Scientists have discovered 16 fossilized wasps, perfectly preserved for 99 million years, on a hillside in Hukawng Valley, Myanmar. The researchers found that the ancient wasps had a unique trap-like abdomen, similar to a Venus flytrap, which likely captured and immobilized insects. Unlike modern parasitic wasps, this ancient species had a specialized abdominal structure with … Read more
Objects can evoke strong emotions, like nostalgia-inducing songs or keepsakes crafted by loved ones. For paleontologists Sarah Gabbott and Jan Zalasiewicz, these everyday items could become artifacts of the future, providing insights into humanity’s past. The duo explores this concept in their new book “Discarded: How Technofossils Will Be Our Ultimate Legacy.” These technofossils – … Read more
Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra has expressed disappointment over the sudden dismissal of Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins, calling it “incredibly disappointing”. Jenkins, who holds the record for most wins in franchise history with 250, had led the team to a 44-29 record this season. The move has left the basketball world stunned, with Spoelstra … Read more
US President Donald Trump defended his pardon of Trevor Milton, the founder of Nikola electric truck company, who was convicted of defrauding investors by making false claims about his business. Trump stated that Milton’s treatment was “very unfair” and that he supported Trump’s presidency. Milton was sentenced to four years in prison and fined $1 … Read more
Hundreds of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of Istanbul, Turkey’s largest city, in a massive rally organized by the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) against the jailing of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. The CHP has designated Imamoglu as its candidate for an early presidential election despite his detention on contested corruption and … Read more
US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his intention to acquire Greenland, saying “we’ll get Greenland” despite Denmark’s rebuff. In an interview with NBC News, Trump claimed he had conversations about annexing the Danish territory and stated that military force is not necessarily needed for the US takeover. Vice President Mike Pence visited a US military … Read more
Former Fox News anchor Megyn Kelly has expressed her support for President Donald Trump despite multiple women coming forward with allegations of sexual assault. Kelly, who previously faced her own claims of harassment from former Fox News CEO Roger Ailes, stated she doesn’t believe a word of E. Jean Carroll’s allegations against Trump. Carroll had … Read more
A double outbreak of tuberculosis and measles is affecting Kansas, despite lawmakers loosening vaccine requirements for children in daycare facilities. The state has seen a significant increase in measles cases, which have doubled this week to 23 cases, mostly among unvaccinated children. Measles can weaken the immune system, making it more difficult to fight off … Read more
The University of Michigan’s closely watched Survey of Consumers reported a reading of 57.0 for the month, down 11.9% from February and 28.2% from last year. Economists had expected a slightly higher number. Inflation concerns drove much of the decrease in consumer sentiment. Respondents now expect inflation to reach 5% in a year, a 0.1 … Read more
Giorgetto Giugiaro’s 1971 Maserati Boomerang is one of the most iconic concept cars in automotive history. Now, his son Fabrizio has taken inspiration from this design to create a new car called the Peralta S. Commissioned by a private collector and based on the Maserati MC20 supercar, the Peralta S is a unique and faithful … Read more