Bonobos have demonstrated an impressive ability to understand others’ mental states, showcasing a fundamental capacity for cooperation. This capacity, known as theory of mind, allows individuals to recognize that others may hold different perspectives or beliefs. Researchers have long debated whether non-human great apes possess this essential skill, with some studies suggesting it may be … Read more
The mayor of Jenin, Mohammad Jarrar, has described the Israeli assault on the refugee camp as similar to the war in Gaza, with 120 buildings destroyed and 15,000 people displaced. The destruction has left thousands of families without homes, amidst a shortage of food, water, and medication. Jarrar stated that the operation was “political” and … Read more
Researchers have made a breakthrough in understanding the connection between the gut and brain in Alzheimer’s disease. A team of scientists from the Institute of Nanotechnology in Italy, in collaboration with the European Synchrotron, has discovered how X-ray micro- and nano-tomography can provide clues on the processes that link gut neurons to those in the … Read more
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced plans to review and potentially restructure or abolish parts of the US Agency for International Development (USAID). The move comes as part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to bring the independent aid agency under the direct control of the State Department. Rubio, who was … Read more
New Jersey’s Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has decided not to award a contract for the fourth offshore wind solicitation, citing uncertainty driven by federal actions and permitting. The decision comes after two initial bidders withdrew from the competition, leaving only Atlantic Shores as a remaining bidder. According to President Christine Guhl-Sadovy, several factors contributed … Read more
San Jose, Calif. – Super Micro Computer, Inc., a leading Total IT Solution Provider for AI, Cloud, Storage, and 5G/Edge, will release its second-quarter fiscal 2025 business update on February 11, 2025. The webcast will be available live at https://ir.supermicro.com, and a replay will also be accessible for one year following the call. Investors are … Read more
A US District Court judge has rejected an emergency request from Apple to halt the Justice Department’s trial against Google for violating antitrust laws. The motion, filed by Apple last week, sought a stay in the trial citing potential harm to its business. However, Judge Amit Mehta denied the request on Sunday, stating that it … Read more
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The European Central Bank (ECB) reported that inflation in the euro zone unexpectedly rose to 2.5% in January, exceeding forecasts of 2.4%. The surge was driven by a sharp acceleration in energy costs, which jumped 1.8% from a year earlier. According to Eurostat data, core inflation – which excludes food, energy, alcohol, and tobacco prices … Read more
A Moroccan mine has unearthed a potential sea monster fossil that has sent shockwaves through the scientific community. The fossil, initially described in 2021, is believed to belong to a new species of mosasaur named Xenodens calminechari. These ancient marine reptiles were apex predators during the Late Cretaceous period, around 72-66 million years ago. The … Read more