Israel’s domestic security service, Shin Bet, has taken responsibility for failing to heed warning signs of a planned Hamas attack before the militants’ devastating strike on October 7, 2023. The agency also faulted the Israeli government for policies that allowed Hamas to accumulate weapons, collect funds, and gain support. A declassified summary of the report … Read more
The Indian men’s cricket team is set to take on New Zealand in the highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in the UAE on Sunday. The match is scheduled to start at 2:30 PM IST and will be broadcast live on JioHotstar. India, currently unbeaten in the tournament, … Read more
Michael Bloomberg’s philanthropic efforts have secured his spot as the top donor in the United States, marking the second consecutive year he has held this title. According to a recent announcement by the Chronicle of Philanthropy, Bloomberg Philanthropies awarded significant grants to four historically Black medical schools and donated $1 billion to his alma mater … Read more
European leaders are pushing forward with plans to bolster the continent’s defenses amid tensions with Russia, while also exploring ways to support Ukraine in its conflict with Moscow. A meeting in Brussels saw discussions on increasing military spending and developing strategies for countering Russian aggression. In a move aimed at strengthening Europe’s collective defense, EU … Read more
Tesla’s sales in Germany have seen a significant decline, with 1,429 cars sold in February – a drop of 76% compared to the same period last year. This marks a steeper decline than the 60% fall observed in January. The company has also seen major sales drops in other key markets such as Scandinavia and … Read more
Dairy Queen is bringing back its popular Cone Day event in 2025, giving customers a chance to enjoy a free vanilla soft-serve cone on March 20. To participate, visit a participating Dairy Queen location or download the Dairy Queen App to find one near you. The promotion runs all day while supplies last, with a … Read more
OpenAI has released its latest model, GPT-4.5, for ChatGPT Plus subscribers, promising enhanced emotional intelligence and nuanced understanding of user input. But how does it compare to the current standard model, GPT-4o? A power user would need to dive deeper to notice the differences between GPT-4.5 and GPT-4o, but a closer look reveals some impressive … Read more
The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, Richard Bennett, has sounded the alarm about the escalating human rights crisis and widespread repression of citizens by the Taliban. In a 20-page report released during the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council, Bennett warned that the Taliban’s “law for … Read more
Costco Wholesale’s (COST) stock plummeted 6% in after-hours trading, extending losses from Thursday’s session. The company reported mixed results for its fiscal second quarter, with adjusted earnings per share coming in at $4.02, slightly below Bloomberg consensus estimates of $4.11. Revenue rose to $63.72 billion, beating expectations of $63.01 billion, but same-store sales grew only … Read more
Gabby Windey, known for her charming personality and sharp wit on reality TV shows like The Bachelor, Bachelorette, and Dancing with the Stars, has won over the hearts of millions with her breakout performance on The Traitors. The former Bachelorette star and podcast host outmaneuvered fellow “traitors” Real Housewife of New Jersey Dolores Catania, professional … Read more