Asteroid 2024 YR4, initially thought to have a high impact probability, has had its risk significantly reduced after rapid observations and advanced tracking techniques ruled out most potential collision courses. The asteroid was discovered on December 27, 2024, by the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS) telescope in Chile. It is expected to pass close … Read more
Target reported stronger-than-expected quarterly profits, but the results were overshadowed by concerns over tariffs and caution in spending. Sales declined in February due to harsh weather and decreasing consumer confidence. The company plans to invest $4 billion to $5 billion this year in new store expansions, improved online delivery, and reduced production cycles. Target’s fiscal … Read more
Wall Street giant BlackRock has agreed to buy two ports in Panama owned by Hong Kong company CK Hutchison, a deal that greatly relieves pressure on Panama amid tensions between the country and US President Donald Trump. The investment group, led by BlackRock, will acquire the ports at either end of the Panama Canal for … Read more
Indie rockers Car Seat Headrest are back with their first album in five years, a concept album titled “The Scholars.” Frontman Will Toledo cites inspirations from Shakespeare, Mozart, and David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust. The album is an honest-to-goodness rock opera, featuring original characters, a reincarnation storyline, and themes of yearning, youth, and religious anxiety. According … Read more
US oil prices extended losses after Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick signaled potential relief for tariffs on Mexico and Canada, sending West Texas Intermediate (WTI) down about 0.5% to $67.90 a barrel. The move comes as the US crude market faces a threat from reduced Canadian or Mexican supplies, sparking concerns of supply shortages. Source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/oil-holds-losses-near-three-232942420.html
Tensions erupted in Serbia’s parliament as opposition lawmakers clashed with pro-government deputies, disrupting a session aimed at confirming Prime Minister Milos Vucevic’s resignation and discussing laws to ease protests. At least three deputies were injured, including one who was hospitalized in serious condition. Speaker Ana Brnabic described the opposition lawmakers as a “terrorist gang,” further … Read more
The Dallas Cowboys are set to sign DT Osa Odighizuwa to a four-year, $80 million contract with $58 million guaranteed. Meanwhile, WR CeeDee Lamb has restructured his contract to save the team $20 million in 2025. In roster news, the Cowboys have released RB Jamaal Williams and DB James Bradberry is being designated for release. … Read more
China’s National People’s Congress (NPC) recently announced a growth target of around 5%, which has sparked mixed reactions from market watchers. Some analysts praised Beijing’s commitment, while others expressed disappointment that the projections lacked any significant positive surprises. The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index, a key indicator of Chinese stocks listed in Hong Kong, initially … Read more
Dominicans celebrated Monday after actress Zoe Saldaña won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role in “Emilia Pérez”. The win marked a historic moment of national pride, as it was the first time a Dominican has received an Oscar. President Luis Abinader congratulated Saldaña on social media, saying she is a “worthy representative of … Read more
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) plans to invest $100 billion in the US to fund five new fabrication plants in Arizona, amid pressure from the Trump administration for chipmakers like TSMC to move production to the country. The deal is seen as a way to boost economic security and reduce tariffs. However, experts warn that … Read more