Narwhal tusks have long been a subject of fascination, but scientists have struggled to understand how these spirally protrusions are used. A recent study published in Frontiers in Marine Science has shed new light on the matter, capturing rare footage of narwhals using their tusks in the wild. Researchers from the US and Canada used … Read more
Liu Jiakun, a 68-year-old architect from Chengdu, China, has been awarded the Pritzker Prize, the profession’s highest honor. Known for his understated structures that respond to their surroundings, Liu’s work reflects his commitment to using local materials and honoring existing conditions. Born in 1956, Liu began his career as a state-owned architect before exploring his … Read more
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has dismissed its lawsuit against Early Warning Services, which operates the Zelle peer-to-peer payments network, as well as JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo. The CFPB alleged that the firms failed to properly investigate fraud complaints or provide reimbursement to victims. The dismissal comes after acting Director … Read more
The international order forged after World War II is crumbling, driven by the rise of strongmen leaders and nationalist sentiments. President Trump is leading this charge, shifting away from traditional alliances and embracing a world dominated by superpowers and dealmaking. Trump’s approach is based on “realism” and prioritizing “hard power” over shared values and international … Read more
A federal judge in California has denied Elon Musk’s efforts to halt OpenAI’s transformation into a for-profit entity, paving the way for other aspects of his lawsuit against the artificial intelligence startup. Musk had previously offered $97.4 billion to buy OpenAI, but said he would withdraw the bid if the company stopped its conversion to … Read more
A fire broke out at a shopping complex in Littleton, Massachusetts, early Monday morning, with seven Tesla electric vehicle (EV) chargers suffering heavy damage. Investigators believe the incident was intentionally set and are actively investigating. Crews arrived on scene just after 1 a.m., but had to wait for utility workers to disconnect power to the … Read more
Former New York Jets wide receiver Davante Adams is now on the market after being released by his team. The 32-year-old veteran still has plenty of football left in him, and several teams are already showing interest in his services. Adams finished the 2024 season with 85 receptions for 1,063 yards and eight touchdowns, making … Read more
Starbucks has named Cathy Smith as its new chief financial officer (CFO). Smith previously held CFO roles at Bright Health, Target, Express Scripts, Walmart, and others, with her longest stint being at Raytheon. She succeeds Rachel Ruggeri, who spent more than two decades in the role. The coffee giant is also undergoing significant layoffs, including … Read more
Rodney McMullen’s sudden resignation as the CEO of Kroger has sent shockwaves through the food retail industry, particularly at a pivotal moment for the supermarket chain. His departure comes amidst significant C-suite turnover and an ethics investigation by the company’s board. Despite this turmoil, Kroger remains a strong retailer with a solid foundation in its … Read more
Research published in the journal Frontiers in Pediatrics suggests that introducing a variety of foods to infants during their first year may help prevent allergies by strengthening their gut microbiota and immune tolerance. This challenges outdated advice on allergen avoidance. A recent review article examined how allergy outcomes, particularly in early life, are associated with … Read more