Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, with nearly 1 million deaths attributed to it in 2022 alone. However, new research suggests that flossing may be a simple and inexpensive habit that can help mitigate this risk. A recent study published in the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference found … Read more
Apple has released iOS 18.3 and related software updates for its lineup of devices, bringing several refinements and security fixes. The update addresses visual intelligence issues on iPhone 16 models and provides tweaks to notification summaries. Additionally, there are numerous security patches included. One notable change is the updated support document for AirPods, which now … Read more
The Dow Jones Industrial Average and other major index futures traded higher after a critical inflation report failed to surprise investors. Apple (AAPL), Atlassian (TEAM), and Deckers Outdoor (DECK) were among the top-performing stocks in earnings news. Friday’s opening bell brought a 0.1% gain for the Dow, while the S&P 500 rose 0.5%. The tech-heavy … Read more
John Calipari received a mixed reception during his return to Rupp Arena on Saturday night, but his Arkansas team proved they could handle the attention. The Razorbacks upset No. 12 Kentucky 89-79, led by performances from Adou Thiero, D.J. Wagner, and Zvonimir Ivisic. Calipari, who served as Kentucky’s coach for 15 seasons, was proud of … Read more
Emilia Pérez, a French musical drama film, was expected to dominate the Oscars with 13 nominations. However, after scandals involving lead actress Karla Sofía Gascón erupted, Pérez has tumbled down to fourth place in Best Picture odds. The controversy surrounding Gascón began when she made accusations against her co-nominee Fernanda Torres and deleted her social … Read more
Jefferies CEO Richard Handler addressed the death of 28-year-old associate Carter McIntosh in a memo to staff, slamming “unfounded, vitriolic attacks” on the firm. The Dallas police are investigating McIntosh’s passing as an “unexplained death.” Handler offered support to junior staffers who may be grieving or overwhelmed by work demands. He urged employees to reach … Read more
Hamas released three Israeli hostages on Saturday, part of its 42-day cease-fire deal with Israel that has brought a fragile peace to the region. The release is a significant development in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Among those released are Yarden Bibas, Ofer Kalderon, and Keith Siegel. The abduction of Mr. Bibas and … Read more
The National Institutes of Health reports that avian influenza A virus, or bird flu, is widespread in wild birds globally. In the US, over 18 million birds have contracted the virus, with 67 reported cases of human infection and one death since March 2024. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) categorizes the risk to the … Read more
The US Department of Justice has blocked a $14 billion deal between Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) and Juniper Networks, giving Cisco Systems a significant boost in its market dominance. The lawsuit claims that the merger would reduce competition and weaken innovation in the networking market. However, partners say that the deal would actually strengthen competition … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s administration has imposed a 10% levy on imported Canadian energy, potentially disrupting the country’s oil supply lines and leading to higher pump prices. The US Midwest, which relies heavily on Canadian crude, is particularly vulnerable to these disruptions. With global trade tracking service Supply Lines, follow the impact of tariffs on … Read more