Arizona is known as the “Copper State” due to its rich mining history. However, with President Trump’s plan to end penny production, local coin shops are preparing for a change. The cost of making a penny exceeds its value, leading some business owners to see discontinuing production as a financially savvy decision. “We’ll need people … Read more
Elon Musk sparked shock and outrage after retweeting an offending comment about Tom Hanks over his Saturday Night Live sketch. The 68-year-old actor played Donald Trump supporter Doug in a skit that featured him wearing a “MAGA” baseball cap and refusing to shake hands with Kenan Thompson’s character. The original sketch aired in 2016 on … Read more
Brazil’s judiciary and institutions have been hailed as strong defenders of democracy, after former President Jair Bolsonaro was formally accused of plotting a coup to cling to power in the 2022 election. The country’s attorney general has accused Bolsonaro of engineering a sprawling conspiracy involving social media disinformation, street chaos, and even violence against public … Read more
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey has selected “Dream State” by Eric Puchner as her March 2025 book club choice, calling it an “exquisite examination of the most important relationships we have in our lives.” The novel follows a bride-to-be, her fiancé, and his best friend over 50 years, exploring love’s various forms and gradations. Published just … Read more
SolarEdge has posted a significant loss for the fourth quarter, but its stock price is surging due to better-than-expected revenue. The company reported a loss of $287 million despite beating analyst expectations for revenue, which fell 17% from the year-ago quarter. SolarEdge’s adjusted loss per share was $3.52, exceeding the predicted loss of $1.65. However, … Read more
Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, has reignited speculation about the US government’s gold reserves at Fort Knox, fueling decades-old conspiracy theories. The billionaire entrepreneur shared several social media posts questioning the existence and value of the reserve, calling for a “live video walkthrough” of the facility. US President Donald Trump also weighed in on … Read more
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has granted a conditional license to a vaccine designed to protect chickens from bird flu, in an effort to contain the outbreak that is driving up egg prices. The vaccine was developed by Zoetis and received approval last week after meeting safety and efficacy standards. The move comes amid … Read more
Jim Free, the associate administrator of NASA, has announced his retirement, effective February 22. As a senior advisor to Acting Administrator Janet Petro, he led the agency’s center directors and mission directorate associates at Headquarters in Washington. Free is also the chief operating officer for over 18,000 employees and oversees an annual budget of more … Read more
Brentford’s injury woes continue to mount ahead of their match against Leicester City. The Bees will be without several key players, including Sepp van den Berg who suffered a minor knee injury. Coach Thomas Frank expressed optimism about the recovery timeline, stating that it could take weeks rather than months. In addition to Van den … Read more
Colon cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the US. However, with regular screening and early detection, it can be prevented or treated successfully. Research suggests that incorporating yogurt into your diet may help lower your risk. Yogurt contains beneficial bacteria such as Bifidobacterium, which can improve gut health. This, in turn, … Read more