Scientists have genetically engineered a mouse to resemble an extinct mammoth. The goal was to revive a long-gone species, but the result is something unexpected: a small, fluffy creature with dense golden fur. Colossal Biosciences announced its breakthrough on March 4th, claiming success in engineering Mus musculus to share qualities of Mammuthus primigenius. Unlike mammoths, … Read more
The US labor market will receive another snapshot of its health on Friday when the Bureau of Labor Statistics releases its February nonfarm payrolls report at 8:30 ET. Economists expect growth of 170,000 jobs, a moderate increase from January’s 143,000 jobs. The unemployment rate remains steady at 4%. While this data points to a stable … Read more
A 17-year-old boy from Victoria was detained by airport staff and passengers after allegedly breaching security and boarding a flight at Avalon Airport on Thursday. The teen, wearing hi-vis clothing similar to that worn by ground crew, was found carrying a shotgun on the tarmac. Passengers intervened before police arrived, tackling the boy to the … Read more
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo is celebrating a crucial win over Iowa that secured an outright Big Ten championship for the Spartans. The 91-84 victory, which came after a dismal first half, marked the team’s 11th regular-season crown under Izzo, tying him with Bob Knight and Ward “Piggy” Lambert for the record. The win was … Read more
China has set a growth target of around 5% for 2025, acknowledging challenges posed by trade tensions and domestic economic issues. Chinese Premier Li Qiang made the announcement at the opening session of the National People’s Congress, the country’s rubber-stamp legislature. The 5% target reflects the government’s efforts to boost economic growth amid an increasingly … Read more
Scientists have discovered what is believed to be the oldest-known impact crater on Earth, located in Western Australia’s ancient Pilbara region. The crater, estimated to be 3.47 billion years old, could have been as wide as 100 kilometers. The discovery was made by a team of geologists from Curtin University, who found evidence of a … Read more
A breakthrough study by University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) has shown that nasal surgery can restore a patient’s sense of smell in those suffering from long Covid. The procedure, called functional septorhinoplasty, involves correcting blocked nasal passages to reactivate the sense of smell and improve its function. Researchers believe around 50,000 to … Read more
Major League teams are gearing up for the upcoming baseball season, and a group of top prospects will be putting their skills on display at the Spring Breakout games. A total of 67 players from Baseball America’s Top 100 Prospects list will participate, including five of the top 10. Several teams have notable representation, with … Read more
Social Security benefits are a vital lifeline for millions of Americans. In 2025, nearly 70 million people will receive a check, with benefits accounting for around one-third of income over age 65. However, the program is facing significant challenges. The Trump administration’s policies have affected Social Security in various ways, including its trust funds. The … Read more
A selloff in European bond markets may be underway, but it doesn’t signal a looming debt crisis. The sudden surge in interest rates, particularly in Germany, is largely driven by an unexpected fiscal injection rather than fears about the financial stability of peripheral nations. The euro zone’s yield curve has risen significantly, with US yields … Read more