The film’s success is attributed to its rapid rise in popularity and societal trends such as the growing interest in traditional Chinese culture. However, another online community with an equal claim … Read more
The operator of Truth Social, Trump Media & Technology Group, reported a significant net loss of $400.9 million for the full year 2024. The company’s shares fell about 1% in extended trading on Friday. Trump Media’s annual report showed a loss of $2.36 per share and revenue of just $3.6 million, which declined by 12% … Read more
A drone armed with a warhead struck the outer shell of Ukraine’s Chernobyl nuclear plant on Friday, causing a fire and breaching the structure. However, radiation levels at the site remain normal according to the U.N. International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The IAEA stated that the strike did not breach the plant’s inner containment shell. … Read more
US Steel shares fell 1.9% after President Trump stated that his tariffs are saving the company, despite distancing himself from a potential investment deal with Nippon Steel Corp. Despite this, the stock closed up 0.7% on February 13 at $38.82. Source: https://www.autonews.com/manufacturing/suppliers/an-us-steel-trump-no-sale
Android 16 Beta 2 is now rolling out to select Pixel devices, bringing several new features to users. The update includes a new camera mode, Google Wallet tricks, and more. Some notable features in the latest beta include a hybrid auto-exposure mode for photographers, support for Ultra HDR images, and precise temperature and tint control … Read more
Scientists have discovered that some turtles use Earth’s magnetic field to create a personal map of their favorite spots. This new finding is significant because it shows that these animals can not only navigate using the magnetic field, but also plot a mental map featuring important locations such as nesting and feeding sites. Researchers led … Read more
Igloo brand rolling coolers have been recalled in North America due to reports of injuries, including fingertip amputations and lacerations. The recall affects over 1.06 million units sold between January 2019 and 2025. The issue lies with the tow handle, which can pinch people’s fingertips against the cooler, causing crushing hazards. Customers who have experienced … Read more