A nationwide shutdown of Joann Fabrics has sent shockwaves throughout the Minnesota creative community, with many artists and designers expressing devastation at the news. The Ohio-based retailer had operated 21 stores in Minnesota before filing for bankruptcy in January. Despite efforts to restructure, the company announced the closure of all 800 stores earlier this week. … Read more
A new study suggests that people living in coastal areas with high levels of microplastics may be at a greater risk of disabilities affecting memory, mobility, and self-care. Researchers analyzed data from 218 coastal counties in the US and found a significant association between high microplastic exposure and increased disability rates. Tiny plastic particles in … Read more
A tense situation unfolded at Chicago’s Midway Airport on Tuesday morning as pilots of a Southwest Airlines flight were forced to make an emergency climb due to another aircraft entering the runway from the opposite direction. The incident highlighted the importance of precise communication and situational awareness among air traffic controllers and pilots. Details of … Read more
Rumors surrounding the release of Half-Life 3 have been swirling for years, but recent data from Valve’s game updates suggests that the project might finally be nearing completion. Longtime gamer analyst Tyler McVicker analyzed the latest Dota 2 update and discovered several key changes to the Source engine code. One of these changes, in a … Read more
A congressional hearing on Wednesday saw bipartisan support for NASA’s $100 billion Artemis program, aimed at establishing a permanent human presence on the Moon as a stepping stone to Mars. The program has significant national security and economic importance. Huntsville-based Marshall Space Flight Center manages the Space Launch System rocket program and lunar landing aspects … Read more
As Russia marks its third anniversary of invading Ukraine, the international community is once again weighing in on the conflict. However, some voices are noticeably absent from the conversation. The current administration’s stance on Ukraine has sparked outrage among many Americans. Critics argue that by joining with Russia to vote against a UN resolution condemning … Read more
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to meet with President Donald Trump at the White House, seeking to address ongoing tensions over Ukraine and bilateral trade ties. The meeting comes as Trump has threatened tariffs on Europe, demanding that the continent rely less on US security. Starmer has announced a significant increase in the … Read more
Amazon has announced the latest advancement in its voice assistant technology, introducing Alexa+. This next-generation AI-powered virtual assistant is designed to make customers’ lives better and easier every day. With 600 million Alexa devices already out in the world, Alexa+ takes this technology to a new level. Alexa+ offers an unparalleled conversational experience, making it … Read more
The crypto market has experienced a significant decline, with valuations falling double digits across the board due to fears of a trade war and waning consumer confidence. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin have seen notable losses, with Bitcoin down 8.2%, Ethereum down 9.2%, and Dogecoin off 9.1%. The declines seem to be slowing, but it’s unclear … Read more
Lucid Group’s CEO Peter Rawlinson has unexpectedly resigned after leading the electric vehicle manufacturer for 12 years. Despite this, the company’s financial results exceeded expectations and predicted production growth in 2025. Rawlinson will remain as a consultant under a two-year deal worth $120,000 per month. Current COO Marc Winterhoff has taken over as interim CEO. … Read more