Jeff Bezos, the owner of The Washington Post, has long maintained that he would maintain the paper’s editorial independence. However, his actions suggest otherwise. In a recent statement, Bezos announced an overhaul of the newspaper’s opinion section, limiting the writers’ ability to express opposing viewpoints on key issues like personal liberties and free markets. This … Read more
Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:PLTR) ranks 6th on our list of the stocks Jim Cramer recently discussed, where he emphasized that smart investing requires a degree of caution in frothy market conditions. However, Cramer noted that as the froth subsides, investors are turning to assets with more durability and longevity. Cramer highlighted Palantir’s CEO Alex Karp’s … Read more
Two children in Kent County have died of influenza, bringing Michigan’s total to five deaths this flu season. The state’s total pediatric flu deaths since 2020 stand at seven, with the deadliest year being 2023 with three reported fatalities. “We are deeply saddened by these young lives lost to influenza,” said Dr. Adam London, KCHD … Read more
The northern lights are expected to appear across the Wisconsin sky on Thursday and Friday, according to the NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center. The forecast indicates that aurora borealis will be visible as far south as central Wisconsin on Thursday but will remain in the northern region of the state on Friday. Thursday night is … Read more
The city council of Huntington Beach, California, has been embroiled in controversy over a new plaque commemorating the city’s public library. The seven-member Republican-dominated council unveiled the design, which describes the library as “Magical Alluring Galvanizing Adventurous” and was funded by $8,000 in private donations. The move has sparked outrage among liberal residents, who see … Read more
Scientists have found a pattern in Earth’s history that suggests the next ice age could begin around 10,000 years from now. However, due to human-made climate change, this onset is likely delayed. The study, published in Science, analyzed nearly 1 million years of climate data and discovered a connection between changes in the Earth’s orbit … Read more
Actress Michelle Trachtenberg’s cause of death has been ruled “undetermined” by the New York City Medical Examiner. The 39-year-old passed away on Wednesday in Manhattan. Trachtenberg, known for her roles in “Harriet the Spy” and “Gossip Girl,” had a medical issue recently, according to an NYPD source. Her family declined an autopsy after law enforcement … Read more
Rose Girone, a remarkable woman who celebrated her 113th birthday on January 13 and was believed to be the oldest living Holocaust survivor, has passed away. The cause of death was old age. Girone was known for her strong personality and resilience in the face of adversity. Born in Janov, Poland in 1912, she lived … Read more
President Donald Trump’s plan to impose new tariffs on imports is sparking concern among American consumers, with over half saying the levies will lead to higher prices. A recent poll conducted by Harris for Bloomberg News found that 60% of US adults expect Trump’s tariffs to increase the cost of everyday goods. The majority (44%) … Read more
Microsoft is ending its 14-year-old Skype service, acquired for $8.5 billion in 2007. The move comes as smartphone apps and Zoom video calls have replaced Skype as the preferred method of digital communication. Microsoft’s attempt to revive Skype as a workplace tool was unsuccessful, with Slack dominating the market instead. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-28/microsoft-msft-to-shut-down-skype-as-zoom-teams-dominate-video-calls