US President Donald Trump’s proposed $1.4 trillion tariff plan has sent shockwaves through the global supply chain, forcing companies to reassess their strategies and seek alternative arrangements. Several major players are taking steps to mitigate potential disruptions. Novo Nordisk A/S, the manufacturer of Ozempic, is planning to increase production of its medicines for the US … Read more
The FBI has issued a public service announcement about the rise of “smishing” scams targeting cell phone users who believe they have unpaid road tolls. The term “smishing” combines social engineering and phishing to trick people into downloading malware, sharing sensitive information, or sending money to cybercriminals. In the past year, the FBI’s Internet Crime … Read more
A century-old shipwreck has been discovered off Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, shedding new light on one of the Great Lakes’ most infamous maritime disasters. The Western Reserve, an all-steel cargo ship that sank in Lake Superior in 1892, was hailed as one of the safest ships on the lake before it met its demise. Built with … Read more
Scientists in Spain have unearthed fossilized facial bones, believed to belong to a previously unknown human ancestor. The 1.1-1.4 million-year-old “Pink” fossil is the oldest face discovered in Western Europe. Found at the Atapuerca archaeological site in northern Spain, Pink’s upper jawbone and partial cheekbone are significantly more primitive than those of Homo antecessor, which … Read more
Apple has wrapped up a busy couple of weeks with product launches like the M4 MacBook Air and iPhone 16e, but its next major launch season is shaping up to be even more exciting. This fall, Apple is expected to unveil a big lineup of new products that will bring significant changes to its software … Read more
A measles outbreak in Texas and other US states has left over 220 people diagnosed with the infectious virus. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently suggested that getting measles may be the best defense against the disease, despite his previous stance on vaccinations. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) … Read more
US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy after labeling anti-Tesla protesters as potential “domestic terrorists”. The comments came at a White House media event where Trump sat in a new Tesla, which he plans to keep for the use of White House staff. The protest movement against Elon Musk’s cost-cutting measures in Trump’s administration has … Read more
A team of researchers has discovered a unique region in China’s Turpan-Hami Basin that served as a refugium, or “life oasis,” for terrestrial plants during the end-Permian mass extinction period. The study, published in Science Advances, challenges the widely held view that terrestrial ecosystems suffered catastrophic losses during this event. The research found that a … Read more
The Minnesota Timberwolves secured their sixth consecutive victory on Wednesday, edging out the Denver Nuggets 115-95 at Ball Arena. This win marked the third in three tries against the Nuggets this season, a result reminiscent of last season’s playoffs. The Wolves’ roster has undergone significant changes since their thrilling Game 7 victory against the Nuggets … Read more
Disney’s live-action remake of Snow White, starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, has sparked controversy over representation and diversity. The film’s European premiere took place at a remote castle in Spain, sparking debate about the decision to use computer-generated dwarfs instead of actors with dwarfism. Actors with dwarfism have spoken out against the CGI approach, … Read more