The launch of Europe’s Ariane 6 space rocket has been postponed due to an unspecified “anomaly” on the ground, according to Arianespace. The mission, set to carry out its first commercial flight, was delayed just minutes before its scheduled departure. The latest delay brings the mission’s rescheduling to a total of at least three postponements … Read more
European Union President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed a plan to increase defense spending by up to 800 billion euros ($841 billion), with the goal of making Europe more secure and resilient. The plan, known as “ReArm Europe,” aims to mobilize loans of 150 billion euros for EU member states to invest in key … Read more
Kevin Durant’s name has resurfaced as a potential trade piece for the Phoenix Suns in the offseason. ESPN’s Shams Charania revealed that Durant and the Suns would likely work together on any potential trade to a contender, with four to six teams expected to have serious involvement. The Suns need to make changes, but Bradley … Read more
A Minnesota bill proposes taxing products containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals.” The state legislature aims to address the environmental and health concerns associated with these substances, which have been linked to various human health issues. The bill would impose a tax on products that contain PFAS, including food packaging, … Read more
Chinese smartphone maker Honor Device Co. plans to invest $10 billion over five years to become a major player in the artificial intelligence market. The company, which was spun off from Huawei Technologies Co., has announced a new corporate strategy centered on building an AI ecosystem focused on device-centric technology. Honor’s CEO James Li outlined … Read more
AOL, part of the Yahoo family of brands, is providing users with the option to opt-out of cookies and personal data usage beyond its core services. Users can choose to reject all uses of cookies and personal data by clicking “Reject all” on the website or app. If you want more control over your choices, … Read more
The US stock market plummeted sharply on Tuesday as major indexes fell more than 1% and government bond yields declined. New tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China have raised concerns about the impact on the economy. The Nasdaq Composite index dropped 10% from its December record high, while … Read more
Gene Hackman, the Oscar-winning actor, and his wife Betsy Arakawa, a classical pianist, were found dead in their Santa Fe home nearly a week ago. Authorities have launched an investigation into their deaths, but officials say they found no external trauma on either person. Detectives recovered several items during the search of the residence, including … Read more
Research published in Environmental Research Letters reveals that the Antarctic Circumpolar Current (ACC), the world’s strongest ocean current, is slowing down due to melting ice sheets. The ACC plays a crucial role in regulating global climate indicators, including sea level rise, ocean warming, and marine ecosystems. According to researchers from the University of Melbourne and … Read more
Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil giant Aramco has announced a significant decrease in its dividend payments, with nearly 30% lower payouts expected in 2025. The company’s 2024 profit reached $106.2 billion, a decline of over 12% from the previous year. Aramco plans to invest $52-58 billion in capital expenditures for 2025, with an average realised oil … Read more