Warren Buffett recently reflected on his 2005 acquisition of Forest River, a deal that has proven to be one of Berkshire Hathaway’s most lucrative investments. The founder of Forest River, Pete Liegl, surprised Buffett with a salary request of $100,000 per year. Despite initial reservations, Buffett agreed to the terms and was impressed by Liegl’s … Read more
The global market witnessed a sharp correction this week, with benchmark indices plummeting over 3% due to widespread selling. Deepening trade war worries and fears of a slowing US economy triggered the sell-off, particularly in IT, auto, and US market-focused shares. US President Donald Trump confirmed the implementation of a 25% tariff on imports from … Read more
A 456ft-tall rollercoaster that held the record for the world’s tallest when it opened in 2005 has been demolished at a Six Flags theme park in New Jersey. The implosion, which was accompanied by a series of rapid explosions, is part of a larger effort to retire several aging attractions and make way for new … Read more
Geo TV, a popular Pakistani news channel, recently implemented a verification process for its users. This step aims to ensure the security of connections and prevent potential cyber threats. Here’s an overview of the verification process: To access geo.tv, users are prompted to verify their humanity through a simple process. The website checks if the … Read more
NASA’s asteroid-studying spacecraft Lucy is set to capture an image of its next flyby target, the small main-belt asteroid Donaldjohanson, on April 20th. The spacecraft will pass within 960 km of the asteroid and continue imaging it for the next two months as part of its optical navigation program. Donaldjohanson’s name pays tribute to American … Read more
A recent study suggests that the International Space Station’s extreme cleanliness could be harming astronauts’ health. Researchers found that the ISS is largely devoid of beneficial environmental microbes, which are essential for a healthy immune system. These microbes, typically found in soil and water, can help prevent illnesses like rashes, cold sores, and fungal infections. … Read more
Biograph, a new longevity-focused startup co-founded by Dr. Peter Attia, has emerged from stealth mode in Silicon Valley. The company boasts an impressive list of investors, including Elon Musk’s biggest backer John Hering and prominent venture capital firms like Vy Capital and WndrCo. Biograph claims to be the world’s most advanced preventive health and diagnostics … Read more
A measles outbreak in West Texas has prompted health officials to clarify statistics and raise concerns across the state. As of Friday, February 28, there have been 146 reported cases of measles in Texas, with an unvaccinated school-aged child having died from the virus. The majority of cases are concentrated in nine counties in West … Read more
The world’s former tallest and fastest roller coaster, Kingda Ka, was recently imploded at Six Flags Adventure Park in New Jersey. The 456-foot-tall coaster spent 19 years entertaining thrill-seekers before being dismantled to make space for new rides set to open in 2026. Source: https://edition.cnn.com/2025/02/28/us/video/kingda-ka-six-flags-new-jersey-implosion-digvid
OnePlus is taking steps to address an error on its latest smartwatch, the OnePlus Watch 3. The device features a typo on the back of the watch, where “Meda in China” instead of “Made in China” is printed. To compensate, the company is including a physical letter with pre-order shipments explaining the situation and offering … Read more