CK Hutchison Holdings, the conglomerate behind several major port operations, has reported significant profits ahead of its planned acquisition by US investment firm BlackRock. The deal is expected to close later this year. The company’s latest financial results show a substantial increase in earnings, driven primarily by strong performance at its port businesses. As the … Read more
Aubrey Plaza, 40, and her husband Jeff Baena, 47, were separated months before his death according to a medical examiner’s report. The couple had a tumultuous relationship leading up to Baena’s death on January 3. A month after their separation in September 2024, Baena made “concerning remarks” that prompted Plaza to call a friend for … Read more
A deadly measles outbreak is sweeping across the United States, with over 300 confirmed cases reported across 15 states. The crisis has put the competency of Robert F Kennedy Jr, the new Health and Human Services Secretary, to the test. Kennedy, a vocal critic of vaccination programs, believes that the vaccine doesn’t provide lifelong protection … Read more
Disney’s live-action remake of Snow White has received largely mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its vibrant visuals and catchy musical numbers, while others have panned it as a poorly made film. The movie, which stars Rachel Zegler as the titular character, has faced controversy over its casting decisions, particularly with regards to its … Read more
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially dropped its appeal against cryptocurrency company Ripple, marking a significant victory for the industry. The decision comes after a major court ruling last year that found XRP, Ripple’s native cryptocurrency, is not a security in secondary markets. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse confirmed the news on social … Read more
Disney’s live-action remake of “Snow White” has been highly anticipated, but unfortunately, it fails to deliver on its promise of a magical update. Despite good intentions to give the singing protagonist more agency and expand the notion of “fair,” the film feels like a mishmash of ideas caught between now and once upon a time. … Read more
Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, has seen its value soar back to $44 billion, a significant turnaround from its valuation of just $10 billion in September, according to a recent report. The company’s investors, including Fidelity Investments and Andreessen Horowitz, have exchanged existing stakes in the company for the new valuation. The platform, formerly … Read more
Canada is joining a record-breaking 51 monuments across the country in lighting up red to raise awareness of tuberculosis (TB) on March 24 for World TB Day. The iconic Brant Street Pier in Burlington will be illuminated alongside other notable landmarks, highlighting the growing threat of TB and the need for increased action. As global … Read more
Xavier University’s NCAA Tournament win over Texas in the First Four was an instant classic, with Zach Freemantle putting the exclamation point on a thrilling comeback victory. The sixth-year forward sealed the deal with a two-handed dunk as time expired, sending the packed UD Arena into a frenzy. The Musketeers trailed by 13 points at … Read more
A recent malware campaign is using CAPTCHA prompts to steal sensitive data from unsuspecting victims. The attackers trick users into accepting a fake CAPTCHA challenge that looks like a legitimate request, but instead of verifying their humanity, it copies a text string to the Windows clipboard and downloads a malicious file. The attack relies on … Read more