Mark Cuban, the billionaire owner of the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks, has expressed his disappointment over the trade that sent star player Luka Doncic to another team. According to Cuban, the return Doncic fetched was not satisfactory. Cuban stated that if the Mavs had gotten four unprotected first-round draft picks, Anthony Davis, and Max Christie in … Read more
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announced a $100 billion investment in its US manufacturing facilities, with Arizona being the primary beneficiary of this move. However, President Donald Trump’s recent address to Congress has reignited debate over the future of the semiconductor industry and the impact of the CHIPS Act. The announcement was seen as a … Read more
Researchers have made significant strides in developing an oral norovirus vaccine, with promising results showing that it is safe and effective in older adults. The VXA-G1.1-NN vaccine tablet was tested on 65 participants aged 55 to 80 years and showed robust systemic and mucosal immune responses. Norovirus infections cause approximately 20 million cases of acute … Read more
Alex Pereira looks to make his first Octagon appearance of 2025 as he puts his light heavyweight title on the line against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313. The ESPN’s No. 2 pound-for-pound fighter, Pereira has beaten his last four opponents by knockout and is riding a high confidence level. Ankalaev, who enters the fight on … Read more
Walgreens Boots Alliance, the US-based pharmacy chain, has agreed to be acquired by private equity firm Sycamore Partners in a $10 billion deal. The acquisition will take the struggling company out of public markets and follow a significant drop in its share price over the past year. The company has faced declining prescription reimbursements, falling … Read more
US President Donald Trump paused tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, but the reprieve didn’t ease market concerns. The Nasdaq Composite slipped into correction territory as investors worried about the administration’s continued focus on tariffs despite their impact. The 25% tariff increase for Canada and Mexico has been put on hold for one month, … Read more
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Get ready for a rare celestial event! The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is hosting a late-night watch party in Portland on March 13, offering attendees a clear view of the total lunar eclipse. The free event will take place in the museum’s south parking lot beside the Tilikum Crossing bridge, starting at … Read more
Scientists at Johns Hopkins University and Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory have made a groundbreaking discovery in genetic engineering, mapping the genomes of nightshade crops and identifying key genes that determine fruit size. The research could lead to the development of improved heirloom tomato and eggplant varieties, particularly in regions where existing local crops are too … Read more
Sam Darnold’s free-agency options are becoming clearer by the day, with sources indicating that he may not have the robust market expected earlier in his career. Instead, Darnold is likely to opt for a one- or two-year contract with the Minnesota Vikings worth $25 million to $30 million per season. League insiders believe Darnold’s best … Read more