A joint Iraqi and US operation has killed a senior Islamic State leader believed to be the group’s head in Iraq and Syria. The airstrike occurred on Friday, according to Iraq’s Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rufay’i, also known as Abu Khadija, was considered one of the world’s most dangerous terrorists. The … Read more
Gold prices have broken through the $3,000 an ounce barrier for the first time, driven by investors seeking a safe-haven asset amid economic uncertainty. The spot gold price hit an all-time high of $3,004.86 on Friday, before dipping back below $3,000 as traders took profits. Historically, gold is seen as a safe store of value … Read more
Researchers have uncovered the coloration of some of the earliest mammals that lived during the Mesozoic era, a period when dinosaurs ruled. The study, published in Science today, reveals that these early mammals had dark brown or grayish fur, unlike the grayish, scaly monsters often depicted in movies. The discovery reinforces the idea that mammals … Read more
Rockstar Games has taken to their new Discord server to address fan speculation and hype surrounding the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI. The move comes after months of silence following the game’s initial trailer drop. The announcement sparked a mix of reactions on Reddit, ranging from copious joking about the game’s marketing campaign to … Read more
Duke star forward Cooper Flagg will miss Saturday’s ACC tournament game due to an ankle injury sustained during Thursday’s win over Georgia Tech. The freshman phenom, who has averaged nearly 19 points per game this season, suffered a sprained ankle but X-rays came back negative. Flagg fell to the ground clutching his left ankle with … Read more
Top diplomats from the Group of 7 industrialized democracies agreed on a joint statement expressing support for Ukraine despite President Donald Trump’s trade policies and comments about Canada overshadowing the talks. The communique reaffirmed Ukraine’s territorial integrity and right to exist, while calling for Russia to agree to a ceasefire on equal terms. Trump’s tariffs … Read more
Tesla vehicles have been set on fire in eastern and western districts of Berlin, sparking concerns over a potential “political motive”. The attacks come as German sales of the brand plummeted by 76% year-on-year. Recently, Elon Musk faced backlash for supporting far-right Alternative for Germany in the general election, hosting its leader on his social … Read more
Bloomberg has released a report that sheds light on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console. The article cites analysts who regularly communicate with Nintendo and its software and hardware partners, as well as industry experts, to provide insight into the next-generation console. According to Bloomberg, Nintendo is expected to release the Switch 2 in June, … Read more
Apple TV+ has announced that its hit comedy series “Ted Lasso” will be returning for a fourth season, marking the show’s return to the pitch after three successful years. Jason Sudeikis, who created and stars in the show as Ted Lasso, will reprise his role and serve as an executive producer. The new season is … Read more
SpaceX is pushing back its second Falcon 9 launch this week to 11:43 p.m. The new launch window opens at 11:39 p.m. on Friday, lasting 17 minutes. The liftoff will take place from Space Launch Complex 4E. A sonic boom can be expected when the first stage lands in Landing Zone 4. A live stream … Read more