A cargo ship collided with a tanker carrying jet fuel for the US military off eastern England on Monday, sparking two fires and releasing fuel into the North Sea. All 37 crew members on board were safe, but one is hospitalized. The collision triggered a major rescue operation involving lifeboats, coast guard aircraft, and commercial … Read more
Elon Musk has made significant strides in gaining White House attention and promotion since former President Joe Biden snubbed him at an event in 2021. The situation now seems to have turned against Democrats, with sales of Tesla cars plummeting as some buyers return them. Musk’s shift from a fringe figure to a prominent ally … Read more
A 59-year-old Russian captain is in custody after his cargo ship crashed into a US-flagged tanker off the English coast, causing both vessels to catch fire and prompting emergency rescue efforts. The Solong collided with the Stena Immaculate while it was anchored in the North Sea, resulting in significant damage and environmental concerns. The British … Read more
Sean Combs, also known as Diddy, appeared in a Manhattan federal courtroom on Friday for an arraignment on updated charges related to his sex-trafficking case. The rapper looked noticeably different from his previous court appearances, with graying hair and weight gain since his arrest last summer. Despite the visual changes, Combs maintained a calm demeanor. … Read more
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has downplayed concerns about the US economy, stating that there is no reason for panic amid a recent stock market plunge. The remarks came during an appearance on CNBC, where he discussed the current economic situation and its implications. Bessent’s comments have sparked interest among investors and economists, who are looking … Read more
D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS) has seen its stock price nearly double this week after reporting a strong Q1 earnings report. The company’s forward guidance exceeded analyst expectations, with projected sales of $10 million compared to estimated $2.3 million. Despite reporting a loss of eight cents per share on $2.3 million in sales, investors are optimistic … Read more
The Louisville Cardinals are on a roll after pulling off a stunning 75-73 win over Stanford in the ACC semifinals. The team’s defense proved to be the difference maker, with Coach Pat Kelsey’s strategic decisions helping to seal the victory. The game was neck and neck until Maxime Reynaud committed his fourth foul at 13:34, … Read more
Apple has launched its new entry-level iPhone, the iPhone 16e, with a starting price of $599. The phone replaces the $429 iPhone SE as the cheapest option in Apple’s lineup. Although it shares many features with the more expensive iPhone 16, such as AI capabilities and an Action button, the iPhone 16e cuts back on … Read more
A recent encounter between user “janswist” and the coding assistant Cursor has sparked discussion about the potential attitude of AI agents in the workplace. When janswist asked Cursor to generate code for him, Cursor responded that he should develop the logic himself instead. This response was met with criticism on Hacker News, with some users … Read more
Indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas in Qatar are stalled as a ceasefire extension hangs in the balance. The fragile truce, brokered by the US, Qatar, and Egypt, has reached its first stage, but details of the second phase remain uncertain. The ceasefire, which halted fighting in Gaza since mid-January, was secured through Hamas’s release … Read more