Lin-Manuel Miranda and producer Jeff Seller have canceled the spring 2026 run of hit musical “Hamilton” at the Kennedy Center, citing the center’s politicization under President Donald Trump’s leadership. The decision comes after Trump removed several Democratic members from the bipartisan board of directors and replaced them with loyalists. Miranda stated that he cannot support … Read more
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended the White House’s position on tariffs, stating that access to cheap goods is not the essence of the American dream. He emphasized that trade policy should prioritize prosperity, upward mobility, and economic security for all citizens. Bessent, speaking to a crowd of leading economists, warned that strong measures may be … Read more
A team of geologists from Curtin University has made a groundbreaking discovery in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, uncovering evidence of a hypervelocity meteorite impact that occurred 3.47 billion years ago during the Archean Eon. This find is significant because it represents the oldest known crater on Earth, surpassing the previous record holder by … Read more
HPE Co. shares fell sharply after the company reported weak profit expectations due to tariffs and low server sales margins. The company plans to cut about 3,000 jobs as it faces financial challenges. Earnings estimates for the fiscal year ending in October 2025 were lower than analyst predictions, with projected earnings ranging from $1.70 to … Read more
Delta Air Lines has partnered with California startup JetZero to bring a revolutionary aircraft to market by 2027. The blended-wing-body airframe is designed to be up to 50% more fuel efficient than current tube-and-wing aircraft, a significant advantage in decarbonizing airline operations. The partnership will help accelerate development of the aircraft, which received funding from … Read more
Astronomers using NASA’s Chandra observatory and Europe’s XMM-Newton spacecraft have finally solved a 45-year-old mystery surrounding an unusual X-ray signal detected in the Helix Nebula. The team of cosmic detectives believe that the signal is the dying scream of a planet destroyed by a superdense stellar corpse called a white dwarf. The signal, which was … Read more
Tesla is facing a cash crisis in the first quarter of 2025 due to slowing sales. CEO Elon Musk’s involvement in politics has scared off potential customers, leading to a decline in estimated deliveries by over 4%. This could put the company at risk of going free-cash-flow negative. Analysts point to heavy spending on automation … Read more
Samsung has confirmed that owners of its Galaxy S24 flagship will receive One UI 7 and Android 15 upgrades in April, with a specific date not yet specified but rumored to be around April 18th. The upgrade is part of Samsung’s effort to match Apple’s iPhone security features. Android 15 brings improved security and privacy … Read more
Linebacker Bobby Wagner is rejoining the Washington Commanders on a one-year contract worth up to $9.5 million. The deal includes $8 million guaranteed, sources told ESPN. Wagner, a 10-time Pro Bowl selection and former Seattle Seahawks player, played for the Commanders in 2023 after spending two seasons with the Los Angeles Rams. He was named … Read more
Apple has launched a marketing campaign claiming its new MacBook Air with the M4 chip is up to 23 times faster than the last Intel-based model. However, it’s essential to look beyond the headlines and understand the specifics of Apple’s test. The comparison was made between a 2025 MacBook Air with a 10-core M4 chip … Read more