NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft has successfully sent back its first images from space, marking a significant milestone in the mission. The orbiter captured a starfield mosaic using its pair of star tracker cameras, which transmitted three images on December 4, 2024. The resulting image shows tiny pinpricks of light from stars 150 to 300 light-years … Read more
Apple researchers have made a breakthrough in developing robots that can move more naturally and expressively during interactions with humans. The new framework, called Expressive and Functional Movement Design ELEGNT, allows robots to convey intentions, emotions, and attitudes through their movements. This technology could lead to more engaging robotic assistants in homes and workplaces. The … Read more
Dallas Mavericks’ new acquisition Anthony Davis is expected to help the team win their first NBA championship in 14 years. The trade, which sent Davis to the Mavericks from the Los Angeles Lakers, was a shocking move that left fans stunned. However, Mavericks’ officials believe that Davis’s addition will give them an edge over other … Read more
Get ready for the most spectacular astronomical event of the century! On February 28th, seven planets – Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune – will align in a unique way in the sky. This rare alignment is a once-in-400-year opportunity that will be visible from almost anywhere on Earth. What makes this alignment … Read more
Dog Man, the DreamWorks Animation caper, has led the domestic box office for a second weekend in a row. The film is expected to top the competition despite projecting a sizable drop in its sophomore outing. Its $36 million debut earned $3.2 million on its second Friday, and it is now forecasting a 62% fall … Read more
A high-stakes La Liga derby at the Bernabéu Stadium pits leaders Real Madrid against second-place Atlético Madrid, with big implications for both teams’ top-of-the-table standings. Real Madrid is looking to bounce back from a surprise defeat last weekend, while Atlético comes off a dominant 5-0 win over Getafe. The match kicks off at 9 p.m. … Read more
Flu season in the United States has reached its most intense level in at least 15 years, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC reported that doctor’s office visits driven by flu-like symptoms were higher than any winter flu season since 2009-2010. While COVID-19 appears to be declining, … Read more
The Times of Israel, one of Israel’s most popular news websites, experienced a brief technical issue that left users unable to access the site. The website, which offers comprehensive coverage of Israeli and international news, appeared to be down due to issues with JavaScript and cookies, according to reports. However, it appears that the problem … Read more
Clemson has secured a monumental 77-71 win over top-ranked No. 2 Duke at Littlejohn Coliseum on Saturday night, sending shockwaves through the college basketball world. The Tigers’ victory was met with widespread celebration on social media, with Clemson offensive coordinator Garrett Riley joining in by changing his profile picture to an image of head coach … Read more
The nation’s largest chains will see a boost in sales this Super Bowl Sunday as fans indulge in wings and pepperoni slices. According to the National Chicken Council, 1.47 billion wings are expected to be consumed during the game. Analysts say that delivery-centered businesses like Domino’s and Wingstop are poised for success, with same-store sales … Read more