A massive iceberg, measuring over 3,300 sq km, has run aground 70km from a remote Antarctic island, potentially sparing crucial wildlife habitats from disruption. The iceberg, A23a, had been drifting north towards South Georgia Island since 2020 and raised fears of collision or grounding, which could affect penguins and seals. According to Andrew Meijers, an … Read more
Elon Musk’s net worth has taken a significant hit after Tesla’s stock price plummeted. As of Tuesday, Musk’s net worth fell to $347.7 billion, down from its record high of $464 billion set on December 17. The decline in Tesla’s stock price is attributed to the recent tariffs imposed by President Trump on Canada, China, … Read more
Researchers have used drones to capture footage of what may be play behavior in narwhals, a rare and elusive Arctic animal. Together with researchers from Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute and Inuit communities in Canada’s High Arctic, Cortney Watt, Ph.D., studied narwhal behavior using drones. Narwhals are famous for their long tusks, which … Read more
Okta’s shares jumped 22.6% in the afternoon session after the company delivered solid fourth-quarter earnings that beat Wall Street’s expectations. The company reported a 25% year-over-year growth in remaining performance obligations, exceeding analysts’ estimates and implying strong future sales. Sales were up 13% from last year, with nearly all of it coming from subscriptions. Margins … Read more
The United Nations has confirmed that infants as young as one have been raped in Sudan, highlighting the widespread use of sexual violence as a weapon of war. According to recent findings, about one-third of reported victims are male. This alarming trend is part of a broader crisis in Sudan, where companies and the UN … Read more
Apple CEO Tim Cook has sparked anticipation for a new product with a six-second teaser video, hinting at an imminent announcement that could be related to the MacBook Air. The chip announced in May is expected to play a role in the unveiling. A new MacBook Air model is likely, despite no official confirmation from … Read more
A US company, Colossal Biosciences, claims to have genetically engineered mice with “mammoth-like traits”, sparking both excitement and criticism. The goal of this project is to engineer mammoth-like creatures that could help stop arctic permafrost from melting, potentially reversing the effects of global warming. According to the company, the hairy mice are a step towards … Read more
Best Buy exceeded expectations for its fiscal 2025 fourth-quarter earnings and revenue, despite a challenging economic landscape. The company’s CEO, Corie Barry, warned that prices for US consumers will rise due to President Donald Trump’s tariffs on China and Mexico. Best Buy imports products from these countries, with around 55% coming from China and 20% … Read more
Amazon’s Prime loyalty program was initially met with doubts about its feasibility. In 2018, CEO Jeff Bezos reflected on the service’s humble beginnings, when a junior software engineer proposed an “all-you-can-eat buffet” of fast, free shipping. However, the finance team’s calculations were grim. The initial concept was unsustainable due to high shipping costs and the … Read more
As President Donald Trump’s diplomatic efforts continue to ruffle feathers around the globe, experts say Europe must learn to live with his abrasive style. However, despite his tough rhetoric, Trump’s strategic approaches and realism should not be confused with a disregard for international relations. The US plan for the Gaza Strip, desire to acquire Greenland, … Read more