Thousands of protesters gathered outside the White House to condemn Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit and US President Donald Trump’s call for forced displacement in Gaza. Demonstrators chanted “Free Palestine” and denounced Israeli atrocities, with many calling on Trump to stop supplying weapons to Israel. Trump called for ethnically cleansing Gaza, stating that Palestinians … Read more
Astronomers have discovered a rare galaxy, dubbed the “Bullseye,” featuring nine star-filled rings after an interloper galaxy shot through its center. The discovery was made using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope and data from the W.M. Keck Observatory in Hawaii. The Bullseye galaxy is approximately 250,000 light-years across, almost twice as large as our Milky Way … Read more
The San Francisco 49ers’ disastrous trade for Trey Lance in 2021 has left them with limited draft pick capital, making it unlikely they can make a blockbuster deal for Myles Garrett. Head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch plan to stick to their long-term vision, prioritizing sustained success over short-term gains. The Browns … Read more
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is navigating a delicate balance as he seeks strong ties with both the European Union and US President Donald Trump. On Monday, Starmer became the first British prime minister to attend an EU leaders’ meeting since the UK left the bloc in 2016. Starmer’s goal is to rebuild relations with … Read more
Incorporating walnuts into your diet may be the key to fighting anti-aging. A new study published in the Journal of Aging Research found that consuming at least two servings of walnuts per week can increase the odds of being classified as a “healthy ager” by 20%. Healthy agers are defined as individuals with sound mental … Read more
The Weeknd made a dramatic return to the Grammy stage after a years-long boycott, leaving many surprised that it remained secret until his appearance. According to executive producer Ben Winston, the show’s organizers reached out to the Weeknd’s camp and discovered his feelings about the Academy had softened. Winston credits Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason, … Read more
Blake Lively has faced backlash on social media for promoting her new film “Another Simple Favor” after being sued by co-star Justin Baldoni over alleged sexual harassment and emotional distress. The 37-year-old actress tagged in a Prime Video Instagram post was met with criticism from fans, who expressed disappointment and support for Lively’s accuser. Lively … Read more
Tech moguls have misinterpreted the economics of Artificial Intelligence (AI), echoing a warning from 19th-century economist William Stanley Jevons. In his 1865 book, Jevons cautioned that finite resources like coal would lead to increased costs and reduced competitiveness if not managed efficiently. He foresaw a scenario where clever use of limited resources would only accelerate … Read more
According to new research, people’s mental health and wellbeing can fluctuate throughout the day. A study analyzing data from 49,218 people found that those generally report better mental health and well-being in the morning, with fewer depressive symptoms and increased happiness. However, researchers caution that correlation does not necessarily mean causation, and more work is … Read more
The United States is experiencing its mildest COVID-19 winter yet, according to wastewater data aggregated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The recent wave has seen less COVID circulating over the holidays and lower virus levels in wastewater compared to previous years. Hospitalization rates have remained relatively low, with around 600 people … Read more