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Shake Shack’s shares jumped 9% on Thursday morning after the company reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings. Revenue came in at $328.7 million, a 15% year-over-year increase that matched analyst estimates. Adjusted earnings per share rose to $0.26, beating projections by two cents. The fast-casual burger chain’s systemwide sales were slightly lower than expected at $500.7 million, … Read more
In the midst of a tumultuous time for biomedical graduate students, institutions across the country are grappling with the impact of the Trump administration’s order to cut NIH research funding. This has led to a surge in admissions rejections and pauses in official admissions processes. According to Jennifer Unger, a professor at USC’s doctoral program … Read more
Farmers are sounding the alarm as the bird flu outbreak in the US continues to worsen, with egg prices soaring by over 15% from a year ago. The latest data shows nearly 1,000 confirmed cases across 17 states, along with 68 human infections. A new avian flu variant, D1.1, has been detected in dairy cows … Read more
For decades, scientists have been searching for materials that can carry electricity without losing energy, sparking hopes of “magic” technology. Research has now made a breakthrough in this field, discovering new materials that can perform superconductivity at lower temperatures and pressures. A team of experts from the Stanford Institute for Materials and Energy Sciences (SIMES) … Read more
Patricio Pitbull is on the verge of becoming one of the greatest fighters in Bellator MMA history, having won titles in both featherweight and lightweight divisions during his 14-year tenure. The Brazilian superstar will make his highly anticipated debut in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) against Yair Rodriguez at UFC 314. Pitbull’s path to the … Read more
US businesses are shifting their diversity efforts away from programs centered around identity and towards those focused on business outcomes as President Donald Trump has criticized DEI policies. This move is sparking debate among readers, with some arguing that DEI is essential for equal opportunity and others criticizing its flaws. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/02/21/trump-business-dei-policy-rebrand-representation-goals
Narcissistic personality disorder is often associated with grandiose individuals who crave constant admiration and attention. However, a new study has found that these individuals are more likely to experience exclusion and ostracism due to their behavior. According to Dr. Ramani Durvasula, a licensed clinical psychologist, narcissists rely on charm and manipulation to thrive. This can … Read more
Germany is preparing for a national election on February 23, where the outcome could lead to tricky coalition building that may drag on for months. A recent poll shows the conservative CDU/CSU bloc led by Friedrich Merz consistently in first place, with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) gaining ground. The latest Forsa survey also … Read more
SpaceX successfully confirmed the landing of its Falcon 9 rocket booster on a droneship after launching its latest batch of 23 Starlink V2 Mini satellites into low Earth orbit. The Starlink 12-14 mission marked the 450th launch of a Falcon rocket, accounting for 439 Falcon 9 and 11 Falcon Heavy flights. The launch, which occurred … Read more