Robert De Niro stars as two infamous gangsters, Frank Costello and Vito Genovese, in Barry Levinson’s new film, The Alto Knights. However, the dual role feels like a gimmick that overshadows the otherwise sober-minded story. The screenplay by Nicholas Pileggi tells a potentially fascinating tale of the fractious relationship between these two mobsters, but it’s … Read more
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde says uncertainty over global trade makes it impossible for the bank to make firm commitments on interest rates. Despite disinflation remaining on track, the euro zone is vulnerable to changes in tariffs, casting doubt on the ECB’s projections. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-20/lagarde-says-rising-uncertainty-means-ecb-can-t-commit-on-rates
For years, scientists have assumed a straightforward family tree for humans, tracing our ancestors back to a single stream. However, new research from the University of Cambridge reveals that human evolution is more complex. According to the study, which analyzed modern human DNA, two populations separated 1.5 million years ago and reunited just 300,000 years … Read more
Hong Kong tycoon Li Ka-shing’s business empire is under fire after his company sold its Panama Canal port assets to a consortium that includes US investment firm BlackRock Inc., angering Beijing. Li, 96, is one of the world’s richest people with a net worth of $38 billion. His conglomerate owns assets in various industries, including … Read more
Scientists have created a new, high-resolution map of Antarctica’s landscape hidden beneath its ice, providing unprecedented detail on the continent’s bedrock and ice thickness. The Bedmap3 project incorporates over 60 years’ worth of data from satellites, ships, and even dog-drawn sleds to build a detailed picture of the frozen continent. The map reveals that some … Read more
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A recent study by University of California researchers has uncovered a significant link between daytime drowsiness and an increased risk of dementia in older women. The research found that even those who get their recommended eight hours of sleep per night may still be at risk due to poor quality rest. The study, conducted on … Read more
US bond yields surged Thursday as investors gained confidence that the Federal Reserve is sticking to its plan to cut interest rates. This optimism pushed five-year Treasury notes below a 4% yield for the first time since mid-March. Traders in the options market also indicate a potential further decrease in rates next month, with the … Read more
Apple has successfully developed its first custom-designed cellular modem, known as the C1, which performs surprisingly well in benchmark tests compared to the Qualcomm chip found in pricier iPhone 16 handsets. The C1 modem is part of the recently launched iPhone 16e and offers average download speeds of 560Mbps for the top 90th percentile of … Read more
A new chapter in the zodiac calendar has begun as Aries season kicks off on March 20, 2025. This fiery sign is known for its bold and adventurous nature, and today marks the perfect opportunity to tap into that energy. For those born under the signs of Pisces, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, … Read more